Chris
Posted
Very timely and accurate
Very timely and accurate
Response from Shef· Aug 5, 2026
Love hearing this! Getting your order to you on time and just right is what we aim for. Thanks for taking a moment to share!

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Shef connects busy families with talented local chefs who cook fresh, homemade meals for small groups of nearby households each week. Think of it as having a shared personal chef—you get the care, quality and freshness of a home-cooked meal with the convenience of takeout, often at a better price. Our vetted local chefs handle all the shopping, prep and cooking, then deliver restaurant-quality meals straight to your door. It's a human-centered alternative to meal kits and traditional delivery that puts the heart back into feeding your family, while supporting local food entrepreneurs in your community.
Shef (shef.com) has 192 customer reviews on Rated Honest, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5.
192 approved reviews, newest moderated first
Chris
Posted
Very timely and accurate
Response from Shef· Aug 5, 2026
Love hearing this! Getting your order to you on time and just right is what we aim for. Thanks for taking a moment to share!
Deborah
Posted
High quality food. Much better than I know how to cook myself! Lots of cuisine options. Fun and easy to pick entrees, sides, salads. I got healthier using this service. Delivery is smooth and reliable. Definitely try it! You'll save so much time and effort.
Response from Shef· Aug 5, 2026
What a wonderful review to read! Love that you're finding meals you enjoy and feeling healthier along the way. Our shefs put so much care into every dish. Happy cooking (or rather, reheating)!
Tsion
Posted
good food great flavors and variety…better than any other meal service out there. with diverse ethnic options.
Response from Shef· Aug 5, 2026
Love hearing this! Our shefs bring so many different cuisines to the table, and it means a lot that they're standing out for you. Enjoy all that variety!
Radek B.
Posted
There is something really strange about this site. When I first logged in and filled out the questions, I was quoted a price of about $55. Then it told me to add the meals that I wanted. I was allowed six. I did so. The price immediately jumped up to almost $100. I had to email them several times asking why this occurred. I also asked what discounts they offer. The answer is NO discounts for anyone. Ouch. The reason for the price increase, they don't seem to know. All they did was instruct me to look at some breakdown. It took a while, it is hidden on the website, but I found it. The breakdown just lists additional costs. No reason. No justification. It just feels like a bait and switch site. ***Update*** You can see the reply that Shef left here. They don't want to discuss this where everyone can see it. They'd rather do that behind closed doors. I have sent them the entire email chain that lead up to this review. I'll let you know if there is anything further.
Response from Shef· Jul 30, 2026
That price jump definitely shouldn't feel like a mystery, and we're sorry for the confusion. Please email [email protected] so we can walk you through exactly what those costs are and make things right.
Doris
Posted
Not for me, cancel all future orders
Response from Shef· Jul 15, 2026
Sorry to hear it wasn't the right fit! Please reach out to [email protected] and we'll make sure any future orders are canceled for you.
Dave
Posted
Tasty home-cooked meals delivered with no fuss. Recommended!
Response from Shef· Jul 15, 2026
Love hearing that the whole experience was easy and delicious! Thanks for the recommendation.
nabonita P.
Posted
Great food, good quantity, and really taste homemade and amazing
Response from Shef· Jul 15, 2026
Homemade taste is exactly what our shefs aim for, so it's awesome to hear that came through! Appreciate you taking the time to share this.
Raluca H.
Posted
Love the food!!! I've been ordering from shef Pekin for a few weeks now. Yummm
Response from Shef· Jul 13, 2026
Yum is right! Sounds like Shef Pekin has become a favorite of yours. Thanks for being a regular and enjoy those next orders!