Private Chef in Danville
Rent one of our 260 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Danville
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Danville in February 2017, more than 260 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Danville and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Contra Costa County.
Starting in 2017, 66,691 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Danville. To book your chef in Danville, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 23,604 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 214,052 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.7 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 66,691 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Danville usually book menus around 172 USD per person, including 4.82 courses, sharing an average of 4.99 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Danville.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
260 Private Chefs in Danville
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More than 66,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.47 Chef
The guests in Danville have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.47.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Danville received an average score of 4.78.
4.67 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.67 average score.
4.78 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Danville has been scored with a 4.78 on average.
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23,604 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Danville
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Grazing table, special selection of cured meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, honey, marmalade
Rhum and pineapple glazed crispy skin pork belly, roasted corn and mango salsa
Giant blue tiger prawns wrapped with prosciutto, cantalupe salsa, balsamic dressing
Grandma style homemade meatballs, tomato sauce, shaved parmesan, homemade oregano focaccia
Green chickpeas , chicory, grilled lamb meatballs wrapped with pancetta
Brûlée brie, citrus chutney, crushed nuts, special crostini
Terrine de tomate confites au chèvre
Old fashioned tomato salad, italian basil pesto on whipped mozzarella, warm garlic and oregano focaccia
Beef carpaccio, lemon aioli, arugola and white wine poached pear salad, crostini
Special chestnut salad, pomegranate seeds, italian coppa, raspberry and balsamic dresssing
Chop-chop salad, tuna, lavash crackers
Open warm burrata, special endive and orange salad, homemade shallots and balsamic vinegar dressing, figs jam
Hibiscus and gin cured salmon with red fruits spring salad
Fresh made pappardelle, braised lamb shank sauce, rosemary and thyme gremolata
Surf and turf, special australian black angus steak, grilled lobster, truffle mushroom , french onions cream, parmesan creamy spinach
Black angus steak with creamy green peppercorns sauce, roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus,endive salad
Home made green spaghetti, roasted cherry tomato, basil pesto, mussels
Ricotta ravioli with truffled mushrooms butter and sage sauce
Italian pollo alla cacciatora, slow roasted chicken with peppers and olives, sauteed broccolini, creamy polenta
Parmesan and pistachios crusted lamb rack, roasted garlic and parmesan baby potatoes , fennel and orange mediterranean salad
Spicy snapper , special ancient grains, lentils, pumpkin, beetroot puree, lemon and date dressing
Garlic noodles salad, grilled fresh tuna steak, asian veggie, spicy lemongrass dressing
Baked chicken, maple pumpkin, pickled cabbage, spiced ground roots, sour yoghurt dressing
Brazilian style camarão na moranga with argentinian prawns
Baked branzino, shaved carrots and radish salad, with herbs, cranberry and pumpkin seeds, lemon dressing
Roasted prime rib beef, squash and radicchio salad with pecans, roasted baby potatoes
Porcini mushrooms risotto, truffled mushrooms, crumbled goat cheese
Almond and orange blossom cake, rose and citrus mousse, red fruits
Apple sticky toffee pudding with ice cream
Bourbon and chocolate pecan pie, vanilla gelato
Chocolate lava cake, vanilla gelato, coconut butterscotch sauce, red fruits
Caffe affogato ( vanilla gelato topped with fresh made hot espresso shot, cocoa powder, enjoy with caramelized puff pastry stuffed with chocolate mousse)
Lemon-blueberries cake , special icing, fresh made cream cheese, fresh made jams and marmalade
Date cake with hot butterscotch sauce and vanilla mousse
Triple chocolate and red wine cake, red fruits, vanilla mousse
Triple chocolate cake, espresso & bourbon whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, strawberries, chocolate soil & candied orange
Eton mess, crushed merengue, citrus mousse, marinated red fruits
Tiramisù
Flan cake, red wine poached pears, special glaze
Key lime pie, raspberry sauce, crushed meringues
Fresh made deconstructed sicilian cannoli with citrus ricotta mousse, pistachio gelato, chocolate drizzle
Burrata, roasted tomatoes, basil bruschetta
French tomatoes tartine
Seasonal veggies salad bowl
Avocado and prawns, coconut ginger coriander and piment d'espelette
California avocado toast
Smoked salmon tartare
Beef, seasonal veggies and bordelaise sauce
White fish, seasonal veggies and buttery sauce
Caramelized vanilla bean crème brulée
Chocolate mousse
Two cheeses plate
Burrata and roasted pepper crostinis
Sonoma lamb and pistachio meatballs with labneh cheese dipping sauce and sumac
Butternut squash soup with goat kefir-pea shoots and toasted pumpkin seeds
Artichoke caesar salad with parmigiano reggiano and roasted lemon slices
Classic wedge salad with blue cheese, bacon, sweet tomatoes and pickled onions
Clam chowder in bread bowl
San francisco style cioppino with local mussels, clams, california black cod, gulf shrimp and warm crusty bread
Grilled flank steak "tagliata" with napa valley herb chimichurri sauce, autumn succotash and spinach
Seared loch duart salmon cauliflower puree wild mix of california mushrooms, roasted potatoes, spinach, citrus sauce
Baked airline chicken breast cog au vin style with mushrooms, wine, carrots, leeks and creamed potatoes
Warm chocolate chip cookies and strauss vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce
Egyptian tomato salad, blistered cherry tomato, crumbled sheep cheese, warm flat bread
Peach, crumbled blue cheese, walnut and balsamic dressing salad, lavash crackers
Roasted eggplant topped with special grilled pepper and walnut dip, mediterranean salad, za’atar crostini
Sumac roasted pumpkin cake, walnut yogurt sauce
White wine poached pear, crumbled blue cheese, walnut and balsamic dressing salad, lavash crackers
Blood orange glazed smoked duck salad with pomegranate and mint dressing
Eggplant rolls stuffed with marinated feta, topped with chopped tomato salad, gremolata, flat bread
Marinated lemon and dill salmon, capers and gherkins gremolata on escarole salad, grissini
14-day dry aged duck, jerusaleme artichoke pureed, glazed pearl onion, grilled asparagus, special muntries and blood orange sauce
Roasted pork belly, charred leek, sugarloaf cabbage, cultured cream, hazelnut crumble
Sumac baked chicken, special jeweled saffron rice, herbed salad
Special roasted mustard pork rack, caramelized baby onion, roasted potato medley, cabbage salad
Homemade gammon steak, smashed peas, mashed potatoes, glazed baby carrots
“makroon bil toum” special boiled dumplings coated in garlic served with roasted scallops, prawns & fiery harissa
Citrus and olives braised chicken, roasted kale and shaved brussels salad with almond, cranberry and balsamic glaze
Slow roasted black angus beef brisket, creamy garlic parsnip puree', chilli caramel heirloom carrot, pearsimmon endivesalad
Wagyu beef steak, roasted roots, salad with special dressing
Crispy skin duck, sautéed napa cabbage, honey-chili glazed roasted baby carrots, cauliflower puréed
Baked chicken, maple pumpkin, pickled cabbage, spiced ground roots, sour yoghurt dressing
Spicy chicken tajine, veggies, crispy coriander baby potatoes, salad, nuts and a special middle eastern dressing
Grilled seabass, coriander and green chili chutney, red potatoes, yogurt dressing
Basbousa (semolina and almond drizzle cake) tangerine sorbet
Almond and orange blossom cake, rose and citrus mousse, red fruits
Apple sticky toffee pudding with ice cream
Date cake with hot butterscotch sauce and vanilla mousse
Bourbon and chocolate pecan pie, vanilla gelato
Triple chocolate and red wine cake, red fruits, vanilla mousse
Flan cake, red wine poached pears, special glaze
Chocolate lava cake, vanilla gelato, coconut butterscotch sauce, red fruits
Matcha coconut cake, citrus mousse, red fruits
Coconut mud cake with citrus white chocolate mousse, marinated pineapple and mango, red fruits sauce
Eton mess, crushed merengue, citrus mousse, marinated red fruits
Lemon-blueberries cake , special icing, fresh made cream cheese, fresh made jams and marmalade
Key lime pie, raspberry sauce, crushed meringues
Peach cobbler pudding
Fresh made deconstructed sicilian cannoli with citrus ricotta mousse, pistachio gelato, chocolate drizzle
Classic french gougèrem flaky choux with aged gruyère
Allez retour scallop and buttery sauce
French mediterranean tomatoes tartine
Tartare de saumon, herbes fraiches
Mimosa eggs
Avocado, coconut ginger coriander and piment d'espelette
Beef, seasonal veggies and bordelaise gravy
White fish, topinambour, with asparagus & yellow wine sauce
Creamy chicken & mushroom fettuccine
Caramelized vanilla bean crème brulée
Famous chocolat tartlet, almond base
Pear and apple tartlet
Chocolate mousse
Warm bruschetta with butternut squash puree, goat cheese, toasted pecans, maple glaze
Classic shrimp cocktail served with spicy sweet chili cocktail sauce
Ahi crudo with caviar, capers, lemon zest, olive oil, cucumber rounds
Lamb and pistachio meatballs with labneh cheese dipping sauce and sumac
Chili roasted cauliflower mini tostadas with guacamole and spicy slaw
Caramelized onion stuffed mushrooms with herbed chicken sausage, melted blue cheese, charred tomato sauce
Burrata salad roasted tomatoes and sweet onions, wild arugula - pea shoots - basil roasted shallot balsamic reduction toasted sunflower seeds
Classic wedge salad with blue cheese, bacon, sweet tomatoes and pickled onions
Country salad, arugula, haricot vert, roasted beets, shaved persimmon, toasted walnuts, ranch egg, browned butter sherry dijon vinaigrette
Grilled flank steak "tagliata" with napa valley herb chimichurri sauce, marble potatoes, and vegetable succotash
Roasted za'atar airline chicken breast, toasted freekeh pilaf with zatar cauliflower and garlic cilantro yogurt sauce
Seared loch duart salmon cauliflower puree wild mix of california mushrooms, roasted potatoes, spinach, citrus sauce
Duck leg confit with braised swiss chard, roasted carrots, white bean puree, marble potatoes
Apple galette with straus vanilla ice cream
Bananas foster with strauss vanilla ice cream and whipped cream
Honey walnut cake with vanilla cream and honeycomb ouzo whipped cream
Grilled crostini with heirloom tomato and basil and burrata
Cheese and charcuterie with fresh fruit and assorted crackers (some gf)
Onion and blue cheese tart with fig/honey drizzle
Baked brie en croute with honey, apricots and slivered almonds
Beef ribeye sliced and served with mushroom demi-glace, roasted rosemary potatoes and mixed grilled vegetables
Or seared sea bass with lemon brown butter sauce, mushroom risotto and vegetable
Center cut pork chops with grilled peaches and caramelized onion, corn timbales and vegetable
Duck breast sliced and served with tart cherry sauce and mini wild rice pancake
Wine-poached pear with whipped cream and berries
Berry crisp with vanilla gelato
Wine poached figs with creme fraiche
Pan fried shishito peppers, whipped lemon mousse, crushed olives, preserved lemon, crostini
Herbed roasted beetroot, pistachio & cherry tart goats cheese, olive crostini
Peach, crumbled blue cheese, walnut and balsamic dressing salad, lavash crackers
Roasted eggplant topped with special grilled pepper and walnut dip, mediterranean salad, za’atar crostini
Sumac roasted pumpkin cake, walnut yogurt sauce
Crispy calamari and prawns, harissa mayo
Beef carpaccio, lemon aioli, arugola and white wine poached pear salad, crostini
Old fashioned tomato salad, italian basil pesto on whipped mozzarella, warm garlic and oregano focaccia
Hibiscus cured salmon with red fruits spring salad
Special endive and orange salad, homemade shallots and balsamic vinegar dressing, figs jam
Special yemenite chicken soup with ricotta balls
Asparagus soup, black garlic butter toasted bread, shaved buffalo cheese
Creamy home-made bouillabaisse style soup with salmon and blue grenadier served with warm turkish bread and lemon
Green chickpeas , chicory, grilled lamb meatballs wrapped with turkey pancetta
Spicy confit turkey rolls with garlic sauce
Heirloom zucchini crudo, whipped goat cheese, hazelnut crumble, black lime powder, garlic crostini
Chop-chop salad, grilled tuna, lavash crackers
Pan fried semolina snapper, spicy puttanesca sauce, roasted medley potatoes
Pan fried snapper fillets,frisée, radicchio, and fennel salad with mustard vinaigrette
Caramelised eggplant, heirloom tomato and lime salad, yellow curry dressing, jasmine rice
“makroon bil toum” boiled dumplings coated in garlic served with roasted scallops, prawns & fiery harissa
Special roasted pumpkin ravioli, stilton creamy sauce, crushed pecan- turkey pancetta crunch
Slow cooked lamb shank, pepper sauce, creamy polenta
Maple and harissa grilled swordfish , tabbouleh, grilled eggplant, yogurt dressing
Spicy chicken tajine, veggies, crispy coriander baby potatoes, salad, nuts and a special middle eastern dressing
Special mix kabobs with couscous, salad, mediterranean veggies, breads and special dressing
Black angus steak with creamy green peppercorns sauce, roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus,endive salad
Grilled steak, special house made salmoriglio, smashed sweet potato, blistered tomatoes salad
.14-day dry aged duck, jerusaleme artichoke pureed, glazed pearl onion, grilled asparagus, special muntries and blood orange sauce
Slow roasted black angus beef brisket, creamy garlic parsnip puree', chilli caramel heirloom carrot, pearsimmon endivesalad
Slow roasted black angus beef, chilli caramel, heirloom carrot, pear salad
Sumac baked chicken, special jeweled saffron rice, herbed salad
Roasted branzino, saffron cauliflower rice, apple and shallot vinaigrette
Grilled spicy chicken served with special roasted veggie with caramelized onions and saffron sauce
Almond and orange blossom cake, rose and citrus mousse, red fruits
Basbousa (semolina and almond drizzle cake) tangerine sorbet
Apple sticky toffee pudding with ice cream
Chocolate lava cake, vanilla gelato, coconut butterscotch sauce, red fruits
Date cake with hot butterscotch sauce and vanilla mousse
Key lime pie, raspberry sauce, crushed meringues
Bourbon and chocolate pecan pie, vanilla gelato
Lemon-blueberries cake , special icing, fresh made cream cheese, fresh made jams and marmalade
Eton mess, crushed merengue, citrus mousse, marinated red fruits
Tiramisù
Triple chocolate and red wine cake, red fruits, vanilla mousse
Flan cake, red wine poached pears, special glaze
Fresh made deconstructed sicilian cannoli with citrus ricotta mousse, pistachio gelato, chocolate drizzle
Triple chocolate cake, espresso & bourbon whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, strawberries, chocolate soil & candied orange
Peach cobbler pudding
Turkish delight filled doughnuts, rosewater honey & walnut ice cream
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Danville.
What does a private chef service include in Danville?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Danville?
The price of renting a chef in Danville can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 163 USD to 327 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 163 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 178 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 112 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 327 USD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Danville?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 260 chefs available in Danville. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Danville who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Danville?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Danville each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Danville, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Danville.
Cost of a private chef in Danville
The cost of hiring a private chef in Danville can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 163 USD to 327 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 163 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 178 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 112 USD
For 2 people: 327 USD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Danville!
2 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Danville?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Danville: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Danville!

Why not try a Private Chef service inDanville?
Are you planning to celebrate your bachelorette party, birthday, anniversary or any special event and you would like to have something special? Take a Chef is here, we will help you from the beginning until the end you will only need you to share with us your food preferences and the date of the service. We will make sure to have everything perfect for you!

An innovative dining experience in Danville
Would you like to celebrate your birthday, bachelorette, anniversary, valentine's day, your first date or first kiss? It is time to do something different and book a private chef with Take a Chef! You will simply need to click on the button above to make your request, and you will receive menu proposals in less than 48 hours. On D-Day, your private chef will come to your home with all the asked items to prepare for you and your special guest an unforgettable dinner!

Do something different in Danville
Danville has numerous restaurants in which people are using to go too. But can you imagine a day in which you would like to enjoy eating the food restaurants in your own home surrounded by your family and friends, Take a Chef can make it happen and bring the best private chefs in your place that can prepare whatever you would like to have. So why not try it out? Click the button above to start!






Talk to our chefs in Danville
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Danville? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Danville, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









