How to choose a commercial char grill
Width
CookRite char grills come in 300mm, 600mm and 900mm widths. A 300mm grill suits a cafe adding grilled options; 600mm and 900mm models suit steakhouses, pubs and grill restaurants. Fagor Kore 700 chargrills come in single and double widths for heavy-duty lines.
Grill grates
CookRite char grills use heavy-duty black cast iron grills, which hold heat and leave strong char marks. The Fagor Kore 700 series uses mild steel grills that can be removed without tools for cleaning.
Countertop or freestanding?
Countertop models (ending in -C) sit on a bench, stand or refrigerated chef base. Freestanding models (ending in -F) come on their own base, ready to stand on the floor.
Grease management and cleaning
Char grills produce a lot of grease. CookRite grills have a removable drip tray and stainless steel splashback, while Fagor chargrills have a grease collection opening and tray, removable 130mm splash guards and front access to components, with IPX5 water protection.
Safety
CookRite char grills have flame failure protection, standby pilots, piezo ignition and independent burner controls, and come with a 24 month labour and 48 month parts warranty.
Char grill vs hot plate
A char grill cooks over open grates for smoky, flame-grilled flavour and char lines. A hot plate cooks on a flat steel surface, better for eggs, pancakes and smash burgers. Many kitchens run both side by side.
Installation and care
Gas char grills must be installed by a licensed gas fitter, and a char grill line will need an exhaust canopy to remove smoke and grease. Brush the grates during service, empty the drip tray often and clean the burners regularly so they flame evenly.
Anvil grills and presses
We also stock Anvil panini presses with ribbed or flat cast iron plates, a sandwich press, a 600mm electric salamander and an 8 bird chicken rotisserie.
Delivery, warranty and our price-beat guarantee
We deliver Australia-wide by tailgate truck, usually within 2 to 5 business days to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide and 4 to 12 days elsewhere. Prices are shown ex GST with the GST-inclusive price alongside. Found a lower price? Send us the link under our Price-Beat Guarantee and we'll send you a one-off discount code.
Char grill FAQs
Is a char grill the same as a chargrill or charbroiler?
Yes. Char grill, chargrill and charbroiler all describe a grill that cooks food over open grates heated by burners below.
Natural gas or LPG?
Every model is available in natural gas or LPG. Tell us which when you order.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes. We deliver to every state by tailgate truck. Installation by a licensed gas fitter is required.