My brother in law works at Weber as a research and developer, and help develop this griddle. He gifted it to me for my birthday in March. I love this griddle. One of the best gifts I ever received.

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Man thats awesome...

@djuarez552

9 күн бұрын

I hope they make one with a air fryer

The one I’ve been waiting for! Thanks for doing this.

Thanks for sharing Neil and Amy. We appreciate your honesty and good coverage of the Weber 30" Griddle. Maybe the 36" will come out with a better heat range that's more controllable. Stay safe and keep up the fun. Fred.

Love this slate! Purchased a week ago. First time using a flat top and couldn’t be happier. Thanks for your review, made the difference

@TheFlatTopKing

Ай бұрын

Absolutely

I just got this griddle yesterday. It’s my first real griddle and I made smash burgers for about 10 people last night and it really performed well. I got even toasting on all the buns in about 3 min and the burgers were perfectly thin with edge to edge maillard reaction. The bacon cooked in about 5 minutes and was perfectly crispy but not overdone. Everyone thought they rivaled a restaurant. Cleanup was super easy as well. I will say, I did not trust the “pre seasoned” so I did season it and I noticed a couple hot spots. Pretty much right where yours were. I also found that I was playing with the dials a lot and the temps did drop and raise really fast. Overall, I am really happy with this griddle. Between this, my grill and my Gozney Arc XL, I am set for any dinner party!

Your reviews are awesome. So honest and detailed. Got my "toy" 28" Weber last year. Hopefully I get some years out of it before I have to upgrade.

After numerous cooks, I did something more delicate today and loaded the Slate full of pancakes. Very controlled heat at low/med-low. Worked fantastic with the middle burner slightly lower than the outside burners, couldn't be happier cooking on this thing

The interchangeable side caddy/trays is a cool feature, and the overall aesthetic is a really nice upgrade👍😊

Thank you for the video.. I am in Canada and got the 28" Weber last year.. I love it, and it works great for consistent heat across; still waiting for the Traeger to come to Canada.

Thanks for slamming lots of info into a compact bit of time Neal!

Such a great review! I bought one today. For me 30" is the right size, good quality and design.

this looks really cool. the griddle top is a griddle top, but the shelf system, with the extra shelf that pops up and the removable shelf to put in that bin, very nice. i dig it.

I’ve been looking forward to this review. I Have had a blackstone and now have the Pit Box Sierra 3 burner. Love the ease of cleaning and have had no issue with the ceramic cooktop. Next griddle in year or so could be the Weber. Thanks for the second shipment of Shake That and I’ve already tried the Que That. Love all three of the seasonings. Also love the Pellets and Pits even though I use my Kamado Joe with you smoking recipes. Keep it going. Still waiting on a seasoning you can call Dang That in honor of Amy.

Thank you for your honest review so far !!!

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

We literally just got this BBQ yesterday so your video is excellent!! Looking forward to using ours.

Just got mine can’t wait to cook on it this Memorial Day weekend . Unit and video looks great .

Appreciate your time doing this post and was impatiently waiting for this before purchasing before the vidoe came out. Do love the griddle, howeverI love the looks, but casters are not as good as you get with a BS. I kind of feel like I may have over paid and could have gotten a BS that would just as good, but the 5 yr warranty and Weber's CS is what helped me decide. Can't wait for more cooking reviews to see how well this stacks up against the others.

"shameless Plug" Nice one Amy ! Loved it ! great review Neal

I just got one,great balanced heating, easy clean,very happy.

@Aiphiae

Ай бұрын

You don't find the hot spots to be too pronounced?

You have to remember the built in thermocouple is measuring on the bottom, which is where it being heated by the burners. You are temping on the top, where the heat is releasing to the surrounding air, which is 400° cooler, trying to equalize. The top will always be cooler. The side rails of the griddle act as heat sinks, there will never be edge to edge consistency in temperature with any H type burner setup. Do the toast test, learn your hot and cool spots and you're good. I don't have the space (or the $) lol for any griddle this size, but I am always interested how and if a company innovates and listens to their customers. I am a huge Weber guy for over 40 years, and am happy to see they want to stay relevant, and maybe even trend setters in the outdoor cooking world. Love your honest reviews, can't wait for the first cook!

That looks great. I love Weber gas grills, having had a couple of them in the past and one currently in addition to two Weber kettle grills. I bought a Blackstone griddle grill two summers ago and I must say I love it, but based on this being a Weber, I'd have bought this instead if it had been available. I don't think i've ever seen a Weber griddle grill before. Thanks for the review.

Dude, nice deck bro!! Making me want to get a TV on my patio too😂

Great overview. Thanks brother

Stunning review thanks' probably wait a year or two before it gets to South Africa

I saw those socks and shoes bud...I see your grilling dad uniform came in!! 😂 it's a must for us

I just got this same Weber griddle a few weeks ago and couldn't be happier. Agree that the temperature gauge is a bit of a miss and i did pre-season my griddle as i know the "pre seasoned" marketing is just that, marketing.

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Fantastic

@kevinpitzer

3 ай бұрын

I also preseason and people told me I was crazy...Whtaever!

Thanks for this. Interested to see the breakfast for sure

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Coming soon! Just finished editing...

This video helped be so much this caused me to buy this beast of a machine thank you so much 🙏🏼

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

shake and bake....hit em with the 3

Leveling griddle top easy fix with stainless steel washers. Btw we LOVE y’all’s seasonings!!

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Hey I appreciate that..

Got to admit - I got a new 36 and had it delivered the other day and watched your video just before I was going to season it. I was a little nervous about temperature variability, but was pleased that it was pretty darn even edge to edge once I got it going. Is it possible seasoning and heating/cooling a few times could affect that ? Medium on mine is about a steady 425 across the board. So far the construction quality seems great and the way they set up the interchangeable options on the side tables is genius ... happens to fit a bunch of my kitchen trays just perfectly.

Thanks for showing the bread test.

Thanks for this video. I have the original 36 and really do love it. I agree that they should have made the cover capable of cooking with it closed. That is one of the features I suggested to Weber when they reached out after I posted a review on Ace's site. I do think it looks much better, which was also in my review, as well as storage and extra shelf space. So, it is good that they are listening to their customers. I like the accessories as well. I think the original one has more even cooking based on your toast test, which was the primary reason I bought the original 36; I am not sure why they would change that design since it seemed like that was the one thing they seemed to do better than anyone else. I think the less even cooking surface and the cover not being able to be used while cooking are the two reasons I won't be upgrading any time soon.

First off, the 36" is already available, I've had it over a week. I can't speak on the 30", but the 36" is extremely even edge to edge based on my cooking so far. I will have to do this bread test everyone seems to put all their trust in. On the 36" the temp probe is dead center of the griddle surface, and the temp registers exactly what a laser does at that spot. I'm not sure how anyone would expect a thermocouple located in one spot, to register the temp of anything other than that one spot. Its a great reference for preheating, and seeing temp move when going higher or lower.

Just picked this model up a week ago! Have done a whole bunch of cooks already and couldn't be happier. I did want the Traeger but being in Canada we still have to wait until later this summer (been waiting over a year) and it still commands a $350-400CAD premium over the Slate non digital gauge model. The temp gauge I found to be pretty accurate in between the two burners once pre heated. This is exactly what I expected considering the probe is located smack dab in between the two burners and didn't really expect an average griddle temp across the board. The marketing may have you think otherwise, which could be disappointing for some. I've been able to cook with consistency on 80% of the griddle with the front 3 or 4" inches being my cooler zone, as well as around the drain hole. With all that being said, I do wish they had done a similar style burner as the Flatrock for the utmost temperature consistency and spread. I'd have paid a little more for features like that. The Weber Works products sure are handy, but to no surprise once you add a cover, caddy, storage tub or two and any other things, you're adding a considerable amount to the overall price.

Great review. Im looking to get a griddle, so I'm watching all the reviews. Is there any chance you're going to review a Loco? Thanks for the great videos.

I have waited for your review. Thank you for your work I've been waiting to decide between this Slate or Traeger Flatrock. Which would you recommend for cooking performance?

You also have to remember that the IR thermometer emits a cone where it reads temps...the further away from the surface, the bigger the cone. (Think "MOA" if you're a gun guy.) The reading over the sensor may have been pretty spot on if you held it an inch or so from the surface directly above the sensor area and directly perpendicular to the surface. But yea. Just something to think about. I like the "bread test"!! Very illustrative. Might actually do that to my Blackstone even though I've had it for...like...2 year or something now. Seems interesting. Keep up the good work, motivator.

As far as leveling my top from my crooked deck, I just add a few washers around the legs of the plate to get it leveled. Works like a charm. :)

I couldn't wait, I recently got the Traeger because it folds up in less space. From what I see here it wasn't a mistake, even though the Weber storage features are awesome. P. S. first cook was your patty melts, yummy!

Gonna need a deck tour of all your units Neal!

@guyhall6592

3 ай бұрын

Traeger and Weber

I didn't know what could be done for real edge to edge heating. I didn't think there is anything to get it perfect, but i think everyone that uses a griddle knows that they learn how the one they use cooks and knows how to maneuver the hot spots

Thank you for this review. Like many, I've been patiently waiting... I have the original 4 burner Weber and love it. I doubt I can resist the upgrade... I'll go watch the big breakfast!

Got one myself 2 weeks ago, it's awesome!

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Fantastic

Thanks for what you do. I think Weber missed the mark on this one. It’s not really any better than any other griddle in this price point. I hate my blackstone because the hot spots are so pronounced, but I’ve learned to cook around them. This reminds me of that. Too much of hot spots. Although the caddy is a huge plus to me. I do love that feature. Thanks again! Go Army!

Got 12 bbq but no griddle (yet), this might be the one🔥👍

Good griddle review. So many new models coming out but the rule is the same, get what you can afford that gives the options you like.

I picked up a Weber slate 30 about two weeks ago. I seasoned it and had about a dozen or so cooks on it. I had marinated some chicken thighs on it today and noticed Some residue that was stubborn to come off. I was a little aggressive scraping the Residue off with the BS. scraper. I noticed some flaking that was a little silvery. It left a spot a lighter gray for which I reasoned and it is a little better. I am new at griddling and was hoping this was just some of the pre seasoning that was coming up with hard scraping

thats an awesome looking weber. i may get this 1.. nice job. i sold my evey thing stuck tight, pitboss ceramic flat top.

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

i know that feeling

Tnanks for the excellent review! The only thing i see on this on this one that i dont much like is that temp indicator. Thats just gonna create a point of contention for the folks who believe you need precision temperatures to cook. I am still learning my way around griddle cooking, but i have kearned that there are just three temps you needto recognize when cooking on one. Low... the point where the water droplets start to sizzle... high... where your oil starts to smoke... and medium.. somewhere i between thkse two. Its the same sort of contention you get when the digital probe and analog thermometer on the smokers dont align with precision and accuracy. It makes the cook think something is wrong with the equipment when there just isnt anythi g wrong. I would leqve that feature off for that reason.

Nice review.

I have one and it’s fantastic. Got the caddy to go with it. It’s awesome

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

yeah love the accessories

Love the channel. Love the reviews. Going to buy a griddle this week........Trager or Slate? I'm leaning towards Traeger. Would love you thoughts. Thanks again

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

its still the Traeger...but its close for sure...just dont think you could go wrong with either....AND...Camp Chef just came out..and I will be reviewing this week

The tool caddy is genius!!!!

Am an Electrical guy....so pardon the ignorance....but I don't understand why they don't add vertical tubing to the bottom of that griddle right at the location of the flames...? Seem that would diffuse the heat a bit better and not get such a defined hot spot at the burner locations....especially at the middle. Thanks for the honest review....can always depend on Neal to be honest about any discrepancies from manufactures claims.

If the thermometer bothers everyone, the base model doesn't have one, or the flip up shelf. Probably the better buy at $649.

Thanks for posting this... I'm curious if the mass of the cooking surface is creating the variations you are seeing...

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

shouldnt be...the previous model had better results and other manufacturers are not having that problem....

It's definitely a cool griddle but as for not using the cover when cooking...this doesn't suprise me ...its all about the money how will weber bring out a griddle in the future with a cover that you can use when cooking its all about marketing strategies. You can't tell me with all the engineering going into making this one that no one thought about that...8go figure. Great content as always I've been following you from time to time but first time commenting. You never disappoint. Cheers from Trinidad & Tobago 🇹🇹

Been waiting on this! Looks like a great unit however I must say I’m massively disappointed in lack of even heating and the borderline worthless thermometer. I’m considering the Flatrock now again but I’ll wait for breakfast review first. Thanks!

@jamiebeale4458

3 ай бұрын

I’m with you been waiting myself not impressed with the surface with the bread test I’m going treager or the new Blackstone for sure

@korndawg1978

3 ай бұрын

@@jamiebeale4458 I currently have a BS who's min temp seems to be 450+ and has hot zones like this weber does, hench why I'm in the market for a new. Traeger looks like the clear winner. I just wish they had a cabinet and their grease trap is in a terrible location.

Late in watching Neil trouble today had to handle. Good video THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.......

Really like your videos! Any chance you are going to review the new Recteq Smokestone?

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

Honestly I dont think so....i have deep concerns...based on absolutely no knowledge....but just from what I have seen...I just dont have the griddle excitement kinda thing...

@JBRose384

2 ай бұрын

I gotcha! I pulled the trigger on one and I love it actually. I have a Blackstone as well so I have something to compare it to. It’s not perfect but it does cook well overall. But there are definitely some things I would change on it. I’m happy with it and don’t regret it!

Place washers on the griddle locating pins to space up the corner/corners that are low.

@kevinpitzer

3 ай бұрын

What type of washers did you use? Mine even tn the garage is a bit off.

@Sniper269

3 ай бұрын

@kevinpitzer what do you mean what type of washer? Stainless steel if you're asking what material.

I'd be curious to know if the plastic accessories on the side would warp with heat coming off of The griddle. I have a blackstone that has a side shelf over there and everything on the side gets really hot so I'd be curious to see if you had that sitting there and were doing a long cook of a bunch of smashburgers or something if that plastic would warp

Glad i went with the camp chef.

Interested to see if the plastic accessories melt from radiant heat over a long cook.

How do you level the griddle? Didn't see any info on the manual I downloaded. Do you have to shim under the wheels or is there a screw or bolt adjustment somewhere it isn't mentioning?

You used the word stow. Brought me back to my navy days. MCPO fmf

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your service....

As I look at my griddle options I will stay away from this Webber griddle because I can’t level the griddle or use the lid while cooking. Also it should stand a little higher. Good review, thank you.

I was set on the Traeger Flatrock, but now I'm looking at the 36" Slate. Any recommendations? One thing I hate about my current Blackstone, is heat comes out from the gap between the burners and side shelves and heats up everything on the shelves. It looks like the Flatrock will be best with that since its recessed down more. Not sure about the steel VS the iron either. I like the bigger size of the weber and the added shelf.

What's your favorite 36" griddle. I have one of the first 36" Blackstones with the lower side shelves. I am wanting to upgrade to a newer 36". I don't need anything fancy,just the griddle.

I am hoping you will review the Recteq Smokestone 600, pellet griddle. I was thinking about getting one but haven’t seen any comprehensive review videos like you put out.

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

I have been skeptical fromt the beginning....just cant imagine that much money on something with out different temp zones.. then what about pellets.. how effective or efficient are they compared to propane or gas....do you use high priced pellets for better quality or low cost and run the risk of less efficient but less cost...all this is just me thinking

@swchampi

2 ай бұрын

@@TheFlatTopKing you make a good point. I also saw a video Recteq released where their chefs were cooking on it and added some water to steam some vegetables and the griddle warped instantly from the temp differences. It eventually flattened back out but I thought that made it look low quality. I pulled the trigger on the Traeger today thanks to your video. Thanks for the feedback!

Have you ever made a comparison between those grills and black stones?

Hey, I was just wondering what would happen if you did close the lid while steaming cheese or something? Just curious :)

Through out all the improvements and changes in griddles….i still love my Camp Chef…..

Think I’m gonna go with the traeger

I’m seeing some versions (sold at ACE) where the left hand side shelf does not fold down. This 30” at ACE did have the fold out shelf on the right. Do you know if the final version did away with the collapsing left side shelf?

It’s such a relief you use stale bread ! Heaven forbid you use fresh bread. LOL 😂 ENJOY REVIEWS

I like those drop in trays. However that feature alone won’t sell me on that Weber to replace my 36” Weber currently. I am going to fabricate fold down shelves for my existing Weber. Shelf it certainly were that Weber is lacking.

My man, Neil! I need to get me one of those hats… tell me how and I’ll buy one tomorrow!

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

theflattopking.com

Thoughts on this versus the Traeger? honeslty.

@geefim2144

2 ай бұрын

Cadillac Vs. Nissan .

I’ve cooked on mine 30 or more times. So far the only thing I’ve found with mine is the burner knobs work their way in on the posts. They will work in all the way to the metal front and you can’t push them in to light the grill. You have to pull the knob off to reset the depth. Seems the knobs should have a stop built in or the post needs a stop to keep those knobs from sliding to close to the grill front. So far my only problem. Been using for a few months and Love the grill. So far no rust.

How does the slate compare to the griddle insert you used on the Genesis? Also, have you had an opportunity to test out a Grilla Primate and if so, how do these options all compare?

Just got my Weber Slate 30” yesterday and my griddle tip is warped out of the box. I think the assembly instructions could have been a little better. It’s my first flat top grill and my first Weber. How is your griddle top? I’ve got both videos on my account showing the warp. Side note. Why is Weber sending me videos how to maintain a Gas Grill with grates after I registered my Flat Top Grill. 😂

How did you end up leveling it? Thank you

I believe until manufacturers thicken up their tops to 3/4 to 1" stainless slab, uneven cooking is a given. I remember at my Dad's DQ, we would fire up the grill 30-45 minutes before dropping the first burger onto it because it was so thick, 5 minutes after you lit it you could still hold your hand on it for a moment without burning it. Even my ridiculously expensive Evo 30" has unevenness. If I did it again, I would go to Chef's Toys and order an Imperial ITG-36 Natural Gas model. 30" wide by 24" deep with a 1" slab top. A wee over $3K but in the realm of Evo it's not that far off. But going back to my first comment, if one of the manufacturers made a 5 or more ply of stainless and aluminum and aimed for 3/8 to 1/2 inch in thickness, my bet would be you could achieve a +/- 5-degree evenness. I wonder what others think?

@ilkzode1822

3 ай бұрын

Cold steel sucks and thats why blackstone is blackstone. The seasoning and cleaning process is PITA. Sold mine years ago. I always laugh to the numerous griddles is see at neighbors, friends home coveres in rust. Even 3 ply stainless would be a huge upgrade.

Which 30"/36" do you recommend for even heating ?

Do both Weber Slate 30'' griddle's come with the Weber Works accessories such as the caddie and lid/shelf? Went to Ace Hardware and they didn't think the Weber Works tool caddie came with the model that doesn't have a side table.

@partswiz1

2 ай бұрын

Ace is correct. Get the one with the tool caddie and side table.

I saw the new Blackstone select 36 but there is no review/1st impression videos about it. How good is it in comparison to other griddle equipment? Might be nice to see it on your channel first. Enjoy your videos

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Yeah those things are pricey...I cant imagine the guts being different than the standard...they have changed the guts in years...i think its more aesthetic than functional....the pizza oven is the same technology and is 1,999 dollars....vs the one online for 799 and walmart for 599....same guts

Rust free is what I’m looking for

I'm new to these griddle videos, and while spot-checking with an infrared gun is "fine", I'm thinking an infrared thermal imaging camera would give your audience a better visual. I realize they're not cheap, but maybe you can get a company to loan you one.

Would be cool if they have a drop in cutting board for that removable shelf insert.

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

They absolutely do...

I am in the market for a new griddle. I have a camp chef and hate the grease trough so I want something better. I was looking at the flat rock so wondering if you would recommend this or flat rock

@christuveson3215

3 ай бұрын

If grease trap is your priority, look at the flatrock. I was looking at both the slate and the flatrock, and the grease trap on the flatrock is better (although the location is better on the Weber). I prefer a bucket over a tray, and the traeger bucket is huge. It was a huge factor why I went with the flatrock. That being said, the Weber look’s awesome as well, having seen it in person.

Great review. Now I'm going to buy one. But where do you buy those "Tote Bins"? Don't see them on Weber's website.

@jayldavid9602

2 күн бұрын

I found them. But there out of stock.

@TheFlatTopKing

Күн бұрын

some models come with the bins...

i see the hole in the back corners of the griddle. Is there any warming rack that can be installed on this? love everything about it, but thats one feature i wish it had like the halo. Thanks!

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

I am not home right now....but I will check....I dont think so...but never no...I am also going ahead and emailing weber..

@baydoe121

2 ай бұрын

@@TheFlatTopKing went to a local ace and they had 2 36" in stock.. well now they have 1. Things is awesome. i believe the temp prob, although not perfect across the grill, i feels its located in a little better spot and tell you the "high" temp area of the grill which is helpful... But the counter top space!!! fast heat up without going nuclear. 1k is a lot, but i feel this is a buy once cry once grill.. its awesome.

In the market for a new outdoor griddle. Should I wait for the 36" weber slate or pull the trigger on the Traeger Flatrock? Leaning Traeger at the moment

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

So to me thats extremely hard....the weber is not far off...and has more goodies...BUT no doubt the traeger cooks more even....size is about the same....and just to be honest I have not cooked on the weber long enough to really tell...

In your opinion, does slate griddles features and performance warrant the extra $300-400 over webers original

Got mine from ACE Hardware a few weeks ago. Had to order it online as they cannot keep them stocked. So far i love it. I pre seasoned mine. I assembled mine myself but would recommend two people. Was Awkward at times.

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

Do you make stuffing with the bread used for the bread test🤔

@TheFlatTopKing

2 ай бұрын

You can...we just throw out...

At this point what’s your fav between this and the flat rock?

Heya Flat Top King, have you heard of Current Backyard Griddle? Curious if you will review that electric Griddle?

@TheFlatTopKing

3 ай бұрын

I have not...ill take a look...thanks

@CHITECHGUY

3 ай бұрын

@@TheFlatTopKing that would be awesome, it’s an outdoor griddle. I have one, I would love to see what you say and think about it!

What's the chance you could mail me one to Australia. I want one so bad. Not sure if this is going to be release in Australia.