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16 Must-Have Outdoor Kitchen Accessories and Appliances
Create the ultimate outdoor kitchen! From must-have basics to creature comforts, here are 16 outdoor kitchen accessories and appliances to prepare your space for cooking and entertaining.
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An outdoor kitchen is every homeowner's dream. It offers a relaxing atmosphere to prepare meals and to dine al fresco with family and friends. But aside from the grill and a table, what are some of the must-have outdoor kitchen accessories you need to create the ultimate cooking space and entertain guests? From wood-fired pizza ovens to specialized fridges that keep refreshments chilled, here are 16 outdoor kitchen accessories and appliances for cooking and entertaining in your backyard space.
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Building Your Outdoor Kitchen: The Essentials
As you create an outdoor kitchen with a grilling station, you need some essential accessories and appliances.- Outdoor Grill Whether you prefer gas or charcoal, you're going to need a grill. With the numerous variety of grills available, take a look at Abt's outdoor grills for sale and our comprehensive Outdoor Grill Buying Guide to discover the right model for you.
- Vent Hoods/Panels If your grill is installed under a covered patio, beneath an overhang or in a tightly enclosed space with limited airflow, add a vent hood or vent panel for proper gas venting.
- Compact Refrigerator Another essential outdoor kitchen appliance is a compact fridge. Keep your refreshments chilled and your meat ready to throw on the grill with a refrigerator in your outdoor area. If there are sauces or rubs you love using when you grill, an outdoor refrigerator is the perfect solution to keep them close by.
- Trash Bin or Trash Compactor It seems like a no-brainer, but a quality trash can secures food waste from critters and keeps odors to a minimum.
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Outdoor Kitchen Cooking Accessories
Why limit yourself to just a grill? Add some additional accessories to expand your outdoor kitchen's cooking versatility.- Flat Top Griddle Griddles are fantastic for cooking eggs, pancakes, seafood, sauces and burgers. They're a great way to change up standard grill fare.
- Power Burner Power burners are great for simmering pots of soups and sauces. Think barbecue marinades or thick gumbos for your summer backyard soirees. They're also great for making additional sides if your grill is already covered in other food, or preventing cross-contamination if one of your guests has dietary restrictions.
- Pizza Ovens Whether you love classic Margherita or a controversial Hawaiian, an outdoor pizza oven offers a way to make authentic pies without ordering takeout. Abt has options from the most popular brands, such as Ooni, Alfa, Coyote and Fontana, with different sizes and price points for any outdoor kitchen.
- Grill Accessories Don't forget to grab all the extra grill accessories you might need. Consider options such as a grill cover, drip pans, brushes and heavy-duty utensils. The right accessories make both cooking on your grill and storing it at the end of the season easier.
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Outdoor Bar Appliances
Enjoy a cold one without having to step foot in the house. Install one of these handy bar accessories to keep all your drinks cold.- Ice Makers Ice makers are a convenient outdoor kitchen accessory. Never run out of ice at a party ever again! They're also handy if you need to top off a cooler or ice bucket.
- Wine Coolers A step up from a compact fridge, a wine cooler can keep bottles from your favorite vintner chilled to a precise temperature.
- Kegerators If craft beer is more your style, a kegerator can keep your favorite brews on draft. They're perfect for hosting, as your guests can help themselves when they're ready for a refill.
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Seating and Dining Areas
Make sure to provide some extra comfort and seating in your outdoor kitchen's entertaining area. This way, you'll enjoy even more hours of good conversation and al fresco dining.- Patio Dining Tables If you love to serve family feasts or to have guests over for a barbecue, you need a place to serve meals and sit. Abt offers patio tables in all different shapes, seating capacities and colors to help you choose the perfect style for your outdoor kitchen.
- Conversational Seating If you have the room, add some conversational seating with some outdoor lounge chairs or a sofa to relax with a cocktail or glass of wine. It offers an ideal space for your guests to enjoy the evening after the meal is over.
- Bar Stools If your outdoor kitchen is equipped with a built-in bar, add extra casual seating with bar stools. This way, everyone can mingle around the bar/cooking area. Otherwise, you're not getting the most out of your outdoor bar.
- Fire Pit Create some ambiance with a fire bowl or fire pit. Many patio coffee tables offer a built-in fire bowl that you can cover to make more room for extra serving dishes. Plus, the warmth from the fire allows you to enjoy your outdoor space into the fall.
- Patio Heaters Speaking of enjoying your outdoor kitchen into the fall, patio heaters are excellent for keeping you warm when temperatures dip. They lack the same ambiance as a fire, but they're very efficient at keeping a space warm. They're especially helpful at night, when even summer days can cool off.
Ready to Accessorize Your Outdoor Kitchen?
Hopefully, these accessory and appliance suggestions spark some creativity to help you outfit the ultimate outdoor kitchen. You can find just about everything you need to build your perfect outdoor kitchen at Abt, whether you're local or across the country. Shop everything outdoor online or in-store at our Glenview showroom.
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