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16" Portable Charcoal Grill (CCG-216)

A 16-inch portable charcoal grill with a 200 sq in steel grate and dual-vent temperature control.

$50Approx. MSRP

A reasonable budget pick for occasional portable charcoal grilling, but not for anyone wanting a grill that holds up to frequent, heavy use.

Pros

  • Simple, portable design good for tailgates and small gatherings
  • Once coals are established, it holds a fairly even cooking temperature
  • Locking lid, dual vents, and ash catcher are useful extras for the price
  • Easy on the wallet ($50)

Watch-outs

  • Handle sits close to the lid and can get hot to the touch
  • No hook for hanging the lid while cooking
  • Construction feels budget-grade rather than built to last
  • Tight cooking area (200 sq in) — small batches

Known niggles

  • Wide charcoal grate spacing lets coals fall through and can block the vent
  • Grate flange is shallow, so the grate can shift and spill coals when stirring
  • Lightweight construction feels flimsy and paint can bubble at high heat
  • Getting a solid, evenly-lit charcoal bed often takes more than one attempt
TypeCharcoal
FuelCharcoal
FormatPortable
Approx. MSRP (USD)$50
Primary cooking area200 sq in
Total cooking area200 sq in
Build materialSteel
WiFi / appNo

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

Cuisinart 16" Portable Charcoal Grill (CCG-216)

Features

  • 200 sq in steel cooking grate
  • Dual vent system (bottom inlet + lid exhaust)
  • Locking latches secure lid to body
  • 4-leg stable design with ash catcher below the firebowl
  • Lightweight and easy to transport
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