RB73 Quercus: Fire, Food, and Style in One Outdoor Stove

Experience alfresco cooking in comfort with the RB73 Quercus. This striking outdoor wood stove brings warmth, flavour and atmosphere to every evening spent outdoors

March 21, 2024
By Reece Toscani
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A Wood Stove Made for Food Lovers

Among a line-up of striking corten steel outdoor fires, the RB73 Quercus stands out as the one designed with food at its heart. While models like the Quaruba and Bijuga focus on creating atmosphere and warmth, the Quercus adds an integrated oven chamber above the firebox, transforming it from a garden heater into a fully-fledged outdoor cooking appliance.

Made in the Netherlands from heavy-duty corten steel, the Quercus is designed to live outdoors year-round. Its bold square shape, tall chimney, and rust-coloured patina give it presence in any space, whether that’s a private patio or a show garden. We first covered this woodburner in our RB73 Quercus on TV, Fireside Culture piece on its TV and event appearances, but here we’ll take a closer look at what makes this stove a must-have for outdoor dining enthusiasts.

Design & Build Quality

The Quercus shares RB73’s signature approach to design: clean architectural lines, durable materials, and practical engineering. Its corten steel body naturally develops a weather-resistant coating over time, meaning you can leave it outside through all seasons without worrying about corrosion.

Unlike many outdoor stoves, the Quercus is not just an open firebox with a chimney. Its structure is divided into two distinct parts: the lower fire chamber, where the logs burn, and the upper oven chamber, where the heat is channelled for cooking. This design creates a striking profile and immediately signals that the Quercus is something different — an outdoor fire with serious culinary potential.

RB73 Quercus Outdoor Cooking Stove with Oven

£2,795.00

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Cooking Performance

At the heart of the Quercus is its integrated wood-fired oven. Unlike open-flame cooking, where food is often exposed to smoke and uneven heat, the oven chamber provides a controlled environment for baking, roasting, and slow cooking. From wood-fired pizzas and bread to hearty roasts and casseroles, the Quercus is capable of delivering restaurant-quality results with the unique flavour only firewood can provide.

A glass-fronted oven door allows you to monitor your food as it cooks, while the enclosed chamber keeps flames and smoke away from the ingredients. This makes the Quercus especially appealing to those who love the romance of cooking with fire but want a cleaner, more practical experience than cooking directly over embers.

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Heat & Atmosphere

Of course, the Quercus is still a stove at heart, and its firebox provides the same cosy glow and radiant warmth you’d expect from RB73. The tall chimney ensures smoke is drawn away from the cooking and seating area, making it more comfortable for gatherings. Whether you’re dining al fresco in spring or hosting an autumn garden party, the Quercus creates a focal point that’s as much about atmosphere as it is about functionality.

Practical Features

Beyond design and cooking, the Quercus is a stove built for real-world use. The corten steel body requires virtually no maintenance — its weathered surface protects against rust and only looks better with age. The enclosed firebox keeps sparks under control, making it safer than an open firepit. And the oven’s insulated door and robust handles are built for durability, even under frequent use.

This is a stove that’s designed to be used, not just admired. Leave it outside all year, fire it up whenever the occasion demands, and it will reward you with years of reliable performance.

Comparing the Quercus to Other RB73 Models

RB73 has built a reputation on corten steel outdoor stoves, and each model has its own personality. Here’s how the Quercus compares:

Quaruba – Available in multiple sizes and modular configurations, the Quaruba is RB73’s most flexible stove. It can be fitted with wheels, log storage, and glass on multiple sides. Unlike the Quercus, it does not feature an oven.
Bijuga – A striking industrial-inspired design with a more open look. Ideal for those who want an eye-catching statement piece with powerful heat, but again, no oven chamber.
Quercus – The “foodie’s choice.” Its defining feature is the oven, which makes it unique in RB73’s line-up. While it still delivers fire and heat, its main appeal lies in its cooking capabilities.

By including the oven, the Quercus appeals to a slightly different audience: those who see fire as a tool not just for warmth, but for shared meals and culinary creativity.

A Centrepiece for Outdoor Living

The RB73 Quercus is more than a stove — it’s a statement of how outdoor living is evolving. It brings together warmth, atmosphere, and serious cooking potential in one sculptural corten steel package. For food lovers who want to elevate their outdoor gatherings, it’s hard to beat.

👉 If you’d like to see where the Quercus has already made its mark — from BBC Gardeners’ World to the Chelsea Flower Show — don’t miss our Fireside Culture feature here.

Have you tried cooking with an outdoor wood stove like the Quercus? Or maybe you’ve seen it in action at an event? Share your experiences and ideas in the comments below — we’d love to hear what dishes you’d cook first in the Quercus oven.

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Reece Toscani

Reece has over two decades in the fireplace and stove world — testing, reviewing, and occasionally getting covered in soot, all in the name of wood-fired home heating. He cuts through the nonsense, busts the myths, and shares straight-talking advice to help you enjoy your stove without the confusion. From Fireplace Products to Redefining Woodburners, if it burns wood, he’s probably tested it, fixed it, or argued about it. Now, through Woodburner Insights, he shares that experience with the world — both here and on YouTube.