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18.5-in W Black Barrel Charcoal Grill

Ratings & Reviews for Char-Griller 18.5-in W Black Barrel Charcoal Grill

4.6
129
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 4.6 out of 5
129 Reviews


96% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this grill for its compact design, excellent cooking performance, and durable construction. Most highlight its ideal size for small spaces and patios, with cast iron grates delivering superior searing and easy cleaning. Reviewers consistently commend reliable heat retention, authentic charcoal flavor, and exceptional value, with many owning multiple units over decades. Several note plastic wheels can be wobbly and the ash drawer allows grease to drip externally, while a few mention lacking a built-in thermometer. Despite minor drawbacks, customers demonstrate strong loyalty and repeatedly recommend it.

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129 Customer Reviews

Great little grill.

Would Recommend

Bought it cheap on clearance and it's been the best grill I've ever owned. Gotta keep the grates oiled so they don't rust but other than that it's very easy to own. My advice is to buy a chimney starter to make lighting the charcoal simple, and definitely get the cover for it to keep the rain off it. The one they sell for it fits like a glove. The combination of charcoal grilling plus the cast iron grates is fantastic. The food that comes off this thing is always top notch. This model is small, ...

October 1, 2017

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Lookout Mtn Ranch

I bought this lil feller for $38.00 at academy in chattanooga 6 years ago its the best 38 i spent use it to grill and smoke meat couldnt be any happier

April 22, 2017

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Very good

Bought this grill and was amazed at the way it grilled. Get's very hot and cooks fast. Just ordered new grates. The grates lasted almost 5 years. I would recommend this grill to anyone who has a small family. Can cook 4 steaks at one time. It is small so it heats up quick and cooks fast.

March 31, 2017

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Pleased grilling

The grill is well made with great capability - smoking and grilling. I am quite pleased. Buy the fitted cover. It looks good and truly protects your investment. I am buying replacement cooking grates after two full grilling seasons. This was expected. I give it four stars for great looks, overall durability and capability. I suppose there is always room for improvement. For the money, this is a no brainer.

January 29, 2017

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Good grill

This is my first grill from this company and not my last. It is well made and durable. The grill cooks well and can smoke when adjusted. It does have the same weakness as most grill - the grate will deteriorate in 2 seasons. Buy the custom cover - it is high quality that protects well and looks fantastic. I have had the grill more than 2 years and have no regrets.

January 1, 2017

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Patio Pro 1515

This is an amazing grill . I have done everything on it from ribs , chicken , pork chops, pork loin , and fish . It uses very little charcoal and heats up great . The only thing that it should have come with is a THERMOMETER . I bought a $6 thermometer and put it on . Well built . I have had ZERO problems with mine .

July 30, 2016

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Boy's First Smoker

I'm a Yankee that bought a house in Texas. Wife and I had a little boy and I bought him this Smoker for his Bday! I've never smoked meat before and am learning with him :)

July 11, 2016

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Very good option

Lo compr_ hace2 aÐos ya que mi hermano tiene uno casi igual. Me encantan sus parrillas de hierro, hacen que se marque la carne muy bien y con un cepillo se limpian bien. Fàcil de llevar incluso en el auto, ya que tan solo se quitan las extensiones de las patas et voila! cabe en cualquier maletero. He hecho costillas y recientemente pollo al horno y es una maravilla el asador. Lo recomiendo

July 1, 2016

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Patio 1515

Just tried it for the first time. Treating grate with bacon grease and pre cooked it then treated it again with bacon grease. Elk burgers came out great and didn't stick. I can tell already I will be enjoying this all summer.

June 25, 2016

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