Outdoor Kitchens in Pismo Beach, CA
Paso Robles Landscaping designs and builds custom outdoor kitchens for homes in Pismo Beach, from Shell Beach and the hillsides to the flat streets near downtown and the beach. A good coastal kitchen is built for salt air, fog and afternoon wind, so it still looks right years from now.
What we build
- BBQ islands with a built-in grill, counter space and storage.
- Full outdoor kitchens with sinks, refrigerators, side burners and pizza ovens.
- Bars and seating for eating and entertaining outside.
- Patio covers and pergolas for shade and shelter from the wind.
- Lighting and fire features to use the space after dark.
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Built for salt air and wind
Pismo Beach homes from Shell Beach bluffs to the Price Canyon and downtown streets get ocean wind, fog and salt. We place the kitchen where the house or a cover blocks the prevailing wind, use marine-grade stainless appliances and doors, choose sealed counters and stone or stucco finishes that handle moisture, and plan wind screens where they help. Sloped lots may need a small retaining wall or a leveled patio first.
Permits and the City
Pismo Beach is an incorporated city, so building permits for gas lines, electrical circuits, plumbing and patio covers run through the City of Pismo Beach Building Division. The City accepts electronic submittals; when a project changes the footprint or exterior, Planning approval usually comes before Building. See the City’s how to apply for a permit page. A licensed plumber or electrician handles utility connections where required, and homes in an association may also need HOA sign-off. We check what your project needs before we start.
How an outdoor kitchen project runs
- Free site visit and layout ideas.
- Written estimate with layout, appliances, finishes and utilities.
- Permits where needed, then base, framing and utility runs.
- Counters, finishes, appliances and lighting.
- Walkthrough and care tips.
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Building a new home or remodeling too? Our sister companies are Harrod Built, a family general contractor for custom homes and remodels, and Harrod Drafting & Design, which draws plans for custom homes, remodels and additions. One family can carry the house, the plans and the yard.
Common questions
Will an outdoor kitchen hold up near the ocean in Pismo Beach?
Yes, with the right materials. Near the coast we use marine-grade stainless steel appliances and doors, sealed stone or concrete counters, and stainless or coated hardware that stands up to salt air and fog.
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen in Pismo Beach?
A simple island with a portable grill usually needs no permit. New gas lines, electrical circuits, plumbing or a patio cover are building work that need a City permit, and Planning approval may come first when the footprint or exterior changes. We check before we start.
Can you add a roof or wind screen over the kitchen?
Yes. Many Pismo kitchens pair with a patio cover, pergola or glass wind screen so you can cook and eat outside on cool, breezy evenings.
What can go into an outdoor kitchen?
Most include a grill, counter space, storage and a sink. Many add a side burner, refrigerator, pizza oven, bar seating, lighting and a fire feature nearby.