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Pizza Ovens & Fire

Outdoor ovens and fire pits extend what you can cook outside. Pizza ovens reach temperatures far above home ovens, and fire pits make evening cooking social.

Delicious artisan pizza baking in a traditional wood-fired oven with flames
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How to choose

  • Choose gas pizza ovens for fast, consistent heat.
  • Check the oven opening size for your pizza size.
  • Use a peel and infrared thermometer.
  • Consider portability if you travel with the oven.

Common questions

How hot do outdoor pizza ovens get?

Many portable models reach 800-900°F, enough to cook Neapolitan-style pizza in about 60-90 seconds.

Can I bake bread in an outdoor pizza oven?

Yes, once the oven cools to a lower, steadier temperature after pizza, or by adjusting the flame low.