Outdoor Kitchens in Kirkland & the Eastside
An outdoor kitchen on the Eastside costs $25,000 to $120,000 built, from a grill island with counter space to a full kitchen under a pavilion with a sink, refrigeration, a pizza oven and seating. Hans Construction designs them for a climate where the kitchen sits through six months of rain: covered where it matters, drained where it cannot be, and built from materials that do not swell, rust or stain.
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Three levels of outdoor kitchen
| Level | What it includes | Installed range |
|---|---|---|
| Grill station | Built-in gas grill, 6 – 8 ft of counter, storage doors, gas line | $25,000 – $40,000 |
| Cooking and prep | Grill, side burner, sink with drain, under-counter fridge, 10 – 14 ft of counter, lighting | $45,000 – $75,000 |
| Full outdoor kitchen | Grill, pizza oven or griddle, sink, refrigeration, bar seating, roof or pavilion, heaters | $75,000 – $120,000+ |
Roof structures are priced separately when designed as a pavilion; see Patio Roofs & Pavilions.
Materials that survive here
- Frames: welded aluminum or steel stud frames with cement board; never wood framing inside a kitchen island.
- Cladding: natural stone veneer, porcelain tile, or stucco.
- Counters: granite, quartzite or concrete; quartz fades and can discolor in direct sun.
- Cabinets and doors: 304 stainless steel or marine-grade polymer.
- Appliances: outdoor-rated, with covers for the off-season.
Utilities — outdoor kitchen
Gas comes from the house meter or a dedicated line; we size it for every burner running at once. A sink needs a drain: to a dry well, to a garden, or to the house sewer through a code-compliant connection, depending on what the city allows. Water lines are sloped to drain for winter shutoff. Electrical runs on a GFCI-protected dedicated circuit, with weather-resistant outlets in the counter backsplash.
Covered or open
An open kitchen is used in summer. A covered kitchen is used for birthdays in March. If the budget allows only one upgrade, a roof over the grill and prep area extends the season more than any appliance. Grills under a roof need clearances and sometimes a vent hood; we follow the grill maker's ceiling and wall clearance specifications. More on planning for the weather in Outdoor Kitchens That Survive Northwest Winters.
How we build it — outdoor kitchen
- Design: work triangle, landing space beside the grill, distance to the house kitchen, seating, sight lines.
- Permit where gas, electrical, plumbing or a roof is involved.
- Base: pavers, concrete or a reinforced deck section; a full kitchen on a deck needs its own footings.
- Utility trenching and rough-in.
- Island frame, cladding, counters.
- Appliances, lighting, final connections and inspections.
An outdoor kitchen we built
Covered outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and stone island
Outdoor kitchen questions
Can an outdoor kitchen go on a deck?
Yes, with framing and footings designed for its weight; stone and counters add up quickly. Many clients put the kitchen on a paver pad at deck level instead.
What do I do with it in winter?
Shut off and drain the water line, cover the grill, and leave the refrigerator unplugged or on if it is rated for low temperatures. Under a roof, many owners keep cooking all year.
Is a pizza oven worth it?
For families who will use it monthly, yes. Wood-fired ovens need a chimney and clearances; gas ovens are simpler to place.
Will stone counters stain?
Granite and quartzite resist grease well when sealed once a year. Concrete needs a quality sealer and more care.
Do I need a permit?
For the gas, plumbing and electrical work, yes, and for any roof over it.
Send a photo of where the grill lives now. We will design the kitchen around it.