Cancún · Tulum · Riviera Maya

Private Chef in Cancún and Tulum: Menus and Cost

From $120 USD · per personMulti-course dinner at your villa

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A private chef shops, cooks a multi-course dinner at your villa and cleans up after. It starts at $120 per person with a 2-guest minimum; drinks and gratuity are usually extra.

Menus run from Mexican and Yucatecan to seafood and tasting menus, and the chef cooks around vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy needs. Tell Viviana the date, the number of guests and what you like, and she sends menu ideas the same day.

Private chef in Cancún and Tulum: what we arrange

Custom menu

Dishes planned with you, from Mexican and seafood to international.

Shopping and prep

Ingredients sourced and prepared so you do not leave the villa.

Cooking at your villa

The chef cooks and serves in your kitchen, then leaves it tidy.

Dietary care

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy needs handled with care.

Service and setup

Table styling and attentive service for dinners and celebrations.

Add-ons

Cocktails, a tasting menu, a breakfast spread or a beach or yacht meal.

Not included: Gratuities, anything not listed on your quote.

Good to know

Price: From $120 USD · per person · Multi-course dinner at your villa
Where: Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and the Riviera Maya
Format: Single dinner, daily breakfasts or a full stay
Group size: Intimate dinners for two to large gatherings
Best for: Villa stays, anniversaries, celebrations, family trips
Booking ahead: A few days is ideal; ask about shorter notice

Indicative prices. Your quote confirms the final price for your dates.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private chef cost in Cancún or Tulum?

Prices start from $120 USD (per person). From $120 USD per person for a multi-course dinner at your villa, with a 2-guest minimum. The chef shops, cooks and cleans. Drinks and gratuity are usually extra.

Is the cost of groceries included?

This depends on the menu and arrangement, and it is made clear in your quote before you confirm. Viviana will explain what is covered so there are no surprises.

Can the chef cook for dietary restrictions and allergies?

Yes. Let Viviana know about vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or allergy needs in advance, and the menu is planned around them.

Does the chef clean up afterwards?

Typically the chef leaves the kitchen tidy after service. Viviana confirms the details of the service with you ahead of time.

How far ahead should we book a private chef?

A few days ahead is ideal, and earlier for holidays and larger events. Last-minute requests are worth asking about, and she will check what is possible.