Bill Warren2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe meal selected and served was exceptionally good. The chef is amazing.
Vacation Chefs
How 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 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%99+30.5Experts Score= 100Not enough data for value, 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.100SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 22 home chefsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · 23 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
31%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
Vacation Chefs at a glance
Google reviewers rate Vacation Chefs five stars based on eighty-three reviews, noting the owner responds to thirty-one percent of comments. Clients describe the service as punctual, organized, and communicative, with chefs handling large groups and dietary restrictions while maintaining professional demeanor. Recurring themes highlight high-quality food, impressive presentation, and thorough kitchen cleanup. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consist entirely of positive feedback regarding the culinary experience and staff efficiency.
- Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 83 reviews (100% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 83 Google reviews (80 with written comments, 12 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 31% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 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)Each 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: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: reliability.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Vacation Chefs: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Vacation Chefs: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueValue · 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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MomentumMomentum · 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.Vacation Chefs: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies 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
83 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars83100%
- 4 stars00%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 80 written reviews
- Praise10397%
- Complaints33%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Would recommend3533%
- Quality & results2927%
- Staff & attitude2927%
- Speed & response66%
- Communication44%
- Price & value33%
What customers talk about
We read 80 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I would highly recommend him and only wish he were local to me!”
“Can't recommend them enough!”
“…n of-- staying in your vacation home, an incredible meal, the highest quality service, seeing how the food is made, clean-up, and family time makes it…”
“The meal was fantastic and Patrick was on time, professional and totally took charge of the evening while still engaging with all of us.”
“From start to finish, Patrick was wonderful to work with, responsive, accommodating, warm, and incredibly professional.”
“They were so easy to work with, and the food was outstanding.”
“The food was wonderful, the service professional and the value very reasonable.”
People customers mention
- Patrick 50 reviews
- Kiawah 20 reviews
- Susan 12 reviews
- Island 11 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Brad7 reviewsTotal 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 week ago★★★★★
Patrick and Vacation Chefs were one of the anticipated highlights of a family getaway to Seabrook Island. We had already received a recommendation from a friend. The combination of-- staying in your vacation home, an incredible meal, the highest quality service, seeing how the food is made, clean-up, and family time…
Janet3 reviewsTotal 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 week ago★★★★★
We had Patrick from Vacation Chefs prepare a dinner for 6 adults and 2 toddlers. The meal was fantastic and Patrick was on time, professional and totally took charge of the evening while still engaging with all of us. The two screaming toddlers did not bother him at all! Haha! I would highly recommend Patrick!
Tommy2 reviewsTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Patrick was well organized and efficient. The food was outstanding and served hot and in a timely manner. Apps were excellent and the key lime pie the best I've ever had ! We had a party of 8 and the next day all were still raving about the food and perfect service ! Highly recommend Patrick !
Hilda9 reviewsTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
We had a family gathering to welcomed our guests to Kiawah, the day before my son’s wedding! The food was delicious! Patrick was very accommodating and knowledgeable- 5⭐️
Nick3 reviewsTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Patrick did an amazing job for us at our family gathering prior to our son’s wedding celebration weekend . He was accommodating to our requests. The food was delicious and plentiful .
DonnaLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
We had a wonderful experience by the fabulous chef Patrick at Kiawah Island 9/24/26. The food was absolutely amazing - and being from NJ we are hard to please but everything was outstanding. Highly Recommend ✅
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Customer reviews
5.0 ★★★★★ 83 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Brad Lucas7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GooglePatrick and Vacation Chefs were one of the anticipated highlights of a family getaway to Seabrook Island. We had already received a recommendation from a friend. The combination of-- staying in your vacation home, an incredible meal, the highest quality service, seeing how the food is made, clean-up, and family time makes it a no-brainer. Thank you Patrick!
Janet Mcclain3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Janet has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had Patrick from Vacation Chefs prepare a dinner for 6 adults and 2 toddlers. The meal was fantastic and Patrick was on time, professional and totally took charge of the evening while still engaging with all of us. The two screaming toddlers did not bother him at all! Haha! I would highly recommend Patrick!
Tommy Wilson2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tommy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GooglePatrick was well organized and efficient. The food was outstanding and served hot and in a timely manner. Apps were excellent and the key lime pie the best I've ever had ! We had a party of 8 and the next day all were still raving about the food and perfect service ! Highly recommend Patrick !
Hilda9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hilda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had a family gathering to welcomed our guests to Kiawah, the day before my son’s wedding! The food was delicious! Patrick was very accommodating and knowledgeable- 5⭐️
Nick Rella3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GooglePatrick did an amazing job for us at our family gathering prior to our son’s wedding celebration weekend . He was accommodating to our requests. The food was delicious and plentiful .
Donna TravisanoLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Donna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had a wonderful experience by the fabulous chef Patrick at Kiawah Island 9/24/26. The food was absolutely amazing - and being from NJ we are hard to please but everything was outstanding. Highly Recommend ✅
Lisa Diane6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had an amazing experience with Chef Patrick on Kiawah Island on September 24, 2026. I was visiting from New Jersey for a special event, and from start to finish, everything was wonderful. The food was fantastic, and the service was exceptional. Chef Patrick truly added to an already special evening. I would highly recommend him and only wish he were local to me!
Callie Walsh1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Callie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had the most incredible experience with Chef Patrick and Vacation Chefs for my bachelorette weekend in Kiawah! From start to finish, Patrick was wonderful to work with, responsive, accommodating, warm, and incredibly professional. The dinner itself was absolutely delicious. We had tuna tartare, crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, salad, surf & turf, and key lime pie, and every single course was amazing. Our group was still talking about the meal the next day. Beyond the food, Patrick made the entire evening feel so special. We were able to completely relax, enjoy dinner at the house, drink wine, and spend time together without having to worry about a thing. He and his team took care of everything so seamlessly. I truly could not recommend Chef Patrick and Vacation Chefs more highly. If you’re visiting Kiawah with a group and considering doing a private chef dinner, BOOK THEM. It was such a memorable part of our weekend and we would absolutely use them again!
Clint S1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Clint has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleChef Patrick made our evening! What an incredible experience, awesome food, and inspiring conversation. Thanks for helping us make moments magical.
Business details
- Address: 2245 Ashley Crossing Dr, Charleston, SC 29414
- Website: vacationchefs.com
- Service area: Mount Pleasant, SC