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Weber Summit S-470 4-Burner Liquid Propane Grill, Stainless Steel 580-Square Inch
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Brand | Weber |
Product Dimensions | 2.25"D x 2.6"W x 1.18"H |
Special Feature | Side Burner, Tuck-Away Rotisserie System, LED Fuel Gauge, Lighted Control Knobs, Smoker Box and Burner See more |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Fuel Type | Gas |
About this item
- 580-square-inch 48,800-BTU gas grill with stainless-steel cooking grates and Flavorizer bars ; 9 millimeter diameter stainless steel cooking grates
- Front-mounted controls; 4 stainless-steel burners; Snap-Jet individual burner ignition system and serves 8-10 people
- Side burner, Sear Station burner, smoker burner, and rear-mounted infrared rotisserie burner
- Enclosed cart; built-in thermometer; requires a 20-pound LP tank (sold separately); LED fuel gauge - LP models only
- Dimensions - Lid Open (inches)- 57.1 H x 66 W x 30 D.Dimensions - Lid Closed (inches)- 50.5 H x 66 W x 26.5 D
- 3D interactive assembly instructions for this product are available through the free BILT app.
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Brand | Weber |
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Product Dimensions | 2.25"D x 2.6"W x 1.18"H |
Special Feature | Side Burner, Tuck-Away Rotisserie System, LED Fuel Gauge, Lighted Control Knobs, Smoker Box and Burner |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Fuel Type | Gas |
Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
Included Components | Grill |
Assembly Required | Yes |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Handle Material | Aluminium |
Item Weight | 20 Pounds |
Heating Power | 14.3 Kilowatts |
Model Name | SUMMIT S470 |
Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
Installation Type | Built-In |
Wattage | 66 watts |
Main Burner Count | 4 |
Heating Elements | 4 |
Has Tool Hooks | No |
Has Lid Thermometer | Yes |
Has Flavorizer Bars | Yes |
Has Cart | Yes |
Has Infrared Burner | Yes |
Has Warming Rack | Yes |
Has Sear Zone | Yes |
Has Removable Cooking Grates | Yes |
Has Rotisserie | Yes |
Item Weight | 20 pounds |
Department | Appliances |
Manufacturer | Weber |
ASIN | B002BCSX0Y |
Item model number | 7170001 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #64,121 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #121 in Propane Grills |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Product description
Weber Summit stainless steel, liquid propane gas grill with tuck away rotisserie motor, stainless steel enclosed cart with stainless steel doors & chrome plated, cast aluminum handles & accent colored painted side and rear panels, 4 stainless steel burners, primary cooking area of 468-square-inch, warming rack area of 112-square-inches, for a total cooking area of 580-square-inches, 48,800 BTU-per-hour input main burner, 12,000 BTU-per-hour input flush mounted side burner,10,600 BTU-per-hour input infrared rear mounted rotisserie burner, 10,600 BTU-per-hour input sear burner, 8,000 BTU-per-hour input smoker burner & stainless steel smoker box, 2 stainless steel work surfaces, lighted control knobs, 6 tool hooks. Includes Weber cookbook and limited warranty. Liquid propane tank not included.
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9 mm diameter stainless-steel rod cooking grates retain heat evenly and create delicious sear marks. (Model E-420 shown) view larger 10,600 BTU-per-hour sear burner steps up the heat on demand for searing. (Model E-470 shown) view larger LED tank scale--check the fuel status with a push of the button. (LP models only) view larger Grill Out handle lights illuminate the grill--integrated tilt sensor with auto-on when raising the lid. (Model E-670 shown)
view larger Create general indirect heat for a slow cook and exceptionally flavorful results. (Model E-670 shown) view larger 12,000 BTU-per-hour input flush-mount side burner lets you multi-task while grilling. (Model S-420 shown) view larger Spread out the heat when cooking for a crowd. (Model E-670 shown) view larger Stainless-steel work area with tool hooks for easy access. (Model E-420 shown) view larger Keep the heat in one section for fast, direct heat--perfect when cooking for one or two people. (Model E-670 shown)
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Weber Summit S Series Gas Grills
Welcome to Top of the Line
These outstanding grills are the crown jewels of the Weber family. From exclusive features to the highest level of performance, these babies will make even seasoned grillers blush.
Weber's Original Gas Grilling System
Notice how sturdy the shroud feels as it opens smoothly on its hinges? See how the burners roar to life on the very first try? Delighted by how simple it is to achieve a mouthwatering meal every time? It's no accident. Weber spends countless hours perfecting the grilling systems on its gas grills, assuring easy assembly, an evenly heated cooking surface, and precision controls so you can tone things down or up to the perfect heat level for direct or indirect cooking.
Cookbox and Shroud
The cookbox houses the components of the cooking system: cooking grates, burner tubes, Favorizer Bars, and the grease management system.
Made of cast aluminum, Weber's gas-grill cookboxes are durable, efficient, require minimal care and maintenance, and can withstand the heat needed to grill at any temperature. In addition, the shape of the cookbox, when combined with the shroud, allows for the proper circulation of heat around food for even cooking whether you're using direct or indirect heat.
Cooking Grates
Weber gas-grill cooking grates come in three exceptional materials: porcelain-enameled steel, stainless steel, and porcelain-enameled cast-iron. Each type retains heat evenly and sears food beautifully. Porcelain-enameled steel cooking grates are durable and easy to clean. Stainless steel rod cooking grates make lovely sear marks, hold heat very well, and clean up with ease. Porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates combine the ease of porcelain-enameled with the superior heat retention of cast-iron--no need to season and easy to clean.
Burner Tubes
Weber's burners are made of high-grade stainless steel, which will stand up to the small amounts of water found in liquid propane and natural gas. The burner tubes are made of a singular piece of steel with no welds, making them stronger and more resistant to rust and burn-through. And while they are protected from grease drippings and food by the Flavorizer bars, Weber cart gas grill burner tubes can be cleaned easily by gently brushing with a Weber stainless-steel grill brush.
Controls for each burner give you the ability to grill by the direct or indirect method. Even more, the burners are spaced to provide heat across the entire cooking grate, and the burner valves have infinite control settings, so you can fine-tune the heat levels.
Flavorizer Bars
The innovative Flavorizer bar system, originally created by Weber, is designed perfectly to perform a variety of functions on the Spirit , Summit, and Summit gas grills. Angled just right, the Flavorizer bars catch drippings that smoke and sizzle, adding flavor to your food. Any drippings not vaporized by the Flavorizer bars follow the slope of their unique angle and are funneled away from the burner tubes, down into the grease management system. Not only does this help prevent flare-ups inside your grill, but it also protects the burner tubes from becoming clogged.
Made of either porcelain enamel or stainless steel, Flavorizer bars are durable, long lasting, and easy to care for. Periodically brushing them clean with a Weber stainless-steel grill brush will help keep Flavorizer bars performing at their best.
Grease Management
When juices drip off the meat, they funnel down to the Flavorizer bars, and then what doesn't vaporize into wonderful smoke goes down into the grease management system. The grease management system consists of an angled grease tray and catch pan. The grease tray rests beneath the cookbox a safe distance from the burner tubes to prevent the grease from catching fire. Grease is channeled down the grease tray and into the catch pan. Both the grease tray and catch pan are easy to clean. The tray easily slides out of the cabinet for cleaning, and when the catch pan starts to fill, simply remove the disposable drip pan, toss it in the trash, and replace it with an empty pan.
Fuel Gauge
A fuel gauge lets you know exactly where you stand on fuel at all times.
Sear Station Burner & Side Burner (Select Models)
Maximize the heat without minimizing grilling space. This high-powered sear burner is designed to step up the heat on demand for searing. Even more, a flush-mounted side burner lets you multi-task while grilling.
Summit S-470 Gas Grill
As part of the Summit S series, the S-470 gas grill has a front-mounted lighted control panel with four stainless-steel burners and a Snap-Jet individual burner ignition system. The unit provides stainless-steel cooking grates, stainless-steel Flavorizer bars, a 48,800 BTU-per-hour input, and 580 square inches of total cooking space, which consists of 468 square inches of primary cooking space and a 112-square-inch warming rack. For added versatility, the grill supplies a 12,000-BTU side burner, a 10,600-BTU Sear Station burner, a 6,800 smoker burner, and a 10,600 rear-mounted infrared rotisserie burner for the unit's Tuck-Away rotisserie system, which comes with a flip-up motor and separate spit and fork storage.
Other highlights include an enclosed cart, a stainless-steel shroud with a built-in thermometer, two stainless-steel work areas, a Grill Out light, six tool hooks, two heavy-duty front-locking casters, and two heavy-duty back swivel casters. Designed for use with natural gas or a 20-pound LP tank (sold separately), the gas grill measures 30 inches long by 66 inches wide by 57 inches high and carries a five-year limited warranty. A 10-foot flexible hose for natural-gas installation comes included.
Note: Images shown above are of the Weber Summit S series and E series in Black; features illustrated vary by model.
What is Weber T.I.P.S.?
Tradition
When George Stephen created the first Weber grill, he wanted to be able to bring his family together for a good meal. He insisted on a product that would exceed customers' expectations.
In the years since then, the Weber name has become synonymous with backyard barbecues and the family, friends, and good times that go with them. At Weber, they continue that tradition of excellence in everything they do from the development of new grills and accessories to the services they provide to customer and dealers.
Innovation
From the very beginning, Weber revolutionized backyard grilling. Since then, they have continued to develop products that enhance the grilling experience. From the original kettle with heat controlling dampers to electronic temperature controls and Flavorizer bars, Weber continues to be at the forefront of modern grilling, making the backyard a part of your kitchen.
Performance
Weber grills have been and will continue to be the true definition of performance in backyard grilling. Whether you're cooking a basic burger or an extensive meal, Weber grills are designed and engineered to give you the best performance every time.
Service
Service is of the utmost importance at Weber. Their Customer and Dealer Service associates work every day to ensure that their customers and dealers have the support they need.
2012 Weber Summit E Series Gas Grills
E-420
E-470
E-620
E-670
S-420
S-470
S-620
S-670 Color / Item Black (LP) 7121001 Black (NG) 7221001 Black (LP) 7171001 Black (NG) 7271001 Black (LP) 7321001 Black (NG) 7421001 Black (LP) 7371001 Black (NG) 7471001 Stainless (LP) 7120001 Stainless (NG) 7220001 Stainless (LP) 7170001 Stainless (NG) 7270001 Stainless (LP) 7320001 Stainless (NG) 7420001 Stainless (LP) 7370001 Stainless (NG) 7470001
Cooking System
Stainless-steel burners 4 4 6 6 4 4 6 6 9 mm diameter stainless steel rod cooking grates • • • • • • • • Stainless steel Flavorizer bars • • • • • • • • Main burners: BTU-per-hour input 48,800 48,800 60,800 60,800 48,800 48,800 60,800 60,800 Side burner: BTU-per-hour input 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 Sear Station burner: BTU-per-hour input 10,600 10,600 10,600 10,600 Smoker burner: BTU-per-hour input 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 Rear-mounted infrared rotisserie burner: BTU-per-hour input 10,600 10,600 10,600 10,600 Tuck-Away rotisserie system with flip-up motor and separate spit and fork storage in the enclosed cart • • • • Snap-Jet individual burner ignition system • • • • • • • •Cooking Area
Primary cooking area (square inches) 538 468 693 624 538 468 693 624 Warming rack area (square inches) 112 112 145 145 112 112 145 145 Total cooking area (square inches) 650 580 838 769 650 580 838 769Construction
Porcelain-enameled shroud with center-mounted thermometer • • • • Stainless steel shroud with center-mounted thermometer • • • • Stainless steel side tables with accent-colored, cast aluminum end caps 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 LED tank scale display (LP models only) • • • • • • • • Enclosed tank storage area (LP models only) • • • • • • • • Painted steel frame • • • • • • • • Heavy-duty, swivel front-locking casters 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Heavy-duty, swivel back casters 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2Features
Grill Out handle light(s) 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 Lighted control knobs • • • • Tool hooks 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Owner's guide and recipes • • • • •Compare with similar items
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Easy to assemble | 4.4 | 3.7 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
Temperature Control | — | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.9 |
Heat distribution | — | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.4 | — | 4.7 |
Sold By | Aim To Find | BBQ Island Inc | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Spreetail |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Porcelain, Stainless Steel |
frame material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | — | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
model name | SUMMIT S470 | Genesis Prem SPX-435 LP SS | Genesis E-435 LP BLK | Genesis S-435 LP SS | Genesis S-435 NG SS | Spirit S-315 LP |
finish type | Stainless Steel | Painted | Painted | Painted | Painted | Painted |
installation | Built-In | Free Standing | Free Standing | Free Standing | Free Standing | Free Standing |
assembly required | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
weight | 20 pounds | 218 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds | 220 pounds | 20 pounds |
Important information
• Proposition 65 Warning: Handling the brass material on this product exposes you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. (Wash hands after handling this product.) • Combustion byproducts produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Customers like the versatility of the barbecue grill. For example, they say it has many useful features and is easy to use. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of unpacking, saying the instructions are easy to follow. They appreciate the quality of the grill, saying it's well constructed, durable and of top quality. They like that the grates clean up very easily and that the heat seems very even. Customers also appreciate the ability to maintain a desired temperature.
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Customers like the quality of the barbecue grill. They mention it's well constructed, top quality, and durable. The grates are nice and thick, and it appears to be working great so far. The two outside burners make the grill perfect for test burgers, with nice char outside and juicy medium rare inside. The combination of burners and grates produces exceptional caramelized ribeyes, and is perfect for searing perfect steaks.
"...Perfect first time out. Nice char outside, juicy medium rare inside...." Read more
"...But after turning down the two outside burners, the grill was perfect for my test burgers. They cooked evenly and fairly fast...." Read more
"...a long time to unpack and set up - not difficult but very well protected from careless movers...." Read more
"...The grates are nice and thick. I was surprised to find a boxed steel frame on the sides of the grill during installation. Very cool...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the heat of the barbecue grill. They mention that it heats up extremely fast, has great heat control, and performance. They appreciate the minimal hot spots and the ability to set the temperature to over 600 degrees easily.
"...The grates inside are super heavy duty, and retain heat extremely well.I really appreciate all of the storage space inside...." Read more
"...The sear station worked perfectly. I was able to get a nice quick sear on both sides without over cooking...." Read more
"...They cooked evenly and fairly fast. Since then I have grilled fish as well with excellent results...." Read more
"...The one time I've grilled burgers so far the heat seemed very even and they cooked quickly, so that's awesome. Cleanup was easy and quick...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the barbecue grill. They mention that it works well, has great features, and does everything they need it to do. Some mention that the sear station works great, and the built-in smoking tender station works better than expected. The sear burner works a lot better than the old infrared burner, and it produces great results. The burner ignition system works every time to light the burners, and this grill works great even with multiple temperature zones.
"...First off, it really does work pretty well. On my first try using it, I smoked literally the most delicious salmon I've ever tasted...." Read more
"...IT WORKS PERFECTLY!!!I have to give a shout out to Weber customer service...." Read more
"...A lot of fun and useful features. Incredibly efficient even with all the burners on. Surprised with the really cheap knobs that break off easily." Read more
"...My first run was 1.5” strip steaks. The sear station worked perfectly. I was able to get a nice quick sear on both sides without over cooking...." Read more
Customers find the barbecue grill easy to unpack. They say the directions are easy to follow, and the grill comes pretty much assembled in the box. Customers also mention that the burners are super easy to light.
"...Within three days I had the replacement parts which were super easy to install. Held my breath and attempted to light my grill...." Read more
"...The assembly was straight forward (I am a handyman) and they provided the wrenches for tightening some nuts...." Read more
"...Once you understand how it works it really isn't painful to set up...." Read more
"This unit was much easier to assemble than my previous two Weber gas grills...." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the barbecue grill. They mention that the stainless steel grates clean up very easily, the system is tremendous, and the oven has never been so clean. The disassembly and cleanup are a breeze, and it collects the fat in an easy to discard aluminum pan.
"...Also, it cleans up easier than the stove...." Read more
"...Cleanup was easy and quick. I just scraped the top grates with a wire brush...." Read more
"...As far as ease of cleaning. It is too soon to know. Definitely more accessible than my last Summit Grill." Read more
"...The only issue I have is that the stainless steel grates are hard to clean and it doesn't provide high enough heat to burn them clean." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the barbecue grill. They mention that it is very well designed, has nice touches, and looks absolutely brand new on the outside. The side burner, smoke box, and searer are nice features. The sear station puts lovely grill lines on steaks, and it is easy to clean and keep looking sharp and performing.
"...This aspect of the grill really shines, and gives some neat results.--Conclusion--You get what you pay for...." Read more
"...At this price point you expect the best quality. It is a beautiful grill and I enjoyed using it until time began to consume the metal parts...." Read more
"...Perfect first time out. Nice char outside, juicy medium rare inside...." Read more
"...It even still looks good!..." Read more
Customers are impressed with the barbecue grill's versatility. They say it has many features, including a pop-up rotisserie unit and an infinite range of settings. Customers also appreciate the many burners and the fact that it's a fantastic addition to the yard.
"...The hind away motor unit is neat, too.The propane sensor is a great feature, as are the lighted controls...." Read more
"...A lot of fun and useful features. Incredibly efficient even with all the burners on. Surprised with the really cheap knobs that break off easily." Read more
"It’s big. It’s powerful. Its versatile. It’s the grill a my dreamsThe grill arrived on time with no hassle...." Read more
"...The grill has so many options it will take time to learn them all...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the barbecue grill. Some mention that it's worth the money, a solid investment, and worth the wait. However, others say that it is pricey and a ripoff.
"...All-in-all, this is the best grill we've ever purchased. Totally worth every penny and then some...." Read more
"...The grill is expensive (mine replaced a Thermador that I left in my old home) but with Weber I will always have parts and support. Highly recommended." Read more
"I stared at this grill for an hour after I put it together. A lot of fun and useful features. Incredibly efficient even with all the burners on...." Read more
"...Perfect first time out. Nice char outside, juicy medium rare inside...." Read more
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I did my research, and found this guy. Weber has a reputation for making some good stuff, and this top-of-the-line Summit model really delivers.
--Construction--
It is far and away one of the most substantial home grills I've seen and used. Its a big boy, and everything feels pretty heavy duty. Maybe not "cast iron pot" heavy duty. More like Ford pickup heavy duty. You know if you kicked it hard enough you could probably dent it, but any thing short of that is unlikely to hurt it. All of the structural hardware is nice and thick. The side shelves have ample workspace, and are extremely stable. I get the impression they can hold a pretty good amount of weight.
The grates inside are super heavy duty, and retain heat extremely well.
I really appreciate all of the storage space inside. Its nice not having to find somewhere to put the rotisserie and other accessories. The hind away motor unit is neat, too.
The propane sensor is a great feature, as are the lighted controls. I'm a big fan of the automatic LED grill light, too.
We've never had issues getting the burners lid. The onboard ignition always works flawlessly.
They always keep it covered when they aren't using it, and two years down the line it looks just about as good as it did when we first bought it.
Its not totally perfect, though. One of the burner controls isn't mounted straight It works as it should, but it still bugs me to look at. And the magnetic latches on the cabinet doors are pretty much garbage. But I swapped them out with something stronger, and its worked out fine.
All-in-all, minor details.
--Grill Performance--
I'll tell you what. You get spoiled using this thing. There's just so much so much heat on tap. I have never needed to worry about putting too much food on the grill at once. As long as there's an open space, it will grill it all just the same.
No matter how cold outside it gets, I can still grill burgers with the lid open (as you're supposed to) with zero problems and perfect results.
The searing station is a really nice feature. I didn't think I'd ever use it, but it comes in really handy in getting a nice crust on steaks and burgers.
Let me put it this way: any time I need to grill at someone elses house, it always feels like a huge step down. You really get used to the Weber.
--The Smoker--
I'm torn about this one. While its one of my favorite features on the grill, its not without its issues.
First off, should you get a grill with a smoker box, or should you get a regular grill and a separate, dedicated smoker?
That really depends on what you want to do. If you're planning on doing a lot of heavy duty smoking, for big groups, every weekend, definitely get a separate unit. They sell good, propane powered ones here on Amazon for under $200 that would be just as easy to use as an onboard unit, would let you smoke a whole lot more, and probably do a better job of it.
BUT- if that doesn't sound like you, if you're only interested in occasionally smoking stuff for your family and maybe a few friends, the built-in might be the better solution. A separate unit means a second, big (and ugly) cooker than needs a place to sit, needs to be maintained, and needs its own gas. The onboard unit saves you that hassle.
First off, it really does work pretty well. On my first try using it, I smoked literally the most delicious salmon I've ever tasted. On my first EVER attempt at smoking ribs, the results were beyond perfect.
Its not just a gimmick. It is in fact a functional smoker. BUT smoking involves indirect heat, and often involves big cuts of meat. To get the power you need means turning on extra burners in addition to those in the smoker. When I was cooking the 6 racks of ribs, I found my self turning different burners on and off to maintain the temperature inside without allowing the heat to become to localized.
Another issue is the location of the smoker. Its situation on the far right side of the grill. What this means is that some of the smoke just pours out of the gap between the hood and the grill without passing by the meat. I've seen people online use different types of gaskets to keep the smoke in with varying rates of success.
Personally, I would have preferred some sort of provision for a big, removable tray situated between the burners and the grate on which to place the wood, rather than the little, always-there box on the side. But that's just me.
An interesting feature of the smoker/grill combo is the ability to hybrid smoke/grill food. In other words, grill food while also infusing a bit of smoking flavor as opposed to the tradition method. This aspect of the grill really shines, and gives some neat results.
--Conclusion--
You get what you pay for. This is a fabulous grill. Are there better grills than a Weber? Sure, just like there are better cars than a Mercedes. You'd just need to pay twice as much to get there, but where you are is good enough that you don't really feel like you need to.
I have to give a shout out to Weber customer service. The wait time on the phone was a bit long but it was so worth it. Helpful and understanding doesn't even begin to cover it. Three days for replacement parts, that's amazing considering we are in a pandemic and some jackass needs grill parts. I truly can not say enough about the superior customer service.
REGISTER YOUR GRILL!!! This is how you get the 10 year warranty and those free replacement parts. Take the extra time on the internet to register your grill, just do it and you'll have 10 years of piece of mind.
Now for the grill... It heats so evenly and controlling the heat is easy to do. No matter if you are using the direct heat or indirect method it heats and cooks wonderfully. The rotisserie is amazing! The hens and chickens we've cooked are full of flavor and moist. The side burner is really nice to keep sauces warm if you make your own. If you need a quick melt to brown butter or sauté veggies in a skillet it rocks! Watch the heat if you like to cook an egg for your burger however, the heat can jump up quickly and the burner function is the most difficult to control.
All-in-all, this is the best grill we've ever purchased. Totally worth every penny and then some. I would recommend this grill to anyone without hesitation. Enjoy!
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