Outdoor Kitchens

An outdoor kitchen is the crown jewel of any Long Island backyard, and at Brothers Paving, we design and build custom outdoor kitchens that transform the way you cook, entertain, and enjoy your home. Imagine stepping out your back door into a fully equipped cooking and dining area where you can prepare entire meals while your guests relax on the patio, kids play in the yard, and the evening breeze carries the aroma of grilled food across your outdoor living space. That is the experience an outdoor kitchen delivers, and it is one of the most rewarding investments you can make in your Long Island property.

Long Island offers an exceptional outdoor living season that stretches from May through October, giving you five to six months of prime outdoor cooking weather. An outdoor kitchen lets you take full advantage of every warm evening and weekend, turning your backyard into the social hub of your home. No more running back and forth between the indoor kitchen and the grill. No more balancing plates and platters through the back door. With a properly designed outdoor kitchen, everything you need is right at your fingertips, from prep space and storage to cooking appliances and serving counters.

From an investment perspective, outdoor kitchens are among the highest-returning home improvements you can make. Real estate professionals consistently rank outdoor kitchens as a top feature that Long Island buyers seek, and homes with well-built outdoor cooking areas command premium prices in the Nassau and Suffolk County market. The key is quality construction with durable materials that look as good in ten years as they do on installation day, and that is exactly what Brothers Paving delivers.

Our outdoor kitchen design process begins with a thorough consultation where we discuss your cooking style, entertaining habits, and vision for the space. We evaluate your patio layout, utility access for gas, water, and electrical connections, and the relationship between the kitchen area and the rest of your outdoor living space. Every outdoor kitchen we design is tailored to your specific needs, whether that means a compact grilling station with a built-in grill and countertop or an expansive culinary center with multiple cooking appliances, a sink, refrigeration, and a bar area with seating.

The foundation of every Brothers Paving outdoor kitchen is a sturdy, weather-resistant structure built with galvanized steel framing and cement board sheathing. This framework provides a solid base for the countertops and appliances while resisting moisture, rust, and the freeze-thaw cycles that Long Island weather demands. The exterior is finished with your choice of natural stone veneer, manufactured stone veneer, stucco, or brick to complement your home and existing hardscaping. We offer a wide range of veneer styles from rustic stacked stone to clean-cut contemporary profiles.

Countertop options include natural granite, bluestone, quartz, and concrete, all selected for their durability in outdoor conditions. Granite is the most popular choice among our Long Island clients because it resists heat, staining, and weathering while providing a beautiful, polished surface for food preparation. We fabricate countertops with proper overhangs for bar seating, integrated drip edges, and cutouts precisely sized for your appliances and sink.

Appliance selection is where your outdoor kitchen truly comes to life. We work with leading manufacturers of outdoor-rated stainless steel appliances to equip your kitchen with everything you need. Built-in gas grills from brands like Lynx, Fire Magic, and Bull anchor most of our kitchens. From there, you can add side burners for sauces and sides, pizza ovens for artisan-style pies, smokers for low-and-slow barbecue, warming drawers, ice makers, outdoor-rated refrigerators, and kegerators. We also install stainless steel access doors, trash pullouts, and storage drawers to keep your kitchen organized and functional.

Gas, water, and electrical connections are handled with care and code compliance. We coordinate with licensed plumbers and electricians to run gas lines for your grill and burners, water supply and drain lines for your sink, and dedicated electrical circuits for refrigeration, lighting, and outlets. All utility work is permitted and inspected to ensure safety and compliance with Long Island building codes.

Lighting is a critical element of any outdoor kitchen. We integrate task lighting above the cooking and prep areas so you can see what you are doing after dark, and we add ambient lighting throughout the structure to create an inviting atmosphere for evening entertaining. LED low-voltage fixtures are energy efficient, long-lasting, and available in a range of styles that complement the design of your kitchen.

We design outdoor kitchens to integrate seamlessly with other features on your patio. A seating wall adjacent to the kitchen provides casual dining space and keeps guests close to the action. A fire feature nearby extends the evening and creates a natural flow from dinner to dessert around the fire. Hardscape lighting along pathways and patio edges ties the entire outdoor living area together and ensures safe navigation after dark.

Maintaining your outdoor kitchen requires seasonal attention. We recommend covering or winterizing appliances before the first freeze to protect against cold weather damage. Stainless steel surfaces should be cleaned regularly to maintain their finish. Stone veneer and countertops benefit from periodic sealing to guard against staining and moisture penetration. With proper care, your outdoor kitchen will serve as the centerpiece of your backyard for decades.

Brothers Paving has designed and built outdoor kitchens for homeowners across Long Island who demand quality, durability, and design that reflects their lifestyle. We manage every detail of the project from concept through completion, and we stand behind our work with a commitment to excellence that has earned us the trust of the communities we serve. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning the outdoor kitchen you have always wanted.