There are no shortage of great things to say about Chef Josh. We've used him twice now for…read moredifferent celebrations and he has knocked it out of the park each time. In fact, after his latest visit we all agreed we needed to start bringing him in quarterly. Chef's cooking style is best described as transformative. He takes ingredients you'd never dream of being the star of the dish and makes it the most delicious thing you've ever tasted. Our last dinner we reqested to be completely vegetarian and he did not disappoint. Even the non-vegetarian at the dinner was blown away and left being the perfect amount of full. My husband avoids certain veggies in our day to day (texture) and the way Chef Josh cooks - well we've never left a plate bare, I can tell you that much. And when Chef Josh isn't looking.. we may have licked our plates clean. Pickling, crisping, pureeing, caramelizing - everything he puts in front of you "WOWs". Besides the food he serves, which is well worth the money, Josh's service is unparalleled. He is prompt, friendly and wonderful to chat with. He brings everything in and does all clean up as if he was never even there. Whether it's a date night, an intimate gathering or a group to impress - I would recommend hiring Chef Josh 110%. If you're even considering a private chef, look no further because there truly is no better!

4.999 stars. Chef Josh made my 40th birthday party memorable and amazing for 22 people at my home…read more We asked a few questions to start and knew he was the right chef for us right away. He doesn't have a set menu, but sources the ingredients the morning of depending on what looks good and what's in season. We had three or four passed appetizers, a salad course, a grouper / risotto course, and a caramel bar for dessert. Everything was so delicious and all of the guests raved. I have no idea how he was able to cook all of that food for that many people in our home kitchen and make it so flavorful. To keep all of the food at a perfect temperature must have been extremely challenging. Chef Josh was such a cool person also, entertaining, always happy, and so respectful of our home. Thanks so much, Josh. We hope to have you help us out again at our next event.

THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!!! David has catered to my family and I multiple times and everyone is obsessed…read morewith his food and services. His food is scrumptious and so beautifully crafted. David is a true gem - we recommend to the highest degree for any occasion, small or grand!

David catered my company's open house event for about 300 people and did an outstanding job. It was…read morebuffet style with different food stations throughout our office. He served tri-tip sliders with cilantro and chipotle mayo, cheese enchiladas, chicken satay, ahi poke on a crisp wonton cracker, and a giant taco station with pork, chicken and beef. All of the food was fantastic and actually warm. That's the key, it was warm. *Highly recommend!

I was looking for a caterer for a small {50 guests}wedding. After talking to 9 different…read morecompanies, I chose Flavor Chef. during my first call I could tell the owner was all about making my wedding perfect and serving the food my guests would love. Well he did not disappoint, from the appetizers to the desserts, each course was a hit. I am still getting compliments about the food served. I guess the best part of my experience with Perfect Chef was how easy they were to work with, nothing was too hard or complicated. Their staff were efficient and polite and did it all with a smile. Did I mention their cost was less then the other catering companies. I guess my experience was like the other reviewers....EXCELLENT. I would use them again and definitely recommend them to family and friends.

trashy company! the people who work for them do a shitty job. not caring and food was trash!read more

If you are looking for excellent quality, authentic Italian food that is made with love…read more(sustainably & qualitatively sourced, prepped with careful attention to detail and flavor) I can think of no better chef in San Diego than Francesca. I've happily eaten at all her restaurants in San Diego but to be able to have her curate an at-home or in-venue experience is a delicious treat that I would recommend to anyone without hesitation. Plus, I always keep some of her yummy filled gnocchi in my freezer when I need a homey meal in a pinch.

We had a graduation party catered by Chef Francesca and the result was simply amazing. Chef…read moreFrancesca worked with us in the weeks prior to the event to customize the menu and adapt it to our venue. She listened to our requests and added her creative flair and culinary experience. The result was epic and left all guests very impressed and absolutely ecstatic. In addition to the quality of the ingredients, and the fantastic flavor, the presentation was pure art. Highly recommend chef Francesca for catered events.

If I could give Chef Yoann 10 stars I would. Chef is an amazing person and the epitome of…read moreprofessional and personable. Chef is someone I would recommend to the nth degree for any at home hosting or entertainment accompanying a professional French inspired cuisine. Chef Yoann is friendly and his food is Luxury meets the highest quality paired with care and deep knowledge -- the very best concoction imaginable. I will hire Chef Yoann again and give his highest praise to others.

We have had the pleasure of enjoying exquisite dinners prepared and presented by Personal Chef…read moreYoann Taboyan (chef@yoanntaboyan.com) twice for milestone occasions. Each time, Chef Yoann delighted us and all our guests with an exceptional meal that has become a favorite memory. Chef arrived hours before serving, with specialized equipment and fresh, high-quaiity ingredients. He carefully crafted each dish and we thoroughly enjoyed the complexity and fine taste of his top-notch French cooking. He paced the courses perfectly, explained each dish beautifully,, cleaned the kitchen when he was done --in short, he cared about every aspect of our experience. His policies and costs were fair and clearly stated upfront, with no hidden charges. Complimentary extras included custom menu cards at each place setting, fresh-from-the-oven homemade baguettes, and a referral, if requested, to a sommelier for wine pairings. It's extraordinary to celebrate like this in the comfort and privacy of your own home. We wholeheartedly recommend Chef Yoann and plan to have him at our house again.

Great Service, amazing presentation, and of course delicious food. The Brazilian Cuisine it tastes…read morelike back to my far memories with my family weekend lunch, Thank Duet Private Chef to bring those memories!

Flavorful and rich recipes. We ordered keto meals from Evelyn and she made sure to get creative and…read moremake recipes that weren't boring helping us stick to the program. So many meal companies can get boring and she always makes sure to customize for your preferences and keep it delicious.

We had the pleasure of working with Big City Chefs for one of our resident events, and they truly…read moredelivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their team hosted an evening delight featuring Swedish meatballs, an assortment of small bites, beautifully arranged charcuterie boards, wine, and a variety of appetizers -- all of which were a huge hit with our residents. The food was fresh, flavorful, and presented with great attention to detail. Even more impressive was their team's professionalism, hospitality, and seamless execution throughout the event. They were engaging, organized, and made the entire evening feel elevated and effortless on our end. Our residents had nothing but positive feedback, and the event created exactly the warm, social atmosphere we were hoping for. We highly recommend Big City Chefs for any community or private event and look forward to partnering with them again in the future.

HIred for a professional event. NOT THEIR FORTE!! The food was good BUT NOTHING like what was…read moreordered. Food for 100-125 was barely enough to feed 75 people - we were thankful there was less then anticipated. We were not dealt with honestly about several things. Buyer Beware.

If I could give 10 stars, I would! I searched for several weeks to find a chef to prepare a meal…read morefor my 30th birthday dinner party, and I am so glad that I found Chef Joe. Every other chef I spoke with would only do a 5-7 course menu, which is not what I was looking for. Chef Joe was happy to do 3 courses for us, and all of them were amazing. Coordination of the evening (menu, services, price, location, etc.) was seamless from start to finish, and he was very responsive and flexible any time I had a question or needed to make a change along the way. He left the kitchen of our Airbnb better than he found it, boxed up each person's leftovers if they had any and labeled the boxes for us by name, and even washed our plates and flatware when we were finished with dinner so that we would have them for the cake we planned to eat later in the evening. Not only was the food absolutely delicious, Chef Joe was also very personable and kind to our whole group. Reasonable prices, above and beyond service, and amazing food...I cannot recommend Couch Potatoes enough. Thank you, Chef Joe, for a wonderful meal and for making my 30th birthday better than I could have imagined!

We had the absolute best experience with Chef Joseph for my husband's 50th birthday celebration…read more From the very beginning, he was incredibly responsive and took the time to walk us through menu options, answering questions and offering thoughtful suggestions. Communication was clear and seamless throughout the planning process, the day of the event, and even after. The meal itself was outstanding our guests are still talking about it and raving about how fun and memorable the entire experience was. The beautiful charcuterie to start the evening and the tableside Caesar salad were the perfect way to kick things off and really set the tone for the night. One of the biggest highlights was being able to actually enjoy time with our guests. Chef Joseph handled everything, and even cleaned the kitchen afterward, which was such an unexpected and appreciated touch. I would choose having Chef Joseph host an event in our home over a restaurant experience any day. It felt personal, relaxed, and truly special. I will absolutely be using his services again for both personal celebrations and work events. Highly recommend!

Toast Catering was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! Our guests are still raving…read moreabout the food, and we received so many compliments throughout the night. The standout dishes were definitely the Peruvian chicken, tri-tip, and roasted vegetables. Everyone says great food is one of the keys to a successful wedding, and Toast absolutely delivered. The food was delicious, high-quality, and served seamlessly. Their team was professional, responsive, and wonderful to work with throughout the planning process and on the wedding day itself. We're so grateful to Toast Catering for helping make our wedding such a memorable experience. Highly recommend!

We used Toast Catering for our wedding in June of 2025 at The Lane in downtown San Diego for about…read more95 people. At the time of writing this review I believe the venue has been bought out and have an exclusive contract with a different catering company, but we still got to use Toast because we booked before that happened. We originally got quotes from a few different companies and went with toast because they were on the cheaper side while still having options we wanted! They were easy to communicate with and answered emails in a (mostly) timely manner. We personalized a lot of options: beer battered fish tacos, station style set up, carne asada made gluten free, vegan options at all stations, plated salad, water carafes on each table, etc... Some of these thing we did have to confirm multiple times and the beer battered tacos were still being confirmed going into the day but all of our choices ended up happening and were amazing! People are still raving to us about the beer battered fish. They were attentive with allergies and made it a point to have options for everyone. Wedding food is often hit or miss and being honest we were expecting mediocre food but honestly everything was amazing! Ending the night with tray passed churros was truly the best part. They did start cleaning up semi early and took water glasses away a bit earlier than necessary but we understand cleaning up takes time. Every staff member who worked our event was kind and attentive as well. Highly recommend Toast! Photos by Manos Photo and Film