Hi everyone - I recently moved into a house that has a grill built into the stonework. I used to use a Weber Summit which I loved. The built in grill looks nice but it is small (28" wide surface) and isn't very good. I would really appreciate any recommendations. The equipment reviews can't be sorted by built-ins. Thank you!
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Grilla has some smokers that work with built ins but also a nice outdoor set if you want to add to your existing setup.
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I own Grilla now and they can easily be built in as STEbbq mentions. If you are looking for a built in gasser, Blaze makes a very good product.
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Thanks DavidNorcross and @OldGlory. I saw good feedback on Blaze online but the fact that the line isn't on AmazingRibs' review gave me pause.
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Understand. I have actually owned the Blaze built in.
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What are the dimensions of the cut out?
Go to BBQ Guys and you can sort by Built-In or Cart Grills.
Built in gas grill inserts for your outdoor kitchen. Most models available for propane or natural gas. Get exert help toll-free at 877-743-2269.
Plenty on that site but to list a few:
DCS
Alfresco
Blaze
Lynx
Twin Eagles
Fire Magic
Hestan
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Thanks. The cutout is 28"x21"x12". Do you have a sense as to whether the BBQ Guys' reviews are reliable? Meathead/AmazingRibs has always been my Rabbi so I wasn't sure where to go outside of this here site.
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I take the BBQ Guys reviews with a grain of salt since they are trying to sell you something. That said they give a good overview of the grills. AR's reviews are more unbiased so I trust Meathead, Max, and the rest of the crew much more.
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So, I'd think it through like this...
First, how is this grill deficient? That is, does it just not grill well? Grills ok but is too small? It's a gas grill and thus isn't great for smoking?
Second, if the actual performance is lacking but the size is OK, can you fix the performance with new grates, cleaning the jets etc?
Third, if the size is not big enough for what you want or the performance can't really be fixed or you want something there that isn't gas, I'd look at a new grill and at enlarging the cut out to a standard width.
I'd also look at what accessories you might want to use, i.e. a rotisseries, griddle, etc.Last edited by rickgregory; March 11, 2022, 01:55 PM.
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I have the Blaze 30 in. Very happy with it, good price/performance. Might not need a lot of cutting?
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I have the Blaze 40 inch. The grill is ok but the opening in the back of the grill is way to open. I have to put a piece of metal in the back to close the gap to get my temperature where I want it. The problem is it falls off when I open the grill. I still use it, but goto my Weber and Traeger more often.
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I'm no help on the topic. This case has a lot of ins, a lot of outs, and new sh_t has come to light since you posted, man. but I do have to say, I dig your screen name dude.Last edited by hoovarmin; July 10, 2022, 11:33 AM.
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