Searing Stations for Outdoor Kitchens | Best of Backyard

A searing station is designed for one purpose: delivering extreme, concentrated heat to create restaurant-quality sears. Using powerful infrared technology, outdoor searing stations reach much higher surface temperatures than standard grill burners, making them ideal for steaks, chops, burgers, and seafood. At Best of Backyard, we offer premium built-in searing stations engineered to integrate seamlessly into custom outdoor kitchen islands.

Searing stations are not freestanding appliances—they are built-in outdoor kitchen components, commonly designed as slide-in units with front-mounted control knobs, similar to built-in grills and power burners.

When you contact Best of Backyard, you’ll always speak with a real, knowledgeable expert—never a call center or automated system. We provide 100% human support, 6 days a week to help you design and choose the right equipment with confidence.

Is a Searing Station Right for Your Outdoor Kitchen?

Searing stations are ideal for homeowners who want professional-level results when cooking proteins. They are often added to outdoor kitchens alongside a grill to specialize in high-heat cooking.

A searing station may be right for you if you:

• Want steakhouse-quality sear marks

• Cook steaks, burgers, or chops frequently

• Prefer ultra-high heat for fast cooking

• Want to reduce flare-ups compared to traditional grilling

• Are building a premium outdoor kitchen

Searing stations excel at one thing—and they do it exceptionally well.

Built-In Searing Stations (High-Heat Specialists)

Searing stations are built-in appliances designed to install directly into an outdoor kitchen island. Most models are slide-in style, featuring front-mounted controls that match built-in grills and other cooking components.

Built-in searing stations are designed to:

• Deliver intense infrared heat

• Sear food quickly without drying it out

• Create a dedicated high-heat cooking zone

• Complement traditional grill burners

• Match the look and layout of premium outdoor kitchens

They are commonly paired with gas grills rather than used as a standalone cooking appliance.

Infrared Technology: Why Searing Stations Cook Differently

Most searing stations use infrared burners, which heat food using radiant energy rather than convective hot air.

Benefits of Infrared Searing Stations

• Extremely High Surface Temperatures

• Fast Cooking Times

• Even Heat Distribution

• Reduced Flare-Ups

• Excellent Moisture Retention

This makes infrared searing ideal for locking in juices while achieving a perfect crust.

Propane vs. Natural Gas Searing Stations

Searing stations are available in both fuel types, depending on your outdoor kitchen setup.

Propane Searing Stations

• High heat output

• Requires proper ventilation and propane storage

• Ideal where natural gas is not available

Natural Gas Searing Stations

• Continuous fuel supply

• No tank refills

• Best suited for permanent outdoor kitchen installations

Our experts ensure your searing station is properly matched to your fuel source and local code requirements.

What to Look for in an Outdoor Searing Station

Because searing stations operate at extreme temperatures, quality and design are critical.

Key features to consider:

• Infrared Burner Quality: Consistent, even radiant heat

• BTU Output: Designed for intense searing

• Heavy-Duty Cooking Grates: Built to handle high heat

• Front Control Design: Safe and easy operation

• Stainless Steel Construction: Outdoor durability

• Protective Lid: Helps protect the burner when not in use

We focus on real-world cooking performance—not just specifications.

Searing Station vs. Grill Infrared Burner

Many grills offer optional infrared burners, but a dedicated searing station provides:

• A larger dedicated searing surface

• Consistent heat without sharing grill space

• Better control for high-end cooking

For serious grillers, adding a searing station enhances flexibility and results.

Buy Searing Stations with Confidence at Best of Backyard

At Best of Backyard, we don’t just sell searing stations—we help you design an outdoor kitchen that performs exactly how you want it to. From selecting the right searing station to integrating it properly into your island layout, our guidance is based on real installation and cooking experience.

You’ll always receive 100% human support, 6 days a week, from outdoor kitchen experts who understand searing stations inside and out.

Visit our showroom or contact Best of Backyard today to find the perfect searing station for your outdoor kitchen.