Updated on Jun. 27, 2025
Looking to up your outdoor entertainment game? An outdoor kitchen bar is the perfect place to gather, cook and serve drinks to your favorite people.
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This outdoor kitchen bar features suspended bar stools from @seatinginnovations. The swivel stools return to their resting position after every use with one smooth movement. That means your outdoor kitchen bar always looks tidy — no toppled-over stools in windy weather! Learn how to build a bar stool.
The gazebo and roof protect the kitchen area, including the TV, so you can comfortably watch the game while you drink and dine.
A floating outdoor kitchen bar, like this one from @byardpro, provides a large extra work surface for food prep and can also function as a serving or sitting area. This simple design looks sleek and clean, perfect for a modern or minimalist style backyard.
This luxurious bar area by @cmmcustomhomes includes a sink, built-in refrigerators and a drainage tray to keep the bar clean while you serve up cocktails. Extend your barbecue area with a bar like this and your guests will never want to leave! Check out our collection of the best outdoor sink ideas.
Bring the outdoors in with an indoor-outdoor bar like this one from @raili_ca_design. The accordion-style windows open up the kitchen and let you to serve directly to the outdoor bar. This gives you all the access and conveniences of your full-size kitchen without missing the party outside.
The multi-tone stone veneer on this outdoor kitchen bar by @vision.one01 helps it blend into the surroundings. Manufactured stone is much lighter than natural stone so it doesn’t require structural supports like footings, foundations or wall ties. That makes it a great choice for a DIY project like this one.
The semi-open layout feels welcoming yet protected, so you can comfortably dine at the bar without being fully exposed to the elements.
This pool-side gazebo from @andreawestdesign features everything you need to entertain outdoors, including a grill and beverage refrigerator. Pull up a chair at the bar and watch the kids swim while you dine al fresco. And thanks to the built-in wall lantern and string lights, the party doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down.
Even if you lack a large backyard, a simple L-shape bar and barbecue area makes the perfect outdoor kitchen space. This one from @gramsfarmhouse was an entirely DIY project!
The base features built-in cabinets for storage, while the rich stain finish looks beautiful and protects the wood from the elements. The granite countertop is a great choice because it won’t discolor in direct sunlight and tolerates high heat and stormy weather.
A rolling outdoor kitchen island with bar seating lets you keep your outdoor kitchen layout flexible. Roll the island where you need it as you cook and serve your outdoor meal.
This outdoor kitchen bar by @newnature93 features modern oak paneling, stone veneer and a granite waterfall counter on the bar. A waterfall countertop will cost more, but it pays off in style, giving your outdoor space a sleek and luxurious finish. If you like this, then you must check out our list of modern outdoor kitchen ideas.
Bakman Concrete offers outdoor kitchen kits, including this curved bar built from their signature quarry stone and topped with a granite counter. Each kit comes with pre-cut pieces packaged on pallets, an instruction guide, safety gloves and adhesive. It’s so easy you can put together your outdoor kitchen bar in one afternoon!
Regularly clean surfaces with mild soap and seal countertops annually, says Jamie Delaney, Realtor® with the Terebey Relocation Team, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, serving New Jersey. “Use stainless steel cleaners to prevent corrosion,” she suggests. “Regular debris removal prevents mold and ensures longevity.”
Delaney says the most cost-effective and durable materials for outdoor kitchens are concrete countertops. which run for about $50-$100 per sq.ft., stainless steel appliances and brick veneer. “Additionally, pressure-treated lumber or composite cabinetry balances affordability and longevity,” she says.
Jamie Delaney is a realtor with the Terebey Relocation Team, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, serving New Jersey.
