Personal chef service · Mount Pleasant, SC · reviewed since 2020
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 22 home chefsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 62%
5.0★★★★★50 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Reviewers consistently praise the personal chef service for its punctuality, professional communication, and ability to accommodate diverse dietary restrictions and allergies. Customers describe the food as high-quality and well-presented, noting that the chef cleans the kitchen thoroughly after each event. The service is frequently recommended for private gatherings, corporate events, and special occasions, with clients highlighting the ease of planning and the chef's responsiveness from initial inquiry through meal delivery.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 50 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 50 Google reviews (43 with written comments, 10 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 4% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 22, 2026.
Service: Home Chef serving Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other home chefs
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
Chainey Briar Chef SolutionsHome Chefs median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Chainey Briar Chef Solutions: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Chainey Briar Chef Solutions: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Chainey Briar Chef Solutions: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Chainey Briar Chef Solutions: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Chainey Briar Chef Solutions: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 52.–
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Star ratings
50 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars50100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 43 written reviews
100%praise
Praise75100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend2635%
Staff & attitude2128%
Quality & results1013%
Speed & response1013%
Communication45%
Price & value23%
Honesty & trust23%
What customers talk about
We read 43 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“We told Chef Joe that night we would recommend him to anyone looking for a great food experience.”
“Chef Joe was incredibly professional from start to finish and left the kitchen spotless when he was done.”
“Great job and thanks Joe for making our evening perfect.”
“Chef Joe arrived on time at 5pm and had appetizers ready for 15 people by 6pm (get the hot crab dip with old bay crackers!”
“Joe was an amazing communicator from the first email to him showing up for our party super prepared.”
“Everything far exceeded our expectations, great value, and there was even enough food for leftovers for the entire family the next day.”
“He was personable, accommodating, professional, and reliable, and the meal was delicious.”
People customers mention
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praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
BrandonLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Five stars all the way for Chef Joe! We hired him for a private steakhouse dinner for 10 guys, and he absolutely knocked it out of the park.The food was phenomenal, but the service was just as impressive. Chef Joe was incredibly professional from start to finish and left the kitchen spotless when he was done. If you…
Caroline3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Chef Joe did the most amazing private dinner for my sister’s bachelorette party in Isle of Palms. The whole process of selecting the meal format and menu was seamless and the food was excellent!!
mark12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
We had Joe help us celebrate the upcoming marriage of my son and his beautiful wife. The food was amazing and plentiful. Joe was very professional from my initial contact through the end of our dinner. Everyone in our group of 11 loved the experience. I highly recommend Joe.
Sally2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
I'm extremely grateful for Chef Joe for taking our client event to the next level. He prepared excellent food, paying attention to dietary restrictions and giving our business partners a most superb taste of Charleston's famous cuisine. He took all the stress out of planning and replaced it with peace of mind. I…
Joe7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
My wife and I just celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our 13 kids and grandkids. We had never hired a private chef before so we did lots of research. We chose Chef Joe DiMaio with Chainey Briar Chef Solutions and we were not disappointed!! Chef Joe arrived on time at 5pm and had appetizers ready for 15…
Amanda6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
In August (2023) Chef Joe curated, prepared and served 7 meals in one week to serve our family of 11. The food was absolutely outstanding. He covered a range of cuisines and food and made every breakfast, lunch and dinner memorable. In the planning process, Chef Joe was thoughtful and creative about the menus and…
Five stars all the way for Chef Joe! We hired him for a private steakhouse dinner for 10 guys, and he absolutely knocked it out of the park.The food was phenomenal, but the service was just as impressive. Chef Joe was incredibly professional from start to finish and left the kitchen spotless when he was done. If you want a top-tier culinary experience without any of the hassle, I cannot recommend him enough.
Caroline Adkins3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Caroline has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Chef Joe did the most amazing private dinner for my sister’s bachelorette party in Isle of Palms. The whole process of selecting the meal format and menu was seamless and the food was excellent!!
mark Chadwick12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had Joe help us celebrate the upcoming marriage of my son and his beautiful wife. The food was amazing and plentiful. Joe was very professional from my initial contact through the end of our dinner. Everyone in our group of 11 loved the experience. I highly recommend Joe.
Sally Regan2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sally has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I'm extremely grateful for Chef Joe for taking our client event to the next level. He prepared excellent food, paying attention to dietary restrictions and giving our business partners a most superb taste of Charleston's famous cuisine. He took all the stress out of planning and replaced it with peace of mind. I encourage anyone planning a special event to work with Joe and am looking forward to my next opportunity to enjoy one of his absolutely stellar meals.
Joe Cline7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My wife and I just celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our 13 kids and grandkids. We had never hired a private chef before so we did lots of research. We chose Chef Joe DiMaio with Chainey Briar Chef Solutions and we were not disappointed!! Chef Joe arrived on time at 5pm and had appetizers ready for 15 people by 6pm (get the hot crab dip with old bay crackers!). Joe then served us a 3 course meal which was fantastic!! The kids and grandkids were really impressed with the cooking and plating of the food. And by the way, we were worried about the smaller kids not eating some of the foods - they loved everything! When he left, the kitchen was totally clean. We told Chef Joe that night we would recommend him to anyone looking for a great food experience. Great job and thanks Joe for making our evening perfect.
Amanda Moskowitz6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amanda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
In August (2023) Chef Joe curated, prepared and served 7 meals in one week to serve our family of 11. The food was absolutely outstanding. He covered a range of cuisines and food and made every breakfast, lunch and dinner memorable. In the planning process, Chef Joe was thoughtful and creative about the menus and was meticulous about considering each person's allergies and dietary preferences.
This was our second year working with Chef Joe. In addition to the quality of his meals and the ease of planning with him, I'd be remiss not to add that he is delightful to work with - kind and very pleasant to have around even in a family environment.
Chef Joe, thank you or another awesome experience!
Erin Donnelly5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I cannot recommend Joe enough! He was super responsive and thorough from the moment I inquired. He took time to understand our dinner and menu needs prior to. He accommodated to our gluten free and dairy free bride - the food was phenomenal and we are still thinking about our meal months later. Highly recommend!!!
Erica Davidson5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Erica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Chef Joe prepared the perfect meal for our group of girls! He was kind, professional, and talented. Still thinking about the fresh and tasty meal. Would recommend without hesitation for your next gathering!
Carli Rosenfield13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carli has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe provided one of the most amazing culinary experiences I’ve ever had. I am still thinking about the potatoes and the pasta he made months later. It was such a seamless experience from start to finish and he was so professional, accommodating and is so talented. Would highly recommend to anyone in Charleston.
Sandy Schmitz3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
