Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets

It can sometimes be a bit of a pain for an outdoor chef to find the appropriate outdoor analogue to the indoor kitchen amenities he or she is so accustomed to using. Up until recently, the best outdoor kitchen cabinets were generally nothing but a simple and ugly sheet-metal box, seriously lacking the pizzazz of regular kitchen cabinets. The truth is that most manufacturers for items like cabinets really focus their attention on indoor cabinet needs, and seldom is there a lot of interest in the needs of outdoor cooks. However, there are a number of quality manufacturers out there who are starting to embrace this outdoor market, and the result is a better selection of great outdoor kitchen cabinets that are as attractive as they are functional. After researching the available options, I’ve compiled a list of the three best outdoor kitchen cabinets out there to help you make your decision.

1- The ODK 902 by A & B Accessories

While this may be the most obscure selection on the list (and definitely not the biggest name), it is my personal favorite from this list of the best outdoor kitchen cabinets. Not only is it highly functional, but it exemplifies that great mixture between form and function that can be attained when companies put the right amount of thought into their design. Not only does it have a great wooden look to it, but it holds up great under weathering. What this means is that it won’t just keep your stuff together neatly, but it’ll look great while it’s doing it.

2- Weber Genesis Grill center Accessory Cabinets

The Weber name is one of the most trusted in outdoor cooking, and that’s a reputation that is not won easily. With that name behind them, these cabinets could be made out of tinfoil and sell well, so it’s good to know that Weber put the necessary time in to make them live up to that name. They are stainless steel all around, but are brushed and look very attractive when hooked up to your grill. They are easy to use with other grill centers other than Weber, making them even more versatile. If you like the “easy to maintain” feel of stainles steel, then these may be the best outdoor kitchen cabinets for you.

3- The KitchenAid Stainless Steel Access Cabinet

This is definitely the most affordable of the cabinets on this list, but that doesn’t mean that it’s any less attractive or functional than the others. In fact, I think that the extra removable storage on the door makes these cabinets a little more functional than their more expensive siblings. By providing you with a means to enhance your storage capability, these drawers are able to make cooking outdoors just as easy as cooking indoors. They are very attractive, and they won’t set your bank account on fire when you pay the bill. All around, this is a great cabinet for those looking to enhance their storage while sticking to a budget.

No matter what type of outdoor kitchen cabinets you use, the main thing you’ll need to consider is style. It’s pretty hard to mess up an outdoor cabinet, so you’ll probably find yourself leaning toward whatever model looks better in your backyard. Whether you have a good budget to work with or not, there is something out there that will perfectly match your specifications. This is my list of the best outdoor kitchen cabinets out there, but what are your thoughts? Have you had better luck with other manufacturers or models? If so, let me know and I might even review them here later.

This was written by Jared.