Private Dining · San Francisco

Private Dinner Catering in San Francisco

Intimate private dinner catering for birthdays, anniversaries, dinner parties, and special celebrations. A personal chef experience in your home or private venue, for 10 to 60 guests.

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Private chef experiences across San Francisco, Noe Valley, Pacific Heights, Marina & the Bay Area

Private Dining for Every Celebration

Your home becomes the restaurant. We bring the chef, the menu, and the full dining experience — you bring the people who matter most.

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Birthday Celebrations

Mark the milestone with a multi-course dinner crafted around the guest of honor's favorites. From intimate gatherings of 10 to lively parties of 60, every detail is personal.

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Anniversary Dinners

Celebrate your love story with an elegant plated dinner at home. Wine pairings, candlelit ambiance, and a menu designed to make the evening unforgettable.

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Dinner Parties

Skip the restaurant reservation and host at home. We handle everything from seasonal appetizers to dessert so you can actually enjoy the evening with your guests.

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Chef's Table Experiences

An interactive tasting menu prepared in your kitchen. Your chef narrates each course, shares techniques, and creates a one-of-a-kind culinary performance for 10-16 guests.

How It Works

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Consultation

Tell us about your occasion — the date, guest count, venue, dietary needs, and any flavors or cuisines you love. We respond with a personalized proposal within 24-48 hours.

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Menu Design

We craft a custom multi-course menu around your preferences and seasonal ingredients. Optional tasting available for dinners over $3,000. Every dietary need is seamlessly integrated.

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Your Intimate Evening

Your personal chef arrives early to prepare everything on-site. Guests enjoy a beautifully plated dinner with full table service. We handle every dish, every glass, every detail — including cleanup.

What's Included

Dedicated personal chef
Custom multi-course menu
All serviceware (plates, flatware, glassware)
Full setup and cleanup
Wine pairing recommendations
Dietary accommodation (vegan, GF, etc.)
Professional table service
On-site preparation in your kitchen

Linen upgrades, floral arrangements, and sommelier-led wine service available as add-ons.

Private Dinner Catering FAQ

Common questions from hosts planning private dining experiences in SF

How much does private dinner catering cost in San Francisco?

Private dinner catering in San Francisco typically ranges from $100 to $200 per person for private dining experiences. This includes your personal chef, a custom multi-course menu, all serviceware, setup, professional table service, and complete cleanup. Pricing varies based on menu complexity, number of courses, and guest count. A four-course plated dinner for 12 guests averages around $150 per person. Sales tax and a 10% service charge are added separately.

What is the minimum number of guests for private dinner catering?

Our minimum for private dinner catering is 10 guests. Most of our private dining clients host between 12 and 40 guests, though we accommodate intimate gatherings up to 60. For groups smaller than 10, reach out and we can explore options through a personal chef consultation.

What is a chef's table experience?

A chef's table experience brings the restaurant into your home. Your personal chef prepares a multi-course tasting menu in your kitchen while narrating each dish — the ingredients, techniques, and story behind every course. Guests watch the cooking up close and interact directly with the chef. It is our most immersive private dining format, ideal for groups of 10-16 who want an interactive culinary evening.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions for private dinners?

Every private dinner menu is built from scratch, so dietary needs are woven into the design from the start. We accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, kosher-style, halal, and complex multi-allergen requirements. For intimate gatherings, we customize individual plates so every guest enjoys an equally beautiful meal without feeling singled out.

How does private dinner catering work from start to finish?

It starts with a consultation where we learn about your occasion, preferences, and dietary needs. We design a custom menu and send a detailed proposal. Once confirmed, your personal chef arrives 2-3 hours before dinner to set up and begin preparation. Guests enjoy a fully plated multi-course meal with professional table service. After the last course, our team handles all cleanup — you will not touch a single dish.

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Crafted by Lena & Salsa
Every private dinner menu is personally designed by our founder Lena, with Salsa curled up nearby through every tasting and planning session. We started High Touch because we believe the best meals happen at home — where the table is set with intention, the conversation flows naturally, and the food tells a story. That is the experience we bring to every private dinner we create.

Ready to Host an Unforgettable Evening?

Tell us about your celebration and we'll design a custom dinner proposal within 24-48 hours. No obligation, no cookie-cutter menus — just a personal chef experience built around you.

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