An outdoor oven is a game-changer for any backyard kitchen, adding versatility and flavor and giving you another reason to invite friends over. Whether you dream of making restaurant-quality pizzas, roasting meats with wood-fired precision, or baking artisan bread, the right backyard oven can transform your outdoor cooking experience.
But before you invest in an outdoor oven, it’s essential to plan the placement, setup, and maintenance to ensure safety, efficiency, and ease of use. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different types of outdoor ovens, key planning considerations, and ideal placement strategies to help you create a functional and stylish outdoor cooking space.
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Choosing the right outdoor oven depends on your cooking style, fuel preference, and available space. Here are the most common types to consider:
Wood-Fired Pizza Ovens
An outdoor woodfired oven is good for high heat retention and authentic smoky flavor, making it ideal for Neapolitan-style pizzas, bread, and roasted meats. A wood fired pizza oven for outdoor settings uses hardwood or wood pellets to generate extreme temperatures (700°F+), ensuring quick cooking times.
✅Pros: Incredible flavor, traditional cooking experience, high-heat efficiency
❌Cons: Requires fire management skills, longer preheat time
Gas Pizza Ovens
For outdoor cooking fans who want convenience and consistency, gas pizza ovens are the way to go. Rather than dealing with fire logs, gas ovens start with push-button ignition and offer more precise temperature control. Operatable with natural gas or propane, gas pizza ovens are easy to integrate into an outdoor kitchen setup with just a simple installation.
✅Pros: Faster preheat time, easy temperature control, low maintenance
❌Cons: Lacks smoky wood-fired flavor, may require a gas line installation
Hybrid Ovens (Wood + Gas)
Hybrid ovens combine the best of both worlds, allowing you to switch between an outdoor oven wood and gas cooking method, depending on your cooking needs. The result is an authentic wood-fired experience that users can switch to gas when needed.
✅Pros: Ultimate flexibility, fast preheat with gas, wood-fired flavor option
❌Cons: Higher cost, requires dual fuel setup
Brick Ovens
An outdoor brick oven provides a traditional and highly efficient cooking experience, using the natural heat retention properties of bricks to reach optimal cooking temperatures. They are often wood-fired but can also be adapted for gas or hybrid cooking.
✅Pros: Superior heat retention, even cooking, ideal for pizza and bread
❌Cons: Requires more space, longer preheat time, installation can be complex
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Outdoor Oven Planning Tips
Proper planning will ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of your outdoor oven setup. Here are five essential tips to keep in mind:
1. Check Local Codes and Safety Regulations
Before installing an outdoor oven, check your local building codes and HOA regulations to ensure compliance. If you’re running an electric line or installing a gas line for your outdoor kitchen, you’ll likely need a permit. Some areas have rules on clearances, ventilation, and fuel use, especially for wood-burning models.
2. Choose the Right Surface and Foundation
Outdoor ovens need a heat-resistant, level surface such as concrete, stone, or brick. Avoid placing ovens on wooden decks or flammable materials unless you install proper insulation.
3. Choose the Right Location
Your outdoor kitchen area should be at least several feet away from combustible structures such as the house, garage, or shed.
4. Plan for Weather Protection
To extend the lifespan of your outdoor oven, consider a covered structure, weatherproof covers, or built-in enclosures to shield it from rain, wind, and sun exposure.
5 Optimize Utility Connections
Gas and electric ovens require proper utility connections, so plan for gas lines, electrical outlets, or a dedicated propane tank before installation. Ensure your setup meets safety codes to prevent leaks or malfunctions.
Outdoor Oven Placements
To plan your dream outdoor kitchen, it’s important to consider the placement of your outdoor oven. Here are a few options (click the to learn more):
➕Built-In Outdoor Kitchen Setup
For a seamless, high-end look, you can integrate your oven into a custom outdoor kitchen layout alongside a grill, prep counters, and storage cabinets. Instead of repeatedly going inside and outside, a full-scale outdoor kitchen equips you with everything you need to stay outside with your guests.
➕Freestanding Oven on a Patio
Of course, a more affordable option is to opt for a portable oven. A freestanding oven on a patio or deck offers flexibility and mobility, allowing you to adjust placement as needed. Just ensure proper heat-resistant flooring and safe clearances from walls and furniture.
➕Poolside or Entertainment Space
Placing an oven near a poolside lounge or outdoor dining area creates an interactive cooking experience for guests. Just make sure to position the oven away from high-traffic areas to avoid heat exposure risks.
5 Featured Outdoor Ovens
Keep reading for five of the best outdoor pizza ovens from FBS Appliance.
Alfresco 30” Pizza Oven for Countertop Mounting-Stainless Steel
Alfresco is known for premium, high-quality outdoor cooking appliances like this wood fired pizza oven. With 456 square inches of cooking space and a preheat time of just 15 minutes, this gas pizza oven has you ready to cook artisan pizzas and pies in no time. The ceramic slab hearth and ceiling is ideal for intense temperatures, which is perfect for pizzas, but you can also bake, broil, roast, and more. Anything you can do in your indoor oven, this Alfresco pizza oven can handle.
Coyote 30” Matte Black Hybrid Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven
Coyote earns rave reviews for their craftsmanship and performance, and this outdoor pizza oven is no exception. We love the color options, which include Matte Black, Red, and Yellow for a pop of color in your outdoor kitchen. This Coyote multi-fuel oven can switch between gas or flavorful wood-fired cooking. The gas burners are ideal for quick and efficient heating, while wood-fire cooking infuses smoky flavor. And this pizza oven is built to last with high-quality materials that can stand up to harsh Texas temps.
Hestan 32” Steeletto Natural Gas Pizza Oven
Known for high-quality kitchen appliances and outdoor grills, this Hestan pizza oven outdoor will help you create top-notch crust covered in tasty toppings. With industry-leading efficiency and a compact footprint, this durable oven also delivers optimum heat retention. In terms of installation, you can install this oven as a countertop unit in a full outdoor kitchen or a standalone piece built into a non-combustible structure.
Lynx 30” Stainless Steel Napoli Outdoor Oven
This outdoor oven stands up to Lynx’s reputation for durable and innovative outdoor appliances. With 400 square inches of cooking surface and a max temp of 700 degrees, you can bring the pizzeria taste to your own backyard. This oven features a concrete refractory dome beneath its stainless steel exterior, which is the secret ingredient in crisp and flavorful dishes. We especially love the moveable cooking surface, which allows you to pull out the cooking surface to place, check, or remove a dish. Safety, style, and powerful performance—this outdoor oven has it all.
Lynx 30” Napoli Outdoor Oven on Stainless Steel Mobile Kitchen Cart
This recommendation is the same great oven as our previous review but with the addition of a mobile kitchen cart! This is an ideal option for those who don’t have a full outdoor kitchen setup. With the cart, you gain prep space and storage space. Plus, it’s easy to move around your patio as needed. This outdoor oven and kitchen cart is powerful and functional, with 400 square inches of cooking space, temps up to 700 degrees, and a 40,000-BTU capacity.
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An outdoor oven is a fantastic investment for enhancing your outdoor kitchen and cooking experience. Whether you prefer wood-fired authenticity, gas-powered convenience, or a hybrid setup, you’ll be ready to make memories and serve up delicious dishes.
At FBS Appliance, we offer a premium selection of outdoor ovens from top brands, along with expert guidance to help you find the perfect model for your patio. Visit one of our Texas showroom locations to explore our collection and start planning your outdoor kitchen today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but it depends on the type of outdoor oven and how well it’s protected. Outdoor ovens are designed to withstand the elements, but exposure to rain, humidity, and extreme temperatures can cause wear over time. Using a weatherproof cover and placing the oven in a sheltered area, like a covered patio or outdoor kitchen, will help extend its lifespan.
Absolutely! Outdoor pizza ovens deliver high heat for perfectly crispy, restaurant-quality pizzas in minutes. They’re also versatile, allowing you to bake bread, roast meats, and even cook vegetables with delicious wood-fired flavor. If you love entertaining or making gourmet meals at home, an outdoor oven is a great investment.
While pizza ovens offer incredible cooking performance, they do have some downsides. They require time to preheat, especially wood-fired models, and maintaining the right temperature can take practice. Some models are also heavy and require a dedicated space in your outdoor kitchen. However, with proper setup and care, these challenges are easily manageable.
If you’re in Texas, FBS Appliance is the best place to find a high-quality outdoor oven. With multiple locations across the state, we offer top brands and expert advice to help you choose the perfect model for your outdoor kitchen. Visit one of our showrooms or browse our selection online to explore the best outdoor ovens for your space.
Why Trust FBS?
FBS Appliance, formerly known as Factory Builder Stores, was formally established in 1988 and is proudly locally owned and operated. It stands as the largest contract distributor in Texas with nine showrooms spanning Austin, College Station, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Fort Worth, Grapevine, and Houston areas. Our extensive inventory features over 40 different name-brand appliances, including premium refrigerators, professional-grade ranges, energy-efficient dishwashers, stylish wall ovens, versatile cooktops, powerful ventilation systems, compact microwaves, and innovative laundry equipment.
Built on a foundation of repeat business, we combine competitive pricing with expert knowledge and a commitment to industry excellence through partnerships with NKBA, ASID, IDS, and HBA organizations. From concept to completion, our professional team goes above and beyond to get it right the first time, making us the ultimate destination for all your appliance needs.
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