Cast Iron Grills
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For an outdoor grill, a little something different can change the aesthetic of your entire outdoor scheme. A cast iron outdoor grill, will add a raw energy to your grilling that will make you feel more primal and less pedestrian. These grills are very solid and sturdy and come in plenty of styles. Take a look at our collection of outdoor cast iron grills.
Our Picks
29 5’’ Portable Cast Iron Grill
Napoleon
What We Like: No setup required, easy to ignite
What We Don’t Like: Heavy at 35 lbs.
Not So Great For: Daily use
Perfect For: Cookouts, tailgates, and picnics
Thanks to this cast iron grill’s 285 in² cooking surface, you can cook up to 20 hamburgers simultaneously at your next cookout, so it’s ideal for feeding a crowd. Perfect for trekking to camping spots, the cast iron BBQ can be taken anywhere with its ergonomic, heat-resistant handles. Add natural gas fuel, and the grill will pump out 12,000 BTU, more than enough to cook meat, fish, and vegetables.
Don’t let the compact size fool you; this is an authentic grillers barbecue. It has porcelain-coated grates for even heat distribution and beautiful grill marks on your food. The grill has a built-in thermometer for precision cooking and a removable drip tray for easy cleaning. Cook a feast quickly with this premium cast-iron barbecue grill.
Free Standing Electric Cast Iron Grill
Char-Broil
What We Like: Clean, efficient electric heating element
What We Don’t Like: Only 49 in² of cooking space
Not So Great For: Large parties or picnics
Perfect For: Small family meals
If you don’t like the smell or flavor of charcoal or the environmental impact of natural gas, then this electric cast iron BBQ grill is for you. It cooks food using a high-tech TRU-Infrared cooking technology which delivers heat directly to food, cooking food quickly and evenly. The porcelain-coated grill gives you the classic BBQ grill marks, and the removable warming rack lets you keep food warm while preparing other dishes or slow-cooked meats.
Unlike unpredictable combustible fuels, the grill temperature is controlled with an easy-to-use knob, offering precision cooking temperatures. The electric technology also prevents dangerous flare-ups, making this cast iron grill safer for families.
$223.58
28’’ Cast Iron Grill on Wheels
MECO Corporation
What We Like: Versatile, high-tech cooking technology with classic styling
What We Don’t Like: Cooks differently than a traditional grill
Not So Great For: Barbecue purists
Perfect For: Cooking a wide variety of foods
This innovative grill is more than just a simple electric cast iron outdoor grill. The high-tech electric cooking technology allows you to use this unit like a traditional cast iron charcoal grill, but with variable yet precise cooking zones to ensure the perfect medium rare, rare, or well-done steak all cooked simultaneously.
The grill can be turned vertically and used as a rotisserie to cook the perfect whole chicken or turkey or slow-cook a roast perfectly. The grill can be easily moved on its two back wheels, and all your cooking gear can be conveniently stored in a wire basket attached to the grill.
$201.99
Dark Grey Weber Cast Iron Grill
Weber
What We Like: Compact, but has a large grilling surface
What We Don’t Like: Heavy for its size
Not So Great For: Outdoor picnics
Perfect For: Patios, decks, and backyards
This portable cast iron grill outdoor cooker from renowned brand Weber is designed to whip up a feast at home. It uses well-placed electric heating units, aluminum heat retention liners, and porcelain-coated grills to precisely and evenly distributes heat on the cooking surface.
The grill plugs into any standard outlet and has a 72’’ cord, giving you the flexibility to place the grill in the perfect spot around your home. Weber Grills are famous for their quality and durability, and this grill gives you that tradition of excellence in a portable, easy-to-use package.
$399
$499
Hibachi Style Cast Iron Grill
Uno Casa
What We Like: Simple, traditional charcoal grill
What We Don’t Like: Harder to cook with than electric grills
Not So Great For: Beginning BBQ chefs
Perfect For: BBQ aficionados
Thanks to the vintage design and solid construction, this Hibachi-style cast iron charcoal grill will help you serve delicious meals for decades to come. It has a vintage classic design, with modern touches to make the grill easier to use with better heat control and portable, perfect for an outdoor picnic or camping trip.
The grill can cook any meat or vegetable and can be used to create small meals as well as family-sized feasts. It comes pre-seasoned and ready to use and includes a rain cover to protect the grill when it isn’t in use, giving you even more years of enjoyment. Give your food the classic, rich charcoal taste with this stylish grill.
