15 Outdoor Kitchen Plans and Design Ideas

U-Shaped Outdoor Kitchen

This bright, U-shaped outdoor kitchen is the definition of luxe. Destiny at Just Destiny Mag designed her outdoor kitchen to include an area to prep food and then enjoy it afterward in a sectioned-off dining area.

Outdoor Kitchen With Dining Area

Leslie from My 100-Year-Old Home designed this charming, rustic U-shaped uncovered outdoor kitchen that is ideal for cooking and hosting.

This plan started with a smoker and barbecue, then was built out from there. There is an island with eating and prep space, storage, an ice maker, a fridge, and a sink. There are also two burners on the side of the BBQ when the kitchen island was built. On the side of the outdoor kitchen, there is a full-length table, perfect for entertaining and dining.

DIY Covered Outdoor Kitchen

If you want a covered outdoor kitchen, take note from Marite over at Marite Does It. This plan started with the measurement of the grill, which informed the plans for the frame. Pressure-treated wood was used for any portions that would be exposed to outdoor elements and regular wood was used for pieces that would be covered.

Simple Build DIY Outdoor Kitchen

This simply perfect covered outdoor kitchen designed and built by Chelsee at The House Of Hood is a project anyone can take on. Featuring a grill, a stove, and plenty of countertop space for prepping and serving, this covered outdoor kitchen has all the essentials you need.

Outdoor Kitchen With Island

This DIY outdoor kitchen from Remodelholic started as just an ordinary patio. This space became a lovely outdoor kitchen with the addition of cabinets, concrete counters, a sink, and a built-in grill and refrigerator. Small details such as a river rock backsplash, extra shelving, a TV, and fun decor make this space somewhere the family can gather over the weekend or even after a long day.

DIY Outdoor Kitchen on a Deck

In this outdoor kitchen plan from The Cow Spot, the kitchen is built on an existing part of a deck. It includes a cinder block and brick pizza oven, a built-in area for the grill, custom cabinets, concrete counters, and a place for a Big Green Egg. This plan takes you through the build weekend-by-weekend, giving lots of directions, tips, and tricks.

Outdoor Kitchen Build

A large concrete patio becomes home to a great entertaining space with this DIY outdoor kitchen plan from Refresh Restyle. A closed pergola is built to protect the kitchen against the elements, and then the cabinets are added, leaving room for a grill, refrigerator, Big Green Egg, and a small hot water heater. There's abundant countertop and prep space and a place for the outdoor sink. A large TV, dining room table, and ceiling fans make this kitchen somewhere you'll never want to leave.

Backyard Wood Fired Pizza Oven

A popular item for an outdoor kitchen is a wood-fired pizza oven, and this free plan from Tikkido shows you exactly how to build one and incorporate it into your outdoor kitchen. This large pizza oven is built with a cinder block base and then shaped with a wooden frame and brick dome. As a finishing touch, decorative stone is added to the outside of the oven.

Rustic Outdoor Kitchen

This rustic outdoor kitchen is airy and perfect. Caitlin Pappas of @nest.out.west built a small outdoor kitchen complete with DIY waterfall countertops with a concrete appearance, string lights, a grill, prep space, and more. Plenty of seating areas and space to relax make this the ultimate oasis.

Lake House Outdoor Kitchen

This gorgeous outdoor kitchen and dining area from Savvy Apron cost under $200 for the kitchen itself, thanks to using materials they already had, including a grill. The open-concept outdoor kitchen features plenty of countertop space for food prep, storage, and a fridge.

L-Shaped Outdoor Kitchen

This linear layout outdoor kitchen designed by Maite Granda has plenty of appealing contrast with brick, concrete, stainless steel, and wood. A sink, grill, countertop prep space, and plenty of closed storage make this the ultimate outdoor kitchen. If you have a pool in your home, sectioning off the dining area from the pool with a clear glass sheet railing is a great idea and easy to do yourself.

Deck DIY Outdoor Kitchen

Sonya from At Home With The Barkers transformed her deck into a tiny kitchen and cozy hangout spot. The deck was extended five feet to make space for the cooking station. A tin roof was added to the kitchen area to protect appliances from the elements. There is also plenty of prep space and storage for cooking supplies.

Easy DIY Kitchen With Wooden Frame

Simple is best, and that's exactly the design ethos Melanie at Simple Made Pretty used to create her outdoor kitchen. A basic wood frame was created the frame for the prep space, fridge, and storage. A grill facing the prep area makes cooking outdoors a breeze.

Small Outdoor Galley Kitchen

If you prefer to section off your kitchen, this beautiful outdoor kitchen design by Maite Granda will give you the perfect inspiration. This small outdoor kitchen features a galley-style layout with a sink, barbeque, fridge, and storage for any cooking necessities. The hanging light fixtures are functional and stylish. You can hardwire lights or use a DIY solution that will light up your own outdoor kitchen including simply using battery-operated bulbs.

Sectioned-Off Outdoor Kitchen

Jess and Matt at The Brain & The Brawn designed and added a small outdoor kitchen while completely overhauling their entire backyard. This kitchen is located adjacent to the main exit from their interior kitchen area to cut costs—it was already wired and hooked up for electricity, water, and gas. Plus, the area was unused, meaning no demolition or extra construction was necessary.