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Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Islands

Outdoor kitchens in Chandler, AZ

Built around how you actually cook.

Stop running back inside every time you grill. We build outdoor kitchens in Chandler, AZ that fit your patio. Call (480) 219-0038 and we will pour the pad, build the block island and finish it for a grill, sink, fridge or bar seating. Our own crew does the work, we are licensed, bonded and insured, and every kitchen starts with a free estimate.

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Tell us where the yard is and we will come measure it.

No obligation. We do not sell your details.
Every kitchen includes
Solid base
Block island
Counter finish
Grill to full kitchen
Sized to how you cook.
Built in block
Island framed to carry the counter.
Planned before the pour
Gas, water and power routes mapped early.
Chandler crew
Working across the East Valley.
Why build one

Cooking outside beats heating up the house.

Running the oven in a Chandler August makes the air conditioning work harder. A grill island by the patio moves the cooking outside and keeps the kitchen cool.

It also puts the cook with the guests instead of behind a wall. From fall through spring, East Valley evenings are made for eating outside, and a built outdoor kitchen in Chandler tends to get used far more than a grill on wheels.

Ready when you areWant to grill, prep and entertain without running back inside? CGL Landscaping builds outdoor kitchens in Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale and across the East Valley, from block island to counter and patio. Book a free on-site estimate or call (480) 219-0038.

What goes into every island
What we build

From a grill island to a full setup.

These are six of the builds that come up most. They range from a short grill island to a full outdoor kitchen with a sink, fridge and bar seating.

Most start with the ground. An island needs a flat, solid slab or pad under it, which often means pouring new concrete under the patio cover or breaking out an old cracked one first.

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New concrete under a covered porch gives an island a flat, solid place to sit close to the back door.

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Old concrete out first

Cracked or undersized concrete gets broken out and hauled away before any new base goes down.

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Grill islands

A block island with the grill set in and counter space on both sides of it.

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Full outdoor kitchens

Grill, sink, fridge and storage in one run of counter, laid out like a real kitchen.

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Bar seating

A raised counter on the guest side, so people sit and talk while the food cooks.

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Cooking at one end, the fire at the other, both built on the same patio.

Have a spot in mind?

We look at the patio, the cover and the route to your utilities, then talk through a layout on the free visit.

Before we quote

Layout first, then a number.

We measure the patio, note where the back door, the cover and the utilities sit, and work out how long the island needs to be for your grill and counter. The quote is written and lists what is in the build.

We also check the height of the patio cover and the clearance your grill calls for. A layout that works on paper can crowd the back door or trap smoke under the eaves if nobody checks.

The build

Five stages from dirt to countertop.

Utilities and the base come before any block. Changing a gas or water route after the island is built means tearing it apart.

The island itself is concrete block, built on the pad and checked for level as it goes up. Counters and finishes go on last, once the grill fits its opening.

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Plan and quote

Layout, measurements and a written price.

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Base

Old surface out, pad poured or base set.

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Island

Block walls built, openings sized.

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Counter and finish

Counter set, sides finished.

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Final pass

Cleanup and a walkthrough of the build.

Travertine patio under a covered back porch, with the yard graded for landscaping
Around the kitchen

A kitchen needs a patio and a place to eat.

Most islands sit on pavers, travertine or a concrete slab. Add shade overhead and a fire pit or lawn nearby for after the meal.

A pergola over the grill makes afternoon cooking bearable in the Arizona sun, and landscape lighting keeps the counter usable after dark. Planning them together keeps posts, wires and gas lines out of each other’s way.

Pricing

What decides an outdoor kitchen price.

Every kitchen is priced on its own layout. These are the four things that move the number most.

A short grill island on an existing slab and a full kitchen on a new patio are very different jobs. The quote breaks out the base, the island and the finish so you can see where the money goes.

Island length

More counter means more block, more finish and more labor.

What goes in it

A grill alone is simpler than a grill, sink, fridge and storage doors.

Counter and finish

Granite, concrete, travertine and stone veneer each price differently.

The base

An island on a sound existing slab is less work than one that needs a new pad or patio first.

The full scope is on one written quote before work starts.
What neighbors say

What East Valley homeowners tell us.

Homeowners across Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa and Tempe posted these reviews on Google after CGL Landscaping worked on their yards. Read what they had to say.

We are a family owned landscaping company in Chandler, AZ. Outdoor kitchens are built by the same crew that handles our patios, concrete and landscape installs.

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Elizabeth Krigbaum
141 days ago
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Jose and his team have been phenomenal! Thrilled with the fair price and quality services received!
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Deliverance Mambulu
156 days ago
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Slick landscaping did a great job transforming our yard. Zach was professional and kept us updated throughout the process. Pricing was very reasonable for the quality of work. They completed everything quickly and efficiently. The final result looked clean and well done. Communication was excellent the whole time. I would definitely use them again.
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Tyler Balderston
181 days ago
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They honestly do a very thorough job! Our kids play with chalk and rocks and anything they take outside and then we also have dogs so needless to say our yard was a wreck.. but I didn’t catch his name but one of their employees went above and beyond with their work got all the weeds, trash, chalk and even cleaned our dog poop up all without asking all we needed was weed clean up they even blew our patio furniture off and scraped the stuff out of the pavers 10/10 service
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Athena Balderston
181 days ago
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Best landscapers I’ve ever had! I live in an HOA with very strict rules and they did an absolutely fabulous job. So thankful to have found them. Each of their employees are extremely hard working and even go above and beyond wiping off patio furniture and making every part of the front/backyard presentable. Can’t wait to see them again!
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Mackenzie Chapman
562 days ago
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We’ve been working with CGL for nearly a year now, and they’ve been incredible. They helped us get our irrigation system back on track after our previous landscaper severely dropped the ball. Additionally, anytime we had an emergency leak, they were on-site within a few hours at most. Their responsiveness, professionalism, and quality of work have been outstanding. It's also nice to work with someone like Jose and can answer all of your questions and explain everything in such detail to ensure you understand the issue(s) at hand. Highly recommend!
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Karen Roemer
563 days ago
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Jose and Alan were a great team to work with. They understood our objective of the project, did great work and were very communicative.
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Teodora Garcia
833 days ago
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I recently hired CGL Landscaping for sod installation at my home in Phoenix, and they did a fantastic job. From the initial consultation to the final touches, their professionalism and expertise were evident. They prepared the soil and installed high-quality, lush sod that transformed my yard. CGL Landscaping's attention to detail and customer service set them apart. They ensured proper irrigation, provided aftercare instructions, and even followed up to check on the sod's progress. The project was completed on time and within the estimated timeframes Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with CGL Landscaping. Their commitment to quality and outstanding customer service have earned my trust and future business. I highly recommend them for any landscaping needs in the Phoenix area.
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Chandler
833 days ago
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CGL Landscaping is the best Chandler AZ landscaping company!
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Cory Brunsting
931 days ago
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CGL Landscaping has been great to work with. We reached out to Jose to get an estimate for a one time clean up and monthly service. Jose and Alan showed up the next day to provide an estimate for both services. We elected to move forward with CGL and the clean up crew was out the following day to complete services. Two weeks later, the monthly maintenance crew showed up to complete our first monthly service. Invoicing and payment is easy through an online portal. Jose and Alan were both responsive throughout the process and were accessible via text, email or phone call. So far we are very pleased with our services through CGL and would recommend them to anyone looking for landscaping services.
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Alejandro Martinez
1030 days ago
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CGL landscaping made the process super easy from start to finish. Jose came out quickly to give me a proposal and I got it the same day. Scheduling was also very easy, and my project was done on time. Would recommend CGL to anyone if you’re looking for great work and great customer service.
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Briana Ortiz
1030 days ago
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I used to use another landscaping company and they never did the job right, along with that the communication was not there, never got returned calls and it was impossible to reach someone. Then I found CGL Landscaping. They were quick to come out for a free estimate and communication was always and still there. One of the office workers, Alan, is always there to answer and if he doesn't, he is quick to respond. Thank you CGL for 3 great years and many more to come!
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La Venda Randel
1070 days ago
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SUPER TOP NOTCH COMPANY Best experience, Jose was kind and understanding of my situation. I had LNR landscaping put in synthetic turf in my front yard, did a horrible job. After months of trying to get them to come back, after they’ve been paid in full to fix it. They stopped returning phone calls , never kept set appointments to come and fix it. I called Jose and they blew me away, they came right away, crew was all friendly and got the job done quickly. They went above and beyond I was just thinking they to fix what was there but the job was so bad they removed it all and replaced the whole area. Definitely will recommend to everyone I know. Thanks Jose and team that came today you made my nightmare a beauty that I can now enjoy when I walk out my door.
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Linda M.
1183 days ago
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I worked with Jose and his team and found them to be professional, courteous and trustworthy. My yard looks amazing. Jose was patient with me as I made a few changes from my original design. The trees they planted are looking healthy as well as the flower bed, Jose offered to provided care to my front yard and it turned out awesome. He also offered to made a nice area for my dog it turned out great. My plan is to continue with CGL Landscaping for maintenance. Thank you Jose for a job well done. Linda Coolidge, AZ
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I G.
3811 days ago
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I rarely, if ever, write reviews let alone give someone a 5-star rating unless they REALLY deserve it. We interviewed 4 landscaping companies before we selected Creative Green Landscaping. We chose them because they were very knowledgeable, and made us feel comfortable from our very first meeting. Jose (the owner) made it clear that our satisfaction was their number one goal. He definitely followed through and they did a beautiful job. They started the work immediately and throughout the project they showed up early and stayed late. They worked hard and provided quality work. When we decided last minute to make changes, they were flexible and helpful. We have had our fair share of negative contractor experiences, so we appreciate good and honest firms like Creative Green Landscaping. We highly recommend them for your project.
Questions

Outdoor kitchen questions.

If you do not see your question, ask at the free visit. We would rather sort it out before the block goes up.

These are the questions we hear most from Chandler homeowners planning an outdoor kitchen. They cover counters, grills, utilities and patio covers.

Granite and concrete both handle Arizona heat well. Dark counters get hot in direct afternoon sun, so shade or a lighter color helps if the island sits in the open.

Often, yes, as long as the grill has the clearance and ventilation its maker calls for. We check the cover height and the grill specs before we plan the layout.

Yes, or at least pick the model. The island opening is sized to the grill, so we need its exact measurements before the block goes up.

Only if you want a sink, a fridge or lights. Each one needs a line run to the island, and those are far easier to plan before the patio is finished.

Leave room on both sides of the grill for plates and prep. We lay it out with you based on how many people you usually cook for.

Usually. We check that the pavers and base can carry the weight, and if not, we open that section and build a proper pad under it.

Where we work

Outdoor kitchens across Chandler and the East Valley.

We build outdoor kitchens for homes in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe and Ahwatukee. Queen Creek and San Tan Valley are in range too.

Wherever the job is in the East Valley, the same things matter: a solid base, room under the cover and a counter that can take the summer sun. We plan for all three.

Finish choices

Four counter finishes that hold up outside.

The island is block underneath. The finish on top and on the sides is where you choose the look.

Granite and concrete are the most common counters in the Arizona heat, and stone veneer or travertine on the sides ties the island to the patio. Lighter colors stay cooler in direct afternoon sun.

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Granite

Hard, dense and heat tolerant. The most common outdoor counter.

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Poured concrete

Formed in place and colored to match the patio.

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Natural stone that matches a travertine deck or patio.

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Stone veneer

Stone facing on the island sides for a rustic, built in look.

KITCHEN
By the numbers

Local builders, not a showroom.

We are a family owned company in Chandler. Our own crew builds the island from the base up, and we plan it with the rest of the yard.

As an outdoor kitchen builder in Chandler that also does concrete, pavers and shade, we can take the whole backyard from bare dirt to finished. One company, one quote.

Paver patio and sod installation in progress behind a yellow stucco home
4,500+
Customers served
38
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Next step

Ready to cook outside?

Free on-site estimate. We look at the space, talk through the layout and give you a written price for the kitchen.

Call CGL Landscaping or send the form with the grill you have in mind. We will set a time to come out and look at your patio.

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