Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets

Doors, drawers or both?

Choose access doors to reach gas connections, power and the propane tank, or to store tall items. Single and double doors suit different openings. Choose outdoor storage drawers for tools, plates, spices and towels. A combo puts both in one cutout under the grill. For enclosed storage rather than an opening into the island cavity, look at a dry storage pantry.

What to look for in outdoor kitchen cabinets

Stainless steel is weather resistant and wipes clean. Look for double-wall doors and magnetic latches; Fire Magic also offers soft close and a rain gasket. Weather resistance does not mean every compartment is enclosed, so check the design if you need to keep contents dry.

A masonry frame adds a one-inch return for a clean edge against stone, brick or stucco. Choose a vented door or vented tank pull-out for a gas compartment. Before you install anything, check the listing's cutout dimensions, not just the larger overall face size.

Plan the rest of the island

Leave space for an outdoor-rated fridge in the frame and sinks and faucets in the countertop. Add a side burner beside the grill, consider a vent hood for a covered kitchen, or choose a warming drawer to keep food hot until serving.

Still planning the structure? Browse BBQ islands, kits and components for the frame these pieces fit into. Or choose complete outdoor kitchen islands with doors and drawers already built in.

Our storage brands

Summerset storage offers hingeless doors, bar handles and masonry-frame options. Fire Magic doors and drawers include insulated fronts, lock-and-key doors and a black finish line.

American Outdoor Grill storage includes a pantry and formed handles that match AOG grills. Wildfire island components include doors, drawers and combos in stainless or black stainless.

Why buy your outdoor kitchen cabinets here?

We are an authorized dealer for all four brands, so the full manufacturer warranty applies. Summerset backs its pieces with a lifetime warranty. Browse our full outdoor kitchen collection to plan the rest of your space. Have a size, cutout or fit question? Call us and we will talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best material for outdoor kitchen cabinets?

Stainless steel is a practical choice because it handles rain, sun and grease and wipes clean. Every door, drawer and combo here is stainless steel. Masonry-frame versions suit stone and brick island finishes.

What are the common problems with outdoor cabinets?

Water getting in, rattling or slamming doors, rust and incorrectly measured openings are common problems. Stainless steel, double-wall doors and magnetic latches help address wear and rattling. Fire Magic offers rain gaskets and soft close. Measure the cutout before ordering.

Do outdoor kitchen cabinets need to be vented?

The compartment holding a propane tank or gas connection needs ventilation so gas cannot collect inside the island. Choose a vented door or vented tank pull-out for that bay. Plain doors and drawers suit tools and plates.

Doors, drawers or a combo, which do I need?

Doors give you access to gas, power and the tank, plus room for tall items. Drawers hold tools, plates, spices, towels and trash. A combo stacks drawers over a door in one cutout, often under the grill.