Transform your backyard into the ultimate grilling and food prep space with these amazing DIY outdoor kitchen ideas!
Do you spend a lot of time grilling outside during the summer months? Are you tired of going back inside to grab ingredients? Make yourself the ultimate DIY outdoor kitchen and spend more time outside!
You don't need to spend a fortune to create a custom cooking space that rivals the one inside. There are plenty of low budget DIY outdoor kitchen ideas in this list that you can make with basic building supplies.
Need something a little smaller than a full kitchen? Check out these DIY grill station ideas for some inspiration!
So what are you waiting for? Let's get cooking!
DIY outdoor kitchen ideas
You don't need a huge space to create an outdoor kitchen! This compact grill station uses two concrete pavers on top for a heat resistant surface, and a shelf underneath for storage.
This simple outdoor kitchen will satisfy your love of rustic modern design. You may be thinking that waterfall countertop is hard to make, but it's the easiest concrete project you will ever do! I love how the natural wood tones and gray concrete are repeated throughout the space.
An outdoor kitchen that has everything! Equipped with a grill, refrigerator and sink, you have everything you need to cook an amazing meal outdoors. With this DIY outdoor kitchen, you may never cook inside again!
This outside kitchenette has a bar that will seat five, making it the perfect hang out spot for family and friends.
Besides having a built in grill and sink, this outdoor kitchen also has a full pizza oven! Learn how to build to your own with the step-by-step tutorial and everyone will want an invite to your next backyard party.
The frame of this outdoor kitchen is built using 2-bys and finished in reclaimed corrugated metal to match the roof of the barn. The grill easily slides into its designated spot and large counters on both sides give plenty of prep and serving space.
Turn an unused space in your backyard into an outdoor oasis with a pergola, kitchen and dining space! You don't need a huge budget to have an amazing space to entertain family and friends.
When you don't have space for a full outdoor kitchen, this DIY grill cart does a great job of providing a portable prep space! The top is large enough for a tabletop grill and the shelf underneath is perfect for holding all your supplies.
This mobile outdoor kitchen cart has everything you need for entertaining. There is a place for the cooler, hooks to hang your grilling utensils, a towel bar, and even a bottle opener with a cap holder. Set it up next to the grill and your outdoor kitchen is complete!
Sometimes simple is best. This outdoor kitchen idea has plenty of working space around the grill and serves as a bar for drinks as well!
This beautiful outdoor kitchen idea starts with a simple metal frame. Cement board is added and then stone is attached with mortar. Add your outdoor appliances and you're ready for outdoor dining and entertaining!
Who wouldn't love their own outdoor kitchen with a tiki hut? This creative DIY outdoor kitchen idea is going to take you some time, so be prepared. But in the end, you will have the outdoor kitchen of your dreams!
Don't want to build everything from scratch? You can put this outdoor kitchen together in a day! Everything comes shipped to you in the design of your choosing.
I'm so inspired to tackle my own grilling space after checking out all these ideas! Which one is your favorite? I'd love to hear from you in the comments below!
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