Private chef in Nashville
A private chef in Nashville treats you to the best in local cuisine. Chat with one of our 158 chefs to create your menu and stay within your budget.





















Hire a personal chef in Nashville
Have a taste of Nashville's southern food alongside innovative dishes from around the world. Our personal chefs bring the talent and service of the best restaurants in the Music City directly to your table.
Over 25,716 guests have indulged in the private chef experience in Nashville since 2017. Booking a personal chef is a piece of cake with Take A Chef! Whether it's birthdays, dinner parties, or quality time with friends, we promise you a unique dining experience.
Discover a personal chef in Nashville, TN, who caters to your preferences and budget. Let them craft a personalized experience for you and your guests so you can focus on what really matters: being around the ones you love.












How it works
Share your request
Tell us about your ideal meal, event date, and budget. No commitments required.
Chat with chefs
Connect with private chefs until you find your perfect fit. Share your preferences and food allergies, and receive multiple proposals.
Create your menu
Personalize everything from the number of courses to the ingredients in every dish.
Book your chef
Complete your booking, make your payment, and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
Enjoy the experience!
Welcome your chef, and let them do the rest! Cherish great company while incredible meals are prepared in your kitchen.
158 Private chefs in Nashville
The ideal private chef in Nashville, TN, is just a few clicks away.












Over 25,700 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in Nashville
4.51 Chef
Guests in Nashville have given their private chef experience a 4.51.
4.71 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Nashville have received a strong 4.71.
4.74 Presentation
Not only delicious, but our chefs' dishes also look amazing, earning a score of 4.74 in Nashville.
4.83 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Nashville has been scored with a 4.83 on average.
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More than 7,664 menus crafted by our private chefs in Nashville
Rent a chef for your home in Nashville, and ask for sample menus to get inspiration.
You decide everything.








**butternut squash soup**: a creamy and smooth soup with roasted butternut squash, apple, and a hint of cinnamon
*matzo ball soup**: traditional chicken broth with fluffy matzo balls and fresh dill
Creamy tomato basil soup
French onion soup with a cheesy crouton
Miso soup • ingredients: miso paste, dashi stock, tofu, seaweed, green onions. • preparation: simmer dashi stock, add miso paste, and stir until dissolved. add cubed tofu, seaweed, and sliced green onions
Thai coconut curry soup • coconut milk base with red curry paste • shrimp, bell peppers, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots • garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Sopa de tortilla (tortilla soup)a rich, flavorful broth with shredded chicken, crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and a sprinkle of queso fresco
• harvest salad mixed greens, candied pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar salad with a tableside twist—fresh anchovy dressing and parmesan crisp
Caprese salad - slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze
Winter greens salad with arugula, kale, roasted butternut squash, candied pecans, dried cranberries, and goat cheese, dressed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge salad: crisp iceberg lettuce topped with blue cheese dressing, cherry tomatoes, bacon, and a sprinkle of chives
Sweet potato and pecan salad roasted sweet potato cubes, candied pecans, and goat cheese, served over a bed of baby arugula with a maple vinaigrette dressing—light, warm, and flavorful
Spinach and strawberry salad • ingredients: baby spinach, fresh strawberries, sliced almonds, red onions, crumbled goat cheese. • dressing: balsamic vinaigrette (balsamic vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper)
Smoked chicken and roasted beet salad thinly sliced smoked chicken breast, roasted beets, and mixed greens with a tangy mustard vinaigrette, garnished with crispy bacon and goat cheese crumbles
Pear and arugula salad • peppery arugula with sliced poached pears, gorgonzola crumbles, candied walnuts, and a honey-balsamic dressing. • optional protein add-on: grilled chicken or seared shrimp for a more substantial offering
**braised beef brisket**: slow-cooked brisket in a savory tomato and red wine sauce, served with garlic mashed potatoes
**herb-crusted salmon**: baked salmon fillet with a crust of fresh herbs, lemon zest, and garlic, served with roasted baby potatoes
• filet mignon with red wine reduction: tender filet mignon cooked to perfection, served with a rich red wine reduction sauce
Herb-roasted chicken: lemon, garlic, and thyme marinade, served family-style (gf, shellfish-free)
Grilled lemon herb salmon • salmon fillets marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs
Tennessee pork tenderloin with sweet potato mash ingredients: • pork tenderloin (locally sourced) • sweet potatoes • brown sugar • butter • local bourbon glaze
Ramen** (miso or soy-based broth, topped with sliced pork, soft-boiled eggs, and vegetables
Chicken marsala: pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich marsala wine sauce (with mushroom-free option)
Italian chicken cacciatore ingredients: chicken thighs or breasts, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, mushrooms, olives, capers, white wine, olive oil
Grilled octopus salad • grilled octopus with mixed greens • cherry tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives • dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs
Lasagna alla bolognese - layers of pasta with rich bolognese sauce, béchamel, and parmesan
Pasta al pomodoro: handmade spaghetti with a simple tomato-basil sauce (seafood/mushroom-free)
Penne all’arrabbiata - penne pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili flakes
Tagliatelle al pesto - tagliatelle pasta with a fresh basil pesto sauce
Truffle tagliatelle house-made egg pasta coated in a velvety black truffle butter sauce, topped with freshly shaved truffles and parmesan reggiano
Ribeye steak with cowboy butter and mashed potatoes
Filet mignon with rosemary roasted potatoes side of asparagus
Pan-seared halibut with lemon butter sauce : side dishes: garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed asparagus
Pan-seared halibut with mango salsa • halibut fillets pan-seared to perfection • topped with fresh mango salsa (mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice) • served with a side of coconut rice and sautéed green beans
Beef wellington: tender beef fillet wrapped in puff pastry with mushroom duxelles and truffle demi-glace
**chocolate mousse**: a rich, dairy-free chocolate mousse topped with fresh berries
**almond flour cake**: a moist and tender cake made with almond flour, drizzled with a citrus glaze
• tres leches cake • a moist sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with whipped cream and a
• strawberry cheesecake: a classic cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries and a strawberry glaze
Baked alaska: a retro showstopper with sponge cake, ice cream, and flambéed meringue
Chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream
Creme brûlée
Panna cotta - creamy dessert topped with a berry sauce or caramel
Vanilla bean crème brûlée silky custard with a caramelized sugar crust, served with fresh berries
French onion soup | everything bagel crouton | melted gruyere
Crab cake mini | dilly lime shallot vinaigrette | cherry tomatoes | seared shrimp
Pimento cheese arancini | spicy tomato sauce | pickled jalapeños
Whipped feta | pistachios | hot honey | crostinis | cucumbers
Chorizo and manchego stuffed mushrooms | brown butter herbed breadcrumbs
Charcuterie board | fruit | nuts | seasonal jam | crackers
Smashed potato and arugula | slivered almonds | fresh mozzarella cheese | maple dijon viniagrette
Roasted beet and shallot | feta cheese | toasted walnuts | honey balsamic
Classic caesar | cucumber | fresh herbs | shaved parmesan
Filet with herb butter | seared shrimp with caper cream sauce | lemon roasted broccolini | twice baked potato mash
Filet topped with bacon mushroom butter | 3 cheese cavatapi mac with potato chip crunch | balsamic garlic green beans
Flourless chocolate cake | cream cheese dessert cream | fresh seasonal berries
Vanilla bean pot de creme | lavender cookie
Maple bourbon banana pudding cake | icecream drizzle
Greek meatball | roasted red pepper sauce
Dip trio | greek goddess dip | lemon and roasted garlic hummus | whipped feta with balsamic tomatoes | pita chips | crudités
Classic greek salad
Marinated and grilled greek chicken breast | cucumber and tomato salad | fluffy coconut rice | dilly tzatziki sauce | grilled squash and peppers | smashed spiced potatoes | grilled pita
Slow braised greek shredded beef | cucumber and tomato salad | fluffy coconut rice | dilly tzatziki sauce | grilled squash and peppers | smashed spiced potatoes | grilled pita
Vanilla bean pot de crème | baklava
Orange and almond cake | caramel gelato | fresh basil
Dip trio | chorizo queso | salsa | guacamole | fresh corn tortilla chips
Braised beef taco bar with fixins
Braised chicken taco bar with fixins
Carnitas taco bar with fixins
Coconut spanish rice
Slow cooked frijoles
Churro cupcakes
Tres leches cake
Chicken karaage bites
Shrimp tempura
Avocado & cucumber maki rolls
Crispy rice with spicy tuna
Sashimi salad with yuzu dressing
Miso soup
Tuna tataki with ponzu sauce
Edamame with sea salt
Goma-ae spinach salad
Seaweed and cucumber sunomono salad
Chicken katsu with tonkatsu sauce
Beef sukiyaki hotpot
Miso-glazed black cod
Tofu steak with ginger soy glaze
Dorayaki with sweet red bean filling
Yuzu sorbet
Matcha cheesecake
Mochi ice cream assortment
Ham and cheese croissants | pepper honey
Breakfast enchiladas
Everything bagel sausage casserole
Bacon egg and cheese “mcmuffin”
Cinnamon roll casserole
Strawberry shortcake french toast
Blueberry lemon pancakes
Apple coffee cake | vanilla bean drizzle
Loaded breakfast tots
Fresh fruit | honey| lime | mint
Hummus trio (traditional, roasted red pepper, garlic)
Baba ganoush
Heirloom tomato salad
Lamb kebab platter (saffron rice, tzatziki, tabbouleh)
Grilled mediterranean sea bass (lemon potatoes, sautéed spinach, olive tapenade)
Baklava
Avocado and cucumber gazpacho
Zucchini noodles with pesto
Baby kale and quinoa salad
Grilled lemon herb chicken with roasted vegetables and quinoa
Seared tuna salad (arugula, cherry tomatoes, olives, citrus vinaigrette)
Greek yogurt with honey and berries (dairy-free)
Create your own menu
Your personal chef is the best person to assist you in crafting the ideal menu for your special event. Our chefs can help tailor it to your budget, dietary needs, and any preferences you have for your private dinner.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chefs in Nashville.
What's included in a private chef service in Nashville?
Your private chef experience in Nashville covers everything from menu design and grocery shopping to cooking in your kitchen, serving meals, and cleaning up afterward. Tableware and glassware are not provided, and tipping is at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Nashville, TN?
The chef cost varies based on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average rate is 103 USD per person. For 7 to 10 people, it's 93 USD per person; for 3 to 6 people, 120 USD per person. Couples pay 135 USD per person on average. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How to book a personal chef in Nashville, TN?
To book a private chef in Nashville, select your date and guest count and share food preferences, intolerances, and kitchen details. You'll receive three customized menus and chef profiles, along with their dish photos. Chat with the chefs for adjustments or questions. Choose your chef and menu, finalize booking online, and receive their contact details.
How can I find a personal chef in Nashville?
With 158 chefs available, simply fill out a form to receive menu proposals from the top 3 chefs available for your date. You'll just have to review their profiles and select your favorite. If none meets your expectations, we'll send you more chefs until you're happy with your choice.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service in Nashville?
No, there's no maximum number. However, keep in mind that personal chef services are usually for smaller gatherings with friends or family, often in the guests' homes. While there's no hard and fast rule, groups usually don't go beyond 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, a private chef always prepares the full-course meal at the guest's house. Nevertheless, depending on the complexity of the menu or the equipment required, your chef may choose to do some preparation work in advance to ensure a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for you and your guests.
Can I cook along with the private chef?
Of course! Many clients enjoy participating in the cooking process and learning new culinary techniques from their private chefs. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, your chef will be more than happy to welcome you into the culinary experience and prepare you a moment "chef to chef" in Nashville.
Are the ingredients for a private chef service fresh?
Yes, one of the hallmarks of a private chef service is the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. Your chef will take great care in selecting the freshest produce, meats, and seafood available to create delicious and memorable dishes for your event.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
While drinks are not included in the private chef service, your chef can certainly help you arrange beverage options to complement your meal. Talk with your private chef and fit the cost as an "extra" on the menu proposals they create for your occasion.
How much should I tip a private chef in Nashville?
Tipping is a personal decision and is entirely up to you. If you've received exceptional service from your private chef and would like to show your appreciation, we're happy to tell you that, based on 25,716 guests in Nashville, TN, tips are 14.72% of the total bill, on average.
Key information about private chefs in Nashville
Find out more about our personal chefs in Nashville and what they do.
Our private chefs in Nashville, TN, have an average age of 45, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
61% of our chefs in Nashville are women.
It takes only 5 hours from your request to getting the first menu.
We started our private chef service in Nashville in 2017-03-17.
19% of our personal chef services in Nashville include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in Nashville 17 times.
45% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Nashville in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 56.7% of our guests hire a private chef in Nashville more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 5 days in Nashville.
We’ve uploaded over 1,575 pictures of our Nashville personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked in Nashville each month?
Private chef reservations may vary seasonally depending on the destination. To view monthly fluctuations of personal chefs in Nashville, Tennessee, check this table:
Hiring a private chef in Nashville is a great idea any time of year, but prices can go up with demand. To ensure you get your chef for hire in Nashville, we suggest booking early. Rent a chef for your home in Nashville, TN, now!
How much does a personal chef cost in Nashville, TN?
The cost of hiring a personal chef in Nashville depends on the number of guests. Prices range from 103 USD to 135 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 103 USD. For 7 to 12 people: 93 USD. For 3 to 6 people: 120 USD. For 2 people: 135 USD.
Ready to book? Try a unique experience in your home with a chef from Nashville, TN.
Remember, prices can change with the seasons and different locations. The chart below shows typical monthly prices for our private chefs in Nashville.
How many personal chefs sign up in Nashville each month?
We've been working with private chefs in Nashville for many years, gaining the trust of many local chefs who continue to join us each month. Besides, as our guests highly recommend their experience, we're always growing.
To bring the best experience to your home in Nashville, TN, we add 1 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews and classifies their profiles daily so you can always find new and exciting chefs.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Nashville?
Nashville's six main cuisines are:
- Mediterranean
- Italian
- French
- Japanese
-Mexican
- Latin American.
However, the most requested cuisine in Nashville is Surprise. Our chefs design exciting menus based on your preferences.
Our private chefs create personalized menus for each request, considering dietary restrictions and offering fusion options. Submit your request to explore the thrilling culinary possibilities crafted by our personal chefs.

Bring a private chef to your home in Nashville
Enjoy Southern comfort food, hot chicken, and innovative global flavors brought to you by talented chefs. Are you looking for a Nashville private chef for a bachelorette party, anniversary, or friends' gathering? Count on us!
Take a Chef provides a unique dining experience for any occasion, whether they're holiday parties, company parties, birthday celebrations, or family gatherings. Need a vegan chef or someone who specializes in healthy options? We’ve got you covered!
On the day of your event, your selected chef will shop for the freshest ingredients, cook, and serve the meal at your Nashville home. Plus, they’ll leave your kitchen spotless!

Nashville's best private chefs in your kitchen
Every one of our private chefs has been trained in leading culinary schools and has years of experience in Nashville's finest restaurants, hotels, and resorts. Explore our more than 158 personal chefs available in Nashville; we are confident that we can connect you with the perfect chef for you.
Nashville, Tennessee, home to the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, also boasts a dynamic culinary scene. From hot chicken to gourmet barbecue, our chefs bring the best of Nashville's flavors to your table.
Bring a Nashville private chef to your home and upgrade your celebrations. Do you need a private chef in Nashville for a bachelorette party? Or maybe your own wedding? You got it!

Your house, the city's best restaurant
Nashville boasts a proud mixture of local and international cuisines that is celebrated every year. But why wait to have a taste of Nashville? Create a unique and intimate dining experience with Take a Chef. More than just a private chef agency, we specialize in sharing our passion for food and giving our guests the freedom to connect with their loved ones.






Hear from our personal chefs in Nashville
Find what each of our private chefs brings to the table and what sets them apart. Enjoy a unique experience at home with a chef in Nashville! Let a private chef in Nashville, Tennessee, approach your event and ideal meal with their particular expertise and personalize every detail you want.
If you need a Nashville personal chef for a dinner party or a private chef for a night in Nashville, trust Take a Chef to provide you with the best options you could ask for.









