Char-Broil® Patio Bistro Infrared Electric Grill product details page

This little grill works well and is a great convenient size for small families. The food cooks quickly and nicely (I recommend wood chips). It looks really nice out on the patio, and cleans up much easier than other grills I have had. I love the convenience of not having charcoal or even propane to buy, but there are some inconveniences that come with electric. There is a cord that could be a problem with small children and dogs, and care must be taken not to allow the grill (especially the ele ctric control) to get wet. We have frequent late afternoon showers that pop up and a couple of times we have had to turn off and pull the grill under cover due to an unexpected rain. The grill is pricey, and I think for most, the other Char-Broil model like this that uses a propane tank might be an affordable alternative.

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We live in a Condo with restrictions to electric grills only on the wooden balcony decks. Last year's purchase turned over and bent in the first storm - lasted 3 weeks. After considerable research of options, prices, design, and popularity - we purchased this on line. It arrived SUPER fast - we assembled it easily in about an hour - it is sturdy and solidly built - and it grills like a dream. I love that you can regulate the temp - I love this grill !!! My neighbors have come to see it (heard b y word of mouth) - all have been impressed. The cord is very short - so when you order this grill - consider where your outlet is relative to where you want the grill - and order an extension cord of that length (no longer as you'll loose some power with a long cord). Instructions say specified for outdoor use - 14 gauge (not 16 or 18) - ie for small appliances or air conditioning unit. Also available from Char Broil is a handy side shelf for your plate or spices... By the way - while I stick to steaks and burgers and such - my wife uses this grill almost nightly as an "outdoor stove" - instead of heating up the kitchen). Its amazing what she can do on that grill ! Electric may not be charcoal - but it has MANY advantages !!!

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I love this grill. It heats up very quick and is easy to use. I love that it is electric because I use it all the time since it is quick and convenient. This was a great purchase.

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This grill is great! It sears and cooks the food very well. We were very impressed with the moistness and flavor of the foods we've cooked. Clean up was easy too. It's an efficient and well-sized electric grill for terraces or any small space. Having only had gas or charcoal grills in the past, we were pleasantly surprised by this electric grill. Target's online ordering, tracking and shipping were terrific.

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I bought this grill to put on my balcany. For the most part it worked as expected. The heat generated and cooking capability is great. The only bad part was that it kept on tripping the 15 amp circuit breaker. Unfortunately, I will have to sell this gill as it is not efficient for me and potential haphazard in my current living space. I will most likely be trying to get the gas grill instead.

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