This is Weber's 36-inch Slate griddle built for natural gas hookup, with four main burners putting out 48,000 BTU across 756 square inches of rust-resistant carbon-steel cooking surface. That's enough room to run eggs, pancakes, smash burgers, and vegetables at the same time without playing musical chairs with your food.
A rotary spark igniter gets each burner lit without fumbling for a lighter, and a built-in temperature gauge lets you track heat without guesswork. The front/side shelf gives you a landing spot for plates, spatulas, and sauces mid-cook, while the steel housing is built to handle regular use in the backyard. Natural gas means no propane tanks to swap or run out mid-meal, provided you have a gas line ready to connect.
Assembly is required, and this is a substantial piece of equipment at nearly 190 pounds with the lid-open height reaching over 52 inches, so plan for a permanent spot on the patio. Weber backs it with a 5-year limited parts and labor warranty, which tracks with this being a long-term investment for anyone who griddle-cooks often.
- Fuel type: Natural gas with rotary spark ignition
- 4 main burners, 48,000 BTU total output
- 756 sq in rust-resistant carbon-steel cooking surface
- Built-in temperature gauge and front/side shelf
- Steel housing in black, Weber's 36" Slate series
- 5-year limited parts and labor warranty; assembly required