What does it take to create the ultimate outdoor kitchen? A great cooking area begins with comfortable seating, proper lighting, sufficient storage, and a space to unwind and savor meals. For some, it’ll become the go-to spot for summer and early autumn gatherings. For others, it'll serve as a place for family to come together during holidays and long meals.

Designing this little slice of paradise depends on your budget, the size of your space, and how functional you need it to be.

What Makes an Outdoor Kitchen Perfect?

The Grill - truly is the heart of your kitchen. Choosing the right natural gas grill is crucial. To simplify the decision-making process, think about the types of food you cook and the number of guests you’ll be entertaining.

The Space - starts with a patio - the size of which will depend on your budget and the additional features you want to incorporate into your kitchen. You can go big and luxurious or keep it small, cozy, and simple.

Countertops and Prep Areas: You don’t want to keep running inside for this ingredient and back out for that. You need a space that allows you to prepare an entire holiday feast, even if it’s just a Sunday dinner. You’ve got plenty of options, from stainless steel to indoor-outdoor countertops.

Storage Space - is also key since you’ll have gadgets that you’ll want to store outside. Indoor storage can be limited, so outdoor storage makes it easy to keep the tools you need and access them where you need them.

Appliances - besides the grill, there are various options like fridges, ice makers, pizza ovens, etc. The range is quite extensive for outdoor kitchens.

The finishing touches include lighting, comfy seating, and a dining area where you can fully enjoy life.

Selecting the Best Outdoor Gas Grills

A high-quality stainless steel natural gas grill is tough to beat for an outdoor kitchen. You could also opt for an LP grill or even a portable propane grill, which is perfect if you’re looking to save space.

Many people save space and add convenience by including a grilling station with an island. Here are two examples:

Gensun 57" Modano and Gensun 67" Modano - these pre-fabricated grill islands make designing the perfect outdoor kitchen much easier. The prefabrication reduces a lot of the labor involved, and you can customize the island to match your cooking and entertaining needs.

Model 67 Mod - Made for PGS Grills

The Gensun 67" Modano grill island has a full measure with countertop: 67" W x 31 1/2" D x 36" H and fits perfectly with PGS Newport and Pacifica series grills.

Model 57 Mod

The Gensun 57" Modano grill island has a full measure with countertop: 57" W x 31 1/2" D x 36" H and is also designed to fit PGS Newport and Pacifica series grills.

Both offer:

Perks include:

• Fully welded and durably made from extruded aluminum frames, giving the island strength, durability, and weather resistance.
• Sturdy and enduring extruded/stamped aluminum doors, plus back and end panels made from extruded/stamped aluminum.
• Exceptional stainless steel hardware for durability and advanced weatherproofing.
• Ease and convenience featuring removable drawers for easy cleaning.
• Safety and Stability with One-inch adjustable legs to handle uneven surfaces and provide a perfect 36" total height.
• Stability and Safety for piped or bottled gas with features like brackets to hold and position gas and electric lines.
• Time and Labor savings - The pre-assembled islands are ready to go.

Accessories for Outdoor Living

We make accessorizing your outdoor kitchen easy.

Beverage Center with Ice

What meal isn’t complete without drinks? We have two sizes of stainless steel beverage centers, with the larger model having a 27" opening. It’s easy to fill with ice and not only keeps your drinks cold but also helps with food safety. Keep condiments like mayo on ice and foods like salads crisp and fresh in summer’s heat. Model LBC is easy to install and ready to add to your island or custom-built masonry station. Use one for drinks and another for food, or combine both in a single unit.

Natural Gas Grill Extension

The PGS double side burner expands the surface area of your grill. This extra space is perfect for pots and pans instead of adding them to the grill surface. You get a better heating surface for cooking meals that would normally be done on a range but can be handled easily outdoors. Model DSBKLMS keeps you out of the kitchen and right in the middle of family and friends.

Secure Storage

Model M2DS is a two-drawer storage unit that you can add to a pre-fabricated island or integrate into a custom-built unit. Storage is vital for any well-functioning kitchen - whether indoors or outdoors.

Cut-out dimensions are 14" W x 20" H making one unit large enough for smaller outdoor kitchens and a perfect size to add multiple units for larger kitchen areas.

These are two essential tools that form the foundation for designing the perfect outdoor kitchen. There are more considerations:

Seasonal Enhancements

It’s a pity to create a stunning outdoor living area and then shut it down at the end of summer. However, you can extend the outdoor living season with a few additions. These include:

Patio Comfort Heaters - are radiant heaters that work effectively in an outdoor setting. Since they don’t warm the air, they are more energy-efficient than gas or electric heaters.

Turn on the heaters early and enjoy coffee with your spouse or friends on chilly mornings while the rest of the world is still waking up.

Sunglo heaters are easy to install with a fixed gas line and provide excellent results in uncovered seating areas like outdoor restaurants. If your goal is to create an amazing outdoor retreat with dining and grilling, then Sunglo heaters are essential.

With this collection of outdoor living kitchen tools, it’s easy to design, build, and enjoy the perfect outdoor kitchen. How you design your outdoor kitchen depends on how you plan to use that space. Reach out to our outdoor living experts for questions, product suggestions, and to begin the process of building the perfect outdoor kitchen.