The best flat-top grills are powerful and intuitive for experts and amateur grillers alike. See our top picks from Blackstone, Weber and more.

Want a grill that handles breakfasts, burgers, and hibachi nights? Meet your new backyard MVP: the flat top grill. Outdoor griddles, as they’re often called, offer unmatched versatility.

The surface of flat-top grills are either stainless-steel or cast-iron, and both need to be “seasoned” with oil before you start cooking. Apply a thin coat of oil to the entire surface and ...

Flat top grills come in a range of prices, so you’re likely to find one in your budget. They’re also made from chrome, steel, cast iron and aluminum materials. Flat top grills are versatile.

Cooking Surface 720 sq in. Blackstone made a name for itself with flat-top grills, and this 36-inch model is one of its best. It’s built with a heavy-duty cast-iron top that offers 720 square ...

Among the flat top grills we tested, the Blackstone Iron Forged has the most unique features. In addition to the storage area at the bottom, this multi-purpose machine is equipped with two air ...

Flat top grills also have easy cleanup, so you won’t need those cast iron pans as you cook directly on the griddle. But deciding on which flat top grill to buy can be daunting based on the ...

However, he added, "Charcoal or propane work great, especially if you're firing up the grill to make an event of it. If not, [a flat iron cooked in] a good cast iron pan, seared on high ...