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What is the best outdoor BBQ?

We get asked all the time: What is the best outdoor BBQ? There are two main considerations: Budget We have…

We get asked all the time:

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What is the best outdoor BBQ?

There are two main considerations:

Budget

We have to say, it totally depends on your budget, as you get what you pay for. You can spend £1,000.00 or you can spend £14,000.00 for a built-in gas BBQ grill head unit.

So the budget is important!

What do you intend to cook on the BBQ?

The next thing to consider is what you intend to cook on your BBQ. Most people use their BBQs to grill the usual burgers and sausages, but these BBQs can do so much more and often have multiple ways in which an outdoor kitchen can assist you in creating exceptional food.

Most of today’s gas grills will have rotisseries and 3, 4, or 5 burner options – a good ignition system is essential. We think a grill of around £2-3,000.00 is going to buy you a good product. Remember to ask about the additional extras to give you further cooking options, like searing burners and flat griddle plates.

Types of outdoor BBQs

Whistler BBQ

The Whistler range offers all of these options for just over £2,000. In particular, the Burford 3, 4, and 5 burner models. We use Whistler grills on 80% of our installations because of their great quality and fantastic value for money.

Napoleon Grills

Napoleon grills also have a fantastic range. Their products are slightly more expensive at around £3,000, but again, a great grill and good value. Napoleon grill provide a natural gas option too.

Charcoal Burners

We are often asked about charcoal burners like the Weber. Unfortunately, we cannot integrate these types of BBQs into your outdoor kitchen for safety reasons. However, there are brilliant alternatives such as The Big Green Egg, or the Kamado Joe. Read more about these outdoor ovens in my How to choose the right outdoor kitchen guide.

Both are charcoal fired, have a ceramic insulated jacket, and are egg-shaped. These BBQs are a great charcoal option and are good value for money. Because of their versatility, often our clients have two of these grills which allows them lots of cooking options. Fire Magic and Bull grills can be intergrated into your outdoor kitchen and look like a gas grill. From approximately £2000, both are similar in quality. These are great options if you want to achieve that charcoal cooking taste.

Electric BBQ

There are several electric BBQ options available, but these are generally tabletop appliances and not integrated options due to wet weather. Unless you have an effective waterproof cover, we wouldn’t recommend an electric option.

Argentinian grill

The Argentinian grill looks impressive in any outdoor kitchen setup. It generally has a grill that is adjustable up and down with a wheel over a wood fire or charcoal. The v-shaped bars on the grill allow the fat and juices to run away from the heat (which helps to stop the ignition of flames when cooking fatty meats). This option would need to be built carefully onto a non-combustible frame as it gets extremely hot.

Braai

A similar option called the Braai is very common in South Africa. They are fired by wood in a separate basket and the food is cooked over the embers that have dropped through the basket and spread thinly under the adjustable grill.

With lots of options available, our team at All About Outdoor Living is happy to help you make your decision. sales@allaboutoutdoorliving.com

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    David and the team were exceptional. We were thrilled with our new outdoor kitchen. They certainly gave us the WOW factor. Very professional, hard working and always left the job spotlessly clean. We can strongly recommend All about Outdoor Living.
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    We couldn't be happier with our installation by All About Outdoor Living. We had a very particular vision for a really awkward space that was executed perfectly. From the initial design consultation to the final finishing touches, the entire process was seamless and stress-free.Bill who led the groundworks was great to work with. With lots of challenges due to root systems, mature trees/shrubs, drainage issues and uneven ground, Bill and his team worked meticulously to lay porcelain patios, paths and turf, providing solutions for everything.David, Dale and Dean bought the whole space to life with a stunning, bespoke wooden pergola that is a structural statement in itself. And they fabricated an angled kitchen on site with water and power supply, to boldly frame and define a space where nothing is level or convenient. They were a joy to have around, and gave all the attention to detail you could want.The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the materials used are not only durable but also visually stunning. Our family and friends are truly impressed with the results and we would recommend them in an instant. Cooking and entertaining outdoors has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, All About Outdoor Living, for creating our dream outdoor kitchen space.
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    An excellent experience from start to finish. David is very experienced in terms of site position, planning, seeing potential problems and finding good cost effective solutions. Dale and Dean were a pleasure to have working on site. As a family, we love our outdoor kitchen and cannot recommend it enough. The blinds and pivoting roof makes it a useable space for all seasons. I wouldn’thesitate to recommend David and his team to anyone.
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    10:28 18 May 23
    David provided a great service - suggesting a top product which we're enjoying using.
    Matt GouldMatt Gould
    11:16 25 Jan 23
    Great company, no pushy sales pitch. Just completed my new outdoor kitchen and pergola so I'm all set for when the sun comes out. Can't wait!!
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    19:25 04 Jan 23
    I think sometimes, projects like this can be so overwhelming. Although, with David’s advice and wealth of knowledge, he was able to advise and help to design our outdoor kitchen which catered for all our needs and requests and all within our budget too. Thank you!
    Jude CleaverJude Cleaver
    15:40 22 Nov 22
    All about outdoor living came to see me and produced some amazing ideas, after getting the quotation and drawings I was pleasantly surprised it was in my budget. The workmen who carried out the job were clean and hard working, I can highly recommend this company for doing what they say they will do. Thank you David for overseeing the project and making the whole process comfortable for me.
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    Misbah SyalMisbah Syal
    16:02 15 Oct 23
    We couldn't be happier with our installation by All About Outdoor Living. We had a very particular vision for a really awkward space that was executed perfectly. From the initial design consultation to the final finishing touches, the entire process was seamless and stress-free.Bill who led the groundworks was great to work with. With lots of challenges due to root systems, mature trees/shrubs, drainage issues and uneven ground, Bill and his team worked meticulously to lay porcelain patios, paths and turf, providing solutions for everything.David, Dale and Dean bought the whole space to life with a stunning, bespoke wooden pergola that is a structural statement in itself. And they fabricated an angled kitchen on site with water and power supply, to boldly frame and define a space where nothing is level or convenient. They were a joy to have around, and gave all the attention to detail you could want.The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the materials used are not only durable but also visually stunning. Our family and friends are truly impressed with the results and we would recommend them in an instant. Cooking and entertaining outdoors has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, All About Outdoor Living, for creating our dream outdoor kitchen space.
    Alex BlomfieldAlex Blomfield
    13:52 13 Sep 23
    If you need anything from design to help with getting your bbq fixed, this is the place to go. I can't recommend them highly enough. David is not only incredibly knowledgeable about everything Bbq's but also really helpful and professional. Don't go anywhere else!!!
    JJ RJJ R
    10:01 19 May 23
    An excellent experience from start to finish. David is very experienced in terms of site position, planning, seeing potential problems and finding good cost effective solutions. Dale and Dean were a pleasure to have working on site. As a family, we love our outdoor kitchen and cannot recommend it enough. The blinds and pivoting roof makes it a useable space for all seasons. I wouldn’thesitate to recommend David and his team to anyone.
    Lyndon HedderlyLyndon Hedderly
    10:28 18 May 23
    David provided a great service - suggesting a top product which we're enjoying using.
    Matt GouldMatt Gould
    11:16 25 Jan 23
    Great company, no pushy sales pitch. Just completed my new outdoor kitchen and pergola so I'm all set for when the sun comes out. Can't wait!!
    Scott FranklinScott Franklin
    19:44 04 Jan 23
    Emma ChallisEmma Challis
    19:25 04 Jan 23
    I think sometimes, projects like this can be so overwhelming. Although, with David’s advice and wealth of knowledge, he was able to advise and help to design our outdoor kitchen which catered for all our needs and requests and all within our budget too. Thank you!
    Jude CleaverJude Cleaver
    15:40 22 Nov 22
    All about outdoor living came to see me and produced some amazing ideas, after getting the quotation and drawings I was pleasantly surprised it was in my budget. The workmen who carried out the job were clean and hard working, I can highly recommend this company for doing what they say they will do. Thank you David for overseeing the project and making the whole process comfortable for me.
    Gillian ForsterGillian Forster
    20:12 23 Aug 22
    I set out to update my garden after almost 2 years of lockdown , it was time to turn our attentions to making our garden a great outdoor entertainment space and give it an overhaul and David and his team did a great job.
    Harvey SHarvey S
    15:49 22 Aug 22
    Amazing team! From start to finish the service, quality and support was fantastic. Products are of a high standard and the collaboration on the design was brilliant. Highly recommend David and his team.
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