The Best Outdoor Kitchen Sets You Can Find At Costco

It's officially the time of year where we collectively remember that there are few greater summertime joys than eating al fresco. As the days get longer and we enter into peak barbecue season, a functional outdoor space for entertaining and sharing a meal with your friends and family can become a priority. Luckily, it's no secret that the popular discount chain Costco has some of the best home and garden deals to watch for this summer.

If you got lost in the aisles of Costco's home and garden section, you'd find a plethora of summer hosting essentials to make every gathering a breeze, including outdoor kitchen sets. Not only can an outdoor kitchen add to your home's value, but it can also bring your family together and encourage you to spend more quality time outdoors. But outdoor kitchens can be an investment, and before you spend your hard-earned money on revamping your patio, you want to be confident in your purchase. 

From customizable cabinetry that can elevate and transform your yard to compact stainless steel kitchens that will satisfy your inner chef, Costco sells a wide variety of outdoor kitchen equipment. Whether you're ready to commit to a fully functioning kitchen on your back patio or just looking to upgrade your stand grill to something with more bells and whistles, there's options for every household. Here are some of the best outdoor kitchen sets you can find at Costco, and what buyers really think of them based off firsthand experiences. 

If aesthetic is important to you when shopping for your outdoor kitchen, the NewAge Products Grove 3-piece set won't disappoint. Priced at $2,499.99, this outdoor kitchen blends stunning wood-grain finish with a practical stainless-steel countertop and is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars. According to Costco's listing, the set is made with durable materials that reviewers confirmed are high-quality. Included in the price is a heavy-duty polyester cover that is weather resistant and designed with longevity in mind. 

While there's no grill or heating element, this kitchen set is ideal for people looking to upgrade their home bar set-up. Inside the kitchen's grove cabinets is plenty of storage space, including wine racks, trays for ice and drink garnishes, and a shelf to store cans or bottles. One reviewer on Costco's website shared, "Great cabinet for our outdoor bar island." They continued, "The price was worth it. I love the adjustable shelving, and bar drawer." Other buyers reported that the bar was functional, versatile, and easy to assemble, but warned that the stainless-steel tops can get really hot, so it may not be a best fit for direct sunlight. 

If you're looking for a more affordable option, the NewAge Products Aluminum 3-piece Outdoor Kitchen is a bit more reasonably priced, at $1799.99. This outdoor kitchen from NewAge is also highly rated and has accumulated 4.4 out of 5 stars in customer satisfaction. Reviewers shared that the ample amounts of counterspace was convenient for storing countertop appliances, and that the additional cabinet storage made organization a breeze. Buyers also indicated that the installation process was relatively straightforward, and that the overall quality of the unit was durable and easy to clean. 

One benefit to this outdoor kitchen is the modular design which makes it easy to combine with other cabinets or grill stations. "This unit works great as my prep and griddle counter. Plenty room for pellets and covers in the full cabinet and plenty room for utensils, spices/rubs and cleaning products in the bar cabinet. The griddles sit on top; the smoker is at a 90 degree angle on one side; and my grill is at a 90 degree on the other. Very efficient and very easy to keep clean," one reviewer explained.  The versatility of this three-piece outdoor unit makes it ideal for those looking for a more tailored outdoor kitchen experience, without shelling out several thousand dollars for a full kitchen set. 

If you're someone that daydreams about taking your summer barbecues to the next level and entertaining guests with meals that showcase your inner chef, the Newage Classic SS 4-piece set with Built-In Pizza Oven could be what your patio is missing. Unlike the previously mentioned kitchen sets, the Newage Classic SS comes with its own heating element, an open flame oven where you can cook wood fired pizzas. It is also available in both natural gas and liquid propane fuel options. 

The one downside to this outdoor kitchen, however, is it's a good bit pricier than Costco's other sets and is sold exclusively online for $4,499.99. There are also currently no customer reviews or a satisfaction rating on Costco's website, so it's hard to say for certain whether or not the Newage pizza oven lives up to expectations. However, if you consider yourself a passionate pizzaiolo, or simply want to upgrade your traditional grill for a more elevated experience, Costco's outdoor pizza oven could be still worth your consideration. 

One of the biggest perks of the Custom Assembled Outdoor Cabinetry by WeatherStrong is that it can be tailored exactly to your liking, giving you creative control of your outdoor kitchen's design. There's the possibility for 68 color combinations, making the cabinetry set highly customizable and versatile. There is no set price for WeatherStrong's outdoor cabinets, since the cost will vary depending on the finishes and color combinations you opt for, but the product is rated 4 out of 5 stars on Costco's website. 

Reviewers report that they were happy with the cabinet's high-quality build, and that the assistance from the design team that's included in the price was a helpful resource. In a review on Costco's website titled "Stylish and Durable Product," a 5-star reviewer shared, "The designer worked with me, patiently over my design period, checking in on a regular basis. The order of the product was simple, the delivery was quick (about two weeks), and installation was straight forward." If you have an exact vision of what you want your outdoor kitchen to look like, but could use a little support along the way, the custom cabinetry from WeatherStrong could be worth considering.