15 DIY Brick BBQ Grill Plans You Can Make Today (with Pictures)

The pandemic changed our lives in profound ways. Instead of dining out, we’re dining in our kitchens and backyards. It’s no wonder that outdoor kitchens are high on our list of design elements to make the experience more comfortable and enjoyable. DIYing a brick BBQ grill is the way to go if you’ve been grilling for a while and have learned what feature you want in a BBQ.

The chances are that any commercial model will fall short in one feature or another. Making your grill eliminates these issues to make the experience your way from prep to finish.

The 15 DIY Brick BBQ Grill Plans

1. Simple DIY Block Design BBQ by Extreme How To

This design exceeds because of its simplicity. It can be a focal point with this option, with the ability to modify it to suit your needs. Sometimes, the best plans stick to the mission and don’t try to elaborate on them with fancy additions. This one fits the bill. You also have some latitude with the style and color of the bricks you choose.

2. Customizable DIY Grill Space by The Owner Builder Network

This design gives you the freedom to tweak it to fit your grilling needs with the space utilization that fits your cooking style. After all, that is the point of any DIY project. The beauty of this plan is you can cook every course in one place with some control over the temperature with the grates’ arrangement. It’s not too much more difficult than many projects of this type, either.

3. Just Add Storage DIY BBQ Brick Grill by Rodian Builds

This project is more extensive and, thus, more expensive and complicated. It takes the basic DIY brick grill design and makes it more useful with added storage for wood or other supplies. It exemplifies the essence of DIY since it fits your needs with the tweaks that make your grilling experience better suited to your cooking style.

4. DIY Charcoal Stove and Grill by I Craft

This plan kicks it up a notch with a middle grill and two ovens flanking the sides. Of course, you can use the latter for other purposes, but it adds to its versatility and makes it more of an outdoor kitchen. We think that if you’re going to go the DIY route, why not make it with a plan to cover all the bases? It’s a bit pricier but will undoubtedly pay for itself in no time.

5. DIY Grill and Prep by Gardeners World

We love this design because it’s functional and convenient. Our favorite grills have a prep area, whether they’re separate fold-out tables or a part of the product.

We like having everything we need handy since grilling often depends on timing. It also makes clean-up easier with everything within arm’s reach. It’s our dream plan for a DIY grill.

6. DIY Everything With the Kitchen Sink BBQ Brick Grill by Brasa Ovens

This project isn’t for the faint of heart. However, if you want something to make outdoor cooking as easy as possible, it’s worth a look.

This one adds a sink, which is something that is always welcome to have on hand. You can do more prep at the grill or clean some pots in between cooking steps. This plan may require a building permit and professional involvement, putting it at the expert difficulty level.

7. DIY Making It Pretty BBQ Brick Grill by I Craft

The complexity of this design puts it at an advanced level. It’s certainly pretty if you want to make your DIY grill a focal point for your landscaping. We think you should keep this quality on your radar when considering these projects for your yard. After all, you can build it to fit your theme. Make the most out of it.

8. DIY on Steroids by Smoking Meat Forums

This DIY project has so much going on that makes it worth a look. It adds several elements to grilling since they’ll likely find a useful purpose. This plan made us think, why didn’t we think of that with everything it has, from the smoker to the oven? Limiting yourself to a grill seems too provincial when you consider possibilities like this one.

9. The Ideal DIY Smoker by Joe Novice

Smoker aficionados will love this design. Commercial smokers aren’t always the most attractive. This grill breaks that misconception with something that looks mean and ready to take it on in high style. We think it’s a natural segue for BBQ enthusiasts. After all, they’re into advanced outdoor cooking. Why not complete the picture with your bespoke outdoor kitchen?

10. Modern DIY Brick Barbecue by Instructables

This modern DIY brick barbecue plan explains how to make a stunning brick bbq that is both practical and beautiful. This barbecue has a built-in pizza oven and other compartments that enhance its functionality and practicality. This plan is immediately difficult, so you might need a hand to help you out if you’re a beginner DIYer. Also, the materials and tools are not entirely explained, so you might need to look over the plan a couple of times to ensure you’ll get all the supplies to make this brick bbq successfully.

11. Simple Brick DIY BBQ by Grill Dorks

There’s nothing better than going out to your yard and having a BBQ with your family and friends on a sunny day. Luckily, you can easily have all kinds of bbq gatherings by creating this simple brick DIY bbq in your backyard. This project is intermediate as it requires you to have a lot of different tools; still, it’s typically easy to make this brick barbecue as it only requires three materials: sand, cement, and bricks. The finishing product should be done in a day or two, and you can finally start enjoying all the wonders of outdoor cooking.

12. Brick DIY BBQ Pit by How Stuff Works

If you want to have a functional and extravagant bbq in your backyard, you should check out this brick DIY bbq pit plan. This plan is intermediate as it requires digging the hole for the BBQ pit and then building the pit from bricks. You won’t need a bunch of fancy tools to execute this plan, which is why you can try making this brick bbq plan even if you’re new to the DIY world. This brick grill will be large enough to make food for multiple people simultaneously, and it will also increase your home’s value as it looks good and acts as a home upgrade.

13. Backyard Brick DIY Barbecue Pit by Ketolicious Kitchens

Building a brick bbq in your yard can seem like a daunting process, especially if you don’t have much available space to place the barbecue. Luckily, we’ve stumbled upon a beautiful backyard brick DIY barbecue pit that’s small and easy to make, making it the perfect brick bbq option for people with limited space. This is an easy project that only requires basic tools, meaning that even beginners with no handy skills should still be able to make it without any problem.

14. Brick BBQ With Stove and Firewood Storage by Creative Craft

If you want to create an outdoor cooking space where you can prepare amazing meals, consider building this brick bbq with a stove and firewood storage. This is a simple project that requires basic materials and tools, so anyone can build this barbecue in no time. An excellent thing about this brick bbq is that it’s easy to make and contains a stove as well as free storage space for your firewood.

15. Quick & Easy DIY Brick BBQ by stu crompton

Last but not least, you can consider building this quick and easy DIY brick bbq. It’s an easy and straightforward plan that only requires basic tools, bricks, cement, sand, and a grate. As this plan is simple, anyone can make this brick barbecue with little effort. By following the instructions from the YouTube video, you’ll turn your plain outdoor space into a stunning cooking spot in no time.

Final Thoughts

Making a DIY grill gives you the freedom to design it to your specifications. You can make it larger or more complex without adding a lot to your investment.

Working with brick takes some skill. If you’re new to this work, we recommend taking it slow. You might even consider tapping the talents of a friend who knows how to work with these materials. You likely find you’ll get plenty of use out of your grill.

Featured Image Credit: Albert Pego, Shutterstock