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Building an Outdoor Kitchen

So you want to build an outdoor kitchen? Good news! Your options are almost limitless. Outdoor kitchens have become not only an enjoyable outdoor space but add real value to your property. Another great reason to consider installing an outdoor kitchen is that you can invest as much or as little as you want. A simple structure for a grill can be attractive, useful, and cost less than $3,000USD. Of course, on the high-end, the sky is the limit. I have helped spec out installations of up to a quarter-million.

The first step when building an outdoor kitchen is to decide on a budget. From there you should select your grill. There are so many to choose from these days. For an installation primarily focused on a gas grill, the grill will be half to a quarter of the overall budget. Selecting your grill first will let you determine everything else you want as a part of your outdoor kitchen.

Built-in Gas Grills by Price

MHP WHRG4DD Gas Grill
MHP WHRG4DD Gas Grill
Delta Heat 32-Inch Built-in Gas Grill
Delta Heat 32-Inch Built-in Gas Grill
Artisan Professional 36-Inch Built-in Gas Grill
Artisan Professional 36-Inch Built-in Gas Grill
Fire Magic Aurora A540S Built-in Gas Grill
Fire Magic Aurora A540S Built-in Gas Grill
Kalamazoo K750HD Built-in Gas Grill
Kalamazoo K750HD Built-in Gas Grill
Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches

I began writing about Barbecue & Grilling in 1997 with one mission, to help the backyard chef have the best experience possible.

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Recipes

  • Smoked Candied Bacon
    We’ve taken our favorite breakfast staple and given it a sweet and smoky upgrade. Delicious and so easy to make!
  • Lemon Garlic Wings
    These grilled wings are bursting with tangy lemon and savory garlic flavors that will leave your taste buds begging for more!
  • Pellet Grill Pulled Pork
    This pulled pork on a pellet grill method will yield a perfectly smoked, easy to shred, delicious pork butt.
  • Cast Iron Scallops on the Grill
    These succulent cast iron scallops can be cooked on your grill, oven, or stovetop.
  • Mexican Rotisserie Chicken (Pollo Asado)
    Use your rotisserie unit to make a flavorful pollo asado. Super delicious, and perfect for Cinco de Mayo!