Outdoor Kitchen

TurtleTiger

I'm building a new house and I'm having an outdoor kitchen built.  I have gas stubbed out but I don't really want a gas grill.  I'm debating on a two lbge set-up with a twin gas burner on the side or a lbge, gas grill, and a 2 gas burner on the side.  I currently only have one bge but I should be able to pick up another.  I am just not sure about resell later down the road. 

Also, I found a picture/plans online for the cut out at 16" tall, 25" wide, and 27" deep.  Counter height 36" and it said 36" deep but looks like 30" on the drawing.   Is this a good measurement to give builder?

clweed

what is the cut out dimension for? Also consider making everything portable so you can take it with you.

TurtleTiger

The cut-out is for the large BGE.  Portable may be difficult but I'll see. 

SmokeyPitt

Perhaps this will help. If the counter is 30 or 36 inches deep I suppose you could just center the egg, but I think I would be inclined to put the hole closer to the front of the counter.  I think the important measurements are 21 inch diameter for the cutout, and 15 inches from the shelf to the counter (the A measurement in the plans).  

BGE TP LARGE - Big Green Egg

TurtleTiger

Yes it will be against a brick wall and I want to be able to open the lid without hitting wall. I will pull it closer to the front.  Anyone know the dimension of a large from front to back of open lid?

WeberWho

I'd build the kitchen with the 2 gas burner but wouldn't have any grill built into it if worried about resale. You might designate a space for a couple eggs in nests. That way the future homeowner still has space to slide in his/her gasser and still has the benefits of an outdoor kitchen. 

DaveRichardson

How about keeping the eggs in the nests and rolling them into the cutouts and then adding in fascia to disguise the nests.  Then you can easily remove for cleanouts/replacement/etc.

TurtleTiger

Those are pretty good ideas.  Lots to think about. 

clweed

Something else to think About

http://challengerdesignsllc.com/preconfigured-collection

Scott805

Here is how I did mine.  Works great!

brianbala

Here's a photo of an outdoor egg-station i had built for our deck.  I can measure later tonight if you want

GATraveller

If you run gas you may want to consider a Blackstone type flatop.

blasting

@TurtleTiger   I  would second the thoughts of @GATraveller about incorporating a Blackstone.  

 http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1182676/ot-blackstone-36-griddle-is-legit/p1

An induction burner would be something else I wouldn't want to be without.  Besides being handy as a regular burner, add a cast iron pot and it makes a great deep fry station.

Ladeback69

@Scott805, that is one nice set up.  I am thinking of just keeping my XL in it's nest and build a rolling entertainment center to go along with my SS prep table.  That way I can move the egg around based on how the wind is blowing.  I don't like it when the smoke it blowing in my face.  I like the Challenger stuff, but not the price tag.

Thatgrimguy

Lots of outdoor kitchens in this thread

http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1168392/show-us-your-cookin-spot#latest

NPHuskerFL

Definitely consider a flattop griddle like the Blackstone. 

TurtleTiger

Ok. I'll check out the black stone options.  There are some pretty amazing set-ups.  I'll take photos once everything is finalized. 

feef706

@Scott805 that is one sweet setup. I love the rustic look and the vaulted porch. One question, is your brick on your house stained or painted, or is that the color it came. I love the color, mine is old clayish red/orange and am trying to figure out how to change without spending a fortune. I've seen quite a few painted and it seems to hold up ok.

TurtleTiger

Chubbs

Really nice and love your choice of flagstone

Thatgrimguy

Looks incredible!! I bet y'all are really enjoying that space.

nickybobby16

TurtleTiger said:

Hey TurtleTiger, I thought I recognized this house. You are just down the street from me. This is an awesome setup. Who built your flagstone and BGE kitchen?

DeltaNu1142

nickybobby16 said:

Hey TurtleTiger, I thought I recognized this house. You are just down the street from me. This is an awesome setup. Who built your flagstone and BGE kitchen?

First post: I know where you live.

  

Welcome to the forum.

Thatgrimguy

nickybobby16 said:

TurtleTiger said:

Hey TurtleTiger, I thought I recognized this house. You are just down the street from me. This is an awesome setup. Who built your flagstone and BGE kitchen?

It's a small world after all!

TurtleTiger

Thatgrimguy said:

nickybobby16 said:

TurtleTiger said:

Hey TurtleTiger, I thought I recognized this house. You are just down the street from me. This is an awesome setup. Who built your flagstone and BGE kitchen?

It's a small world after all!

Dilworth did all the work as part of the build.  I'm planning to add a cedar awning, upper cabinets, and some additional lighting.  My wife and I love it and being able to watch tv and grill is pretty solid.  Plus I make all the golfers hungry on my slow cooks over the weekends.  

Just picked up up some Dizzy Pig Ghost Pepper Rub and pumped to try it with the new SS cap.