Reviews for Private Chef Experiences in LA for Unforgettable Group Dinners & Cocktail Parties

We hired Chef Book LA to cook our Thanksgiving dinner and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The food was incredible, beautifully presented, and honestly better than any restaurant Thanksgiving meal we've ever had. The chef was professional, friendly, and made the entire experience completely stress-free. Every dish was cooked to perfection and our guests could not stop talking about how good everything was. It felt like a true luxury experience in our own home. If you're considering booking a private chef for any special occasion, don't hesitate, Chef Book LA is the way to go. We will definitely be using them again. Highly recommend!

Loved these guys. I had a very important film premiere which turned out amazing. I needed these guys to be super pro with great food. I was very well pleased. I will never use another catering company. The food was too good and so was the service.

Thank you so much to Chef Book LA and Marcello the chef for catering our school principal's retirement party. Marcello was so easy and pleasant to work with when I explained our theme was Hawaiian and he came up with a buffet style meal that was suited to our staff and our budget. The food was really delicious, slow cooked pulled pork for slider buns, cod, teriyaki chicken, vegetarian skewers, fried pineapple rice, potato salad. There was plenty of food to go round and it was delivered on time and Marcello made sure it was all set up nicely before he left. It was very tasty food and well prepared. I would not hesitate to recommend The Chef Book LA for any catering needs you may have for small private parties or larger events. Our party was for 90 people. The tasty food was very much enjoyed and appreciated.

If you're looking for a caterer for your event you have found them, not only will it be the best food you have at an event it will be some of the best food you'll have in LA. Marcelo catered our wedding and it was the best wedding food we had, we're not just saying that because it was our wedding. Seriously the custom made wood fire pizzas he prepared were better than some of the best pizza places in LA. We are both big time foodies and it was very important to us that the food at our wedding catering was sensational. Marcelo from Chef book la hit it out of the park to say the least. Not only did he put together our dream wedding menu but the presentation, customer service, were all equally exceptional. When I saw his spread for the first time I couldn't believe it was for our wedding. We kept showing the menu to our friends leading up because it looked like a menu for a five star restaurant. He was also super communicative leading up and a few weeks before the wedding was able to accommodate some last minute vegan guests with delicious options without hesitation. Do yourself a favor and hire him, can't wait to hire him and taste his food again.

You're not going to do any better, at any price. But I may be biased.

Chief Joshua is such an artist with food. The taste and presentation was so far above anything we could have hoped for. Can't wait to see what his team makes next time!

Working with The Chef Book has been a great and fun experience. From pool parties to cocktail parties we have used TCB multiple times and each time Marcelo made everything easy. Provided the brief, he made menu suggestions that perfectly suited the type of events and took care of every detail from beginning to end. Our guests loved the food and we got to sit back and enjoy our evenings with our guests.

Exceptional Culinary Experience with Chef Marcelo! I have had the absolute pleasure of using Chef Marcelo for private dining experiences for the last 4 years, and I can confidently say it has been some of the best culinary experiences of my life! From start to finish, Chef Marcelo exceeded all expectations and created an unforgettable evening. Every dish Chef Marcelo has prepared has been a masterpiece. The flavors were perfectly balanced, the presentation was stunning, and the ingredients were of the highest quality. Whether it was a savory starter, a mouth-watering main course, or a decadent dessert, each bite has been a delight. Chef Marcelo has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise throughout the entire process. From the initial planning to the final course each evening, he has been attentive, accommodating, and incredibly knowledgeable. It is clear that a lot of thought and care went into every detail of every meal. What truly set Chef Marcelo apart was the personalized service. He took the time to understand our preferences and dietary restrictions, crafting a custom menu that catered perfectly to our tastes. The results have been a truly unique and personalized dining experience time and again. Not only has the food been delicious, but it was also beautifully presented. Each dish looked like a work of art, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. Chef Marcelo has a true talent for creating visually stunning dishes that are just as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Chef Marcelo has time and again created an atmosphere that was both relaxed and luxurious, making the entire evening feel special and memorable. It has been a wonderful way to celebrate any occasion or just a family dinner at home. If you're looking for an exceptional culinary experience in the comfort of your own home, look no further than Chef Marcelo. The combination of exquisite food, professional service, and personalized attention is unbeatable. I highly recommend Chef Marcelo to anyone looking to elevate their dining experience to the next level. Full disclaimer: I still continue to use Chef Marcelo on a weekly basis, so if you decide to work with him, just know that I had him first and that I get first dibs on night selection!

We have used Chef Book LA for several events, and each of them have been a huge success. Marcelo will tailor a menu to your specific budget, and his food is amazing. We would recommend Chef Book LA to anyone who needs event catering or staffing.

Chef Marcelo Reyes created the most delicious "gluten free" and vegan dishes today for my dear friend's event. He and his staff worked non-stop from the minute they arrived for set up until it was over. This handsome & talented chef is half Chilean / half Italian. Available for all occasions. Check out his menu. There are regular dietary options as well as gluten free and vegan options. Today he served gluten free gazpacho, curry lentils, guacamole, vegan sliders, a wild rice salsa and a few other items. All muy bueno! For drinks they served a lovely sangria and fresh margaritas! You can follow him on insta @thechefbook.la *Entire staff were super nice, friendly and incredibly professional