The Exotic Chef

Great experience all around. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary by having them come cook us a private dinner at our house. The food was incredible, and the staff was fun and extremely personable. To add to that, the kitchen was spotless upon completion. My only complaint is that I can’t walk because I ate too much! Thanks again for the stellar service!

We've had the pleasure of working with Chef on several special occasions, including a private birthday dinner, my baby shower, our daughter’s Christening reception, and her 1st birthday celebration. Every time, Chef has been professional, punctual, and delivered absolutely amazing food! We’ve requested a variety of cuisines—Soul Food, Caribbean, and BBQ—and each time, she’s exceeded our expectations. We're always so impressed by how she manages to prepare each menu with such authenticity and flavor. Highly recommend!

The food- kind of greasy, but overall it was a 6/10. The portion size was poor for the price I paid $15.64. I noticed that the server gave the customers in front of me 2 plantains while I received only 1. I had(literally) 4 pieces of meat. I was so annoyed that I paid $15 for 3 bites. I slightly understand wanting to “stretch” the food. But, to receive so little for something pricey, with the bare minimum is outrageous!

The Exotic Chef is a culinary experience like no other! From the first bite, you can tell this isn’t your average meal — it’s elevated, flavorful, and full of creativity. The Oxtail Sandwich alone is a masterpiece — tender, juicy, and packed with bold Caribbean flavor that melts in your mouth. Every dish feels like it’s been crafted with passion and precision, from the seasonings to the presentation. Chef’s unique take on New Age Jamaican cuisine is refreshing — it’s modern, inventive, and still pays homage to authentic island roots. You can taste the care and skill that goes into every menu item, and the consistency is unmatched. Whether you’re trying one of the famous rice bowls, the jerk chicken, or a full catering spread, you’re guaranteed a next-level dining experience. The Exotic Chef is truly setting the standard for avant-garde Caribbean cuisine in D.C. — flavorful, original, and unforgettable!

Pre-ordered for lunch during the week & items were missing & was advised refunds will be given for the missing item and never received a refund. For the item that was available it wasn't worth it. No seasoning and there was a dirt like taste that I can't fully explain. The person that was fulfilled the orders was nice; that's the pro.

Chef Christina, Thank you so much for the thoughtful menu! The care and detail you put into the menu was evident in every bite, and it made the experience both nourishing and memorable for our team! We deeply appreciate your talent and the love you bring to your craft! We look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future! Thank you again!

Found this chef on Bark. Needed immediate catering services for my company’s 2-day holiday luncheons. Long story short, it turned into a 4-day luncheon. In which, we needed grab-n-go trays provided for hundreds of team members twice per day for of the two days! Chef Christina responded immediately to my request and provided me with a menu and quote. Her prices were reasonable considering the demand. She and her team were very professional. Chef Christina made herself available for any questions/concerns throughout the entire experience. She also personally delivered most of the food. I was very pleased with her level of service as she made us feel valued as a customer. I felt confident and joyful in delivering quality meals to our team members for the Christmas holiday! Everyone raved about how tasty her cuisine was! She even provided vegan options for our vegan team members and they were extremely grateful! I highly recommend The Exotic Chef for your next event!

I just the most the most amazing jerk salmon rice bowl! The jerk salmon was cooked to perfection just the way that I requested. The plantains and veggies syced my rice. 10/10 It was a great meal prep replacement for me. I could taste that everything was sourced freshly and that it was made with love! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ll definitely be coming back with friends and family