Private Chef in Leisure City
Rent one of our 441 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Leisure City
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Leisure City in March 2017, more than 441 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Leisure City and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Miami-Dade County.
Starting in 2017, 38,537 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Leisure City. To book your chef in Leisure City, 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 31,196 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 385,812 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.81 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 38,537 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Leisure City usually book menus around 168 USD per person, including 3.37 courses, sharing an average of 4.09 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 Leisure City.












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!
441 Private Chefs in Leisure City
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More than 38,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.67 Chef
The guests in Leisure City have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.67.
4.84 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Leisure City received an average score of 4.84.
4.78 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.78 average score.
4.86 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Leisure City has been scored with a 4.86 on average.
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31,196 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Leisure City
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Lobster bisque silky smooth lobster soup/ sherry/ creme fraiche
Onions soup slow braised onions/ beef broth/ brandy/ gruyere cheese/ baguette crouton
Shrimp cocktail chilled large prawns/ cocktail sauce/ lemon wedge maryland crab cake seared cakes/ grainy mustard cream sauce / fresh herbs
Shrimp cocktail chilled large prawns/ cocktail sauce/ lemon wedge
Maryland crab cake seared cakes/ grainy mustard cream sauce / fresh herbs
Caesar salad crisp romaine lettuce/ classic caesar dressing/ ciabatta parmesan tuile
The wedge center cut iceberg/ bacon bits/ blue cheese dressing / grape tomatoes/ chives
Endive salad/belgian endive/ roquefort cheese/ grapes/ walnuts/ sherry vinaigrette
Filet mignon center cut filet/ bearnaise sauce
Ribeye steak coffe rub seasoning
Steak au poivre seared prime ny steak / classic au poivre sauce
Hanger steak sliced butcher steak/ chimichurri sauce
Broiled lobster / lemon garlic butter/ lemon
Surf & turf ½ maine lobster/ 6 oz center cut filet/ beanaise sauce & lemon garlic butter
Loch duart salmon seared center cut scottish salmon / lemon dill beurre blanc
Diver scallops fennel pollen dusted seared sea scallops/ brown butter sauce/ capers/ california raisins
Classic chocolate cake
Apple tarte a la mode
Mixed berry sabayon
Creme brulee
The best guacamole ever, served with tortilla chips
Crostini topped with avocado cream and a spicy, garlicky shrimp
Molletes: traditional mexican toast with refried beans and a blend of three cheeses au gratin, topped with pico de gallo
Choriqueso (chorizo with cheese) quesadilla bites
Grilled quesadillas filled with roasted poblano peppers and roasted corn in a creamy sauce
Chipotle hummus with crudités
Caprese and avocado salad in a skewer (brocheta de ensalada caprese y aguacate)
Sinaloa-style cream cheese shrimp dip
Ahi tuna aguachile (raw ahi tuna submerged in a spicy serrano pepper-lime marinade)
Chef's surprise: a starter to complement a variety of flavors and textures
Crostini with feta cheese and a peach-jalapeño pico de gallo
Mexico city-style street corn (lime juice, chili pepper powder, a hint of mayo)
Mexican angel-hair pasta (fideo) in a tomato-chipotle sauce with chorizo
Sweet corn, tomato, and avocado salad with cilantro-jalapeño dressing
Spicy avocado soup (chilled)
Watermelon-tomatillo salad with jalapeño dressing (may-sept.)
Jícama and mandarin orange salad with pepitas (roasted pumpkin seeds) (nov.-apr.)
Traditional tortilla soup (sopa azteca) served with accoutrement (for self-assembly): cheese, crema, roasted ancho chiles, cilantro, avocado
Smoked trout tostada topped with slices of avocado
Spaghetti with cilantro-pepita pesto
Peach, tomato, tomatillo and jalapeño salad
Chef's garden salad with mustard vinaigrette
Turkey-mint meatballs in a tomato-chipotle sauce with homemade crema
Beer-braised pork tacos, served with habanero-pickled onions
Flank steak tacos with jamaica (hibiscus) and jalapeño syrup (spicy and sweet)
Bacon-japapeño mac & cheese
Tequila, chipotle, and crema shrimp
Chicken enchiladas in a creamy sauce, au gratin (enchiladas suizas)
Queso fundido (melted cheese blend) with either crispy chorizo or garlic mushrooms
Shrimp (or whitefish) mexican ceviche, served with plantain chips
Chicken mole tacos, made with black oaxaca mole
Grilled flank steak marinated and dark mexican beer, served with rice and beans
Pan-seared mahi mahi in adobo with grilled pineapple salsa
Chef's surprise: a new creative dish inspired by local and/or seasonable ingredients
Silky cream cheese flan, served with fresh berries
Traditional mexican three-milks cake (pastel de tres leches) (6+guests)
Grilled plantains in a honey buttery sauce with fresh berries, pecans, and crema (vegan, lactose free)
Coffee flan with a subtle tequila whipped cream
Spicy mexican dark chocolate torte (flourless)
Mexican traditional corn ice cream, served with savory popcorn
Mexican chocolate mousse with burnt rum
Rich brown butter and walnut brownies, served with vanilla ice cream
Mango-serrano pepper-mezcal sorbet
Dulce de leche cheesecake with pecans (6+ guests)
Spicy dark chocolate pudding with chile and cinnamon
Cherry-jalapeño-basil upside-down cake, served warm
Cesar salad organic mezclum with a marinated anchovies and tomato confit
Mezclum salad with beets, goat cheese, caramelized pecans and raspberry vinaigrette
Fresh lump crab cake with smoke paprika tártara sauce
Beef carpaccio ,baby arugula with crispy capers and parmesan emulsion
Tuna tartar with caviar: mayo ginger foam
Charbroiled octopus with romesco and green salad
Paella mixta, seafood, and vegetables
Mediterranean mussels with tomato and garlic
Beef filet mignon with peppercorn saucea and grilled asparagus with provenza herbs
Ribeye with demi glacé , truffle smash potatoes and grilled veggies
Flan caramel with chantilly
Chocolate mousse with gianduja cream and vanilla ice cream
Key lime with fresh whipped cream and graham crackers
Strawberry pavlova and chantilly and salted caramel
Burrata ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, poached garlic infused olive oil, creamy burrata cheese, aged balsamic vinegar, chiffonade basil
Roasted beet salad fire roasted beet ,maytag blue cheese mousse, avocado crema ,toasted pistachios, champagne vinaigrette
Arugula salad organic peperory baby arugula, fresh raspberries , french goat cheese, candied pecans, raspberry and balsamic vinaigrette
Caribbean salad hass avocado , tomato and cucumber salad florida citrus vinaigrette , red onion, hand torn cilantro leaves
Garden ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, baby bell peppers, cucumber, onion, organic peperory baby arugula, poached garlic infused olive oil, tahini
Ceaser salad, romaine lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, creamy ceaser dressing, garlic croutons
Tuna tartare hass avocado, citrus ponzu, cilantro leaves and crispy wontons
Shrimp & grits white cheddar & carolina style grits , sauteed shrimp & thick bacon lardons, vermont maple & red wine vinegar gastric
Peruvian fish ceviche sliced florida fish, lime juice, rocoto peppers mix, aji amarillo sauce, crispy sweet potato
Short rib taquitos avocado crema , cilantro leaves and green apple slaw
Boneless chicken confit crunchy puffed quinoa , blueberry & cognac marmalade, roasted chicken demi glace
Charred shrimp salad cuban black bean puree, green pea shoots, sliced scallions, bloody mary vinaigrette , puffed crispy quinoa
Camarones al ajillo & crispy plantain chips sauteed shrimp in a garlic and white wine sauce with cilantro & lime aioli
Braised short rib slowly braised beef short rib, yukon gold potato mousseline, broccoli florets , braising liquid reduction
Sweet chilli salmon pan seared salmon, ginger and lemongrass scented quinoa, honey and sriracha brocolini
Citrus and guava pork tenderloin spanish chorizo & organic sweet potato hash with sweet corn and cilantro
Mediterranean olive oil pasta capellini pasta tossed in extra virgin olive oil and mediterranean favorites like tomatoes, feta, olives, artichoke hearts and fresh herbs
Organic chicken breast rollatini chicken breast with creamy smoked gouda, sun dried tomatoes and prosciutto, sauteed gnocchi with spinach, wild mushrooms and parmigiano reggiano
Local grouper blackened grouper , yuca cakes, latin escabeche, mango and jalapeno coolis
Jerk chicken & guava glace jerk season organic chicken breast, tamarin & orange blossom honey vinaigrette
Pan seared local fish (mahi, snapper etc) pan sauce with garlic, thyme & lemon butter
Fillet mignon steak sous vide and pan seared tenderloin, sweet potato au gratin, charred asparagus, crispy tobacco onions, cabernet sauvignon
Duck a la orange, boneless roasted duck with florida citrus sauce. fired roasted fingerling potatoes and butter poached organic carrots
Pan seared snapper thai coconut red curry, cilantro and toasted almond basmati rice
Mushroom pasta pappardelle ai funghi fresh homemade pasta, sauteed wild mushrooms, roasted garlic cream
Apple cobbler warm roasted apple cobbler with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
Chocolate indulgence chocolate mousse, chocolate crunch, strawberry marmalade, warm chocolate ganache
Bananas foster with tahitian vanilla ice cream cognac caramel sauce
Strawberry shortcake fresh organic strawberries, tahitian vanilla chantilly cream, pound cake
White chocolate dome raspberry infused creme anglaise and fresh raspberries
Almond joy crisp chocolate ganache, carvel style chocolate crispies , toasted coconut & almond slices
Caprese salad - sliced fresh mozzarella (or vegan cheese) tomatoes an basil drizzedl with balsamic glazer and olive oil
Roasted beet and goat cheese salad - roasted beets paired with creamy goat cheese, arugula and a citrus vinaigrette, sprinkled with pistachios
Garlic butter shrimp -juicy shrimp sautéed in garlic and white wine, served with crusty bread
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Grilled chicken with lemon herb sauce - juicy grilled chicken thighs topped with a zesty lemon herb sauce, served with roasted potatoes, and green beans
Vegetarian ratatouille - a medley of roasted zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and bell peppers, in a light tomato sauce, served with crusty bread
Honey glazed salmon with couscous - pan seared salmon topped with a honey glaze, served with a lemon infused couscous and grilled asparagus
Fillet mignon with garlic butter - grilled fillet mignon topped with garlic herb butter, served with mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus
Crème brûlée with fresh berries - a creamy vanilla custard topped with a layer of crispy caramelized sugar
Strawberry cheesecake - a creamy strawberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and a berry glaze
Chocolate chip cookie
Baby organic rugula with roasted beets and goat cheese
Cesar salad mezclum with a marinated anchovies and tomato confit
Bacon wrapped brussels sprouts and maple glaze
Burrata arugula and peach with caviar of balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese salad , tomato , mozzarella pesto
Tomato bruschetta with anchovies
Antipasto salad with bocconcini and tapenade
Baby organic rugula with roasted beets and goat cheese and caramelized pecans
Espagueti bolognese and grated parmesan
Napolitana mussels with parsley
Beef filet mignon with peppercorn saucea and grilled asparagus with provenza herbs
Black truffle pasta tagliatelle and parmesan
Grilled branzino , asparragus and trufle puree
Tiramisu with sabayon and mascarpone
Sabayon with fresh berrys
Dark chocolate cake de la nona
The best guacamole ever, served with tortilla chips
Crostini topped with avocado cream and a spicy, garlicky shrimp
Molletes: traditional mexican toast with refried beans and a blend of three cheeses au gratin, topped with pico de gallo
Choriqueso (chorizo with cheese) quesadilla bites
Grilled quesadillas filled with roasted poblano peppers and roasted corn in a creamy sauce
Chipotle hummus with crudités
Caprese and avocado salad in a skewer with a spicy balsamic reduction
Sinaloa-style cream cheese shrimp dip
Ahi tuna aguachile (raw ahi tuna submerged in a spicy serrano pepper-lime marinade)
Chef's surprise: a starter to complement a variety of flavors and textures
Crostini with feta cheese and a peach-jalapeño pico de gallo
Mexico city-style street corn (lime juice, chili pepper powder, a hint of mayo)
Mexican angel-hair pasta (fideo) in a tomato-chipotle sauce with chorizo
Sweet corn, tomato, and avocado salad with cilantro-jalapeño dressing
Spicy avocado soup (chilled)
Watermelon-tomatillo salad with jalapeño dressing (may-sept.)
Jícama and mandarin orange salad with pepitas (roasted pumpkin seeds) (nov.-apr.)
Traditional tortilla soup (sopa azteca) served with accoutrement (for self-assembly): cheese, crema, roasted ancho chiles, cilantro, avocado
Smoked trout tostada topped with slices of avocado
Spaghetti with cilantro-pepita pesto
Peach, tomato, tomatillo and jalapeño salad
Chef's garden salad with mustard vinaigrette
Turkey-mint meatballs in a tomato-chipotle sauce with homemade crema
Beer-braised pork tacos, served with habanero-pickled onions
Flank steak tacos with jamaica (hibiscus) and jalapeño syrup (spicy and sweet)
Bacon-japapeño mac & cheese
Tequila, chipotle, and crema shrimp
Chicken enchiladas in a creamy sauce, au gratin (enchiladas suizas)
Queso fundido (melted cheese blend) with either crispy chorizo or garlic mushrooms
Shrimp (or whitefish) mexican ceviche, served with plantain chips
Chicken mole tacos, made with black oaxaca mole
Grilled flank steak marinated and dark mexican beer, served with rice and beans
Pan-seared mahi mahi in adobo with grilled pineapple salsa
Chef's surprise: a new creative dish inspired by local and/or seasonable ingredients
Lime-rubbed grilled chicken tacos with avocado-corn relish
Silky cream cheese flan, served with fresh berries
Traditional mexican three-milks cake (pastel de tres leches)
Grilled plantains in a honey buttery sauce with fresh berries, pecans, and homemade crema
Coffee flan with a subtle tequila whipped cream
Spicy mexican dark chocolate torte (flourless)
Mexican traditional corn ice cream, served with savory popcorn
Mexican chocolate mousse with burnt rum
Rich brown butter and walnut brownies, served with vanilla ice cream
Mango-serrano pepper-mezcal sorbet
Dulce de leche cheesecake with pecans
Sweet corn ice cream
Spicy dark chocolate pudding with chile and cinnamon
Cherry-jalapeño-basil upside-down cake, served warm
1 spoon with avocado tartare and shrimps + 1 spoon with salmon tartare
3 « mini canapés » (asparagus/cherry tomatoe - shrimp/cucumber - blue cheese/walnuts
Pistachio brie cheese
Crostinis with gorgonzola, pears, parmesan, aragula, balsamic reduction
Red tuna tartare with avocado and mango salsa (lime and cilantro)
Beef samoussas will oriental spices
Greek salad (mixed salad, tomatoes, feta, black olive, cucumber, herbes de provence)
Caesar salad with homemade croûtons, roasted chicken and homemade caesar dressing, fresh parmesan
Goat cheese salad (mixed salad, toasts with goat cheese, mini tarts with goat cheese, parmesan chips, walnuts, grapes, balsamic reduction)
Summer salad, aragula, roasted peach, cantaloup, cherries tomatoes. buffala
“tahiti” salad, ceviche, shrimps, mussels, pineapple
Fresh lobster raviolis and truffle oil
“charcuterie” : italian ham san danielle, duck rillettes, saucisson “rosette” fresh bread, butter, pickles
Salmon in gravlax and homemade blinis
3 lamb chops in pistachio crust or with thyme juice served with mashed potatoes and asparagus, tatin red onions
Beef bourguignon (red wine) served with mashed potatoes and mushrooms
Chicken in curry sauce (coco milk, yellow curry, tomatoes sauce, white wine) basmati rice, onion tatin,
Fresh halibut with virgin sauce, risotto, asparagus and confit vegetables
Beef ribeye, peppers sauce or garlic butter, mashed potatoes and vegetables
Black sea bass filet, garlic butter, risotto, confit vegetables, roasted asparagus
Beef filet mignon and demi glace sauce, mashed potatoes and asparagus
Strawberries cake (sponge cake and sirup, light vanilla cream, fresh strawberries)
Lemon tart meringue
Royal chocolat, almonds cake, crunchy praline, chocolate ganache mousse
“saint honore” (petits choux caramelized and vanilla cream)
3 chocolates cake, dark chocolate fondant, milk chocolate mousse, white chocolate mousse
Pavlova with fresh fruits
Apple tatin tart and vanilla 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 Leisure City.
What does a private chef service include in Leisure City?
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 Leisure City?
The price of renting a chef in Leisure City 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 115 USD to 130 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 115 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 117 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 135 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 130 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 Leisure City?
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 441 chefs available in Leisure City. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Leisure City 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 Leisure City?
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 Leisure City each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Leisure City, 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 Leisure City.
Cost of a private chef in Leisure City
The cost of hiring a private chef in Leisure City 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 115 USD to 130 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 115 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 117 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 135 USD
For 2 people: 130 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 Leisure City!
4 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 Leisure City?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Leisure City: 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 Leisure City!






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









