Below Deck fans decided who the best chef in the franchise is based on core skills and personality elements. Below Deck debuted in 2014, and the franchise currently runs four shows in total. The OG show will air Below Deck season 12 in 2025, Below Deck Mid has nine seasons, Sailing yacht below deck season 5 is on air and Below Deck season 3 will also air in 2025. Over the years there have been memorable chefs, some for good reasons and some for bad reasons, but Below Deck fans have decided who is the overall favorite.
A Reddit thread was started by u/Winter__Bee5040asking other fans who they thought was the best Below Deck franchise chef.
“Consider your technique, creativity, presentation, ability to manage the kitchen, stews and guest demands, but also personality.”
The overwhelming answer to the question was Rachel Hargrove. Raquel appeared in Below Deck season 8-10. Rachel left the franchise after season 10 following a public display of negativity toward Bravo. Her exit may have been loud and abrupt, but she was a quality chef and cast member, and the best chef according to fans.
What does it mean for Rachel to get favorite chef votes?
Raquel is the best
Chef Rachel took on other big and popular Below Deck names of chefs such as Chef Marcos Spaziani, Chef Ileisha Dell and Chef Ben Robinson.
With these formidable chefs as competitors, the overwhelming response from fans that Rachel is the best really means something.
During her time on the show, Rachel served 10-course meals, accommodated guests' dietary restrictions, and offered a variety of food that she was proud of and that was superyacht quality.
Rachel also wasn't afraid to give hot takes on her teammates, be her unfiltered self, act ridiculously in public, and provide viewers with high entertainment value. Rachel's cooking skill level was perfect, and she never got too frantic in the kitchen, which most people did. Below Deck the chefs did not dominate. Rachel beating the other top Below Deck chefs in the eyes of her fans means she is truly the best on the network.
Our Take on Below Deck Fans' Favorite Chef Review
Below Deck fans won't be able to watch it again
Since Rachel attacked the Bravo network, her chances of returning are slim to none. However, viewers can revel in Rachel's fandom, as she is now considered the best chef in the franchise. What Rachel's fan favoritism means is that Bravo should cast more chefs of Rachel's caliber and also with its telegenic qualities. For now, Below Deck fans can rewatch her seasons, talk about her online, and follow her on social media.
Sailing yacht below deck airs Mondays at 9pm EST on Bravo.
Source: u/Winter__Bee5040/Reddit