Review the cooking equipment
BBQ, pizza, kamado and live-fire equipment can all create different heat and smoke conditions.
Outdoor Kitchens & Entertaining · Shelter answer
Can an Outdoor Kitchen Go Under a Pergola?
Yes, but the answer depends on the exact cooking equipment and the degree of enclosure. A shaded roof does not remove appliance installation requirements.
Planning guidance — final supplied configuration remains project-specific.
Review the enclosure state
Side screens or glass can reduce airflow, so the project should consider how the cooking area behaves when the sides are open and when they are closed.
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