Alfresco 42" Under-Grill Refrigerator ARXE-42 - 7.25 Cu. Ft., NSF Certified, 304 Stainless Steel

Alfresco 42" Under-Grill Refrigerator ARXE-42

The Alfresco ARXE-42 is a restaurant-inspired, all-weather outdoor refrigerator built to slide directly beneath a 42-inch Alfresco grill head or into any 42-inch outdoor kitchen island cutout. Its 7.25 cubic feet of capacity is split between a shelved door section and a two-drawer marinating section, so proteins, sauces, and beverages stay organized and genuinely cold even when your patio is not.

Alfresco was the first manufacturer to build a true all-weather outdoor refrigerator, and the ARXE-42 remains one of the most capable units in the category. A 1,000 BTU refrigeration system paired with a commercial fan-driven fin evaporator holds temperatures anywhere from 27°F to 56°F, and the Flash Recovery System pulls the interior back down to temperature quickly after the door has been open through a long cookout. Commercial polyurethane shot-in-place foam insulation and all-304-stainless construction inside and out mean it is built to the same standard as the grill above it.

Key Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cutout dimensions for the Alfresco ARXE-42?
The ARXE-42 requires an island cutout of 42 1/2 inches wide by 21 3/4 inches high by 23 1/4 inches deep. The unit itself measures 44 11/16 inches wide by 24 3/16 inches high by 26 15/16 inches deep. Always confirm against the current spec sheet before framing your island.

How cold does the ARXE-42 get?
Temperature is digitally adjustable from 27°F to 56°F, a wider range than most outdoor refrigerators. That lets you run it cold enough for raw proteins or warmer for wine and produce.

Does the ARXE-42 need side or rear ventilation clearance?
No. The unit is fully front-breathing, drawing air in and exhausting it through the front, so it can be enclosed on the sides and back within a masonry or framed island. Follow the installation manual and local code for your specific build.

What is the difference between the ARXE-42 and the ARXE-42C?
The ARXE-42 is the built-in model that drops into an island cutout. The ARXE-42C is the cart model, which carries an Alfresco grill head on a freestanding refrigerated cart.

Is the ARXE-42 NSF certified?
Yes. It is certified to National Sanitation Foundation standards, and the marinating drawers include removable NSF food pans.

Complete Your Outdoor Kitchen

Pair the ARXE-42 with Built-In Grills, Grill Cabinets, Grill Doors, and Ice Bins. Browse all Outdoor Refrigerators or the full Alfresco collection.

NorthwoodsGrills is an authorized Alfresco dealer. Every ARXE-42 ships free and is backed by the full manufacturer warranty, including Alfresco's limited lifetime warranty on stainless steel components.