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Evoke Private Dining

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We create curated, memory-evoking dining experiences that transport you to a cherished time or place—right at your own table. As personal chefs and private cooking instructors, we focus on thoughtful menus, quality ingredients, and warm, welcoming service so you can relax and truly enjoy being present with your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, planning an intimate dinner, or looking to build confidence in your own kitchen, We will work with you to design a customized experience that reflects your tastes and stories. If you’re ready to turn your next meal into a meaningful memory, let’s start planning your menu.
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Serves Cleveland, OH

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1 employee

1 year in business

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Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

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Laura T.

Feb 26, 2026

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From Google

Chef Scott Popovic really puts the PERSON in creating private dining and catered events. For a mid-sized celebration in my home, he worked closely with me to plan a menu and experience that reflected my tastes, my ideas and the kind of informal atmosphere I wanted. He created a delicious selection dishes for a grazing table,(including gluten free options), arranged the food beautifully, and kept platters filled and looking good throughout the evening. And the kitchen was spotless when he left. He was easy to work with, quick to respond and attentive to detail. I highly recommend Evoke Private Dining and Chef Scott.
Evoke Private Dining's reply
Laura, thank you so much for the kind words. I’m glad we could shape a menu and relaxed at-home experience around your tastes, and that the grazing table (including the gluten-free options) was delicious, beautifully presented, and kept fresh throughout the night. I really appreciate your recommendation and loved being part of your celebration.
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William M.

Jul 15, 2025

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Having known Chef Scott for quite some time, and having enjoyed his culinary talents many many times over the years at his restaurants, I was quite excited for him and his new venture, EVOKE, and to have him create and execute a private dining experience at our home for my wifes birthday. Cooking in someone elses kitchen, not a space youre accustomed to, with our fourteen friends all seated in our dining room, seemed to me, to be quite a challenge. Well not for Chef, not at all. It was game on from the moment he walked in the door!!! He came up with the most amazing menu, catered to several of our guests food allergies and intolerances, and presented an extraordinary evening of culinary delights. He arrived at our home with his sous chef Shane, two servers, china, flatware, glasses, and all the equipment needed to impress us all and impress he did. From full bar service and passed Apps, to a five course sit down dinner with wine pairings, and his witty and charming interaction with all of us, well everyone was overwhelmed. The presentation was incredible. The execution and service was perfect. One after another, the courses were outstanding. Oh and I would be remiss if I didn't mention that late night, as he and his team were preparing to leave, he invited us back into our kitchen only to be met with a huge bowl of his signature popcorn and filet (ya gotta ask for this when he caters an event for you) and gourmet pizzas on the counter. Seems he enjoyed himself, as he left with a big smile on his face - only to be one upped by our guests, whose even bigger smiles filled the room. Thank you Chef for an unforgettable evening. Youre the best!!!
Evoke Private Dining's reply
Thank you Bill for the kind words and for always supporting me no matter what crazy venture I go on. My journey has brought me full circle and I could not be happier with the opportunity to cook for you and my fellow Clevelanders again I love being in the kitchen and having the opportunity to be a part of your evening. Thank you again and I can't wait to pull out some more tricks out of my sleeve next time :) Scott
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Barb D.

4 weeks ago

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George D.

4 weeks ago

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Chef Scott simply knock it out of the park!!! There were six of us for dinner and it is some of the best food I have ever eaten. My wife and Chef worked on the menu together to ensure a meal enjoyed by all. And we did nothing but enjoy. Plating, cooking, serving and clean up was all taken care of. It was worth every penny and then some. Count us in for booking another dinner in the future.
Evoke Private Dining's reply
George, thank you so much for having us—Chef Scott is glad he could deliver a meal that impressed your whole group. We loved collaborating on the menu with your wife and taking care of everything from plating and service to cleanup so you could just relax and enjoy. We truly appreciate the kind words and can’t wait to cook for you again.
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Mik Z.

Mar 16, 2026

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What a night! Chef Scott created such an amazing experience for my husbands 40th birthday. Communication was straight forward and timely, prices were fair, and professionalism was top notch. The food was outstanding. From prepping and sharing cooking knowledge with my children, to incredible plating and flavors, and even a quiet and perfect clean up, Chef Scott delivered an unforgettable night. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for an in home experience. We cant wait to use him again!
Evoke Private Dining's reply
Mik, thank you so much for celebrating your husband’s 40th with us—I'm thrilled we could make it such a memorable night. I’m glad the communication and pricing felt fair, and that you loved the food, plating, and the way I involved your kids while keeping everything professional (and leaving the kitchen spotless). We really appreciate the recommendation and can’t wait to cook for you again.
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