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All Things Considered => General Discussion--Food Related => Topic started by: Vision on October 11, 2017, 06:10:13 PM

Title: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Vision on October 11, 2017, 06:10:13 PM
Anybody else have a griddle? Man I LOVE this thing.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on October 11, 2017, 06:42:43 PM
My son does and he loves it. What all do you do with yours? Educate me!
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Post by: WiPelletHead on October 11, 2017, 07:01:40 PM
I bought the 36" about a month ago.

So far have done steaks, smash burgers, hash browns, bacon, eggs, (scrambled and over easy), potato pancakes.

I agree it works great and clean up is real easy. I bought some griddle screens and use those backed with a sponge to clean it.  Non stick surface after seasoning.

The one I received had a larger weld by the grease drain and all has gone into the drip tray. Seems to have solved the issue of grease missing it.

Looking forward to making steak burritos. Just having trouble finding skirt steak where I live.
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Post by: GrillinGlen on October 11, 2017, 07:08:08 PM
I've had a 36" for 3 years, I really like doing stir frys, I always have way more than my wok can handle, I like leftovers.   My wife likes corned beef hash on it, I can spread it out and get it really crispy
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Post by: DE on October 11, 2017, 08:25:00 PM
How portable are these things? Looks like they break down but I can't tell for sure.
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Post by: Lothar1974 on October 11, 2017, 08:32:37 PM
I have had the 36" model for about 3 or 4 years and love it. I do large breakfast cooks, burgers, Philly cheese steaks sammys, boneless chicken breast, omelettes and more.

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Never tried to take mine any where but the legs do fold in.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: WiPelletHead on October 11, 2017, 08:37:42 PM
How portable are these things? Looks like they break down but I can't tell for sure.

They do fold up. Blackstone even makes a carrying case for it.

But it is heavy.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Vision on October 11, 2017, 09:00:47 PM
The blackstone basically allows you to have a 36" x 22" cast iron (really steel) skillet that is easy to warm up, allows you to cook outside so you don't smoke up your kitchen, and is fun to clean. I'm eating a lot more seafood because of this and can really blacken fish now.

This weekend the plan is to smoke salmon on the mak with fried rice from the griddle. It's really a powerful weapon in the cooking arsenal.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 11, 2017, 10:16:06 PM
How does this compare to the Camp Chef gas griddle?
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Solobaric on October 12, 2017, 03:53:15 AM
Hmm. Must resist urge to buy new toy....
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 12, 2017, 07:21:28 AM
Hmm. Must resist urge to buy new toy....

I know the feeling...I have been eyeing up the Camp Chef griddle/grill for the last week or so.  Glad I am out of town and winter is coming up or I would have pulled the trigger on buying one of these.  I think my Weber will be going on Craigslist in the spring.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Gringo on October 12, 2017, 07:36:53 AM
I bought one this past spring and really like it.  My summer unexpectedly got very busy so I have not had the opportunity to use it as much as I would like.  So far, have used it mainly for breakfasts,  hash browns and omelettes.  Did make burgers on it once and the family liked the sear on them.

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Post by: Clonesmoker on October 12, 2017, 08:13:19 AM
I have the one that is split between a griddle and grill. It is great for tailgating! comes with a carry case for the base and a case griddle and grill. Pretty slick unit.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Glassth on October 12, 2017, 09:38:27 AM
I bought the 17 inch portable.. It's awesome!!!! Great companion to my pellet grill. You can get one for around $75 :clap:
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: InThePitBBQ on October 12, 2017, 10:45:53 AM
Who doesn't love fajita's on a flat top? We use ours quite a bit, and it's see's Sunday breakfast brunch duty weekly.

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Post by: Quadman750 on October 12, 2017, 11:01:41 AM
I have a camp chef 3 burner with the steel 3 burner griddle & also have a cast iron 2 burner griddle, I have owned it for about 8 yrs & maybe used it 4 times. It cooks great but I never think of setting it up & using it. If I had an outdoor kitchen I would incorporate it & leave it set up.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: ArborAgent on October 12, 2017, 04:56:28 PM
I have two of these for my gas grill: https://www.grillgrate.com/the-griddle/

I don't have the space for a full separate griddle :(
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 12, 2017, 05:58:31 PM
I have two of these for my gas grill: https://www.grillgrate.com/the-griddle/

I don't have the space for a full separate griddle :(

I think I have that too.  How do they work?  Do you have pics of cooking on them?  How frequently do you use them?  How is managing the grease handled?  Sorry for all the questions.  Before I pull them out and start to use them, it would be nice to know more about their actual use.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Quadman750 on October 12, 2017, 07:20:27 PM
No grease trap on these but wouldn’t be hard to soak up with paper towel if cooking greasy foods.
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Post by: rwalters on October 12, 2017, 08:11:32 PM
I love my Blackstones! I have a 36 and 17". The 17" sits on a small 24x24" stainless table I bought from Costco. Sits right next to my MAK, and makes for the perfect sear station.
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Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: ArborAgent on October 12, 2017, 10:41:09 PM
I have two of these for my gas grill: https://www.grillgrate.com/the-griddle/

I don't have the space for a full separate griddle :(

I think I have that too.  How do they work?  Do you have pics of cooking on them?  How frequently do you use them?  How is managing the grease handled?  Sorry for all the questions.  Before I pull them out and start to use them, it would be nice to know more about their actual use.

They're great, I put them on my gas grill. I don't use them very often but they're great for smash burgers. Grease is easy, it falls off of the griddle and burns up in the grill.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 12, 2017, 10:48:51 PM
I have two of these for my gas grill: https://www.grillgrate.com/the-griddle/

I don't have the space for a full separate griddle :(

I think I have that too.  How do they work?  Do you have pics of cooking on them?  How frequently do you use them?  How is managing the grease handled?  Sorry for all the questions.  Before I pull them out and start to use them, it would be nice to know more about their actual use.

They're great, I put them on my gas grill. I don't use them very often but they're great for smash burgers. Grease is easy, it falls off of the griddle and burns up in the grill.

Do you place it on top of GrillGrates or do you place them on top of the standard grill grates on the gas grill?
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: ArborAgent on October 12, 2017, 10:50:16 PM
On top of the standard grates.

I don't use grillgrates on my new gasser, just not necessary.
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Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 12, 2017, 11:29:20 PM
Funny...I just got a text from my brother about 30 minutes ago.  He just bought a 17in blackstone griddle. :rotf:
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on October 13, 2017, 05:25:23 PM
You guys really peaked my interest with the smaller Blackstones. I use a Expedition Griddle I picked up from Costco but the smaller Blackstones are appealing for sure. I see HSN at times has a Blackstone 22 inch made especially for them but I guess any parts would be special and hard to get. i.e. grease drip pan mainly. Here's my Burger and Dog Set up...
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Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: BigDave83 on October 13, 2017, 08:30:43 PM
I have 2 of the 17" griddles, have only used one so far made, chicken strips, bacon, eggs, pancakes, burgers. I really like it. and it isn't that heavy to carry around.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: zephyr on October 13, 2017, 08:48:45 PM
Anybody else have a griddle? Man I LOVE this thing.

I have a Flat Wok I made:   .......................................................  ZEP

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Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Quadman750 on October 13, 2017, 09:02:36 PM
Nice setup. You are a great fabricator.
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Post by: DE on October 13, 2017, 09:05:49 PM
Agree, craftsman like you a a rare find anymore
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Post by: Darwin on October 15, 2017, 12:01:06 PM
Groupon has the Blackstone 28" on sale for $148.  Sale ends in 2 days.
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Post by: TechMOGogy on October 15, 2017, 02:35:12 PM
I love smash burgers and have been using a small griddleQ on my gasser for a few years. It’s to small and have been eyeing either the Blackstone or Camp Chef flattops.
One of them is my next purchase but it will involve a rework of my current cook area/setup
This thread is helpful so thx
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 29, 2017, 06:25:29 AM
What is the issue with the grease drip on the Blackstones?
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Vision on October 29, 2017, 08:58:24 AM
A bad design has grease flow backwards from the drip area down the leg. Thankfully the issue was solved by a vendor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99Rw6QWYsKE&index=13&list=LLymVj1G-VhHKQ3o_6xgFabw

FYI Blackstone says they are changing the model in 2018 to place the grease trap at the back like on the 22" model. Not sure if I like that.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: InThePitBBQ on October 29, 2017, 11:15:38 AM
A bad design has grease flow backwards from the drip area down the leg. Thankfully the issue was solved by a vendor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99Rw6QWYsKE&index=13&list=LLymVj1G-VhHKQ3o_6xgFabw

FYI Blackstone says they are changing the model in 2018 to place the grease trap at the back like on the 22" model. Not sure if I like that.

I just ordered two of those extenders, thanks for posting that drives me nuts when grease runs off and onto the concrete. 

I agree that putting the trap at the rear is a step back, I use commercial Dexter spatula's on mine and drag the tips over the trap edge to clean them while cooking having it at the rear is a terrible idea on a flat top that size.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DaisyCutter on October 29, 2017, 07:45:29 PM
Bought the 28" model when Wally world was blowing them out at $99 and free shipping. It's one of the best purchases I've made in awhile.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 29, 2017, 08:03:14 PM
I think I am going to get the Camp Chef.  It comes pre-seasoned and has the grill grates with it too.  And, haven't read about any grease issues.  Will probably wait until the Spring.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on October 29, 2017, 08:20:21 PM
I think I am going to get the Camp Chef.  It comes pre-seasoned and has the grill grates with it too.  And, haven't read about any grease issues.  Will probably wait until the Spring.

Agree with you on the Camp Chef, it seems to me that it’s a step up but also more $. No grease issues, spark on each burner. Not as mobile as only 2 weeks on the cart, but overall I think a little better quality. Anyways, just my humble option. Could not find any on CL. You guys did get me to pull out my expedition 3 burner with 24 inch griddle and set it up on patio. Will try it out to make sure if I like it for uses other than transporting it for remote burger cookouts. Last night I did smoke some prime ribs up to 110 IT and then gave them a good Sear on the griddle to finish. So we’ll see, watching for a super clearance sale or something.

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Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on October 30, 2017, 07:53:56 AM
Change of Mind!  Had decided as stated in previous post to go with Campchef. BUT...
the Blackstone 22 came on Special again for $139, free freight and at 15% discount for signing up. So I ordered. If you've been on the fence, act quickly. Now I can recapture some space on the patio and store my portable back in the shed.
BTW, it was just in time for my BD.
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Post by: Bar-B-Lew on October 30, 2017, 08:57:05 AM
Change of Mind!  Had decided as stated in previous post to go with Campchef. BUT...
the Blackstone 22 can on Special again for $139, free freight and at 15% discount for signing up. So I ordered. If you've been on the fence, act quickly. Now I can recapture some space on the patio and store my portable back in the shed.
BTW, it was just in time for my BD.

Where is the sale?
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Post by: rwalters on October 30, 2017, 09:00:06 AM
I think I am going to get the Camp Chef.  It comes pre-seasoned and has the grill grates with it too.  And, haven't read about any grease issues.  Will probably wait until the Spring.

Agree with you on the Camp Chef, it seems to me that it’s a step up but also more $. No grease issues, spark on each burner. Not as mobile as only 2 weeks on the cart, but overall I think a little better quality. Anyways, just my humble option. Could not find any on CL. You guys did get me to pull out my expedition 3 burner with 24 inch griddle and set it up on patio. Will try it out to make sure if I like it for uses other than transporting it for remote burger cookouts. Last night I did smoke some prime ribs up to 110 IT and then gave them a good Sear on the griddle to finish. So we’ll see, watching for a super clearance sale or something.

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That sear...man oh man that looks gooood!!!!!
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Post by: DE on October 30, 2017, 09:01:43 AM
Change of Mind!  Had decided as stated in previous post to go with Campchef. BUT...
the Blackstone 22 can on Special again for $139, free freight and at 15% discount for signing up. So I ordered. If you've been on the fence, act quickly. Now I can recapture some space on the patio and store my portable back in the shed.
BTW, it was just in time for my BD.

Where is the sale?

Sent you a PM
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Post by: pmillen on October 30, 2017, 11:45:43 AM
Last night I did smoke some prime ribs up to 110 IT and then gave them a good Sear on the griddle to finish. So we’ll see, watching for a super clearance sale or something.

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Those are perfectly seared steaks, little to no char, just Maillard reaction browning.  Great work.
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Post by: GrillinGlen on October 31, 2017, 05:40:10 PM
Tractor Supply Co has the 36” in the current add for $179.99
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Darwin on November 04, 2017, 01:05:43 AM
Tractor Supply Co has the 36” in the current add for $179.99
It's still on sale if you want one.
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Post by: pmillen on November 04, 2017, 10:46:51 AM
Tractor Supply Co has the 36” in the current add for $179.99

Is that the griddle only and not also the stand and burners?
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Post by: DaisyCutter on November 04, 2017, 01:53:17 PM
Tractor Supply Co has the 36” in the current add for $179.99

Is that the griddle only and not also the stand and burners?

It comes as a whole unit.
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Post by: pmillen on November 04, 2017, 03:34:35 PM
Tractor Supply Co has the 36” in the current add for $179.99

Is that the griddle only and not also the stand and burners?

It comes as a whole unit.

What's the SKU on that?  I don't get their ads.

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Tractor Supply web site has the Blackstone at $300, but they have the Camp Chef griddle only at $180.
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Post by: GrillinGlen on November 04, 2017, 05:13:52 PM
I saw it in there add, must be only in stores, but it was the Blackstone 36" $120 off. 
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Post by: Darwin on November 04, 2017, 08:30:44 PM
Website for Phoenix area has the Blackstone 36 in. Griddle Cooking Station for $180.
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Post by: pmillen on November 04, 2017, 11:41:04 PM
I changed my "location" and assigned a new Favorite Store.  Indeed, the 36" Blackstone griddle is $180 in Phoenix.  But it's $300 in Nebraska and Iowa.  It's localized pricing on the web site.
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Post by: DE on November 08, 2017, 12:28:25 PM
Got my 22 in, stored my CC Expedition, and here it is getting griddle seasoned.

Will cook some bacon later today.

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Post by: Bar-B-Lew on November 17, 2017, 09:50:34 AM
Amazon has the Camp Chef 4 burner grill/griddle for $310 today.  I just ordered it.  Couldn't pass up the $40 off.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on November 17, 2017, 11:41:36 AM
Amazon has the Camp Chef 4 burner grill/griddle for $310 today.  I just ordered it.  Couldn't pass up the $40 off.

I think your going to love, love, love it! Can't wait to hear how you use it!
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: Bar-B-Lew on November 21, 2017, 06:38:24 PM
Box was delivered today.  Too bad I am about 1000 miles away from home for another few weeks.  My cousin is watching my house while I am gone.  He put it in the garage for me.  Hopefully, the weather is decent when I get home so I can put it together and try it out with some bacon and cheesesteaks.
Title: Re: Blackstone Thread
Post by: DE on March 16, 2018, 05:41:50 PM
For anyone interested in a Blackstone 22 they are on special today and maybe for a day or so, not sure. If you sign up for emails you will get 15% off, freight free so delivered to your front porch for around 111. Makes a good Addition for quick Sears, Smoked Grill Cheese Sandwiches, Brisket Quesadillas, whatever.
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Post by: reubenray on March 16, 2018, 05:45:41 PM
I have the Blackstone portable model packed up and ready for our trip next week in our motorhome.
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Post by: BigDave83 on March 16, 2018, 07:18:47 PM
the 22" table top model is only made for HSN
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Post by: DE on March 16, 2018, 08:23:32 PM
Yep, what BigDave said, do a search on their site for balckstone 22. If interested be sure and sign up for the email and get the discount. Any parts you order direct from BStone. You can always unsubscribe later if you choose to.