If you’re serious about outdoor cooking and hosting… You’ll want your grill station to be fully functional.
Whether you’re looking for a place to sit, set an appliance, or additional room for food prep… An outdoor kitchen table would certainly help you achieve this elevated functionality!
Luckily, there are outdoor kitchen tables out there to meet all of those needs.
But hold on! Don’t start searching yet. There are so many types of outdoor kitchen tables that serve completely different purposes.
If you don’t narrow down your search… You’ll be sifting through tons of patio furniture options that don’t match your criteria!
So, start by defining the purpose of your outdoor kitchen table.
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What Function Will Your Kitchen Table Outdoors Serve?
Before buying a kitchen table for outdoor use, you first need to consider why you need one.
There are three common types of outdoor kitchen tables… Dining, prep, and appliance tables.
Let’s discuss each.
Outdoor Kitchen Dining Table
Like the table in your indoor dining room, an outdoor dining table is meant to be a place where guests sit, gather, and enjoy a meal together.
Outdoor dining tables come in all shapes, sizes, and styles to fit a variety of outdoor living spaces.
If you’re looking for a solution that’ll make it possible to comfortably dine al fresco… You should be searching for outdoor dining tables!
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Outdoor Prep Table
Perhaps you’re more concerned about making outdoor cooking more convenient… In this case, an outdoor prep table would be a better option.
Outdoor kitchen prep tables tend to be smaller pieces of furniture (like side tables).
They’re great for providing additional countertop room, storage space, and even a place to hang cooking utensils.
Outdoor Appliance Table
Lastly, if you need a place to set a freestanding outdoor appliance (like a flat top grill, pizza oven, or kamado smoker)… Outdoor appliance tables will serve this purpose!
This type of outdoor kitchen table will make your freestanding appliances feel more like a cohesive part of your outdoor kitchen.
So, we’ve covered the different types of outdoor kitchen tables.
As you can see… Knowing exactly what you’re looking for will make it so much easier to pin down the right one.
That being said… There are important considerations regardless of the type of outdoor kitchen table you’re looking for.
Let’s discuss.
Considerations for your Outdoor Kitchen Table
Before you purchase an outdoor kitchen table… You’ll want to be confident that you’re buying a high quality piece of outdoor furniture that will look fantastic alongside your BBQ station.
To start, let’s discuss aesthetics.
Outdoor Kitchen Table Aesthetics
Firstly, you should consider how you want your outdoor kitchen table to look.
Will it be part of a rustic space? Or will it be accompanying a modern outdoor kitchen?
Either way… You’ll want it to flawlessly complement your backyard design, so keep this in mind!
Plus… Your desired aesthetic will help you determine what outdoor kitchen table material you should choose.
Outdoor Kitchen Table Materials
Wood, metal, concrete, and plastic are some of the most common options for outdoor kitchen tables.
Wood outdoor kitchen tables may be tempting… They’re versatile, inexpensive, and easy to find! However, as with wood outdoor kitchens… Wood tables won’t hold up well outdoors.
Especially if you live in a colder, wet climate… Wood furniture will swell, warp, and rot.
Not to mention… Wood is combustible (flammable). So, there’s also a safety risk if you’re planning to place a hot cooking appliance on a wooden tabletop.
Metal is a bit more expensive than wood. Does this mean it’s a better choice?
Well, unless it’s a marine grade aluminum or 304 stainless steel outdoor kitchen table… It’ll be prone to rusting and corrosion (especially if exposed to frequent moisture or humidity).
To accurately gauge if a metal table will hold up, you’ll want to confirm the grade used.
You may also see a few concrete or plastic outdoor kitchen tables out there.
Concrete is an incredibly durable material! There’s no risk of a concrete table getting damaged by the elements.
And though few and far between, some plastic outdoor dining tables are actually quite durable, as well (we’ll share an example of a durable plastic dining table later on).
But regardless of durability… You won’t want to place a cooking appliance on a plastic table! High heat can still warp and melt plastic surfaces.
Now that you have an idea of what to look for in an outdoor dining table, let’s discuss some popular brands.
Outdoor Kitchen Table Brands
There are so many outdoor kitchen tables out there… We narrowed it down to a few highly rated options.
We’ll start with outdoor dining tables.
Outdoor Kitchen Dining Table Brands
If you’re looking for an outdoor kitchen table that’ll make it easy to dine with family or friends… Let’s take a look at some of the best outdoor dining table brands out there.
Kiefer Outdoor Dining Table
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Price: $1,636.00
Size: 74”
Materials: Ivory concrete, resin tabletop, eucalyptus base, interior steel frame.
Warranty: 5 year paid protection plan
First up is the Kiefer Outdoor Dining Table.
This 74” rectangular table comfortably seats six guests.
Its ivory concrete and resin tabletop sits on a solid eucalyptus base (with an interior steel frame for additional support).
The neutral, minimalist finish would look great alongside any outdoor kitchen!
The tabletop is water, UV, rust, and mildew resistant… It will hold up no matter the weather, and it’s easy to keep clean!
Our only concern is with the eucalyptus legs… You’ll have to apply teak, linseed, or other hardwood oil 1-2 times a year to make sure they continue to hold up.
There’s no guaranteed warranty… Though you can purchase a 5 year protection plan.
At the time of writing, you can get this outdoor table for kitchen for $1,636.00.
Darlee Outdoor Living Round Dining Table
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Price: $522.50
Size: 48”
Materials: Cast aluminum
Warranty: 1 year on outdoor dining sets
Next up is Darlee’s Round Dining Table.
This table is made with cast aluminum, with a powder coated antique bronze finish and intricate, decorative design (perfect for a space with a vintage aesthetic).
There’s no chance of this aluminum table rusting… Though if the powder coating chips, it may corrode.
Still… It’s a solid choice for a metal outdoor kitchen table!
With a 48” diameter, it seats 4-5 people.
Darlee offers a one year warranty on their outdoor dining sets.
As for price, it’s currently in stock for $522.50.
Modern Teak Wood Outdoor Patio Dining Table
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Price: $1,999.99
Size: 94.5″
Materials: Unknown Metal
Warranty: 1 year limited warranty for teak dining tables.
This rectangular teak outdoor patio table is a bestseller from Homary.
At 94.5” long… It seats up to eight people.
It features a unique, teak table top that would look great in a modern space!
The table legs are made with metal, but it’s not clear what type… Though Homary claims the frame is durable and weather resistant, it’s worth confirming what material is used.
They also claim that the teak tabletop itself is “naturally resistant to moisture,” and “insect repelling”... However, they recommend resealing every 2-3 months if the table is outdoors for an extended amount of time (as any outdoor kitchen table would be)!
A one year limited warranty covers Homary’s teak dining table.
At the time of writing, the cost is $1,999.99.
Polywood Edge Dining Table
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Price: $899.00 – $1,029.00
Size: 78”
Materials: Recycled plastic
Warranty: 20 year warranty for patio dining sets.
The last dining table is Polywood’s Edge table.
This 78” rectangular patio dining table has room for six chairs.
Its simple design comes in seven colors to fit your preferred aesthetic.
As for material… It’s fully constructed with recycled plastic.
This eco-friendly dining table is highly durable… And will hold up no matter the climate! There’s no risk of rust, corrosion, rotting, or warping. Plus, it’ll be easy to maintain.
Polywood offers a 20 year warranty on their patio dining sets.
Concerning price… It’ll vary from $899.00 – $1,029.00 depending on color.
Alright, that’s enough on dining tables.
If this is what you’re looking for… Hopefully these options will help direct your search!
Now, let’s shift our attention to outdoor kitchen prep tables.
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Outdoor Kitchen Prep Table Brands
Admittedly, it’s difficult to find high quality prep tables. There’s often a lack of clarity on materials used, as well as short warranties.
This indicates that they’re not really intended for long term use.
Even so… If you’re looking for a solution that will last you a few years, let’s take a look at the different brands.
Keter Unity Outdoor Kitchen Work Table
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Price: $247.00
Size: 52.7″ x 20.3″ x 35.2″
Materials: 201 stainless steel
Warranty: 2 year warranty for prep table.
Kicking off our list for prep tables is the Keter Unity Portable Outdoor Table.
This dark grey or espresso, 52.7” x 20.3” x 35.2” outdoor prep table has plenty of sealed storage space, with two large, lockable doors.
It includes a paper towel holder, utensil hooks, a bottle opener, a spice rack, a shelf, and a handle and wheels for easy transport.
This prep table would be super convenient for keeping your workspace uncluttered!
As for materials… It has a 201 stainless steel surface, and a resin base.
Now, 201 stainless steel won’t hold up that well against rust and corrosion, so it’ll be important to keep this table covered when not in use.
The resin, on the other hand, won’t be easily damaged by the elements!
There’s a limited two year warranty on this prep table… Which you can currently get for $247.00.
Cuisinart Outdoor Kitchen Prep Table With Sink
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Price: $220.00
Size: 36″ x 22″
Materials: Stainless steel
Warranty: 1 year limited warranty covers prep table.
Let’s have a look at Cuisinart’s Deluxe Outdoor Prep Table.
This portable table on swiveling casters features a 36” x 22” work surface, two storage shelves, a paper towel and trash bag holder, and a faucet and sink (which can be connected to a garden hose).
This would certainly make grilling more convenient! How will it hold up?
Well… It’s hard to tell! There’s no information on the grade of stainless steel used for the work surface, or what material is used for the table itself. You should confirm these details with Cuisinart prior to purchasing!
A one year limited warranty covers Cuisinart’s prep table.
Cost wise… It goes for $220.00.
Feasto Outdoor Grill Table
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Price: $244.99
Size: 50″ countertop
Materials: Stainless steel
Warranty: 1 year warranty on grill table
Feasto’s portable prep table is next on our list.
It features stainless steel construction… Though again, the grade is unclear. Checking with the manufacturer directly will provide more clarity.
As far as functionality… It includes three shelves, a folding table side, two wheels, four wine bottle holders, a spice rack, hooks, a paper towel and trash bag holder, as well as a large, 50” countertop.
There’ll be plenty of room on this outdoor kitchen prep table with storage for cutting boards, grilling tools, dry ingredients, and more!
Feasto’s grill table is covered by a one year warranty.
At the time of writing, this grill table costs $244.99.
Inkmin Outdoor Kitchen Prep Work Table
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Price: $129.99
Size: 20″ x 35″ x 28″
Materials: Stainless steel
Warranty: Unclear
Last up for prep tables is an option from Inkmin.
This 20” x 35” x 28” table will provide both additional prep space and storage space for your outdoor kitchen!
It includes six hooks for holding BBQ tools, three detachable mesh shelves for holding cookware or other supplies, four lockable wheels, and a drop leaf for additional counter space.
It appears to be made with full stainless steel… Though the grade is unclear. It’s worth checking this with Inkmin!
The warranty on this prep table is also unclear… But it’s the least expensive outdoor prep table option, costing just $129.99.
So, that’s it for outdoor prep tables!
Outdoor Kitchen Appliance Table Brands
Now, outdoor appliance tables are a more specific type of furniture…
If you have a freestanding appliance (like a pizza oven or kamado smoker)… You’ll need a table to set it on to make it a cohesive addition to your outdoor kitchen!
Let’s talk about good appliance table brands.
TORVA Outdoor Prep Table for Pizza Oven
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Price: $145.96
Size: 34″ x 19″ x 33″
Materials: Wood, recycled plastic, stainless steel
Warranty: 20 year warranty on all products
The first appliance table we’ll be discussing is from TORVA.
This 34” x 19” x 33” portable appliance stand doubles as a prep table. Though it’s less functional than some of the other prep tables we’ve talked about, it does include a shelf and bars to hang BBQ tools from.
Of course, its main purpose is to hold a pizza oven or other freestanding, portable outdoor appliance (such as a griddle).
It has a maximum weight recommendation of 40 pounds… So, it’s best for small appliances!
It’s available in five finishes: black, white, grey, brown, and wood.
The wood option has a wooden frame (as you could’ve guessed), and a stainless steel top.
The other options are made with a combination of stainless steel (for the tabletop) and durable, HDPE recycled plastic (for the frame).
The grade of stainless steel used for the tabletop is unclear… Though TORVA claims it’s resistant to all weather, rust proof, and “suitable for long term use.”
To be sure… You should still confirm the grade used with TORVA!
Despite this lack of clarity… TORVA’s products are covered by a 20 year warranty!
At the time of writing… You can purchase this table for $145.96
Ooni Modular Outdoor Kitchen Grill Table
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Price: $349.00
Size: 31″ x 31″ x 35″
Materials: Stainless steel
Warranty: 1 year on all Ooni products
Next… Let’s talk about another appliance table for pizza ovens.
This modular table from Ooni stands on four legs with casters. It has two adjustable height, mesh shelves, as well as built-in hooks for storing BBQ accessories.
Ooni is best known for their portable pizza ovens… Which are the perfect size for sitting on this 31” x 31” x 35” tabletop.
That being said… It doesn’t have to be used with an Ooni pizza oven! As long as your freestanding appliance fits… It doesn’t matter what you’re placing on it (as long as it’s under the 132 pound maximum weight capacity).
With that hefty weight limit… You could probably even get away with putting a propane tank on the lower shelf to easily fuel portable gas appliances!
Regarding materials… It has a powder coated steel frame, and a stainless steel tabletop.
The powder coated frame should hold up relatively well outdoors… Though if it does chip, the steel underneath could be prone to rust.
And Ooni doesn’t specify the grade of stainless steel used… If you’re interested in this table, you should confirm these details prior to purchasing!
All Ooni products are covered by a one year warranty.
Price wise… This appliance table is currently $349.00.
Rock Run Cabinetry Sierra Grill Stand
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Price: $2,200.00
Size: 51″ x 29″ x 35.25″
Materials: Aluminum
Warranty: Lifetime warranty
Kamado grills (like the Big Green Egg) are also popular freestanding appliances. Though due to their heavy weight and large size… They likely won’t fit on a pizza oven table.
Luckily, there are outdoor kitchen tables designed specifically to fit kamado grills!
One such table is the Sierra Grill Cart from Rock Run Cabinetry.
This portable, 51” x 29” x 35.25” grill table is designed to fit in smaller outdoor kitchen designs.
There are 12 neutral color choices to choose from… So you won’t have to worry about it looking out of place!
It has two doors for maximum storage, a bit of counter space, and four wheels for easy transportation.
It can be customized with risers to fit any kamado grill… Including the various sizes of Big Green Egg, Kamado Joe, Primo, or other similarly sized models (like the Coyote Asado).
Material wise… It’s made with heavy duty, weatherproof, powder coated aluminum to withstand the elements. However, if that powder coating chips, you’ll still have to be wary of corrosion!
There’s a limited lifetime warranty on this kamado grill cart… Which you can currently purchase for $2,200.00.
Challenger Designs Ceramic Kamado Grill Cart
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Price: $3,014.00
Size: 54″
Materials: Aluminum
Warranty: Lifetime warranty
If that kamado grill cart doesn’t appeal to you… Let’s look at another option from Challenger Designs!
This portable table is custom built to fit medium or large ceramic grills.
It has plenty of counter space for additional food prep room, as well as three doors providing ample storage.
There are five countertop coloring options, and 6 cabinet colors to choose from.
As with the option from Rock Run Cabinetry… It’s made with full aluminum construction. Again… The aluminum may eventually corrode if exposed to the elements long term.
Even so… There’s also a limited lifetime warranty on this grill table!
Concerning price… It costs $3,014.00.
Alright, we’ve gone over a lot of options for an outdoor kitchen table.
But which brands are the best?
The Best Outdoor Kitchen Tables
Whether you’re looking for an outdoor dining table, a prep table, or an appliance table… You’re probably curious which options are best.
Best Outdoor Dining Table
For the best outdoor dining table… You really can’t go wrong with any of the offerings above! It really depends on your personal preferences.
Though if we had to pick one… Polywood stands out.
With the most robust warranty, the longest lasting materials, and most versatile design… We really can’t find anything to critique!
Best Outdoor Prep Table
As far as the best prep table…
Any of the prep tables we listed may be good short term solutions!
The best for you really depends on what you’re looking for.
If you want an outdoor kitchen table with sink… The Cuisinart option would be best!
But if you want an outdoor kitchen table with storage… The Keter or Inkman outdoor kitchen prep tables would be better choices.
And for the largest cooking surface… The Feasto table is a clear winner!
No matter what you get… You’ll likely have to replace it in a few years to keep your outdoor kitchen functional, so keep this in mind!
Best Outdoor Appliance Table
It’s even more difficult to recommend the best appliance table… After all, it really depends on what type of appliance you’re looking to put on it.
For smaller appliances… The TORVA table certainly has a more robust warranty! Though the table from Ooni has a much better weight capacity.
And you really can’t go wrong with either of the kamado tables! They’re so similar… It’s hard to choose one. If we had to, the Sierra Grill Cart is a more cost effective solution… Which includes just as many great features as the Challenger table.
Alright… At this point, you hopefully have a better understanding of what to look for in an outdoor kitchen table!
But hang on…
Before you start shopping… There’s yet another way to increase your grill station’s functionality… One where you can get a long lasting prep table, outdoor dining table, and appliance table all in one place.
Let’s see what it is.
An All in One Outdoor Kitchen Table Solution
Adding an outdoor kitchen table will certainly boost your backyard’s functionality!
But what if we told you there was a more convenient way to add a dining area, an appliance stand, and a prep station to your outdoor space… Without having to shop around and purchase from multiple retailers?
Let us bring RTA outdoor kitchens to the table.
An RTA kitchen island will provide a space for outdoor dining… Ample counter space for outdoor cooking… Designated tables for outdoor appliances… And more!
With an outdoor kitchen bar table with seating, a BBQ island for cooking, and custom kamado or pizza oven stands… You can easily grill and entertain, all in one place.
There’s no need to purchase separate outdoor kitchen tables to make your backyard setup functional!
And if it’s versatility you’re looking for… You can easily customize your outdoor kitchen island table to include any appliances you’d like (including outdoor sinks, refrigerators, ice makers, pizza ovens, built-in grills, and more).
Whether you’re cooking a meal, prepping drinks, or just kicking back and relaxing by an outdoor fire pit with friends… An outdoor bar and grill island is the perfect spot for any (or all) of the above!
Even better… You won’t have to worry about your outdoor grill station not holding up long term. Our kitchen islands are made with high performance concrete rated for 100 years, and backed by a lifetime warranty. You’ll never have to replace it!
If your interest is piqued… Don’t hesitate to peruse our Learning Hub for everything you need to know about planning an outdoor kitchen project.
And when you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll be here to help you get started!
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An outdoor kitchen table is a flat, raised surface that can be used either for outdoor dining and entertainment, for placing an outdoor appliance on, or for outdoor food prep. It’s a simple way to boost your backyard’s functionality!
