Griddle dilema

[Bytor]

I'm looking into getting a griddle. I have a little griddle that works nice on my grill, it's just too small at times. I have been looking at the following three griddles.

Blackstone - Wallyworld has the 36" for $274
Pit Boss - Ace has their 36" for $299
Chargriller - Lowes has their new 36" for 299

Flat Iron® Gas Griddle

Professional grills and smokers. Seriously hard working grills.

www.chargriller.com

I currently have a Chargriller duo that is around 6 years old. I know they tend to be on the cheaper side, but my grill has served me well and this unit looks pretty nice. I haven't seen any reviews on the unit, so I'm kind of ruling it out. I see Blackstone mentioned here and on other forums with good reviews. I really haven't seen much on the Pit Boss unit. The Camp Chef is sort of out of my price range and I have heard mixed reviews of the unit, though mainly due to the front grease removal.

I'm thinking 36" is rather large for the majority of my cooks, though anything smaller only comes with two burners. I'm thinking that for the extra 10" or so with the 36" versus a smaller one, two more burners would make for better heat distribution on the top. I'm really considering the Blackstone, I just wanted to see if there's anything I am overlooking.

Thanks

 

[TNJAKE]

I have the Blackstone 28 pro series. Has a built on lid and the 36 they have for 274 doesn't. Love mine. Plenty big enough for my family of 6. Havent got close to needing more room. Being able to close down the lid is nice. Helps melting things fast versus having to use a tiny dome. Just food for thought

 

[Ooaaronoo]

I have the Blackstone 28 pro series. Has a built on lid and the 36 they have for 274 doesn't. Love mine. Plenty big enough for my family of 6. Havent got close to needing more room. Being able to close down the lid is nice. Helps melting things fast versus having to use a tiny dome. Just food for thought View attachment 446113View attachment 446114View attachment 446115

Does the lid keep it clean from dust and debris?

 

[TNJAKE]

Does the lid keep it clean from dust and debris?

Yeah I have a full cover for it though.

 

[Ooaaronoo]

Yeah I have a full cover for it though.

Even better.. I'm trying to convince the wife we need one.

 

[TNJAKE]

Lid is nice for melting cheese on smashburgers or cheesesteaks. Close it down versus using a dome that cant cover all your food at once

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Even better.. I'm trying to convince the wife we need one.

This just may be a situation where it is better to ask forgiveness than permission.

 

[Ooaaronoo]

This just may be a situation where it is better to ask forgiveness than permission.

I do that with everything involving golf

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

I do that with everything involving golf

It must have been about a week or so ago, my wife and I saw a Blackstone commercial on TV.
Her comment was " Oh, that looks cool. I wonder how well it works?"
I knew right then and there, if/when I want a Blackstone, I already have the WAF.

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Sam's Club has their 36" for $199 right now. Worth buying a griddle just to make smash burgers!

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

I have the Blackstone 28 pro series. Has a built on lid

I have 28" that just using a rubber maid cover right now. Searching for a lid. Griddle has holes in it that look like could install a hood but can't seem to find one? Yours looks great!!!

 

[mike243]

Love my older model Blackstone 36" you can load 1 down in a hurry, I wish mine had the lid, I am going to make 1 for mine shortly

 

[TNJAKE]

I have 28" that just using a rubber maid cover right now. Searching for a lid. Griddle has holes in it that look like could install a hood but can't seem to find one? Yours looks great!!!

Yeah I love the look of the pro series. The dome lid is great. They make a hard cover for your Blackstone that you may like

Blackstone 28 in. Griddle Hard Cover 5003 - The Home Depot

Keep your grills safe and dry from the elements with the help of this Blackstone Griddle Hard Cover.

www.homedepot.com

It looks like it has enough clearance to throw on to melt some cheese for a few seconds

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Yeah I love the look of the pro series. The dome lid is great.

Just got to looking at your back yard. I am seriously jealous!

 

[Bytor]

I have the Blackstone 28 pro series. Has a built on lid and the 36 they have for 274 doesn't. Love mine. Plenty big enough for my family of 6. Havent got close to needing more room. Being able to close down the lid is nice. Helps melting things fast versus having to use a tiny dome. Just food for thought View attachment 446113View attachment 446114View attachment 446115

TNJAKE, do you think the two burner option provides for adequate heat distribution, e.g., do you have hot spots needing to attend to?

 

[jcam222]

I have the Blackstone 28 pro series. Has a built on lid and the 36 they have for 274 doesn't. Love mine. Plenty big enough for my family of 6. Havent got close to needing more room. Being able to close down the lid is nice. Helps melting things fast versus having to use a tiny dome. Just food for thought View attachment 446113View attachment 446114View attachment 446115

I have a Blackstone that will last me a long time. I need an excuse to sell it or gift it so can get one with a lid. That is one awesome feature

 

[TNJAKE]

Just got to looking at your back yard. I am seriously jealous!

I live a mile into the woods on 15ac with no neighbors. Love it

 

[TNJAKE]

TNJAKE, do you think the two burner option provides for adequate heat distribution, e.g., do you have hot spots needing to attend to?

Its 2 knobs but has 4 burner tubes. Perfect even heat

 

[Bytor]

Its 2 knobs but has 4 burner tubes. Perfect even heat

Well, I pulled the trigger and got the 28" Pro series with the lid. Man, these things must be popular as it was a hard find to get. Thanks again TNJake on the recommendation. This is exactly what I need and was looking for.

The problem now is that I'm running out of space on my patio and need to expand it. Time to add another project to the list. ........

 

[TNJAKE]

Well, I pulled the trigger and got the 28" Pro series with the lid. Man, these things must be popular as it was a hard find to get. Thanks again TNJake on the recommendation. This is exactly what I need and was looking for.

The problem now is that I'm running out of space on my patio and need to expand it. Time to add another project to the list. ........

Cool man. You're gonna love it. I have the same patio problem. Let us know how you like the griddle. Put a heavy first seasoning on it