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Hire a Private Hibachi Chef for Your Home or Vacation Rental
Bring the chef, grill, dinner, and live cooking experience to your group. Hibachi Five Star serves private homes, beach houses, and vacation rentals across 30A, Destin, Panama City Beach, and nearby Emerald Coast communities.
From $60/adult · $30/child · $500 minimum · $200 deposit · Full cleanup included
Why hosts choose this
Showmanship with restraint
Theatrical when you want energy; refined when you want a quieter luxury dinner.
Host-first logistics
Clear prep lists, on-time arrival windows, and full cleanup so you stay present with guests.
Quick answer
What does a private hibachi chef do?
A private hibachi chef cooks a complete hibachi meal at the venue you choose while your group watches the meal come together. The service combines dinner and entertainment in one reservation: the mobile grill and cooking setup come to you, guests select their proteins, and cleanup of the cooking area is included. It is designed for groups that want a shared experience without coordinating restaurant tables, transportation, or separate checks.
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The experience takes place at your home, vacation rental, or approved private venue. That keeps the group together and lets the evening follow your schedule instead of a restaurant seating window. It works especially well for beach trips, milestone dinners, wedding weekends, and hosts managing guests across several age groups.
This is a mobile service, not a restaurant reservation. Before booking, confirm that the property allows outdoor cooking and identify a flat outdoor area suitable for the grill. If the weather looks uncertain, plan a covered outdoor backup such as a patio, garage opening, or permitted tented area.
A clear package instead of an open-ended chef quote
Current booking options show a Platinum package at $60 per person and an All-Star package at $70 per person. A kids option is listed at $30 per person, while events carry a $500 minimum and are secured with a $200 deposit. Your final total depends on the selected package, guest count, upgrades, and any confirmed distance charge.
Each guest can choose from the available protein combinations when the reservation is organized. Premium upgrades can be selected through the official booking process. Hosts should submit the final headcount, protein choices, allergies, and dietary requests early enough for the booking team to confirm what can be accommodated.
Built around the host's venue and guest list
A strong setup starts with the address, guest count, meal time, and a simple description or photo of the outdoor area. The chef needs a level cooking surface and working clearance around the mobile grill. Guests also need seating, table space, and a safe viewing distance from the hot cooking zone.
Vacation-rental and HOA rules vary across the Emerald Coast. The person booking should confirm outdoor-cooking permission, parking or gate instructions, and weather-cover options with the host or property manager. Sharing those details before event day reduces last-minute setup changes and protects the planned start time.
How booking and setup work
Step 1
Confirm the date and address
Choose the event date, meal time, venue address, and estimated guest count so availability and any distance considerations can be reviewed.
Step 2
Choose the package
Select the package and collect protein choices, dietary notes, and any premium upgrades for the group.
Step 3
Prepare the venue
Confirm outdoor-cooking permission, a flat grill area, guest seating, access instructions, and a covered outdoor weather backup.
Step 4
Enjoy dinner and the show
The chef sets up, cooks in front of the group, serves the meal, and cleans the cooking area after service.
Private-chef booking checklist
Have these details ready before checking availability:
- Event date, preferred meal time, and complete venue address
- Estimated adult and child guest counts
- Package preference, protein choices, allergies, and dietary requests
- Confirmation that outdoor cooking is permitted at the property
- Flat outdoor grill area plus guest tables and seating
- Gate, parking, stairs, elevator, or property-manager access notes
- Covered outdoor backup plan for uncertain weather
What's included
- —Private chef on-site
- —Customizable protein selections
- —Premium sauces and sides
- —Interactive teppanyaki-style performance
- —Cleanup included
Ideal for
- Luxury travelers
- Intimate anniversaries
- VIP client dinners
- Estate celebrations
$60 / adult|$30 / child|$500 minimum|$200 deposit
Packages & pricing
Every meal includes salad, fried rice, and grilled vegetables.
Most popularPlatinum Stars
Classic private hibachi with live fire show and full cleanup.
$60 / person
- —Side salad with ginger dressing
- —Hibachi fried rice
- —Grilled vegetables
- —2 proteins per guest
- —Yum yum & ginger sauces
- —Live fire show
- —Full setup & cleanup
All-Star Feast
Elevated proteins and upgrades for celebration-worthy dinners.
$70 / person
- —Everything in Platinum
- —Premium protein options
- —Elevated plating experience
- —Ideal for weddings & VIP nights
Rising Star (Kids)
Kid-friendly portions for ages 5–12 — same show, right-sized plates.
$30 / person
- —Kid portions of rice & veggies
- —1–2 kid-friendly proteins
- —Same interactive experience
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Guest love
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“Absolutely incredible experience! The chef put on an amazing show and the food was restaurant quality. Best birthday party ever.”
Sarah M.
Panama City Beach · Birthday
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“We had Five Star Hibachi for our family reunion and it was the highlight of the trip. Professional, fun, and delicious.”
James R.
Destin · Family reunion
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“The fire show had everyone screaming with excitement! The kids loved it and the adults were just as entertained. Highly recommend.”
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Service FAQs
Can we request specific proteins?
Yes. Standard packages include two proteins per guest with upgrades like filet or lobster available when booked in advance.
Is this a restaurant or a mobile private-chef service?
It is a mobile private-hibachi service. The chef and cooking setup come to the home, vacation rental, or approved private venue selected by the customer.
What should the host prepare for a private hibachi chef?
Plan a flat outdoor area for the mobile grill, safe working clearance, guest tables and seating, property access details, and a covered outdoor backup if weather is uncertain. Confirm the property's outdoor-cooking rules before booking.
How much does a private hibachi chef cost?
Current packages are listed at $60 or $70 per person, with a $30 kids option, a $500 event minimum, and a $200 deposit. Upgrades and confirmed distance charges can change the final total.
Can guests choose different proteins?
Yes. Collect each guest's choices and dietary notes before the event so the booking team can confirm the menu and any upgrades.
Where can I book a private hibachi chef?
Use the Book buttons on this page to continue to the official 5 Stars Hibachi booking system and check availability for your date and address.
Can I hire a hibachi chef near me?
Yes, when the event address is in our Emerald Coast coverage — including 30A, Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Panama City Beach, and nearby communities. Submit the full address to confirm availability. Town-specific logistics live on the location pages; this page is the private-chef service.
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