Santa Maria Grills

Santa Maria Grills | Authentic Wood-Burning BBQ Grills & Kits

Introduction

Experience the pinnacle of live-fire cooking with NorCal Ovenworks’ handcrafted Santa Maria Grills. Rooted in the traditions of the California Central Coast, our grills are engineered for those who demand precision, durability, and the unmatched flavor of wood-burning BBQ. Featuring our signature handwheel and cable system, these grills allow you to master heat control by raising or lowering the cooking surface over an open flame with "to-the-inch" accuracy.

Four Engineering Styles for Every Installation

Our Santa Maria collection is categorized by how the grill integrates into your cooking space:

Architectural Grill Kits (Masonry Inserts): Designed specifically for custom stone or brick fireboxes. Choose a Bolt-In style for a seamless recessed look or a 4-Sided Flange design for a secure installation on your countertop or masonry edge.
Drop-In Grills with Fireboxes: These are self-contained systems that include a heavy-duty steel firebox. Designed for seamless integration into outdoor kitchen islands, these units "drop in" to a rectangular cutout with no internal masonry required.
Portable & Freestanding Grills: Take the authentic Santa Maria experience anywhere. Our portable models feature heavy-duty frames, industrial casters, and the same robust lifting mechanisms found in our built-in architectural models.
NSF Certified Commercial Santa Maria Grills: Built for the rigors of high-volume professional kitchens, our NSF Certified Commercial Santa Maria Grills are the premier choice for top chefs and pitmasters. These units feature reinforced steel construction and heavy-duty lifting mechanisms engineered to withstand 24/7 use in restaurants, hotels, and large-scale catering operations.

The NorCal Difference: Architectural Quality

Unlike mass-produced alternatives, every NorCal grill is handcrafted in the USA using heavy-gauge materials:

All-Stainless Steel: The premier choice for maximum corrosion resistance and a sleek, modern finish.
Architectural Black Steel: A rugged, traditional aesthetic built with professional-grade thickness for a lifetime of use.
Split-Grate Systems: Available across our entire lineup, Split Santa Maria designs feature dual-height control, allowing you to sear and slow-roast simultaneously over the same wood fire.

Whether you are outfitting a private backyard or a commercial steakhouse, invest in a grill that is built to perform and designed to last. Explore our collection of Santa Maria grills and kits today.

Are you outfitting a custom project or a professional kitchen? Contact our team for drawings and specific dimensions for your next build. 916-798-8901