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Book a private chef in New York for the occasions that count. Proposal dinners, milestone birthdays, anniversary evenings, corporate entertaining. Verified chefs across Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond.
New York
New York demands precision and presence in equal measure, and its private chef market is no different. A tasting menu in a Tribeca loft for a milestone birthday, a proposal dinner on the Upper West Side, a corporate evening in a Midtown townhouse that needs to feel effortless and exclusive — these are the bookings that define this market. UpChef chefs in New York have trained under some of the city's most rigorous kitchens. They bring that discipline into your home without the formality of a restaurant: a private table, a dedicated chef, and an evening shaped entirely around you.
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 — no platform markup on their work. These are the typical ranges New Yorkers pay per person.
| Experience | Typical price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner party — 3 courses | $75–$125 pp | Menu planning, shopping, cooking in your kitchen, plated service, full cleanup |
| Premium dining — 4–5 courses | $130–$200 pp | Seasonal menu built around you, wine-pairing advice, restaurant-level plating |
| Luxury tasting menu — 6+ courses | $200–$350+ pp | Fine-dining experience at home, often by chefs from top NYC kitchens |
| Cocktail & canapé events | $50–$90 pp | Passed hors d'oeuvres or grazing stations for parties of 15–100+ |
| Weekly meal prep | $300–$500 / 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 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 across all five boroughs — these are the areas where they're booked most.
Dinner parties and family celebrations in classic Manhattan style
Family dinners and meal prep for busy households
Loft entertaining and tasting menus downtown
Intimate date-night dinners in brownstone kitchens
Apartment dinner parties and gallery-night gatherings
Creative menus and rooftop dinners across the bridge
Family gatherings and weekly chef visits in brownstone Brooklyn
Skyline-view entertaining by the waterfront
Group dinners and celebrations in Queens
Soul-food feasts and family celebrations uptown
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
Booking a private chef felt like a luxury until I actually did it. The whole thing was simpler than a restaurant reservation, and the evening was unforgettable.
Restaurant-quality food at my own table, with none of the hosting stress. I'll never go back to cooking for big groups myself.
From the first message to the last plate, everything was handled. My guests thought I'd hired a caterer twice the price.
FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email us at support@upchef.app
For a classic three-course dinner party, most New Yorkers pay $75–$125 per person, including shopping, cooking, service and cleanup. Multi-course tasting menus run $200–$350+ per person, and weekly meal prep starts around $300 per visit. Every chef on UpChef sets their own price, so you can compare real quotes before booking.
Usually, yes — most NYC chefs quote an all-in per-person price covering ingredients, cooking and cleanup. Some luxury chefs bill premium ingredients (wagyu, shellfish, truffle) separately. Your chef confirms exactly what's included before you pay.
Yes — NYC chefs are specialists at working in compact kitchens. A two-burner stove, an oven and a sink are enough for most menus. Your chef plans the menu around your space and brings their own knives and equipment.
One to two weeks works for most dates. For weekend dinners in December, Thanksgiving week and New Year's Eve, book a month or more ahead — in-demand chefs fill those dates first.
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 US 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 New York 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 New York, browse verified chefs by cuisine and occasion, and confirm in minutes. Your chef arrives fully equipped.
Yes — every chef in New York 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 New York.
Yes. Your chef comes to your home or venue in New York, 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 New York.
A few days' notice is ideal so your chef can shop fresh, but many chefs in New York accept last-minute bookings too.
Yes. You pay through the app and your money is held securely until after your event in New York — you're always protected.
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