Your Little Chef Will Love Playing in One of These Kids' Kitchen Sets
Your Little Chef Will Love Playing in One of These Kids' Kitchen Sets
One of the best ways to encourage your kids to engage in imaginative, hands-on play is by cooking together in the kitchen. Just ask Ree Drummond: spending time together is among her best parenting advice.
But for younger kids, you can safely introduce them to the world of cooking with a kids kitchen set. Just like the best gifts for toddlers, a kitchen set helps them learn about the world through play. The best sets are not only fun for your toddler, but they have a whole slew of positive benefits: playing in pretend kitchens can help build fine motor skills, teach kids how to take care of their space, and show them how to play well with others. Just like shopping for real kitchens, there are countless play kitchen styles to choose from. You can go for a super-realistic kitchen set, or a more whimsical toy version. There are entirely wood sets, or interactive ones that turn on and light up. And then you also have to consider your budget: play kitchens can vary significantly in price, from less than $100 to a few hundred dollars. Many of them even include play food and "tools," as Christmas toys for kids.
Click through the gallery to see a dozen amazing play kitchens. Some of them are so nice, they might even inspire you to add some new DIY kitchen décor to your own space!
Uptown Elite White Play Kitchen
KidKraft
walmart.com
$199.99
Your toddler will love playing with this super modern kitchen from Walmart. The ice maker dispenses plastic ice cubes, and the stove knobs click and turn.
Little Chef Berlin Modern Play Kitchen
maisonette.com
$126.41
Does this kitchen come in adult-sized? The realistic setup comes with accessories including a cordless phone, spatula, pot and chopping board.
IKEA DUKTIG Play Kitchen
IKEA
ikea.com
$89.00
This inexpensive kitchen set is super sturdy and easy to put together. The stove's cooktop lights even switch on and off to give a realistic glow!
Janod Cooker Reverso
crate and barrel
crateandbarrel.com
$209.99
Add a retro touch to your toddler's space with this funky play kitchen. Turn it around for a surprise: there's a a pantry and washing machine on the reverse for even more hours of play.
Little Chef Philly Modern Play Kitchen
maisonette.com
$55.99
You don't need to break the bank to give your kids the benefits of a play kitchen. This small kitchen is less than $60.
Vintage Pink Kitchen Set
KidKraft
lowes.com
$132.14
Opt for a fun retro look with this bright pink play set. Kids can also answer pretend phone calls on the silver cordless phone.
Play Kitchen with Toy Food and Cookware Accessories
tinylandus.com
$149.99
This kitchen comes stocked with plenty of accessories to make playtime even more fun. Included are aprons, chef hats, cutting play food, toy knife, and pans!
Farm-to-Table Play Kitchen
maisonette.com
$209.99
Encourage healthy eating from a young age with this farm-to-table play set. The window boxes can be planted with carrots and purple onions that can also be chopped on the cutting board!
Cook, Bake, and Brew Modern Deluxe Kitchen
fatbraintoys.com
$109.95
Kids will love how interactive this wooden kitchen is for them. Press the buttons on this stove's range hood to turn on the light and hear the sound of the fan.
Montessori Wooden Play Kitchen
midmini
etsy.com
$550.72
Montessori-style play encourages independence and concentration through simple toys, like this wooden kitchen. You can even have it custom sized to your space!
Modern Chef Large Wooden Kitchen Play Set
crateandbarrel.com
$499.00
Encourage creativity with this kitchen's chalkboard that lets kids doodle today's menu. The cabinet and hooks make it easy to hang kitchen accessories.
My First Mid-Century Kitchen
west elm
potterybarnkids.com
$499.00
Introduce your kids to classic mid-century design with this minimalist play kitchen. It's made from durable iron, stainless steel, and plastic.
Encourage the little chef in your life with the best kids kitchen sets in 2021. They include accessories like toy groceries, small appliances, and more.