Kalamazoo - the World's Premium True Hybrid Grill

The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill is the world's first and finest true hybrid grill - capable of cooking with gas, wood and charcoal, individually or in any combination, without compromise. Handbuilt to order in the USA from heavy-gauge marine grade stainless steel, it is the defining expression of serious outdoor cooking. Kitchen in the Garden is the official UK retailer, and you can see a working model in person at our showroom at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey.

What Makes the Kalamazoo a True Hybrid Grill?

Most grills that claim hybrid capability are, in practice, a compromise - a gas grill with a charcoal tray bolted on, or a wood smoker with a gas assist. The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill is different in a fundamental way. It was designed from the outset to cook with all three fuel sources - gas, charcoal and wood - as a seamless, integrated system.

The key is the Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer. Leave it empty and you have a pure gas grill, with the precision and instant control that demands. Load it with wood splits and you introduce that deep, resinous smoke that no gas flame can replicate. Fill it with charcoal for radiant heat and a clean, classic char. Or combine all three - gas for control, wood for flavour, charcoal for heat - and cook in a way that no other single piece of equipment allows.

The result is a grill that covers every outdoor cooking technique: high-heat searing, low-and-slow smoking, live fire grilling, indirect roasting. Kalamazoo invented this category. No other manufacturer has matched it.

If you want to explore the full range of outdoor cooking possibilities this unlocks, our outdoor cooking ideas page is worth a look.

Handcrafted to Order - Built for the Connoisseur

Every Kalamazoo grill is handbuilt to order at the company's facility in the USA. This is not a product that comes off a production line and sits in a warehouse. When you commission a Kalamazoo, it is made for you.

The construction reflects that commitment. Heavy-gauge 304 marine grade stainless steel is used throughout - the same specification used in marine environments and commercial kitchens, chosen for its resistance to corrosion, heat stress and the demands of decades of outdoor use. The custom dragon burners are engineered for exceptional heat output and even circulation across the cooking surface, delivering the kind of performance that serious cooks notice immediately.

Each grill is available as a freestanding cart model or as a built-in drop-in configuration, designed to integrate into a fully specified outdoor kitchen. Whichever route you take, the grill that arrives has been built with care and precision for the person who ordered it. That is a different relationship with a piece of cooking equipment than most people have experienced.

The Kalamazoo Range at Kitchen in the Garden

The range spans multiple sizes and configurations, from grills suited to a well-designed terrace to larger built-in models specified for ambitious outdoor kitchen projects.

Freestanding models - including the K500HT and K750HS - offer flexibility and the option to reposition the grill within a space. These are self-contained, cart-mounted grills that can anchor an outdoor cooking area without requiring fixed installation.

Built-in models - including the K500HB, K750HB and K1000HB - are designed to drop into an outdoor kitchen island or a fully bespoke kitchen build, sitting flush with the surrounding worktop and integrating cleanly with other appliances and cabinetry. If you are specifying a serious outdoor kitchen, these are the models to consider.

All models share the same core hybrid technology, the same dragon burner engineering and the same marine grade stainless steel construction. The difference is scale and configuration, not quality. Our team can advise on the right model for your project - whether you are building a compact terrace kitchen or a large-scale outdoor entertaining space. You can also explore types of outdoor kitchen to understand which layout suits your space.

Experience a Working Kalamazoo at Our Surrey Showroom

Kitchen in the Garden has a working Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill on display at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. This is not a static showpiece. It is a live, operational grill, and you are welcome to see it in action.

For anyone making a significant investment in outdoor cooking equipment, seeing the build quality first-hand matters. The weight of the stainless steel, the engineering of the drawer system, the precision of the burner controls - these are things that photographs and specifications cannot fully convey. Visiting the showroom gives you the information you need to specify with confidence.

Our team can also discuss how a Kalamazoo integrates into a bespoke outdoor kitchen design, and show you examples of how the grill has been specified alongside other appliances and kitchen systems. You can see what is possible in our recent projects gallery before you visit.

If you are working with a landscape designer or contractor, we are experienced in supporting trade specifications and can provide the technical detail needed to integrate the grill correctly into a build.

Is a Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill Worth the Investment?

It is a fair question, and it deserves a straight answer.

The 304 marine grade stainless steel construction means the grill is built to last for decades with appropriate care. It does not rust, it does not degrade, and it does not need replacing. That changes the calculation considerably when you consider the cost over time.

The versatility of true hybrid cooking means the Kalamazoo replaces multiple pieces of equipment - a gas grill, a charcoal kettle, a wood smoker - without the compromise of owning three separate appliances or the clutter of trying to accommodate them all.

And because each grill is handbuilt to order, you are not buying a mass-produced product. You are commissioning something made specifically for you, to a standard that reflects the seriousness of your investment.

For the outdoor entertainer who cooks regularly and cares about the result, the Kalamazoo is not an extravagance. It is the logical conclusion of a commitment to outdoor cooking done properly. Our design service ensures that commitment extends to the kitchen around it.

Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill - Frequently Asked Questions

What is a true hybrid grill?

A true hybrid grill can cook with gas, charcoal and wood - individually or in any combination - without compromising the performance of any fuel source. The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill was the world's first grill to achieve this, using a removable Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer that allows the cook to switch between or combine fuel types freely, in a single, integrated system.

How does the Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill work?

Custom dragon burners provide gas cooking with precise heat control. A removable drawer beneath the cooking grates can be loaded with wood splits, charcoal, or a combination of both. The cook can use any single fuel source or blend multiple fuels simultaneously, giving complete control over flavour profile and heat characteristics - from clean, high-temperature searing to long, smoke-infused slow cooking.

Can I see a Kalamazoo grill before I buy?

Yes. Kitchen in the Garden has a working Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill at the showroom at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Visitors are welcome to see the grill in operation and speak with expert staff about the full range and bespoke outdoor kitchen options. Call 01932 556266 or visit kitcheninthegarden.co.uk to arrange a visit.

Is the Kalamazoo grill suitable for a built-in outdoor kitchen?

Yes. The range includes both freestanding and built-in configurations. Built-in models are designed to integrate into outdoor kitchen islands and fully specified bespoke kitchen builds. Kitchen in the Garden offers a complimentary design service led by a chartered Landscape Architect, and can specify the right Kalamazoo model for any project across Surrey, Sussex, Berkshire and London.

How long does a Kalamazoo grill last?

Kalamazoo grills are constructed from heavy-gauge 304 marine grade stainless steel and are handbuilt to order. With appropriate care and maintenance, they are designed to provide decades of reliable, high-performance outdoor cooking. The build standard is comparable to commercial kitchen equipment - chosen specifically for longevity in demanding outdoor environments.

If you are ready to specify a Kalamazoo for your outdoor kitchen, or simply want to see one working before you decide, visit Kitchen in the Garden at Cedar Nursery, Cobham, Surrey. Our team offers expert advice, a complimentary design service, and the kind of support that makes a significant investment straightforward. Call us on 01932 556266 or visit kitcheninthegarden.co.uk to book a consultation or arrange a showroom visit.