Chef Luke Patton working a brick fire oven

Private chef · Austin, Texas

Well Playted,
sir.

Restaurant-level food, in the comfort of your home. Custom menus for every kind of gathering.

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How it works

Three easy steps.

  1. 1

    Pick a date

    Select your date, headcount and the occasion below. Got a vibe in mind? No problem!

  2. 2

    Get your menu

    We'll work 1-on-1 with you to create your custom menu, or pick from our pre-set menus (coming soon).

  3. 3

    Relax

    We'll do the rest.

The food

You deserve this.

Food highlights from 2026 so far.

Tuna tostadas with raspberry and avocado, passed aboard a yacht charter
Golden croquettes with dipping sauce and herbs
Seared lamb chop over a vivid green purée with radish
Tray of fresh-baked buns with a glossy finish
Dark, glossy mole in a container
Roasted fish with citrus, herbs and sauce on a platter
Fresh-cut sourdough with an open, glossy crumb
Delicate herb salad with flowers and shaved vegetables
Plated dessert with piped cream lattice and a dusting of spice

Kind words

Word around the table.

Absolutely the best dinner party of our lives. (All guests agree!) Food was absolutely incredible, we were dreaming about it and regretting our own dinner choices for nights to come. Planning was easy, timing was perfect, and Chef Luke was amazing. Fun to talk to, easy to work with, and BRILLIANT in the kitchen.
Brent B.Dinner party in Austin
We were absolutely spoiled by the talent of our onboard Chef Luke during our time in the Bahamas. Every single meal was a standout—beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, and thoughtfully crafted to suit everyone on board. … What truly set the experience apart was the ability to delight guests of all ages.
Cindy & Patrick G.Yacht charter in the Bahamas
Luke blew us away with a custom menu for our private dinner to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and vow renewal ceremony! … But the food was AMAZING! … I'm ready to do it again!
Joy H.Anniversary dinner in Austin
His passion for creating beautiful and delicious plates was amazing. We were able to communicate prior to our event and the result was superb. He was very focused on our tastes and put together an exceptional presentation. He was professional and considerate and a humble artist.
Emily B.Private event
The food was spectacular, chef Luke made probably the greatest dessert of all time, would definitely recommend adding that on, totally worth it.
Austin H.Bachelor party in Austin
Chef Luke Patton created a delicious meal for me and our guests. Light, beautiful and healthy with high quality ingredients. The planning process and execution was easy and straight forward.
Stephanie K.Private dinner
Chef Luke Patton checking a tray of plated desserts

Your chef

Hi, I'm Luke, your founding chef.

Thank you for choosing Well Playted.

I'm an 8th-generation Texan raised in Austin. My cooking career started in the chaotic, bustling restaurant scene of Los Angeles in 2013, which catapulted me into kitchens around the world - Mexico, France, Slovenia, and Ecuador. From kitchens in the jungles of Tulum to the galleys of superyachts from 85' to 295' - and, when I'm not at sea, the comfort of private homes.

I have a passion for creating good food with good ingredients in good company - and my priority is creating a memorable experience for you and your guests.

Can't wait to meet you.

Two ways to book

Which one fits you?

Under 20 guests

Private dinners & small gatherings

Birthdays, anniversaries, date nights, bachelorette and bachelor parties, and other intimate get-togethers.

Small private dinners from $750 Book a date → 20 to 100 guests

Corporate & larger events

Team lunches, client events, launches, weddings and other bigger gatherings.

Plan an event →

Book a date · private & small events

Let's get you on the calendar.

For birthdays, anniversaries, date nights, bachelorette and bachelor parties, and other intimate gatherings. A few quick details and we'll get back to you with menu ideas and a quote.

Small private dinners start at a $750 minimum. Your final quote depends on your guest count and what you need. See pricing

Planning a corporate or larger event (20 or more guests)? Use the Events form instead.

Rather email directly? [email protected]

Events & corporate

Bigger gathering? Let's plan it properly.

Team lunches, client events, launches, weddings and other large parties. Tell us what you can now and we'll come to the first call prepared, with ideas and a rough quote.

Buffet or catering for 20 or more starts at a $1,000 minimum. Passed bites and other service styles are custom quoted. Buffets for 30 or more, and passed bites at corporate events, include a chef assistant ($95/hour, 3-hour minimum). See pricing

Planning something smaller, like a birthday, anniversary or bachelorette party? Use Book a date instead.

What kind of event?
How should it be served? (pick any, or tell us below)
What help do you need beyond the food? (pick any)

Good to know

Straight talk on pricing.

No surprises. You'll get a clear written estimate before you book, and we'll talk through anything that's unclear.

Minimums

  • Small private dinners: $750 minimum
  • Buffet catering (20+ guests): $1,000 minimum
  • Passed bites and other service styles: custom quote

These are our minimums. Your final quote depends on your guest count and what you need.

Chef assistant

We add a chef assistant to keep pacing, plating and service running smoothly for seated dinners with 12 or more guests, buffets for 30 or more guests, and passed-bites or tray-passed service at corporate events.

It's $95 an hour with a 3-hour minimum, and it's included in your one invoice.

Booking & cancellation

  • A 50% deposit reserves your date.
  • 14 or more days out: full refund
  • 13 days to 72 hours out: we keep 50%
  • Under 72 hours: no refund

Credits toward a future event are good for 6 months.