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American Gourmet Charcoal Grill 225

Entry-level charcoal grill with a 225 sq in cast-iron grate and a slide-out charcoal/ash drawer.

$150Approx. MSRP
Great fortight budgetssmall spaces & travelreal charcoal flavor

A fine first charcoal grill for someone on a tight budget who's willing to learn basic fire management; not for someone who wants a fully closed grill that holds a fire reliably out of the box.

Pros

  • 225 sq in is enough for about 9 burgers at a budget price around $150
  • Slide-out charcoal drawer makes refueling and cleanup easier than lifting the whole grate
  • Adjustable damper and 8-inch wheels for basic temperature control and mobility
  • Easy on the wallet ($150)

Watch-outs

  • Fire management takes more attention than pricier kettle grills
  • Basic build quality typical of entry-level charcoal grills
  • Cast iron grates need seasoning/maintenance to avoid rust
  • Tight cooking area (225 sq in) — small batches

Known niggles

  • Some owners report the charcoal fire going out when the lid is closed, likely due to limited airflow control
TypeCharcoal
FuelCharcoal
FormatKettle
Approx. MSRP (USD)$150
Primary cooking area225 sq in
Total cooking area225 sq in
Weight55 lb
Build materialHeavy-duty cast-iron cooking grate
WiFi / appNo

Specs sourced from the manufacturer / retailer listing. Prices are approximate and drift — check the seller for the current figure.

Char-Broil American Gourmet Charcoal Grill 225

Features

  • 225 sq in total cooking area
  • Heavy-duty cast-iron grate
  • Side shelf for prep space
  • Slide-out charcoal drawer for easy ash cleanup
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