Lazio · province of Rome
Private chef in Rome
In Rome, dinner at home with a private chef is the easiest way to celebrate without leaving your neighbourhood: from the terraces of Prati to the houses on the Aventine, the chef arrives with the shopping done and leaves the kitchen spotless.
A private chef in Rome, in your home
With MyPrivateChef you book a private chef in Rome in a few minutes: tell us where and when, how many people, the cuisine you like and any dietary needs. Chefs available in the area send you their menu proposals with the price, and you compare and choose. The chef arrives with the shopping done, cooks in your kitchen, serves and leaves everything tidy.
The food of Rome, and more
Chefs offer carbonara and cacio e pepe made to order, Roman-style artichokes, abbacchio (milk-fed lamb), fish from the Lazio coast, as well as gourmet menus, pizza, BBQ, sushi and fusion: choose the style when you book and receive matching proposals.
Popular occasions
In Rome chefs mostly cook for family birthday dinners, aperitivo on the terrace, company dinners in an apartment and private parties in the country houses of the Castelli Romani.
Where we go
In the city:
In the province and nearby:
Coverage is checked for each request: if your area is not listed, send the request anyway and the team will get back to you.
Private chef services in Rome
Private dinner Book a private chef for dinner at your home or holiday rental in Italy: shopping, cooking, table service and cleaning up included. 
Private lunch A private chef for Sunday lunch, a birthday or a family gathering in Italy: shopping and cooking included, and you choose the menu from the proposals you receive. 
Private aperitivo An Italian aperitivo at home with a private chef: finger food, sharing boards, raw seafood and small plates prepared in front of your guests. 
Private event A chef for your private event in Italy: milestone birthdays, anniversaries, villa parties and company dinners. 
Cooking class An Italian cooking class in your home or holiday rental with a professional chef: fresh pasta, pizza, sushi or a full menu to learn and then enjoy together. 
Holiday chef A private chef for your holiday in Italy: breakfasts, lunches and dinners at your villa or holiday rental, with the shopping done. Private chef in Rome: frequently asked questions
How much does a private chef cost in Rome?
Indicative ranges per person start at €40-60 for groups of 5 or more and at €80-120 for up to 4 people; the final price is the one in the chef’s proposal, which covers shopping, cooking, service and cleaning up. Special dates cost more.
Which areas of Rome and its province do chefs cover?
The city (Prati, Parioli, Trastevere, Monteverde, EUR) and the province (Fiumicino, Frascati, Grottaferrata, Tivoli, Bracciano). Availability is checked for each request: enter the town and date to get started.
How far in advance should I book?
At least 6 days before. For special dates, events and large groups it is best to book 2-3 weeks ahead.
Are the ingredients included?
Yes, the chef does the shopping and the cost of ingredients is included in the proposal for lunches, dinners, aperitivo and events. For holidays, ingredients are agreed separately.
Do I need to speak Italian?
No: you can book in English, and you can mention in the additional information that you would like an English-speaking chef.
How are chefs selected?
Every chef signs up with a profile, CV and HACCP food safety certificate and proposes their own menus. You compare the proposals and choose; online payment only happens after you confirm.
Your chef in Rome in 5 minutes
Free request, proposals by email, you only pay for the one you choose.