This is so versatile! It took a minute to figure out the perfect settings and times, but I've made pancakes, hamburgers, and boneless chicken breasts. So far, I've been very impressed. I also found some recipes online specifically for the Griddler. Also, super easy to clean.
I’m on a very low carb diet, so this panini press & grill is now a staple in my kitchen. I use it at least 4 times a week to grill beef and pork steaks, burgers, and chicken. Since I can’t eat bread I don’t use it for sandwiches but I’m certain it would also quickly and easily make a grilled cheese. It cooks a steak so quickly that dinner time is a breeze and the clean up is easier than easy. I used to have a chefman panini press but I used it so rarely it was a waste of my money - the clean up was a LITERAL NIGHTMARE with its permanent grill plates! The non-stick, removable grill plates on this Cuisnart means I snap them off when they’ve cooled down, give them a quick spray in the sink, and pop them in the dishwasher; then, with a warm, slightly soapy dishcloth, I wipe the machine clean. DONE! Honestly, I am so pleased with my purchase of this machine! I just can’t say enough about how easy it has made my dinner time prep and clean up! Highly recommended!
It's sturdy and cooks very well. However, you have to be careful not to burn yourself because the top lid isn't insulated. Because of this you have to make sure you unhook the top part BEFORE you warm it up if you want it free swinging instead of clamshell pressing. It also doesn't stand upright for storage and doesn't lock in place for ease of movement when you have it unplugged. So be careful when you move it so you don't accidentally scratch the plates against each other. The instructions that came with it were minimal and didn't even cover the basics of operation, only some safety points. I don't want to scan a QR code for a manual for a basic kitchen appliance.
The waffles taste so good. I bought the Belgian waffle plates too and they really enhance the waffles. The deeper ‘trenches’ hold the butter, syrup and the extra thickness makes them restaurant quality.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have had one of these for over 10 years!! Use it alot for pancakes, french toast, and we bought extra waffle grates too…& this makes the panini’s ever— make them fresh and with preferred ingredients: we never buy any panini’s at any restaurant any more! We already bought another (new one) in case or when the first one dies!