"How much does an outdoor kitchen cost?" has two honest answers, and which one applies to you depends on a decision most people haven't made yet when they start searching: are you buying a finished island or building one? The equipment side of both is priced below. The construction side is your contractor's number, and this guide tells you what to ask them to quote.
The Short Answer
| Route | What you're buying | Equipment price (freight to the lower 48 included) | What's left to pay for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete island | A finished outdoor kitchen island — grill, side burner or trash drawer, refrigerator, storage, granite top and base — as one unit | Bull Core Series ODK $11,249 · Bull Myrtle Beach DuraBull 8 ft $13,639 | A level pad, a gas line (or propane), a power outlet, and someone to connect them |
| Built-in | Drop-in appliances for a surround you (or your contractor) build | Bull grill heads $1,659–$4,899, plus the charcoal grill, griddle and countertop pizza oven (see the product pages for current prices) | The structure, countertop, doors/drawers, refrigerator, utilities, permits and all the labor |
If you don't have a contractor lined up or the kitchen is going on an existing patio or deck, the complete island gives you a known equipment number. If you're already building a patio, pool deck or hardscape and have trades on site, built-in gives you a custom footprint.
Not sure which route? Call or text (814) 440-4817 and we'll tell you honestly which one your site wants.
Route 1: What a Complete Outdoor Kitchen Island Costs
A complete island is priced as one line because Bull builds and sells it as one unit.
| Bull Core Series ODK | Bull Myrtle Beach DuraBull | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, freight included | $11,249 | $13,639 |
| Grill | Bull Angus 30" — 4 burners plus infrared back burner, 75,000 BTU, lights | Bull Angus 30" |
| Also in the island | Single side burner, stainless refrigerator, door/drawer combo, leathered granite top | 5.0 cu ft refrigerator, double trash drawer, Galaxy White granite top |
| Base | Timber Tough in Charcoal or Walnut | ¾" marine-grade HDPE in Symphony Blue |
| Length | Compact island | 8 ft |
| Fuel | Natural gas or propane | Natural gas or propane |
| Warranty | Bull's warranty — see the Bull Warranty Policy on each product page for the terms by component | |
What's not in that number: a level pad or slab to set it on, a gas line stubbed to the island (or a propane tank), a GFCI outlet for the refrigerator and lights, and the plumber/electrician to connect them. Get them quoted before you order so delivery day isn't the day you discover there's no outlet.
Route 2: What a Built-In Outdoor Kitchen Costs
A built-in kitchen has two budgets: the appliances (listed below) and the structure (your contractor's quote). Don't price the grill and forget the structure.
Grill heads — Bull MSRP, freight included
| Grill | Price | Fits an island of |
|---|---|---|
| Bull Steer 24" — 3 burner, 45,000 BTU | $1,659 | Small islands, 5–6 ft |
| Bull Outlaw 30" — 4 burner, 60,000 BTU | $1,799 | 6–8 ft |
| Bull Lonestar 30" — 4 burner, 60,000 BTU, twin lights | $2,199 | 6–8 ft |
| Bull Angus 30" — 4 burners plus infrared back burner, 75,000 BTU | $2,939 | 6–8 ft |
| Bull Brahma 38" — 5 burners plus infrared back burner, 90,000 BTU | $3,919 | 8–10 ft |
| Bull Diablo 46" — 6 burners plus infrared back burner, 105,000 BTU | $4,899 | 10 ft and up |
Also available: the Bull Bison built-in charcoal grill, the Bull 30" Professional griddle and the Bull dual-fuel countertop pizza oven. Rotisserie kits are sold separately.
Bull publishes the cutout dimensions for every head, which is what your mason or fabricator needs. Send us the island drawing and we'll check the cutout against Bull's cut sheet before you order — a wrong cutout in stone is expensive to fix.
Structure — what to get quoted
- The base. Masonry block, steel-stud framing with cement board, or a modular frame kit. This is the biggest variable in the whole project.
- The countertop. Granite, concrete, quartzite or tile, cut for the grill and any side burner or sink.
- Doors, drawers and storage. Access under the grill for the gas connection, and the propane tank if you're on LP.
- Refrigerator, side burner, sink. Optional.
- Utilities. Gas line, electrical (GFCI for fridge, lights, rotisserie motor), water and drain if there's a sink.
- Finish. Stone veneer, stucco or tile on the base.
- Permits. Gas and electrical work usually needs a permit; a permanent structure may too.
We don't build and we won't invent a national average for this. What we will do: send the cut sheets and installation manuals so your contractor is quoting the right cutout and clearances, and quote all the appliances on one sheet.
See all built-in grills and griddles →
Complete Island vs. Built-In: How to Decide
| Complete island | Built-in | |
|---|---|---|
| Total cost certainty | High — one price plus utilities | Low until the contractor quotes |
| Timeline | Delivery, then the utility connections | Weeks to months |
| Footprint | Fixed — Bull's layout | Anything — L-shape, bar seating, pizza oven, sink |
| Works on an existing patio or deck | Yes, on a level surface rated for the weight | Usually needs a slab or footings |
| Moving house | It can go with you | It stays with the house |
Planning Checklist — Before You Order Anything
- Measure the space and the path to it. A complete island arrives on a liftgate truck at the curb and has to get from there to the patio. Gates, steps and slopes matter; tell us about them.
- Decide the fuel. Natural gas needs a line run by a gas fitter; propane needs a tank enclosure with ventilation. Bull sells natural gas and propane versions — order the right one.
- Plan the power. A GFCI outlet at the island for the refrigerator, grill lights and rotisserie.
- Check clearances. Bull's installation manual sets the distance from the grill to combustible walls, overhangs and railings. If the kitchen sits under a roof or pergola, check this first.
- Think about heat and shade. If you'll use it into October, plan a Bromic patio heater or an outdoor fireplace into the same layout now, while the gas line is open.
- Get one quote for all of it. Grill, griddle, fridge, pizza oven — on one sheet.
Frequently Asked
What's the least expensive way to get a full outdoor kitchen?
It depends on your site. A complete Bull island gives you grill, fridge, storage and countertop at one known price without managing trades. A built-in around a Bull Steer or Outlaw can come in lower or much higher depending entirely on the structure.
Can I put an outdoor kitchen on a deck?
A complete island can sit on a deck rated for its weight, with clearances to railings and the house per Bull's manual. A masonry built-in usually needs a slab. Send us photos and we'll tell you.
Natural gas or propane?
Natural gas if the house has it and the run to the patio is reasonable. Propane if not.
How does an island ship?
Freight to the lower 48 is included, with liftgate delivery. Inspect the shipment before you sign; if anything is damaged, note it on the delivery receipt and call us. We'll handle the claim with the distributor and manufacturer. How freight works →
Do you install?
No. We supply the equipment, the manuals and the quote; a local contractor, plumber or electrician does the connection and any build.
Get a Written Quote for the Whole Kitchen
Send us the space (photos and rough dimensions), whether you have gas, and whether you're buying finished or building. You'll get a recommendation and a written quote for the equipment list.
Call or text us → | Call or text (814) 440-4817, Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM ET | Shop all outdoor kitchens →
Designers and contractors: we offer a contractor and trade program and quote complete builds for your clients.
American Hearth Supply — Authorized Bull Outdoor Products Dealer. Prices include freight to the lower 48 and can change; the product pages are the source of truth.
