BLACKSTONE Original 36 Inch Griddle Grill Station

I’ve been using my Blackstone Griddle for a few months now, and I absolutely love it! It’s the perfect appliance for outdoor cooking, and it’s so versatile. I’ve cooked everything from pancakes to chicken fried rice, to vegetables and burgers plus even desserts. It’s always turned out amazing.

The griddle is made of heavy-duty steel, so it’s very durable. It also has a large cooking surface, so I can cook for a crowd which has been great for summer time get-togethers. The griddle is also very easy to clean, which is a huge plus as this is always a deterrent when thinking about having people over.

My family loves what I make on it and I have to say it isn’t even hard. The griddle was easy for me to season (I suggest buying their season grease that comes in a small container) Eventually the whole griddle is a nice black sheen that is easy to clean. I would definitely recommend this griddle to anyone who loves to cook outdoors.

Pros:

Versatile
Durable
Large cooking surface
Easy to clean

Cons:

None that I’ve found, although I do suggest keeping it clean after every cook.

Overall:

A great product that I would definitely recommend.

If you’re here, you’re here to buy. You can’t beat the quality of these. Although they are a bit heavy it’s completely worth it in the end game. You might as well throw your old grill out because this unit is a game changer.

Let me first say – many of these reviews are misleading… some people have clearly never grilled before and it shows. This arrived a day early. The package was a little beat and wet (it rained after delivery) but to my surprise inside was dry and really well packaged and protected. It is a VERY heavy package so don’t throw your back out trying to lug it up stairs or whatever, have a second person help you.

Assembly took all but 30 to 45 minutes – primarily because the pictures can be a little confusing. Also, some of the instructions are a little backwards (some things should be done first instead of later). Otherwise, it was easy to assemble and I only needed a second person for a couple things – primarily to hold pieces while they’re being screwed. You will need a screw driver and a ratchet set, maybe a flat head for some things.

I do want to point out that in other reviews, they feel they got a used flat top – it is NOT used. The flat top is pre-seasoned with avocado oil giving the appearance it’s used but this is merely to protect and care for the cast iron. The flat top is VERY heavy and sturdy and will need to be cleaned off tape and styrofoam prior to use. You will also need an AA battery for the ignition button.

It fits a standard LP 20lb tank. For those new to grilling… after buying a tank, you need to fill it up so don’t be surprised if you get home and your grill doesn’t work cause your tank weighs as much as a basketball… lol. Anyways, Grill instructions are great with great information for getting started, cleaning, seasoning, repair, etc. KEEP IT! And register it as soon as you get it!

I do want to point out, you don’t necessarily need to buy the brand name seasoning oil or anything, this grill can be seasoned with olive oil or lard or crisco… you will need to do this three times or so prior to cooking. The step by step instructions are included in the kit. I’d recommend using a microfiber cloth over a paper towel due to the debris a paper towel leaves behind.

Getting this grill started is easy. There are four burners and it takes maybe five minutes or so before it’s hot and smoking. My first time grilling I cooked a steak and some chicken thighs. To my surprise, it came out really good! Cleaning is a quick 5 to 10 minute process as well as re-seasoning the grill after use. The magnetic attachment and hooks on the side make it easy to secure metal cooking utensils and the collapsible side tables/counters are great for holding supplies and food. My favorite feature has to be the heat control – you can have one side of the grill super hot while the middle is lower heat and the other side can be warm and off keeping food from going cold.

Five uses later, this thing has been heaven! I haven’t cooked on my stove in almost three weeks and don’t miss it. Meal prep is so easy. Steaks, chicken thighs/tenderloins, pork chops, veggies, rice – I can do it all at once. SO much food! I literally can spend an hour making 20 meals – to keep for three to four days breakfast lunch dinner and extra to store and freeze. I use this twice a week and it makes life so easy. It cooks vegetables so well as does eggs, bacon, rice, potatoes, all cuts of chicken and steak, pork cuts, frozen foods and marinades. It does it all. I don’t see myself using a stove.. unless it rains.

I would advise looking into getting a waterproof cover as well as an accessory kit so you’re ready to go!

This is probably the most versatile grill I ever owned! I have made just about everything I have ever eaten on this grill,from grilled romaine lettuce to juicy steaks. Makes a breeze of breakfast. I had eggs,pancakes,hash browns,bacon,and sausages going at the same time. I saw the same grill at Wal-Mart a few weeks later a little cheaper and it had came with the attached lid.