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Cuisinart - Petite Gourmet Portable Tabletop Gas Grill - Silver
Average customer rating
4.4
(41 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 41 reviews
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
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95%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Cuisinart - Petite Gourmet Portable Tabletop Gas Grill - Silver
Customer Rating
4
Great!!
on February 13, 2017
Posted by: Annabeans
from Austin, TX, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We got this a few weeks ago and have used it 3 times already. Great little grill for inside of you don't have an outdoors one!! We would highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Perfect size!
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: Kansas2017
from Kansas
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is perfect for the outdoors type people! The size is perfect for travel. I've used it at tailgates, volleyball games, camping, etc. The grill top is small, but that is to be expected. With portability you sacrifice size, but I'm never cooking for a crowd when I use it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Great for out and about use!!
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: lllomme
from Pflugerville, TX, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
The assembly experience for this is refreshingly simple. It is as easy as pulling it out of the box, removing the packing material and rotating the legs down into a locking position. Done! Nothing is ever this easy out of the box. In this case it is. I could not have been happier about that. They got this right.
The instructions are pretty straightforward and easy to read. It took me about two minutes to read through them and feel ready to grill. The only thing I could not figure out is the purpose of a piece on the back of the grill. There is a thin metal strip with a chain on the back. I could not determine what that was for either by examination or through looking at the instructions. I was able to grill just fine without that knowledge so no harm no foul.
GAS CANISTER AND CONNECTION
I used a standard Coleman 16.4 ounce gas canister as my fuel source. It screwed in easily in the back but it is close enough to the back of the grill that it will rub the edge an tear the paper on the canister as you rotate it. Not a big deal but it creates the perception of being a minor design flaw.
Be sure to remove the gas canister outside. After turning the grill off after cooking, there is still pressurized gas in the line. That gas has nowhere to go until you remove the canister. Since there is no valve on the canister, you can’t turn off the gas at the container and then bleed the remaining gas off through the grill. I brought the grill in after using it for the first time because it was getting dark and rain was looming. I removed the canister indoors and that small amount of gas whooshed out. I could smell gas for about a minute afterwards but it was a small amount. Not necessarily a significant hazard but it should be avoided nonetheless. I did not go back to the instructions to see if it says specifically not to do this. I imagine it probably does. I chalk this up to my improper use rather than a flaw in the unit.
COOKING AND CLEANUP
For this review I wanted to focus on what I will definitely be using this grill most for. Cooking in the park for the family…hot dogs and burgers. Hot dogs were a good choice because that would allow me to place them in various spots to determine hot spots easily. If you have had any decent experience grilling hot dogs, you know that hot dogs rolling around on the grill is a real pain. The way this grill is designed, the dogs would stay in place easily and I could make sure I evenly cooked all around the dog. Small things, I know, but I really appreciated that and it is small things like that, that add up to an overall great experience.
Like any gas grill, the middle is much hotter than the edges. There also is more metal in the middle of the grate so you get more contact and more direct sear in that area as well. For hot dogs and burgers, this is not an issue. I was able to manage the placement so that everything cooked easily and fairly evenly. A larger piece of meat that took up space in the different heat zones would be more of a challenge and require more management to cook evenly but I don’t really feel like that is what this grill was designed for anyway.
The grill heats up quickly and gets hot enough to achieve a sear if needed. I liked that! The heat is localized enough where you can flip your meat with shorter utensils and not get your hand roasted.
Afterwards, I let the grill run for a minute with nothing on it to burn away the fat. A quick brush removed that remaining material. The grill was completely cool by the time we finished eating so I was able to pack it up quickly without having to wait forever. I like that a lot as well. I don’t like to be stuck waiting around for a grill to cool off. The lid locks so I was able to pick it up by the handle, fold the legs in and carry it away easy as pie since it is so light.
SUMMARY
I have had other grills in the past but this one is by far my favorite. Light. Easy to use, carry and store. Gets hot fast and cooks well. Perfect for grilling in the park or a quick meal at home. I would recommend it to anyone in the market for a small, portable grill.
The assembly experience for this is refreshingly simple. It is as easy as pulling it out of the box, removing the packing material and rotating the legs down into a locking position. Done! Nothing is ever this easy out of the box. In this case it is. I could not have been happier about that. They got this right.
The instructions are pretty straightforward and easy to read. It took me about two minutes to read through them and feel ready to grill. The only thing I could not figure out is the purpose of a piece on the back of the grill. There is a thin metal strip with a chain on the back. I could not determine what that was for either by examination or through looking at the instructions. I was able to grill just fine without that knowledge so no harm no foul.
GAS CANISTER AND CONNECTION
I used a standard Coleman 16.4 ounce gas canister as my fuel source. It screwed in easily in the back but it is close enough to the back of the grill that it will rub the edge an tear the paper on the canister as you rotate it. Not a big deal but it creates the perception of being a minor design flaw.
Be sure to remove the gas canister outside. After turning the grill off after cooking, there is still pressurized gas in the line. That gas has nowhere to go until you remove the canister. Since there is no valve on the canister, you can’t turn off the gas at the container and then bleed the remaining gas off through the grill. I brought the grill in after using it for the first time because it was getting dark and rain was looming. I removed the canister indoors and that small amount of gas whooshed out. I could smell gas for about a minute afterwards but it was a small amount. Not necessarily a significant hazard but it should be avoided nonetheless. I did not go back to the instructions to see if it says specifically not to do this. I imagine it probably does. I chalk this up to my improper use rather than a flaw in the unit.
COOKING AND CLEANUP
For this review I wanted to focus on what I will definitely be using this grill most for. Cooking in the park for the family…hot dogs and burgers. Hot dogs were a good choice because that would allow me to place them in various spots to determine hot spots easily. If you have had any decent experience grilling hot dogs, you know that hot dogs rolling around on the grill is a real pain. The way this grill is designed, the dogs would stay in place easily and I could make sure I evenly cooked all around the dog. Small things, I know, but I really appreciated that and it is small things like that, that add up to an overall great experience.
Like any gas grill, the middle is much hotter than the edges. There also is more metal in the middle of the grate so you get more contact and more direct sear in that area as well. For hot dogs and burgers, this is not an issue. I was able to manage the placement so that everything cooked easily and fairly evenly. A larger piece of meat that took up space in the different heat zones would be more of a challenge and require more management to cook evenly but I don’t really feel like that is what this grill was designed for anyway.
The grill heats up quickly and gets hot enough to achieve a sear if needed. I liked that! The heat is localized enough where you can flip your meat with shorter utensils and not get your hand roasted.
Afterwards, I let the grill run for a minute with nothing on it to burn away the fat. A quick brush removed that remaining material. The grill was completely cool by the time we finished eating so I was able to pack it up quickly without having to wait forever. I like that a lot as well. I don’t like to be stuck waiting around for a grill to cool off. The lid locks so I was able to pick it up by the handle, fold the legs in and carry it away easy as pie since it is so light.
SUMMARY
I have had other grills in the past but this one is by far my favorite. Light. Easy to use, carry and store. Gets hot fast and cooks well. Perfect for grilling in the park or a quick meal at home. I would recommend it to anyone in the market for a small, portable grill.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
So great!
on February 15, 2017
Posted by: Cristy KS
from Lawrence, KS, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We loved the grill. it was light weight and super easy to clean. My husband did not believe me when I told him it was gas! We really enjoyed using this!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Portable Grill
on February 15, 2017
Posted by: Drew
from Arizona, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is not only portable but it cleans very easy! There is nothing more frustrating than having something difficult to clean. This grill is great quality and a must have if you are needing a portable grill!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Great little grill
on February 16, 2017
Posted by: MoneyMike121212
from Central, TX, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is perfect if you're looking for a small portable grill. It's not the most compact grill there is out there, but perfect if you have an RV or not packing a lot of gear. One of the best features is it's efficiency with propane (I've cooked about 5 things on it and still have plenty of propane). The grate is easy to clean and the locking lid is great for carrying it around. It has a small drip pan that's easy to put in and take out as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Great grill for camping
on February 19, 2017
Posted by: Wetzl6
from Greenville, WI, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this product for free in exchange of an honest review. It was very simple to get all setup, and it had ample cooking space for our family of 4. I can absolutely see us using this for family camping trips as it's super portable, quick to fire up (no waiting for charcoal to get hot, just turn on the propane and fire it up), and easy to wipe down! It would be perfect for at home for those who live in apartments or homes without convenient place to leave a larger grill--or even if you'd rather not drag it out and would like a quicker way to make a meal like after a long day at work. I love the stainless appearance making it look so modern and matching our own home appliances. Would absolutely recommend to purchase!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com
Customer Rating
5
Easy to use!
on February 19, 2017
Posted by: MisJ
from Houston, TX, United States
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grill is perfect for travel or for the chef who doesn't have a lot of outdoor space. The set up was a breeze- took less than five minutes. Very simple, easy to use grilling features and works just as nicely as the larger gas grills I have had in the past. I am very pleased with it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting thefulhamgroup.com