For those looking to take their grilling experience to the next level, building an outdoor kitchen grill station is the obvious choice. By investing in a customized setup and selecting the outdoor kitchen appliances that best suit your needs, you can transform your backyard into a fully functional cooking suite.
The process of designing and building an outdoor grill kitchen requires a number of design and purchasing decisions, from the layout of the island to which grill and accessories you decide to implement. After determining the available space and layout in your yard or patio, you'll need to decide which accessory items you'd like to include in your outside kitchen paradise. We’ve created this guide to highlight some of the most necessary accessories to have in your outdoor kitchen.
Outdoor Kitchen Accessories
BBQ Islands
Serious grill masters everywhere would love to build a fully custom BBQ island in their own backyard, but that's not always feasible for reasons of space, budget or time. If you'd like to upgrade your grill game with a fully kitted-out outdoor island but don't want to design the whole thing from the ground up, we recommend taking a look at our barbecue island options for less time and labor-intensive possibilities.
Side Burners
Designing and building an outdoor grill island is an investment in getting the most out of your backyard, and adding a side burner is an excellent value-add to any outdoor kitchen. Drop-in burners provide supplemental cooking space alongside your gas grill, maximizing the utility of your grill station and providing additional flexibility. If you're a serious grill master looking to build a new island or upgrade an existing one, adding an outdoor kitchen burner is something to consider. While having a large, powerful grill will cover most of your cooking needs, the added space and flexibility of a side burner can really elevate an outdoor grill station. For more details, check out our side burner buying guide.
Outdoor Refrigerators
One of the best ways to take your outdoor living space to the next level is by installing an outdoor refrigerator. These appliances are designed specifically for outdoor use, and are built to withstand the elements while keeping your food and drinks cool and fresh. Whether you're looking to create a full outdoor kitchen or simply want to have cold beverages within arm's reach on your patio or deck, an outdoor refrigerator is a must-have. Take a look at our guide to the best outdoor refrigerators for some popular options.
Outdoor Bars & Sinks
Consider adding an outside sink station or wet bar to take your outdoor kitchen experience to the next level. These stainless steel outdoor sink stations are designed specifically to stand up to the elements, making them an excellent addition to any backyard gathering spot. Enjoying a sunny day from the comfort of your own patio with a full-featured outdoor bar simply can't be beaten.
Outdoor Kitchen Doors & Drawers
Add storage space to your outdoor kitchen by investing in outdoor kitchen doors and drawers. When you're preparing your favorite meals on your BBQ grill, you're not going to want to waste time tracking down your grilling tools, pots, and pans. Our large selection of grill island doors and drawers will help you keep all of your grilling equipment organized so it's always ready for you to fire up the BBQ.
Trash Bins & Chutes
By integrating trash bins and chutes into your BBQ grill island, you'll be able to enjoy your outdoor space without having an unattractive garbage can for everyone to see. Out of site, out of mind!
Paper Towel Holders
Make sure you always have a paper towel available while grilling—store them right in your grill island! Paper towel holders are a simple way to store a standard size roll of paper towels in a place they can be easily reached.
Accessories for the Grill
It's important to also consider accessories you may need for your grill when putting together your list of outdoor kitchen accessories.
Insulating Jackets
An insulating jacket is a stainless steel accessory for use with built-in BBQ grills. This unit allows your grill to be safely installed into grill islands constructed from combustible materials.
Ventilation
Proper ventilation is necessary for a grill to be used safely and effectively. We offer a wide selection of grill island vents to help prevent a potentially dangerous gas buildup.
We also offer a variety of vent hoods to help remove smoke and grease from the air around your BBQ grill. These vent hoods help improve your grilling experience and offer added benefits like integrated lighting.
Warming Drawers
Keep your food fresh all evening by adding warming drawers to your outdoor kitchen. If you've taken the time to prepare a great meal for family or friends, you want to make sure the last bites taste as good as the first few. These units keep food at the perfect temperature as long as needed, so those you're serving will keep coming back for more.
Additional Grill Accessories
We also offer a premium selection of additional grilling accessories to ensure your outdoor kitchen grilling experience is seamless. Maintain your grill with cleaners, grill covers and grill parts to ensure a long-lasting product, and make the most out of your grilling experience with premium rotisserie kits and grilling tools.
Need Help Accessorizing Your Outdoor Kitchen?
Our product specialists are happy to help you find all the essential accessories needed to complete the outdoor kitchen of your dreams. Our team features experts who have worked with customers and contractors alike, and they know the right questions to ask to help you find exactly what you need. If you’re looking for an extra level of expertise and service, contact us or call 888-690-3773 to speak with a product specialist Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM CST.