Chef Austin did a great job preparing a 4 course meal for a special Birthday Party at our home…read more The food quality and presentation was top notch. He came prepared and even had to do the grilling out in the rain ... with no complaints. I would highly recommend Chef Austin to anyone who's looking for a personal chef.

Wow! I am so pleased to have found The Gracious Plate. We are a travel baseball team and have a…read morefew players that need to eat carefully. When you travel and play ball most of your focus should just be on the game. It is hard to do that when you have to be concerned about feeding your players properly. Katie was very easy to work with and was able to accommodate multiple dietary needs. We are in the menu planning stage with her right now and I already feel much less stress knowing my players will be able to fuel up with good food and focus on playing baseball!!! Scott

From the owner: The Gracious Plate is a meal preparation and catering company specializing in farm-sourced and…read moreallergen-aware foods. With a 100% gluten-free kitchen and expertise with many special diets, we are able to serve everyone -- including those with food sensitivities, health concerns, or anyone who loves tasty organic food!

I hired this chef to cook a large banquet meal for my company over the summer. The service was…read morefantastic and professional, and the food was absolutely amazing. Everyone there loved and raved about their meal and kept returning for more, so much that we had none left over. I have rescheduled her services for our next banquet!

From the owner: I am a passionate and creative chef ready to bring my culinary expertise to your kitchen. With…read moreyears of experience in creating delicious and innovative dishes, I specialize in farm-to-table and sustainable cuisine, utilizing fresh, local ingredients to craft unforgettable dining experiences. As a seasoned professional, I understand the importance of well-executed meals that not only taste amazing but also nourish the body and soul. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner party, a corporate event, or a special celebration, I am dedicated to delivering top-notch service and delectable fare that exceeds your expectations. My hourly rate starts at $30.00, and I am available for a wide range of culinary services, including private cooking classes, menu planning, and personalized meal preparation. If you're ready to elevate your dining experience and savor the flavors of my signature dishes, don't hesitate to send me a message. Let's collaborate to create unforgettable moments through the art of food.

We had a wonderful experience. Great food, great company & wonderful communication! The private…read morechef experience is something you'll never forget.

Great food. Interesting and delicious. Loved the wine poached pears especially. Friendly and…read morethoughtful service. Absolutely recommend.

Fun Fact: This company was founded for the sole purpose of operating under a different name so that…read morethe old name "Fit Foods LLC" could attempt getting out of paying debts owed for foods delivered and services rendered? Wouldn't support these thieves & frauds if I were you. These "owners" currently owe me about $58,000 (if you don't want to add on interest). Not only do they write bad checks from closed accounts, which is a Felony in Missouri, they just block all contact when they don't feel like paying you.

From the owner: If you’ve tried the rest now, I’ll try the best. We are the number one provider in the four state…read morearea for all your meal-prep needs! Say good bye to messy kitchens wasted time and food dollars. Use our convenient and healthy meal prep service with delicious meals made by chefs with fresh food daily. Our meals are affordable and filling with money back guarantee. Most meals are freezable.

Doubt he is still in business but if he is he owes me $300.00 - crook - said he'd make meals - took…read moremoney- stopped taking calls

We have used Traveling Chef for several years now and have never been disappointed in service nor…read morethe delicious prepared food. You can't go wrong with any food for any occasion.

We just ordered for the first time and we highly recommend it!! The food is better than any high…read moreend restaurant. They provide an abundance of fresh, healthy food right to your door! Some can be heated right away and eaten while other orders come with directions to cook it. We highly recommend them! They deliver weekly, just amazing!

Chef Jeff is incredible! I hired him for an anniversary dinner for my parents and they couldn't…read morestop raving about him. They said it was the best meal they have ever eaten. They also loved that he was incredibly knowledgeable and personable and described each dish as it was served. I'm the favorite child for hiring him, but they would really love to just adopt him! The only present they ever want from us now is another meal from Chef Jeff! My brother and I decided to hire Chef Jeff again as a combined Mother's Day and Father's Day gift. My parents wanted the whole family to be able to share this once in a lifetime experience so we ended up changing the date and making it a family meal. He easily accommodated the needs of all 5 adults and 2 children. He brought his adult daughter along as his sous chef and she was delightful. My very chatty and opinionated young daughter joined him in the kitchen for a while. He was so kind answering all of her questions and explaining what he was doing. He was even ready to make a quick menu change when she said she's allergic to seafood (she's not really so we're were able to tell him the change wasn't necessary.) We saved him once we realized she had joined him in the kitchen but he was so kind and accommodating. In addition to the incredible food, Chef Jeff cleaned absolutely everything and left the kitchen exactly as it was before he arrived. He even hand washed all of my mom's delicate flatware and china and put it all back where it came from. I'm not sure how he knew where to put everything since I always have to ask mom, but he got it all right. He also packed up the leftovers for us and we all met again to enjoy a second meal together. It was just as good the next day! I can't say enough about Chef Jeff. My family is now trying to make up any excuse to hire him again so that our once in a lifetime experience will not just happen once! I wish I could add pictures but we were too immersed in the experience and exquisite food to think about taking pictures.

Absolutely amazing dinner for our family of 7. Everything he prepared was made with fresh…read moreingredients and tasted heavenly. This is the second time my wife and I had dinner prepared by Chef Jeff Patton. The meal was superb both times. It didn't matter whether he prepared for 2 or 7 diners. Chef Jeff is a personable gentleman. He enhances the meal by describing each course when it is served. We will definitely ask Chef Jeff to prepare additional meals for our family. ...David

Chef Kevin is over the top! Best food we have had period. Book him. Give him your audience, and…read morehe will not disappoint!

Chef Kevin is so personable and his food tastes amazing. He is so professional and courteous. And I…read morehave to repeat his food is so amazing! Book with him and you will not be disappointed!

My wife and I decided to eat here last week. It was a nice experience. I had 1201 Benedicts with…read morethe Crab Cakes. It tasted great. I was disappointed that the eggs were overcooked. My wife had the avocado toast. She said it was really good. Service was great and it's a neat atmosphere. It was a little loud because it's so busy. So if you want quiet, this isn't your place. My only complaint other than the over cooked eggs is the price. First, the menu prices are not updated. My meal said it was $19.00. In reality, it was $22.00. So it's pricy. Not really worth it for an every week place to eat in my opinion. I will probably only eat here on special occasions in the future. We spent just under $50.00 without tip. We had water to drink and I had a coffee. There are plenty of other places in Joplin with food priced more reasonably and that is just as good. It's definitely worth trying, just know it's pricy.

Honest review... Brunch. Food:…read moreBeignets- When comparing to a New Orleans beignet, it is not great. Would not order this again. Eggs- 3 out of 4 of us did not get the eggs how we ordered them. Sausage- taste was good but you got 2 very small patties that were hard. Hash browns- good but very small portion. Coffee good. It seems the bill did not reflect the prices that were on the menu. Somehow a $11 turned out to be $13 or $14. Not sure how/why that happened. Service: Awesome Ambiance: Nice