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Filoso Private Chef Services · Oakland, CA

What Our Clients Say.

Real experiences shared by FilosoChefs clients on Google, Nextdoor and Facebook.

Filoso Private Chef Services · Oakland, CA

What Our Clients Say.

★★★★★

5.0 · 60+ reviews across Google, Nextdoor & Facebook, as shown on the supplied October 2026 website snapshot. Google section: 5.0 · 42 reviews at that time.

GOOGLE

★★★★★

Kalia W.

“If you want to restore peace and nutrition in your home, work with the Filosofitness team! Six months ago I was diagnosed with a condition that limited what I could eat. My family of three was already struggling to get dinner on the table. Enter Chef Chris — our first meeting consisted of him making the most delicious lentil curry I've ever had while learning all about our family, our needs, and my condition. The meals are delicious, fresh, flavorful and healthy. We haven't had a fight about dinner since, I'm healthier and stronger, and we finally enjoy our evenings together as a family.”
GOOGLE · a year ago
★★★★★

Kristy Y.

“Working with Chris and his talented team has been a total game changer. As two busy working parents with two young children, Filoso has delivered on meal planning, less takeout, healthier food, and saved us so much time. The food is top notch restaurant quality, all ready to eat.”
GOOGLE · 4 months ago
★★★★★

Michelle D.

“Chris at FilosoChefs is fantastic! The food was so delicious and I am VERY particular! Incredibly delicious food, excellent communication and service, prep/cook/clean-up was done so well. Highly recommend and more than worth the value!”
GOOGLE · 3 months ago
★★★★★

Sharon D.

“We've been using the food prep services and can't imagine our lives without it! We've had the pleasure of calling both Chris and Ashley our chefs — both amazing, open and eager for suggestions, always making great food. You get to pick exactly what you want to eat and know every ingredient.”
GOOGLE · 3 months ago
★★★★★

Laura P.

“Receiving Chris's services was crucial during my postpartum journey. From planning a menu adapted to our family's needs, to cooking so many delicious meals in our home, to leaving the kitchen spotless. Highly recommend Filoso Chefs for an outstanding experience eating better and easier.”
GOOGLE · 6 months ago
★★★★★

Liz C.

“I've worked with Filoso Chef Services for the last several years. Chef Ashley's calm disposition and flexibility work really well with my whole family — including my two kids. Her food is always nutritious and flavorful.”
GOOGLE · 4 months ago
★★★★★

Suzannah C.

“Filoso made a huge difference when a member of our household experienced a back injury. Taking cooking off our plates helped us focus on healing. The food was delicious, healthy, and the service professional and friendly — with several dietary restrictions easily accommodated.”
GOOGLE · 5 months ago
★★★★★

Olivia K.

“We tried this meal prep service and loved it. They do the shopping, come to your home to cook, and clean everything up — you're left with several meals ready for the week. We wish we had known about them earlier, especially during postpartum.”
GOOGLE · 4 months ago
★★★★★

Somudro G.

“We have been using FilosoChefs for nearly a year and have been very happy with Chris and Chef Ashley. She always goes the extra mile, and the food tastes healthy and delicious. A lifesaver for working new parents.”
GOOGLE · 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

Maria B.

“Chris and his team are amazing — delicious, healthy meals and Chris is extremely responsive. He wants to make sure you have the best experience possible. Wonderful to work with.”
GOOGLE · 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

Melanie B.

“We continue to love Filoso and have had a great experience with Chef Manny. He puts so much care into cooking for people and the results are always delicious.”
GOOGLE · a week ago
★★★★★

C.J. B.

“Manny, Chris and team are a thoughtful balance of excellent communication, customizing the program to personal needs, personable, and great in the kitchen.”
GOOGLE · a week ago

NEXTDOOR

★★★★★

Brooke S.

“Making dinners was draining my energy. My friend lost weight and had so much energy from working with Chef Chris, so I decided to try it. Wow — best decision my whole family ever made. We eat healthier, have more energy, and the time I used to spend cooking I now spend with my family. If you're a parent and want to take one thing off your plate, try Chef Chris!”
NEXTDOOR · Woodminster
★★★★★

Sloane R.

“We've been using Filoso's weekly meal service for a few months now, and it has been an absolute game-changer. The meals are not only well-balanced and thoughtfully prepared, but delicious — even our young kids are excited for dinner! Communication is always fast, clear, and friendly. It's rare to find something that meets both busy adults and picky little eaters, but this service really hits the mark.”
NEXTDOOR · Claremont Hills
★★★★★

Tony I.

“FilosoChefs was great to work with. Chris found out my specific needs, then set me up with Chef Manny on the Peninsula. He was very personable and tailored the recipes to us — spice levels, portion sizes, everything. Before I knew it, our house was filled with enticing aromas and we had a week's worth of meal prep cooked and packed away. Very tasty and very convenient!”
NEXTDOOR · San Mateo, CA
★★★★★

Tagreed S.

“Chris and his team were amazing. As a busy teacher, I found this extremely convenient. They were very hands-on and checked in often. The food was delicious — all I had to do was grocery shop and eat! You get a grocery list every week, Chef Chris comes over, does his thing, and cleans up. He was always sharing suggestions on what to eat with what. Amazing services!”
NEXTDOOR · Hayward, CA
★★★★★

Scottie T.

“As a professional chef myself, I was skeptical at first. After one session with FilosoFitness and Chef Jess, I became a true believer. My time and mind were liberated — I could allocate food-planning time to my family, my fitness, and my business. The team was thorough, responsive, and professional. Chef Jess left my kitchen cleaner than the way she found it.”
NEXTDOOR · Anchorage at Marina Bay

FACEBOOK

★★★★★

Perrine L.

“Absolute game changer for our family! Using Filoso Private Chef Service has completely transformed our weekly routine. The meals are delicious, the process is seamless, and best of all, it has given us so much more quality time with our kids. They are incredibly professional and always open to feedback. We couldn't recommend them more highly!”
FACEBOOK · May 2026
★★★★★

Shania Y.

“Highly recommend! Easy to pick and choose what worked best for my family and everything was delicious! The kids loved it as well which is a big plus!”
FACEBOOK · May 2026
★★★★★

Nicole S.

“Having FilosoChefs cook for us and meal plan has been a game changer in our day-to-day, full-time-employed parents life. Their meals are delicious, their staff is professional and friendly, and they allowed us to reclaim precious time with our kids.”
FACEBOOK · April 2026
★★★★★

Karina F.

“My family has been working with this amazing chef for over a year now, and I can't recommend him enough. He handles meal prep and cooking with incredible efficiency, keeps everything spotless, and is genuinely a great person to have around. In just about two hours, he preps our dinners for the entire week!”
FACEBOOK · March 2025
★★★★★

Dani B.

“Filoso is awesome! The whole team is wonderful to work with. So professional and the food and recipe selection are wonderful. We are very happy with our Filoso experience!”
FACEBOOK · April 2025
★★★★★

Sylvie B.

“Filoso was easy to work with, efficient and made me beautiful, delicious food. Having someone else follow my family values to supply us with beautiful, delicious nourishment is such a treat!”
FACEBOOK · March 2026

Reviews are transcribed from the supplied October 13, 2026 PDF screenshot. Where text was cut off by the screenshot, excerpts are indicated with ellipses. The review count and ratings shown above are historical website claims, not independently verified live platform totals.

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