I’ve had it a few weeks now, done several cooks, and love it so far. It’s a perfect size for the the two of us. It holds temperature very well and everything I’ve cooked on it has tasted great. It’s light enough for one or two people to move easily, but added a Grilla Cart, (it fit perfectly) which gets it up a bit higher. Highly recommended.
As a beginner with grills, this thing seems great!
on May 24, 2021
Posted by: Bdog
from Texas
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got this grill a few months ago. The Jr is perfect for my family of four. If you are looking to grill for more than that, you may want to look at getting a bigger grill but as it stands I can do an entire spatchcock chicken, about 3 steaks and 4 normal sized burgers which works out perfect. Thing maintains heat like a beast. Really easy to use.
Great experience from opening the crate to eating the first steak. Taking off all the shrink wrap took longer than getting the flame going. Directions were easy to follow and I had a fire going within minutes of placing the coal in the bowl. Heated up fast and got the temp at 450 holding steady in about 15 minutes. Love this little grill, named it Scarlett. Does an awesome job for its size.
I was very excited to receive my Kamado. I have always owned a charcoal grill but never this style. I thought it was a good price point to start my Kamado Journey. The first cook was some thick center cut chops done on direct. Amazing cook and flavor from the lump charcoal. I then moved onto a Whole chicken on indirect and it was amazing again. I have done Lamb Steaks, Burgers and steaks. I have not ventured into smoking yet but can't wait to try. It takes a short learning curve to get the charcoal lit properly and adjust the temperature but I am very happy so far. My next experiment will be Pizza , just waiting for my stone.
This is a great size for someone in the city with a concrete balcony. I was using an aluminum smoker/grill and wasn't getting the results due to loss of heat. The Joe Jr. does what it says as far as consistent heat and infrared heat. It all helped make some amazing meals. Although the consistent heat is there, its still a learning process as far as dialing in the temp. Clean up is a little messy if your space is limited, but if this was in a backyard ash could go wherever and not the balcony below. It is small so figuring out what fits is a little tricky as well. I wrapped a rack of ribs but had to move it around a bit as the temp gauge shoots down into the dome. All of these things add to a little learning curve, but I'm still happy and look forward to whats next