A barbecue site is an outdoor area where people can gather to cook and eat food. Common barbecue sites include patios, decks, yards, and pits. Patios are paved outdoor areas that are usually attached to a house or building. Decks are raised wooden platforms that are often used for entertaining. Yards are grassy areas that are typically found around a house. Pits are dug-out areas that are used to contain fire and smoke for cooking.