GCI OUTDOOR Master Cook Station | Portable Folding Kitchen Table with Soft Shell Sink, Heat Resistant Tabletop & Telescoping Lanter Pole, Perfect for Camping Trips

We have a smaller couples travel trailer with an outdoor kitchen, and over the years we have assembled a kitchen and patio ewith furniture and tables that all fit together to create a compact and efficient kitchen and outdoor living space. The table top for the camp kitchen we have had for over 25 years was warping and needed to be replaced, but for the kitchen and patio ensemble to still fit and work together, we needed to replace it with a camp kitchen that is about the same size as our existing camp kitchen and also has similar underneath storage shelves.Our existing camp kitchen measures 22 x 53, and after a lot of looking, I was excited to find the GCI Master Cook Station that opens very much like our existing camp kitchen and, when partially set up without the end shelves, had measurements described as almost the exact same size.When the table arrived, we set it up right away. It is just as easy to set up as described and we love the fact that each of the snap up supports have a thumb projection to avoid pinching fingers in the hinges. We also love the flexibility of being able to set the station up either partially or fully and that it can be partially collapsed quickly to be put under cover for sudden rain storms. We also love how sturdy it is, that most of the table is level at the same height, and it won't hurt to get it a little wet. The only disappointment is that the table top is much narrower than described, so it is not as close to the size of our existing camp kitchen as we hoped.Our existing camp kitchen is 22 x 53. The dimensions for the Master Cook Station when opened without the side shelves are listed as 22 x 56 - almost the same - but the actual table top is only 15 x 56 inches - about 7 inches narrower than described. Fully opened with the end shelf it is 15 x 70. Our existing camp kitchen has a work area of 7.7 sf. Partially opened to about the same length, the Master Cook Station is 5.8 sf, and fully opened it is 7.3 sf; so it is 17 inches longer than our existing camp kitchen but still has less work space. This isn't really a complaint, but an observation that the width description does not seem to be accurate, and we were surprised to find the actual table depth so much smaller than described. The length and height described are both accurate.One other big plus for the Master Cook Station is the height. I am 5'4" and my husband is 6'4". The Master Cook Station is a comfortable work height for me while also being high enough that my husband doesn't have to bend over. He loves that!Overall, we love how easily the Master Cook Station sets up, the flexibility of being able to set it up in several different configurations, that it is sturdy, and that it can get a bit wet. We can't wait to see how it fits in and functions with the rest of our outdoor kitchen and patio ensemble on our next trip in 2 weeks!If we could change two things, we would. 1. The telescoping pole for hanging a light is a nice feature, but we probably won't use it. The pole is located halfway from each end of the table, and when collapsed, it extends several inches above the table top. That limits the ability to put something right in the middle of the table that might hang over the edge. It would be great if the pole could be collapsed down to table height or even detached. 2. The sink is large and a nice feature, but again, we won't use it. The table top is slatted, so water, spills, or dirt can get down into the sink requiring some extra cleaning. It is a nice, additional storage area, would be great if the sink were removable, too.

Use this every time I go camping. It works out great.

I have always been on the lookout for a sturdy, yet functional camp kitchen to bring along on our RV adventures as using the picnic table at the site is not always easy when you need space to cook, but also to eat!We not setup our Blackstone to the right and place this against the side of our camper to hold all condiments, food items, etc. The paper towel holder is simple yet fully functional and easy to use, plus having some retention from the cord helps in the windy conditions and keeps towels from coming unravled in the wind.The garbage bag holder idea is decent but we still utilize a separate trash container as the retention on the clips is not always perfect.Side tables are very sturdy and the lower storage area is large, however having the cross structure of the table in front does limit the ease of placing larger items such as coolers. We utilize it with a small basket for extra towels, cook ware, etc.The sink is not as practical as I had hoped but this is what I expected for a soft basin sink style of camp kitchen. We have a small faucet that is clamped onto the side and connected to the campsite water so we can have running water with a bucket placed under the drain. One modification I made was to extend the pipe a bit lower to avoid splashing, however a bucket could be placed higher to the same effect.Folding this table is a breeze once you have done it a few times and it fits perfectly between the bench seat and table in our dinette area for transportation.Out of all the options I have seen this is by far the best and most practical design and looking forward to using this for all our future trips ahead!

One of the best camping decisions I’ve ever made. Helps keep your cooking organized and simple.

Really like it overall, but it seems like it was designed for convenience over stability in a couple spots. I think it’s “stable enough” for what it’s designed to do, but not as stable as it could be with a couple locking latches. Won’t stop me from using it though.

This was fantastic for our camping setup. Much better then having multiple stations. The only problem I have encountered was the drain gets plugged fast but I have seen people switch it out with regular plumbing pipes which I plan to do also. Would recommend to anyone who needs a camp kitchen