Food Fire + Knives (www.foodfireknives.com) has a 4.9 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 60 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Food, Beverages & Tobacco and its reputation is excellent. Praise is nearly unanimous, with 98% rating it 4 stars or higher; The business has replied to 100% of negative reviews. Last updated 2026-08-10.
What people say
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Shane Davis · 1 review · Experienced 2026-02-28 ·
★★★★★
We recently had the pleasure of hosting…
We recently had the pleasure of hosting Chef Simmy in our home, and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, she brought professionalism, creativity, and an incredible passion for food that truly elevated our evening.
Every dish Chef Simmy prepared was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. The flavors were perfectly balanced, the ingredients tasted fresh and high-quality, and each course felt thoughtfully crafted. Our friends are still talking about how amazing the meal was — especially the standout main course and dessert!
What made the night even more special was how seamless she made everything feel. We were able to relax, enjoy great conversation, and focus on our guests while she transformed our kitchen into a five-star dining experience. She left the space spotless, and all we were left with were full stomachs and unforgettable memories.
If you’re thinking about booking Chef Simmy, do it. It was hands down one of the best hosting decisions we’ve made, and we can’t wait to have her back again. Highly recommend!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-03-01
Thank you for sharing the details of your experience!
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Adam Hukkala · 2 reviews · Experienced 2026-02-20 ·
★★★★★
Chef Stephanie was incredible…
Chef Stephanie was incredible our meal was huge and delicious. This is the first time we’ve done a private chef experience and we will absolutely do it again.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-21
Thank you for letting us know- we think Chef Stephanie is pretty special!
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Jason · 1 review · Experienced 2026-02-20 ·
★★★★★
A+!!
A+!!! Simmy makes the best food!!!!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-21
Thank you! She is a wonderful Chef!
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John Tanner · 1 review · Experienced 2026-02-14 ·
★★★★★
Chef Dani - expertise at its finest
Chef Dani was a true magical experience. Food was 10/10 and made our first valentines celebration as a married couple a perfect night. We will definitely be having Chef back soon!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-20
Thank you so much for letting us know about your experience!
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Stephanie · 2 reviews · Experienced 2026-02-19 ·
★★★★★
Food Fire+ Knives is a superb company…
Food Fire+ Knives is a superb company to work for! The management team truly cares for each and every chef on the platform. This a the perfect company to hire for all your culinary desires and events!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-20
Thank you Stephanie- we truly have enjoyed our partnership with you over the years!
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Jessica · 3 reviews · Experienced 2026-02-12 ·
★★★★★
I absolutely love FFK
I absolutely love FFK! They have made my life so much easier.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-17
Thank you Chef - we love the partnership with our chefs!
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Diana · 1 review · Experienced 2026-01-10 ·
★★★★★
Great Food, Great Chef, Zero Stress
I heard about Food Fire + Knives from a friend and booked them for my husband’s birthday. The process was easy and made my planning simple from the start.
I chose a local chef, Chris, and the whole night felt relaxed and enjoyable. The menu was delicious, crab toast and warm crab dip to start, a Caesar salad with homemade croutons, a New York strip cooked to perfection on our grill, and beignets to finish. Everything was so tasty and well timed.
What really made the night extra special was getting to interact with Chris — chatting, sharing stories, and picking up a few cooking tips along the way. It felt less like a formal service and more like having a talented chef friend in the kitchen. I handled the drinks and actually got to enjoy the evening.
My husband said it was one of his favorite birthdays! Thank you, Chris and Food Fire + Knives for making it such a memorable and fun time! I would definitely use your service again!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-08
Thank you Diana! Chef Chris and we are grateful that we were able to be part of your celebration. Glad everyone enjoyed it!
The chef’s are always professional and create some of the best food we’ve ever had. Chef Patrick is our personal favorite.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-08
Thank you so much for your review- we are happy that our chefs celebrated events with your family!
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Amber Cate · 1 review · Experienced 2026-02-01 ·
★★★★★
Innovative & Considerate
Ive been working with Food, Fire, and Knives for nearly 6 years now. Ive never worked with a company that is so committed to progressing and making the lives of the Chef's easier, consistently changing an innovating to provide a better experience for Chefs and Customers alike. As one of the longer running Chefs with the company, I have been privy to many stages of development within FFK, and can honestly say that the admin team is truly committed to excellence on all fronts.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-08
Thank you Amber for your kind words. We love working with our chefs and our customers and want the best outcomes for both! And the reviews you get are a testament to how amazing our hosts find you!
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Sean Palleria Morrell · 1 review · Experienced 2026-02-07 ·
★★★★★
Food Fire & Knives Has Changed the Game
Food Fire & Knives has not only changed my life and how I operate as a chef but they have also ever changing and are growing the game; truly a direct competitor to these other larger platforms both domestic and international. At Food Fire & Knives your more than just number, they truly care about you as a chef as much as they do their clients. The drive, passion and dedication is unmatched; from the founder to the chief operator to the development coordinator and it trickles down to the chefs without skipping a beat. If your a client looking for a great memorable experience or if your a chef looking for a great community that will help you grow in all areas Food Fire & Knives is the place for you; I promise you that you wont be disappointed!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-02-07
Thank you Chef- the partnership with you continues to grow- we appreciate all you do for our hosts that book you!
Chef completely ruined my wedding dinner. Changed the menu from what was agreed, left out ingredients, and left seeds in food. FFK would not refund, had to submit charge back with my cc. I will never use FFK again and advise everyone to avoid.
In response-- FFK expected me to complain about the service in front of my wedding guests. Therefore my complaints weren't valid to them? As evidenced here, they are awful to work with and I very much recommend against. They have tried to mark my review as defamatory. Truth is not defamatory.
By the way, there is no such thing as 'seedless lemons'. Do some research. No evidence was ever given than the chef somehow bough seedless lemons. They were NOT seedless. There were many in the dishes, but had mostly been thrown out. They required photo proof which was provided from the leftovers. Because again, it would have been extremely embarrassing in front of our guests.
And no, I did not accept their gift card as reimbursement for the issues with our reservation. This was for my wedding, which I was not doing another of obviously and had no intention of ever using their services again. Gift credit was useless and not reimbursement for failure to delivered what was ordered.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-24
Hi Stephanie,
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We’re truly sorry your experience did not meet your expectations - that’s never our intention. We take all feedback seriously and have carefully reviewed what happened with your dinner for 9 guests.
For clarity: the four Creamy Pesto Pappardelle entrees were promptly refunded when you expressed dissatisfaction with the dish and its substitutions. The sauce was modified to accommodate an allergy to basil (a core ingredient in pesto), and although seedless lemons were used, it appears a seed was found in leftovers.
For the Cavatelli Carbonara, the pancetta was intentionally omitted to honor a vegetarian request - pancetta is not a vegetarian ingredient and Italian parsley was used instead of basil based on your direction. We addressed this with you directly when the concern was raised.
Regarding the Panzanella Salad, this is a traditional Italian bread salad made with bread, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and basil which was also modified to parsley due to the basil restriction.
In addition to the refunds issued for the four entrees, we offered $500 in gift cards and the chef personally offered to cook another meal at no charge to make up for the stress of your day. We apologized in writing as well.
We value every client and genuinely want our guests to have a great experience and we’re always open to discussing any concerns further offline if needed.
Food Fire & Knives is truly an…
Food Fire & Knives is truly an exceptional company and an absolute joy to work with. They don’t just value their clients — they deeply value their chefs as well. From day one, it’s been clear that this is a team that genuinely cares, not only about the work we do, but about the people behind it and the families that support us.
Food Fire & Knives operates like a true family — one that continues to grow with incredibly talented chefs from across the country. The support, respect, and sense of community they foster is rare in this industry and something I’m truly grateful to be part of.
I’m incredibly proud to be a member of such an amazing team and chef family, and I’m genuinely excited for the continued growth, opportunities, and years ahead. If you’re looking for a company with heart, integrity, and passion, Food Fire & Knives is it.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-24
Thank you Chef- We really do value both our hosts and our chefs. Thank you for showing our hosts great experiences too!
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Chelsea Mucha · 1 review · Experienced 2026-01-23 ·
★★★★★
The Chef delivered better than Santa…
I was struggling with a Christmas gift for someone who doesn’t like stuff and instead bought an experience with FFK. I also wanted to impress said someone and make it a night they would remember and I got exactly what I wanted. She loved it. I got pictures from her on the dishes themselves, (lobster, scallops, and lava cake…). If I didn’t live all the way across the country, I would have crashed the party. I can’t recommend this business enough.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-24
Thank you so much - we are so happy that she enjoyed the meal and the Chef!
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Lisa W. · 1 review · Experienced 2025-05-29 ·
★★★★★
Consistently Exceptional Experiences!
We’ve been booking private chefs through Food, Fire, and Knives for about five years now, and every experience has been fantastic. Different chefs, same consistently high quality.
They make the entire process easy – from collaborating on menus that fit our preferences to showing up fully prepared and professional. The multi-course meals have always been delicious, beautifully done, and perfect for special family celebrations. Having them cook in our vacation rental homes makes the experience feel both relaxed and special.
What we enjoy most is the personal touch. The chefs are happy to share stories, answer questions, and engage with us while still running a smooth, polished operation from start to finish. Food, Fire, and Knives has been a reliable go-to for memorable meals, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-24
Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review. It truly means the world to us that you’ve trusted Food Fire + Knives for nearly five years. That kind of relationship is something we never take for granted.
We love hearing that, even with different chefs, the experience has remained consistently high-quality. That’s exactly what we work so hard to deliver: exceptional talent paired with preparation, professionalism, and a genuine human connection.
Cooking in vacation homes and private spaces is where our chefs really shine, and it’s wonderful to know the meals felt both relaxed and special, especially for meaningful family celebrations. The personal touch you mentioned is at the heart of what we do: chefs who care just as much about the people at the table as the food on the plate.
Thank you again for your trust, your kind words, and your recommendation. We look forward to creating many more memorable meals with you in the years ahead.
The Food Fire + Knives Team
I’ve been able to truly take control of my passion and my career through this company. I’ve been with FFK for six years now, and it has been an incredible opportunity and experience.
Mike (the owner) is truly a chef for chefs, and Kim is amazing at connecting the right clients with the right chef. Through FFK, I’ve grown tremendously—not just as a chef, but as a person and a business owner.
I know this is only the beginning, and what FFK is doing is revolutionizing life for private chefs. Every client I work with loves the process and raves about their experience. I truly believe the 5-star reviews speak for themselves.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-22
As one of the first chefs that joined us during our expansion, thank you for being part of our community and growing with us. It's been amazing to watch you grow and be part of our story!
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Jackson Locklear · 1 review · Experienced 2025-01-19 ·
★★★★★
This company has changed my life
This company has changed my life. As a chef there are times when you wonder why are you doing this? The long hours, the lack of human connection, the stress for pennies on the dollar makes the career difficult for even the most talented chefs.
Food Fire + Knives has given myself and other chefs the opportunity to reignite our passion of feeding people. Breaking into the private chef space full time is challenging and the team at FFK has streamlined the process for chefs and clients to create amazing experiences every night for years now.
I have met some of the most amazing chefs and cooked for wonderful people because of this community based in trust, integrity, and the spirit of entrepreneurship.
If you are a skilled and experienced chef and want to get back to the heart of cooking for people, then give FFK a call.
If you are looking to have a chef prepare a meal and avoid the crowds, the loud music, the parking, and all the other hassles of going out, then give FFK a call.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-19
We love our partnership with you Chef and your reviews on your food are amazing!
I hosted 16 of my favorite people for my destination wedding. I booked FFK for my rooftop wedding reception and Chef Gino and his Sous knocked it out the park! 3-courses; including my wedding cake, to accommodate omnivores, and two vegans!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-16
Thank you for trusting our chefs for your reception! Congratulations on your big day!
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Chris Mikovich · 1 review · Experienced 2026-01-15 ·
★★★★★
It's a great platform to be on as a…
It's a great platform to be on as a private chef! What I like most is the flexibility; you list your availability, pricing and menus giving you the control. The team is very supportive and responsive and always there to help!
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-16
Thank you Chef- we really appreciate the amazing experiences you provide- love what you get for your personal reviews!
Solid company and community for Private Chefs. Looking to build your network and don't know where to start, you found the start and the finish line right here with Food Fire and Knives. Your menus, your pricing, your availability, fully supported by a solid company with solid leadership. Actual human beings to connect to. No automated dismissive emails. Listen, stop thinking about it and come connect with a company that dots its I's and crosses its T's.
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-16
Thank you Chef- it's been such a pleasure to work with. you for so many years- we appreciate all of your efforts!
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J Forte · 1 review · Experienced 2026-01-15 ·
★★★★★
Working with Foodfireknives.com has…
Working with Foodfireknives.com has been great has a Chef! It's more than a platform with real people , real hearts working behind the scenes with clients and chefs to make memorable events! I have enjoyed meeting and working with every client and there freinds , Family or co workers to create my personal menus for . With that the freedom to express has a chef is desired by many and the ability to do so here is awesome !
Reply from Food Fire + Knives2026-01-16
Thank you Chef - we appreciate what you do for our customers and the care that you give to your craft!
