What The Chef

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Providing creative culinary excellence for every occasion! We are a collection of culinary experts and enthusiasts that believe in the power of food to heal, unite, and celebrate! Our chefs are professionally trained with experience working for some of the nations largest caterers as well as Michelin star restaurants. As a boutique catering service, we pride ourselves on offering a fully customizable experience that empowers our clients to create a dining experience that reflects their uniqueness. Whether plated service or buffet, a grand wedding or an intimate dinner for 2, we can accommodate any request. Booking your event is with us is easy! 1. Work with your event specialist to choose your service level and budget for event 2. Receive a customized proposal & contract 3. Pay your deposit to secure your event date 4. Confirm final menu selections and make final payment. 5. Have an amazing event! A little more about us! In-Person Event Minimums Sunday-Thursday: $500 Friday & Saturday: $1000 Travel Fees Based on distance from our Catering Kitchen in Springfield, VA to the location of the event Please visit our website for more information, we can't wait to work with you! Food Safety Certified Insured (COI available) Food Allergens certified

Overview

Hired 77 times

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10 employees

12 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2022

Services offered

Event type

Wedding

Birthday or anniversary party

Dinner party

Corporate event

Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Talia W.

Jun 2, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

It's been years since I used this caterers and my husband and I still talk about how good the food was. Would definitely use again!

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Alcoholic drinks • Dessert • French • Vegan • American - formal • Small bites • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Paper napkins • Serving and warming equipment • Plates, utensils and glasses • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Shelli G.

Mar 25, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

We had an amazing time thanks to What The Chef! Since I hadn’t done this before, they worked with me every step of the way, even when I realized I initially chose the wrong day! They also allowed me to mix n match menu items for our food choices. Very communicative and awesome night. The food was awesome. I couldn’t finish my meal. Chef prepared each meal with class and cleaned up everything that I’d let him clean. Plating was phenomenal. Thank you...I will definitely use your services again!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Indian • French • American - formal • American - casual • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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James P.

Mar 13, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

Antonio and Taylor are absolute professionals. The food is great, the service is superior, and they both go out of the way to ensure everybody has a great time. I've hired this firm to cater several events and they have done an excellent job ensuring that all guests are taken care of. Specifically, I've tasked them with menu planning and with only vague input from me, they've prepared incredible meals and menus that I could have never thought up on my own. When it comes to cleaning up and getting out, they are awesome - your kitchen will be cleaner than it was when they arrived. They are a one stop shop - not enough rocks glasses? They have some on hand. Need a serving tray for your meat and cheese appetizer? They've got it. In and out with excellent food, incredible service, fresh, unique menu planning ideas, and always willing to go above and beyond for you.

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Nichelle E.

Mar 21, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

Amazing! Is the first word that comes to mind. From the first contact with Joe to book the service, through to conclusion, everything was exceptional. The level of attention to detail and professionalism was a breath of fresh air. Chef AG arrived, and immediately obliged me in my quest to continue making the night a surprise for my husband (and he was indeed surprised!). And the food? Everything was delicious, and prepared to our liking and beyond expectations! And in my opinion, Chef AG makes one of the best Peach Cobblers on this side of Heaven!!! He was gracious, personable, and served us as if we were in a 5 star restaurant in our home! At the end of the service, Chef AG put away the leftovers in our own dishes for us to enjoy the next day (which we did!), and he left everything just as he found it when he arrived. We have referred him to several of our friends, and will be using his service again! Thank you What The Chef for making our date night memorable and for presenting your business and service in such a professional manner during these unprecedented times! We wish you continued success!

Details: Date night • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Kristi S.

Oct 5, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Italian • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Antonio Gilkey

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our menus are customized within your budget using fresh, high-quality, in-season ingredients. Our bar for service is excellent and our goal is to go above and beyond. In-Person Event Minimums Sunday-Thursday: $500 Friday & Saturday: $1000
What types of customers have you worked with?
Any and everyone from inaugurations and professional athletic events to neighborhood gatherings and intimate dinners.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Know your budget and have an idea of what you want and don't want. Being able to clearly express your non-negotiables and understanding cost will make the process easy and delicious.

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