We had such an amazing experience with Take Chef Home! From the very beginning, the owner Italo was quick to respond and made the whole process seamless. He sent me the teppanyaki menu and pricing. Reserving our date and time was easy, I just paid 50% upfront, and he was extremely flexible with the food options. On the day of the event, Italo and his helper arrived right on time and handled everything. They even offer three different color set-ups to choose from, which made the presentation feel really special. All I had to provide were the drinks and cups. The food itself was fantastic, and the teppanyaki show was so much fun! To top it all off, they finished with a crêpe station for dessert, which was the perfect final touch. I also learned that they do brunch, Italian dinners, and even pasta-making lessons... so many great options for future parties. I will definitely be booking them again. If you're looking for something unique, delicious, and stress-free for your next event, I highly recommend Take Chef Home! read more

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If you're looking for a smooth, seamless, and professional booking experience, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere. I was attempting to book a chef for a micro wedding and received a proposal from Chef Percia Sanchez through Take a Chef. At first, I was genuinely excited--she appeared flexible and open to menu adjustments, which felt promising. However, that was the only positive part of this experience. I followed up with questions just one day after her last message. At that point, pricing had not been updated, so I wasn't able to move forward with booking. Then... nothing. No response. I waited several days and still didn't hear back. After reaching out to customer support (who had to contact her directly), I was told two days later that she had already booked another client for my date. Not once did she communicate this to me. Even more frustrating--our message thread was deleted, so I couldn't even reference our previous conversation. No update, no courtesy message, no apology. Just silence and a disappearing act. Customer support suggested I look at other proposals, but after this experience, it's hard to trust the reliability or professionalism of this platform. Communication is the bare minimum, and unfortunately, that standard was not met here. read more

CANCELLED 4 HOURS BEFORE EVENT! They canceled the event that had been planned for my whole family about 4 hours before they were supposed to arrive! It was my 75th birthday and my family flew cross country to be with me. The event was planned many months ahead and it was incredibly disappointing to be called the same afternoon to say that his truck wasn't ready on time at the mechanic's. I asked if he could rent a truck and he said that there were no trucks available. Needless to say it was too late to make other plans and my special birthday dinner never happened. Other reviews of this company were excellent, but my experience was terrible. read more

We've hired him a few times and he never disappoints. Not only is his food amazing but he puts on a great show. Everyone always has a great time. The crepes at the end is such a sweet treat to end the amazing experience. Highly recommend. read more

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We booked them for a bachelorette party. Very amazing service! Food was great. Entertaining and super fun! Our chef, Italo, came on time and made everything according to our tastes. Very generous food portions as well! He was engaging and very funny. I have to say that I'm a sweets snob and the fresh crepes at the end were very yummy compared to a lot of places I've been to! Highly recommended! read more

We had a 60th birthday celebration with Italo's services and it was excellent. The food was amazing. Chicken, filet, scallops, shrimp, rice, veggies all hibachi style. The show was excellent and very entertaining. This is 100% worth it if you are looking for a private party with very good food and entertainment. Oh and the dessert crepes were very good as well read more

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We booked for the last night of a bachelor party and they did not disappoint! Killer food, and EXTREMELY entertaining. We spent most of the dinner cry-laughing. 100% would recommend. Great to work with. read more

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Highly recommend for 3 reasons!!! 1. Food was delicious (filet and lobster as mains) 2. The 2 guys running it were hilarious and SO MUCH FUN 3. Unique idea that's very convenient Thank you guys for bringing the energy and making our night!! Don Julio I hope your trip to Japan goes well! read more

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TCH was nothing short of amazing! The food was delicious and all of our guests had a great time. It was nice not having to worry about anything because TCH took care of everything. Easy to book, on time and organized and provided everything from tables, chairs, table settings and entertainment. We had 5 kids under 10 that were mesmerized the whole time! read more

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Chef Italo was amazing! He made my Dad's 70th birthday celebration a very memorable one. He was so entertaining and personable. It was amazing how he was able to entertain, cook, and feed 30 people all within 1-2 hours. He made it look so easy! That garlic butter sauce...wow. My mom really wanted to make it special so she chose the top package - lobster, filet mignon, and shrimp. He even got the lobsters fresh from Puerto Nuevo. Sooo good! Then to end the meal, he made us delicious crepes with strawberry, bananas, and Nutella for dessert! Italo made life less stressful for my mom since he brought everything, including chairs, tables, silverware, etc. They set everything up the day before and cleaned everything up as well. We barely had to do a thing. My Dad was so happy! Thank you for making everyone smile and laugh, especially during these COVID times. read more

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My husband wanted to throw me a birthday party this year. I happened to find this company. A Chef coming to my house to cook and entertain us appealed to me. First of all, I made the reservation for my party six months before my party. I talked to Italo. He gave me the menu and all the information. He said he will provide everything except the beverages. I selected the menu that would include a salad, side dishes, Fillet Mignon and lobster. My husband and neighbors were going to provide the wine and Tequila. A guest was allergic to shellfish. Italo said he would be able to accommodate that guest. So I am happy that he would do that. I always contacted Italo with lots of questions and he responded immediately. Great customer service!! On the day of my birthday, Italo and his brother came and set up everything in my backyard. He set up the tables and chairs and all the table settings. We were treated to a great cuisine and the best entertainment. My birthday was extraordinary and my guest could not stop complimenting me on how fun they had at my party. I am absolutely sure we will see Italo again for another gathering. Thank you Italo!! read more

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Wow!! This was so great, he was kind, understanding and on time! It was supposed to rain so he stayed in contact with me all day to ensure everything went as i wanted. The kids loved him food was amazing! He will be here again no question asked read more

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Super fantastic!!!!!! Chef was the best! Book him immediately you won't regret it. We booked him for my wife's 40th Birthday 3/6/2021 and it was epic. He is super funny and a wonderful chef. The hibachi was the best I've ever had. Scallops, shrimp, lobster, and steak all cooked to perfection. We had a party of 10 in our backyard and the price was cheaper than going to "you know where" and he comes to you! Set up was a breeze as he does it all. The crepes at the end were divine. He brings the whole shabang...tables chairs, silverware, plates, food, and dessert! Very professional and can't wait to have him for our next backyard party. Wish I could give him 10 stars....seriously book him now! read more

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Booked Take Chef Home for a company lunch event for 11 people. They arrived early to prep and set up. For an inclusive price they provided food, silverware, plates, table, chairs and even dessert all we had to do is provide drinks and ourselves. It made planning very simple and during the event I was able to relax and enjoy it with my team. The filet mignon & lobster were cooked perfectly. Kathy our server was very helpful and made our lunch very pleasant. Everyone loved the food and Ítalo brought and amazing ambiance and had everyone entertained for 2 hours straight. Perfect catering chef for holiday parties or private events. Thank you again! read more

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My family booked them for an event and everything was perfect. The food was amazing, the service was great, and the crepes were delicious. Of course the chef put on a show for us. The prices are actually reasonable when you compare them to any hibachi restaurant. I'm definitely booking them for any future neevent. Tip- when doing the onion volcano use "Gentlemen Jack" or any whiskey for a great flavor. read more

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The service was AMAZING! from setting up the date until the very end. Everyone enjoyed the food and entertainment. He was very punctual. He was very accommodating with food allergies and preferences. The staff was friendly and attentive. It is a definite MUST TRY! no regrets and totally worth it. The crepes were amazing! Everyone wanted seconds. Fruits were fresh! read more

We had a great party at home for 10 guests for my son's HS graduation. It was fabulous! We all had a great time. It is not inexpensive, but you must keep in mind that you are paying for a great experience in your own home and don't have to do a single thing! It is totally worth it! All my guests had a great time and were very happy. The food was absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh. The vegetables were exceptional as well as the meats, poultry and seafood. I highly recommend this as a great time and unique experience for your guests. read more

Can't express enough how satisfied I am with Take Chef Home!!! The customer service, the interaction between the chefs and the guests, the delicious fulfilling menu I'm just so so pleased and thankful. None of my guests saw the show coming or my sister who we were celebrating her 30th birthday. Thank you chef ones again and we will be seeing you very very soon. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED read more

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Fantastic time. The food was tasty and the chef was funny and very entertaining. Make sure you save room for the delicious crepes at the end as well. 10/10 would recommend. Cheers read more

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My daughter hired this Chef for my 65th birthday. We were all having fun while he was cooking the dishes for that event. He was entertaining and made my 65th birthday gathering in Escondido so fun as i see it in the eye of a 4 year old boy-my grandson ! We would definitely recommend this mobile Chef for all gatherings. read more

Chef was great. I just have him at my house on Friday 4/9/21 for my husband's birthday. He is punctual, organize, funny and friendly. All my guests (20) were satisfied . The food and service was excellent. Definitely I recommend him and happy to have him again in my house. Thank you Chef ‍ read more

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Chef Italo was amazing! Great food and great entertainment. He made our dad's birthday celebration fun and entertaining and was an over all really nice and funny guy! "He deserves 5 stars and a big "Hell yea!" read more

Awesome experience! He was great! The food was delicious! He made the party great! He came to us and was so entertaining!

This guys is the best!! He's catered two of our events and the crepes were just DELICIOUS!! Can't wait to book him for the next one. He provided the best customer service, always smiling so easygoing and overall friendly. Great work thank you for making our guests and us happy! read more

What can I say!!!! I am hooked and delighted to give this the highest review that Yelp would allow me. (More if I could) Where should I start??? I didn't have to set up, cook, drive or find parking, and Nooooo mess to clean up. That's a win all in itself!! Then to top it off we had a great expericnece , really good time, and fun entertainment. The dinner was delicious and full of flavor. The Chef was phenomenal and the Hostess met and exceeded excellent service. What a wonderful way to entertain friends and family for any event you can throw at your home. I will definitely use them again in the future. It was a nice cozy, personal, and intimate atmosphere. I love how the Chef fit in with our personality's. He really interacted with our group. You would really think you have known him for years. I would recommend using thier services for any occasions you want to celebrate or just because. Thank you again. If you have any fried rice leftover you know where you can bring it. Lol read more

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We had them for the Super bowl and man was it amazing. The food was so good and the conversation and entertainment was outstanding. I would recommend them to everyone, for any occasion it was definitely a great experience. Not only did we have him do dinner but he wow'd us with his crepes. Five stars all around. Thank you take chef home for a great experience and delicious food. read more

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I would definitely recommend trying this amazing service and great food. I ordered the chef for my friend's birthday party because I wanted to surprise him and also wanted to help him to avoid spending much time for preparations before and all the cleaning after the event. It was a wonderful experience: they brought their own grill, food, drinks, plates...I mean everything. We didn't worry at all, it was really convenient for us. We had fried rice, shrimps, scallops, veggies, mushrooms, chicken breast, filet mignon, and New York steak. There were a lot of different dishes, wine, and beer for 11 people. I have to say that it wasn't just a dinner, but also the chef entertained us by juggling and showing nice different tricks. It was fun! Thanks for the great evening, chef! read more

We had Take Home Chef out to my parents house for my fathers birthday. This was an awesome unique experience that will not be forgettable. Amazing experience, amazing service and amazing food. read more

We had Italo and his team come to our house for my husband's birthday party. It was the most stress free experience we ever had. Everything was taken care of beautifully and professionally. The food was wonderfully prepared and very entertaining. Everyone had more than they could eat. It was such a great experience that our guests were requesting Italo and his team to cater their next events. I look forward to doing this again. read more

The service was great and I really enjoyed the entertainment part of our dinner. The chef was amazing and fun, we could tell he enjoyed his job. Every single thing from filet mignon to scallops and shrimp was cooked perfectly and tasted excellent. I loved the veggies (mushroom and squash). The sauces were outstanding and ideally complemented the food. Overall, the must-try dining experience in San Diego! read more

We hired Take Chef Home for my dad's surprise 50th birthday and it was truly a success! They have the kindest hearts and will do absolutely anything they can to make you happy and satisfied. The food was AMAZING, the steak, shrimp, chicken, the noodles, the rice, the corn, the salad! We were so scared that there wasn't going to be enough food to feed 60 people but we ended up having extra! My entire family loved their food, and loved them. Already planning on using them again for my sisters communion party in May. Thank you guys for truly making my dads surprise 50th birthday a success!! They are very honest, kind, loving people who will do everything to make you happy. read more