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Book a private chef in London for an exceptional dinner at home. Anniversary dinners, proposal evenings, corporate entertaining, birthday celebrations. Verified chefs across all London boroughs.
London
London's private chef market is built on occasion. Mayfair townhouse dinner parties for twelve, Notting Hill anniversary evenings for two, corporate entertaining in Chelsea that needs to close a deal — the clients who book private chefs here have specific occasions in mind and high standards against which to measure them. UpChef chefs in London have trained in some of the city's most respected kitchens. They bring that precision and care to your home, leaving the evening exactly as you imagined it: unhurried, impeccable, and entirely yours.
Perfect for
Whether an intimate dinner or a grand celebration — the right chef is ready.
Pricing
Every UpChef chef sets their own prices, so you book at the chef's real rate — there is no platform markup on their work. These are the typical ranges Londoners pay per person.
| Experience | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner party — 3 courses | £45–£75 pp | Menu planning, shopping, cooking in your kitchen, plated service, full cleanup |
| Premium dining — 4–5 courses | £80–£130 pp | Seasonal menu built around you, wine-pairing advice, restaurant-level plating |
| Luxury tasting menu — 6+ courses | £140–£250+ pp | Fine-dining experience at home, often by chefs with Michelin-starred kitchen backgrounds |
| Canapés & standing events | £35–£60 pp | Passed canapés or grazing stations for parties of 15–100+ |
| Weekly meal prep | £200–£350 / visit | A week of fridge-ready meals for a household, cooked in one visit |
Ingredients are usually included in the quoted price — your chef confirms this before you book. Most chefs have a minimum spend for groups under 6. UpChef adds a 7% service fee at checkout; the chef keeps 100% of their price.
Coverage
UpChef chefs cook everywhere in Greater London — these are the areas where they're booked most.
Tasting menus and client dinners in London's most exclusive postcodes
Dinner parties, family celebrations and weekly chef visits
Intimate dinners and birthday gatherings in west London's prettiest streets
Family Sunday lunches and garden parties on the hill
Relaxed supper clubs and date-night dinners
Creative menus and group dinners for east London hosts
House-share celebrations and young-family meal prep
Riverside entertaining and special-occasion dining
Garden entertaining and family events in SW19
Corporate dinners and apartment entertaining in the towers
How UpChef works
No phone calls, no emails, no waiting days for a reply. Everything happens inside the app — live chat, instant notifications, and real offers from verified chefs near you. Pick whichever way suits you.
Share the details that matter — date, number of guests, cuisine, budget, location, and any dietary needs. It takes about a minute, and there's no obligation to book.
The moment you post, verified chefs around you receive a live notification on their phone. They respond fast — often within minutes — sending you personalised menus and quotes to compare.
Review the offers side by side, chat with the chefs you like to fine-tune the menu, then book the one that's right for you — securely, in a couple of taps.
Browse verified chefs near you by cuisine, occasion, and guest count. See full menus with prices, real reviews from past events, and each chef's signature dishes.
Message the chef directly in the app — no emails, no phone tag. Ask questions, tailor the courses, and get instant replies. The chef can send you a custom offer right in the chat.
Choose a set menu and book in a couple of taps, or accept the chef's custom offer. Your payment is held securely until after the event, so you're always protected.
It all happens inside the app — live chat, instant notifications, and secure payment. Book your private chef in less time than a restaurant reservation takes.
Why a private chef
Picture an evening with no crowded reservation, no drive across town, and no surprise bill at the end. You sit at your own table, in your own home, while a professional chef prepares a meal built around your taste and your occasion.
Book a private chef for an intimate dinner for two, a feast for forty, or a week of healthy meal prep. You choose the menu, the budget, and the mood — we bring the talent to your door.
And because your chef cooks, serves, and cleans up, the only thing you're left with is a memory your guests won't stop talking about.
Restaurant-quality food at home
Menus tailored to your event
Transparent prices, no surprises
The host finally gets to relax
Built on trust
Welcoming someone into your home takes trust. That's why UpChef is built around verification, protection, and transparency at every step — from the first message to the last plate.
Every chef is reviewed before they can take a single booking, and every rating you read comes from a real, completed event — never anonymous, never invented.
Pay securely in the app and your payment is held safely until after your event. If something isn't right, you're covered — the chef is only paid once everything goes to plan.
Plans change. If a chef cancels, we help you find another or refund you in full. If you cancel, you get a complete refund up to seven days before your event.
UpChef was built by people who have worked the kitchen. We take 0% commission from chefs, so the person who cooked your food is paid fairly — and that care lands straight on your plate.
Questions before, during, or after your event? A real support team is one message away in the app, ready to make sure your evening goes exactly the way you imagined it.
From Riyadh to London to São Paulo, UpChef works in your country, your currency, and your language — with chefs who understand both local tradition and global cuisine.
Real experiences
Booked a chef for my partner's birthday instead of fighting for a restaurant table. Eight of us around our own table, a proper tasting menu, and not a single coat-check queue. We're never going back to restaurants for these.
Hosted clients at the flat rather than booking somewhere loud. The chef was discreet and the food was better than the steakhouse we'd normally use. Closed the deal before dessert.
My flat is tiny and I still managed to host a six-person dinner party because the chef worked magic in barely any space. Guests assumed it was catered by somewhere fancy. It was just one very good chef.
FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email us at support@upchef.app
For a classic three-course dinner party, most Londoners pay £45–£75 per person, including shopping, cooking, service and cleanup. Multi-course tasting menus run £140–£250+ per person, and weekly meal prep starts around £200 per visit. Every chef on UpChef sets their own price, so you can compare real quotes before booking.
Usually, yes — most London chefs quote an all-in per-person price covering ingredients, cooking and cleanup. Some luxury chefs bill premium ingredients (aged beef, shellfish, truffle) separately. Your chef confirms exactly what's included before you pay.
A standard working kitchen is enough: hob, oven, sink and some counter space. Your chef brings their own knives and any specialist equipment. If you're hosting somewhere unusual — a rented venue, a boat, an office — mention it when booking and the chef will plan around it.
One to two weeks is comfortable for most dates. For Friday and Saturday nights in summer, and especially for Christmas and New Year's Eve, book three to six weeks ahead — the best chefs' calendars fill early.
Cancel seven or more days before your event and you receive a 100% refund, including all fees. Within seven days of the event, bookings are non-refundable. If your chef ever has to cancel, we find you a replacement — or refund you in full.
Every UK chef completes Stripe identity verification before their profile goes live, and profiles with menus, photos and reviews are checked by our team. You can read verified reviews from real bookings on every chef's profile.
Prices in London depend on the chef, menu, and guest count — most private dinners are quoted per person and you see the full price before confirming. Larger events are priced on request.
Download the UpChef app, choose London, browse verified chefs by cuisine and occasion, and confirm in minutes. Your chef arrives fully equipped.
Yes — every chef in London is vetted before taking bookings, and all reviews come from real, completed events.
Private dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, weddings, family gatherings, and weekly meal prep across London.
Yes. Your chef comes to your home or venue in London, cooks fresh on site, serves, and leaves the kitchen clean.
Of course — choose from a chef's menus or message them directly to tailor courses, dietary needs, and guest count before booking in London.
A few days' notice is ideal so your chef can shop fresh, but many chefs in London accept last-minute bookings too.
Yes. You pay through the app and your money is held securely until after your event in London — you're always protected.
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potato’s rosti, Avacado mousse, picked chilli’s, whipped feta & seared pork belly.
braised lamb neck, coriander yogurt, coffee & chilli harissa & curried lime leafs
slamon gravalax, whipped smoked cod’s roe & pickled garden veg
miso braised pork belly, cider & rum braised cabbage, garlic potato fondant & cavalo Nero
miso braised pork belly, cider & rum braised cabbage, garlic potato fondant & cavalo Nero
picked white crab meat, brown crab aioli, sea herbs, compressed apple & sourdough crostini
picked white crab meat, brown crab aioli, sea herbs, compressed apple & sourdough crostini
butter poached lobster, confit celeriac, bernaise sauce & bisque hot sauce.
butter poached lobster, confit celeriac, bernaise sauce & bisque hot sauce.
pulled pork shoulder in teriyaki, served with pickled veg & steamed boa buns
pulled pork shoulder in teriyaki, served with pickled veg & steamed boa buns
tuna tartare served with compressed fruit I.e grapefruit melon & orange
tuna tartare served with compressed fruit I.e grapefruit melon & orange
seafood paella
seafood paella
lobster arroz caldoso
lobster arroz caldoso
