Private Chef in Imperial Beach
Rent one of our 330 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Imperial Beach
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Imperial Beach in April 2016, more than 330 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Imperial Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in California.
Starting in 2016, 12,569 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Imperial Beach. To book your chef in Imperial Beach, 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 8,348 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 92,275 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.82 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 12,569 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Imperial Beach usually book menus around 166 USD per person, including 4.72 courses, sharing an average of 4.14 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 Imperial Beach.












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!
330 Private Chefs in Imperial Beach
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More than 12,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.65 Chef
The guests in Imperial Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.65.
4.88 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Imperial Beach received an average score of 4.88.
4.77 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.77 average score.
4.88 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Imperial Beach has been scored with a 4.88 on average.
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8,348 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Imperial Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Homemade hummus
Pita bread
Baba ghanoush
Homemade tzatziki
Tabbouli
Crab cakes
Greek yogurt salad and roasted beets salad
Fattoush salad
Stuffed grape leaves
Kibbeh
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Harissa marinated pan seared chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Garlic shrimp skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Blackened salmon with greek lemon rice and homemade tzatziki
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and red wine reduction
Baklava
Tiramisu
Mini chocolate cheesecake
Creme brulee
Coconut kahlua flan
- sea salad: jump into the sea with varieties of fresh seafood and fish
- empanadas: delicious puff pastry with a filling of ground meat, egg, veggies and lots of flavor. vegetarian option: spinach, ricotta and corn
- citrus salad: unique explosion of flavors between arugula, cherry tomatoes, grapefruit, orange and tangerine, seasoned with balsamic cream
- big salad "insalatona": fresh combination of lettuce, arugula, tomato, carrots, radishes, cucumber and avocado, seasoned with balsamic cream
- canapés or tartlets: small and delicious typical italian tarts, with salmon or avocado, ricotta and a selected mixture of cooked vegetables
- caviar bruschetta: refined italian toasted bread, with fresh cooked vegetables, cheeses and topped with caviar
- prawns with prosciutto: shrimp seasoned with sweet paprika wrapped in prosciutto
- spinach and zucchini savory cake: salty cake with a touch of genoese style!
- tagliatelle al ragù: homemade pasta, with a delicious italian bolognese sauce
- potato gnocchi with asparagus: delicious gnocchetti topped with delicious asparagus cream sauce, vegetables and selected herbs
- ravioli di spinaci e ricotta: classic homemade pasta, stuffed with spinach and ricotta with delicious herb cream sauce
- cannelloni crespelle: exquisite filling of spinach, corn and ricotta wrapped with french crepes and covered with bechamel
- pasta alla vodka: a little parmesan, tomato, heavy cream, onion, garlic, basil and vodka. yes, vodka!
- riso ai funghi: scented rice with mushrooms and typical italian vegetables
- filet mignon with patate al cartoccio: mythical beef steak with intense flavor, crispy crust, juicy interior finished with roasted vegetables
- salmon with purée 3 colors: our favorite fish without a doubt. delicious portion of salmon, along with a irresistible carrot and potato puree
- tilapia with noisette potatoes: classic white fish, topped with a delicious green sauce and particular french noisette potatoes
- boneless chicken leg with orange juice: chicken with an explosion of flavors, marinated with orange, paprika and along with fine vegetables
- new york strip with vegetables: delicious puff pastry with a filling of ground meat, egg, veggies and lots of flavor. vegetarian option: spinach, ricotta and corn
- napolitana fette of aubergines with potatoes (mozzarella or avocado, tomato sauce, sage, oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper) v,gf,df
- pork rib with barbecue sauce and potatoes (chimichurri, parsley, garlic, paprika, oregano, rosemary, olive oil, salt and pepper) gf,df
- tiramisú: our signature dessert. mascarpone cheese, coffee, lady fingers cookie, dark chocolate, eggs and sugar
- caramel crepe: delicious french crepe with caramel (dulce de leche) will take you to latin america
- chocolate mousse: popular creamy dessert loved by children and adults based on chocolate and eggs
- lemon sorbet: sorbet with a light and refreshing texture with fresh strawberries
- chocolate cake with nutella: dark chocolate cake filled with blueberry jam and fresh strawberries, topped with nutella cream
- nutella crepe: delicious french crepe, the original recipe. nutella will take you to italy
- melba cup: cup of chocolate and strawberry ice cream with fresh peach
- macedonia: seasonal fruits, put together to enjoy a healthy dessert
- banana split (chocolate and vanilla ice cream, banana, strawberries, chocolate) v,gf
Hickory smoked crudo
Guacamole tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Baja ceviche shooters
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Fried risotto ball with marinara
Ahi poke wonton
Chicken and waffles with candied bacon bits
100 anniversary tijuana cesar salad
Chicken tom kha soup
Caprese salad
California caprese
California gazpacho
Aztec tortilla soup
Spring mix salad
Pork chashu ramen
Asian papaya salad
Berry balsamic salad with candied nuts
Braised short rib and grits with red wine reduction
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Teriyaki mahi mahi with king trumpet mushrooms, green onions and grilled squash
Swordfish picatta with grilled asparagus and lemon beurre blanc sauce
Blackened salmon with greek lemon rice and homemade tzatziki
Harissa marinated pan seared chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Sesame seared tuna with mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Fish on lentils with honey cream and herb medley
Trout almondine with garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and lemon beurre blanc
California carbonara
Apple cobbler
Apple pie
Assorted homemade cookies
Baklava
Bread pudding
Carrot walnut cake
Churro waffle ice cream sandwich
Churros (fresh handmade )
Coconut kahlua flan
Cornbread with salted caramel and whipped cream cheese
Creme brulee
Triple chocolate layer cake
Tiramisu
Mini chocolate cheesecake
Panacotta
Italian stuffed mushrooms
Tuscan bruschetta
Chard galette
Garlic butter parmesan tuscan mushrooms
Tuscan-style roasted asparagus
Tuscan herb mashed potatoes
Tuscan salmon with parmesan cream sauce
Eggplant involtini
Herb cheese-stuffed chicken
Bignè di san giuseppe fritti o al forno
Tiramisu cake
Cherry and almond crumble
Bone marrow and oysters
Cacio pepe polenta cakes with charred tomatoes
Blue fin tuna , olive oil toast
Pesto gnocchi, sun dried tomatoes
Local tomato, burrata, arugula,red onion, gf crouton lemon dressing
Adobo beets with charred kale, squash, mole
Broccolini,whipped feta ,chermoula, pickled peppers
Corn, calabrian chile butter and focaccia
Tomato pomegranate with stone fruit and almonds
Col morada / grilled red cabbage, hibiscus honey mustard, fuji apple, red beets, queso fresco
Aged bavette steak, wild risotto and gold oyster mushrooms
Chicken marsala and risotto
Lamb and baba ghanoush with pomegranates
Honey poached carrots with curry, raisins and lemon yogurt
Tiramisu and gelato
Arroz con leche
Honey poached apples with baklava and semifreddo
Miso apple cake vanilla gelato
- salty crepe with salmon: popular french dish. homemade tortillas, filled with fresh vegetables, salmon or avocado and cheeses
- caviar bruschetta: refined italian toasted bread, with fresh cooked vegetables, cheeses and topped with caviar
- stuffed eggs: tuna or avocado, egg yolk and mayonnaise come together in an explosion of flavors. topped with bell peppers and onions
- sea salad: jump into the sea with varieties of fresh seafood and fish
- cheese and broccoli souffle: typical french dish based on various cheeses, egg and broccoli
- canapés or tartlets: small and delicious typical italian tarts, with salmon or avocado, ricotta and a selected mixture of cooked vegetables
- garlic prawns: tasty shrimp in fine garlic sauce, vegetables and fine herbs
- prawns with prosciutto: shrimp seasoned with sweet paprika wrapped in prosciutto
- big salad "insalatona": fresh combination of lettuce, arugula, tomato, carrots, radishes, cucumber and avocado, seasoned with balsamic cream
- potato gnocchi with asparagus: delicious gnocchetti topped with delicious asparagus cream sauce, vegetables and selected herbs
- ravioli di spinaci e ricotta: classic homemade pasta, stuffed with spinach and ricotta with delicious herb cream sauce
- cappelletti with butter and sage: typical italian rice based on chicken, vegetables and explosive
- cannelloni crespelle: exquisite filling of spinach, corn and ricotta wrapped with french crepes and covered with bechamel
- four cheeses tagliatelle: homemade pasta wrapped together with sauce of blue cheese, parmesan, cheddar and gouda
- lasagna with crepes: french style with 4 layers separated by tender crepes of tasty bolognese and finished with parmesan and bechamel
- riso ai funghi: scented rice with mushrooms and typical italian vegetables
- filet mignon with patate al cartoccio: mythical beef steak with intense flavor, crispy crust, juicy interior finished with roasted vegetables
- salmon with purée 3 colors: our favorite fish without a doubt. delicious portion of salmon, along with a irresistible carrot and potato puree
- boneless chicken leg with orange juice: chicken with an explosion of flavors, marinated with orange, paprika and along with fine vegetables
- tilapia with noisette potatoes: classic white fish, topped with a delicious green sauce and particular french noisette potatoes
- roasted pork with egg and plums: baked ham stuffed with plums and egg, along with a fresh salad
- entrecote with vegetable brochette: tender and juicy at any point, topped with our tasty mushroom cream and "cartoccio" baked potatoes
- napolitana fette of aubergines with potatoes (mozzarella or avocado, tomato sauce, sage, oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper) v,gf,df
- tiramisú: our signature dessert. mascarpone cheese, coffee, lady fingers cookie, dark chocolate, eggs and sugar
- chocolate mousse: popular creamy dessert loved by children and adults based on chocolate and eggs
- cream caramel: famous french dessert that combines a cream based on eggs, vanilla and cinnamon with orange, lemon and tangerine
- caramel crepe: delicious french crepe with caramel (dulce de leche) will take you to latin america
- lemon sorbet: sorbet with a light and refreshing texture with fresh strawberries
- chocolate cake with nutella: dark chocolate cake filled with blueberry jam and fresh strawberries, topped with nutella cream
- melba cup: cup of chocolate and strawberry ice cream with fresh peach
- macedonia: seasonal fruits, put together to enjoy a healthy dessert
Homemade hummus
Pita bread
Baba ghanoush
Homemade tzatziki
Tabbouli
Crab cakes
Greek yogurt salad and roasted beets salad
Fattoush salad
Stuffed grape leaves
Kibbeh
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Harissa marinated pan seared chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Garlic shrimp skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Blackened salmon with greek lemon rice and homemade tzatziki
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and red wine reduction
Baklava
Tiramisu
Mini chocolate cheesecake
Creme brulee
Coconut kahlua flan
Balsamic bruschetta - ciabatta, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, balsamic and basil
Caponata bruschetta - traditional eggplant caponata with ciabatta bread
Classic caprese salad - fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil and olive oil
Handmade green tagliatelle al pesto - fresh handmade tagliatelle (spinach pasta) with pesto sauce (basil, olive oil, garlic, parmesan and pinolli)
Chicken picatta
Fresh tiramisu
Chocolate mousse
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 Imperial Beach.
What does a private chef service include in Imperial Beach?
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 Imperial Beach?
The price of renting a chef in Imperial Beach 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 99 USD to 163 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 99 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 98 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 122 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 163 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 Imperial Beach?
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 330 chefs available in Imperial Beach. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach?
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 Imperial Beach each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Imperial Beach, 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 Imperial Beach.
Cost of a private chef in Imperial Beach
The cost of hiring a private chef in Imperial Beach 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 99 USD to 163 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 99 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 98 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 122 USD
For 2 people: 163 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 Imperial Beach!
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 Imperial Beach?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Imperial Beach: 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 Imperial Beach!






Talk to our chefs in Imperial Beach
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 Imperial Beach? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Imperial Beach, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









