Private chef in Atlanta
Hire a private chef in Atlanta for a taste of Southern charm. Chat with one of our 320 chefs to plan your menu and stay on budget.
Hire a personal chef in Atlanta
Enjoy the flavors of Atlanta, from Southern comfort food to modern twists. Our personal chefs bring the heart of ATL into your kitchen for an unforgettable meal.
Since our first chef in 2017, more than 16,983 people have loved having their own chef in Atlanta. With Take A Chef, hiring a personal chef is simple. Whether it's a big celebration, a romantic dinner, or a casual brunch, we make your meal special.
Find a personal chef in Atlanta who matches your taste and budget. Let them create a wonderful meal so you can relax and enjoy it with your loved ones.
How it works
Submit your request
Describe your dream meal, event date, and budget. No commitment.
Chat with chefs
Speak directly with chefs! Discuss your preferences and dietary needs, and receive multiple proposals.
Personalize your menu
Tailor everything from the menu to the ingredients.
Book your chef
Select your chef, confirm your booking, make your payment, and prepare for a unique experience!
Enjoy the experience
Welcome your chef and savor delicious meals prepared in your kitchen.
320 Private chefs in Atlanta
Discover the top private chefs in Atlanta, GA, in a few clicks.
Over 16,900 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in Atlanta
4.54 Chef
Guests in Atlanta have given their private chef experience a 4.54.
4.72 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Atlanta have received a consistent 4.72.
4.71 Presentation
Not only tasty, but our chefs' dishes also look wonderful, earning a score of 4.71 in Atlanta.
4.74 Cleaningness
The cleaning of the kitchen and dining area in Atlanta has been scored with a 4.74 on average.
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Choose from more than 9,479 menus crafted by our private chefs in Atlanta
Rent a personal chef for your home and browse sample menus to spark inspiration. It's all up to you.
Fresh baked focaccia and olive oil
Antipasto with marinated olives, tomatoes and
Crispy polenta with pimento coulis and slow cooked short ribs
Mushroom rissoto witch crispy fried portabellos
Seafood ravioli in lobster cream sauce
Pesto gnochi with rendered pancetta
Pan seared branzino filet with seared vegetables
Rosemary rack of lamb with mash potatoes
1/2 roasted hen with lemon and capers and roasted garlic potatoes
Filet mignon with parmesan crust and seared asparagus
Tiramisu
Creme brulee
Breads & sweets 1. artisan bread selection- a freshly baked assortment of artisan breads, including sourdough, multigrain, and brioche, served with whipped butter and seasonal fruit preserves. 2. cinnamon roll casserole- a comforting and indulgent casserole made with layers of cinnamon roll dough, baked until golden and drizzled with a cream cheese icing. a perfect sweet treat to share! 3. mini muffin assortment- a delightful array of mini muffins, including blueberry, banana nut, and chocolate chip. these bite-sized delights are perfect for sampling and sharing
Homemade waffles or buttermilk pancakes indulge in our homemade waffles or buttermilk pancakes, served with a variety of toppings: - **toppings include:** - fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) - whipped cream - maple syrup - nutella - chopped nuts - chocolate chips - sliced bananas
Fresh fruit & omelette bar create your own masterpiece at our fresh fruit omelette bar! choose from a variety of fillings and toppings: - **base ingredients:** eggs, egg whites, or a mix of both - **veggies:** bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes - **cheeses:** cheddar, feta, goat cheese, mozzarella - **proteins:** diced ham, crispy bacon, smoked salmon - **herbs & spices:** fresh basil, chives, cilantro, black pepper - **toppings:** avocado slices, salsa, hot sauce
Eggs benedict** poached eggs perched atop toasted english muffins, layered with canadian bacon and drizzled with velvety hollandaise sauce. a brunch staple that perfectly balances richness and flavor
Smoked salmon scramble** fluffy scrambled eggs infused with delicate smoked salmon, fresh chives, and a hint of cream cheese. served with toasted bagels, this dish offers a savory start to your brunch
Spinach and feta omelette** a fluffy three-egg omelette filled with sautéed spinach and crumbled feta cheese, served with a side of roasted cherry tomatoes. this dish is wholesome, filling, and bursting with mediterranean flavors
Herb-crusted chicken salad** grilled herb-marinated chicken served over a bed of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese, drizzled with a light vinaigrette. a refreshing option that balances the indulgence of brunch
Mimosa bar sip and savor at our mimosa bar, where you can create your own bubbly concoctions! choose from: - **base:** chilled prosecco or champagne - **juices:** freshly squeezed orange juice, pomegranate juice, mango juice, or cranberry juice - **garnishes:** fresh berries, mint leaves, or citrus slices
Corn bread
Fresh baked bread and butter
Souther cole slaw
Broccoli pasta salad
Mac and cheese
Smoked turkey collard greens
Grilled corn on the cob
Pork baby back ribs with bbq sauce
Beef brisket with bbq sauce on the side
Smoked pork butt
Smoked chicken 1/4s
Grilled chicken breast
Pan seared trout
Bread pudding with bourbon caramel sauce
Banana pudding
Apple cobbler
Peach cobbler
Spinach artichoke dip
Candy coated chicken wings
Charcuterie board selection of imported deli meats and cheese, spreads and dips
Bruschetta and toast
Crab and kimchi eggrolls
Korean short-rib and pickled onions street tacos
Skirt steak sliders with chimi chuuri
Lobster and shrimp fried rice
Seared ahi tuna bites with pickled apples and salmon roe
Mosaic of swordfish steak wrapped in prosciutto and served with white wine caper sauce
Beignets with whiskey caramel glaze
Assorted creme brulee
Assorted cheesecakes
Fried bread pudding with fresh whip cream
Fresh fruit
Sliced tomato and avadcado
Breakfast potatoes
Cheese grits
Salmon crouquette
Pork bacon
Turkey bacon
Pork sausage
Chicken / turkey sausage
Smoked salmon
Shrimp and grits
Omelet/ egg station
Scrambled eggs
Blueberry pancake
Fresh baked biscuits
Corn bread
Cinnamon rolls
Caramelized peach pancakes
Fresh baked bread and seasoned olive oil
Caesar salad
Mediterranean tomato salad
Spinach and artichoke dip
Brown butter prawns
Panko crusted polenta with an olive tapande
Portorhouse for 2 topped with garlic butteer
Bone in ribeye topped with boursin cheese
Filet mignon tobbed with garlic butter
T- bone topped with boursin cheese
Pan seared seabass drizzeled with chimi churri
Lamb chops served with pan demi glace
Fig an goat cheese tart
Chocolate espresso cheese cake with drunken berries
Mango crème brule
Fresh baked bread with seasoned olive oil
Caesar salad
Chefs salad with seasoned garden vegetables
Seafood bisque
Fresh mussels in whit wine and butter
Pan seared sea scallops with a chili lime aoili
Wild caught salmon with miso buerre sauce
Pan seared halibut with chimi churri
Pan seared sea bass with chili garlic and white wine reduction
Broiled lobster tail and prawns
Chocolate espresso cake with drunken berries
Bread pudding with bourbon caramel sauce
Creme brulee
Soft shell crab with red pepper coconut curry crispy soft shell crab served with a creamy red pepper coconut curry sauce and a garnish of fresh cilantro
Tuna tartare with avocado and wasabi finely diced tuna mixed with avocado, a hint of wasabi, and served with crispy wonton chips
Lobster and avocado ceviche fresh lobster mixed with avocado, citrus juices, and red onion, served in martini glasses with plantain chips
Prosciutto-wrapped melon with balsamic reduction sweet melon wrapped in prosciutto, drizzled with balsamic reduction and garnished with fresh basil
Garlic prawns-sauteed prawns and a black garlic sauce over bed of microgreens
Crab and ricotta stuffed mushrooms mushrooms filled with a blend of crab meat and ricotta cheese, topped with breadcrumbs and baked until golden
Grilled octopus with romesco sauce tender grilled octopus served with a smoky romesco sauce made from roasted red peppers, almonds, and garlic
Lobster ravioli with saffron cream sauce handmade ravioli filled with lobster, served in a luxurious saffron cream sauce
Wild mushroom and truffle oil risotto creamy risotto cooked with wild mushrooms and finished with truffle oil and shaved parmesan
Roasted beet and goat cheese salad with candied walnuts roasted beets paired with creamy goat cheese, candied walnuts, and a honey-balsamic vinaigrette
Seafood fregola with tomato basil broth small, round fregola pasta cooked with a medley of seafood in a rich tomato basil broth
Butternut squash and sage tortellini fresh tortellini filled with roasted butternut squash and sage, served with a brown butter sauce
Smoked salmon tartare finely diced smoked salmon mixed with capers, shallots, and dill, served with toasted brioche
Red snapper with lemon and herbs pan-seared red snapper fillets served with a light lemon and herb sauce. sides: aged white cheddar mac and cheese, garlic butter green beans
Soft shell crab with red pepper coconut curry crispy soft shell crab served with a red pepper coconut curry sauce. sides: coconut jasmine rice, sautéed spinach with garlic
Oxtails braised in red wine tender oxtails slow-braised in red wine with aromatic vegetables. sides: creamy polenta, roasted root vegetables
Jerk chicken with pineapple salsa spicy jerk chicken served with a refreshing pineapple salsa. sides: aged white cheddar mac and cheese, grilled corn on the cob
Lamb chops with mint pesto herb-crusted lamb chops grilled to perfection and served with a mint pesto. sides: rosemary roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus
Pan-seared branzino with lemon-caper sauce branzino fillets pan-seared and served with a lemon-caper sauce. sides: herbed wild rice pilaf, roasted brussels sprouts
Braised short ribs with barolo reduction slow-braised short ribs served with a rich barolo wine reduction sauce. sides: truffle mac and cheese, grilled zucchini
Strawberry shortcake light and fluffy shortcake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream
Chocolate lava cake with raspberry coulis warm chocolate cake with a molten center, served with raspberry coulis and vanilla ice cream
Salted caramel panna cotta creamy panna cotta with a layer of salted caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt
Lemon sorbet with fresh berries refreshing lemon sorbet served in a lemon shell with a medley of fresh berries
Crème brûlée with vanilla bean rich vanilla bean custard topped with a caramelized sugar crust and fresh berries
Tiramisu with espresso sauce classic italian dessert made with layers of mascarpone cheese, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa powder
Peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream warm peach cobbler served with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream
Design your own menu
Your personal chef will help design the perfect menu for your special occasion. They can adjust dishes to fit your budget, dietary restrictions, and any specific preferences for your private dinner.
Frequently asked questions about our personal chef service in Atlanta, GA
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chefs in Atlanta.
What's included in a private chef service in Atlanta?
In Atlanta, a personal chef service includes menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, serving meals, and cleaning up afterward. Please note that tableware and glassware are not included, and tipping is discretionary.
How much does a private chef cost in Atlanta, GA?
Private chef rates vary based on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average cost is 109 USD per person. Groups of 7 to 10 people typically pay 114 USD per person, while smaller groups of 3 to 6 people are 127 USD per person. Couples can expect to pay 149 USD per person on average. Prices may vary due to factors such as season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How to book a personal chef in Atlanta, GA?
To book a private chef in Atlanta, select your preferred date, specify the number of guests, and provide details on your preferences, dietary restrictions, and kitchen setup. You’ll receive personalized menu proposals and chef profiles featuring dish photos. Chat directly with chefs to adjust menus and finish your selection. Complete your booking online and receive contact information for your chosen professional.
How can I find a personal chef in Atlanta?
With 320 skilled chefs in Atlanta, simply complete a form to receive menu proposals from the top three chefs suited to your occasion. Review their profiles and select your chef. If none meet your criteria, additional options will be presented until you find your ideal match.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service in Atlanta?
There's no strict limit on the number of guests. Private chef services are typically designed for intimate gatherings with friends or family at home. While there’s flexibility, groups typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, the private chef prepares your meal in your home. Depending on the menu and kitchen setup, the chef may make some preparations in advance to ensure a seamless dining experience.
Can I cook alongside the private chef?
Absolutely! Many clients enjoy cooking alongside the chef for a hands-on experience. Whether you’re a home chef in Atlanta or an expert, your chef will happily involve you and share culinary insights.
Are the ingredients for a private chef service in Atlanta fresh?
Yes, private chefs use fresh, high-quality ingredients tailored for your event. Your chef selects premium produce, meats, and seafood to create flavorful dishes.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
Drinks are usually not included but can be incorporated with your chef to complement your meal. Discuss beverage options and consider adding this as an "extra" when planning with your chef.
What is the customary tip for a private chef in Atlanta?
Tipping is at your discretion and reflects your satisfaction with the service provided. On average, tips in Atlanta average 14.72% of the total bill, reflecting the appreciation of 16,983 guests.
Key information about Atlanta's private chefs
Find out more about our personal chefs in Atlanta and what they do.
Our private chefs in Atlanta, GA, have an average age of 41, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
55% of our chefs in Atlanta are women.
It takes only 5 hours from your request to get the first menu.
We started our private chef service in Atlanta in 2017-03-17.
22.6% of our personal chef services in Atlanta include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in Atlanta 18 times.
41% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Atlanta in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 58.1% of our guests hire a personal chef in Atlanta more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 3 days in Atlanta.
We’ve uploaded over 2,713 pictures of our Atlanta personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef in Atlanta.
How many private chef services are booked in Atlanta each month?
The number of private chef bookings each month depends on the time of year. To check monthly fluctuations of personal chefs in Atlanta, GA, check this table:
Hiring a personal chef in Atlanta is great for any time of year, but prices can increase with demand. To make sure you get your chef for hire in Atlanta, we recommend booking early.
How much does a personal chef cost in Atlanta, GA?
The cost of hiring a personal chef in Atlanta depends on the number of guests. Rates range from 109 USD to 149 USD per person.
For 13 or more guests: 109 USD. For 7 to 12 guests: 114 USD. For 3 to 6 guests: 127 USD. For 2 guests: 149 USD.
Ready to reserve? A personal chef in Atlanta has prices for every kind of budget.
Keep in mind that prices can vary with the seasons and different locations. The chart below shows typical monthly prices for our private chefs in Atlanta.
How many personal chefs sign up in Atlanta each month?
With years of collaboration with private chefs of Atlanta, we’ve established strong relationships and earned the trust of many local culinary experts. Our reputation continues to grow as guests highly recommend their exceptional experiences. Have an extraordinary experience at your Atlanta home with a chef.
To bring the finest dining experience to your home in Atlanta, GA, we add 3 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews and updates their profiles daily, ensuring you can always discover new and exciting chefs.
What is the most frequent type of food prepared by our personal chefs in Atlanta?
Our six main types of cuisine in Atlanta are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American.
However, the most requested cuisine in Atlanta is Surprise. Our chefs design exciting menus based on your preferences.
Looking for a private hibachi chef in Atlanta or maybe a private sushi chef in Atlanta? We'll find the best ones for you!
Our Atlanta's chefs for hire design menus tailored to your dietary needs, including fusion cuisine options. Submit your request to explore our chefs' creations.
Bring a private chef to your home in Atlanta
Experience Atlanta's diverse culinary scene at home with Southern comfort food, fresh farm-to-table dishes, and innovative global cuisine. Whether it's for a bachelorette party, an anniversary, or a casual gathering, a private chef in Atlanta will make your event unforgettable.
Take a Chef offers unique dining experiences for any occasion in Atlanta, from holiday parties and corporate events to birthdays and family get-togethers. Are you planning a color-themed event? It doesn't matter if it's red, yellow, or black. Our private chefs in Atlanta will do the trick!
On the day of your event, your chosen chef will source the freshest ingredients, cook, and serve a delicious meal in your Atlanta home. They'll even leave your kitchen spotless!
Atlanta's best private chefs in your kitchen
Each of our private chefs in Atlanta has been trained in leading culinary schools and boasts years of experience in the city's top restaurants. Discover our network of 320 personal chefs available in Atlanta; we're confident we can connect you with the perfect chef.
Atlanta, known for its vibrant food culture and Southern hospitality, offers everything from classic fried chicken to upscale dining. Our chefs bring the best of Atlanta's flavors directly to your table.
Try a private chef for a night in Atlanta and amaze yourself. Whether you're a home chef in Atlanta, GA, wanting to learn new tricks, or starting to eat healthy, a personal chef in Atlanta is the best choice for you.
Your house, the city's best restaurant hiring a personal chef in Atlanta
Atlanta offers a mix of Southern comfort food and contemporary cuisine all year round. Don’t wait to savor the flavors of Atlanta. Want a private chef for a dinner for 2 in Atlanta? With Take a Chef, you can create a unique and intimate dining experience. We provide more than just a private chef agency; we share a passion for food and give you the opportunity to connect with loved ones in the comfort of your own home.
Hear from our Atlanta personal chefs
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