A couple of people said that the grill doesn't get hot enough and the meat taste like it is boiled. Have other users had this problem also? You can't get a good sear on a steak if it doesn't get hot enough. Please comment. A couple of people said that the grill doesn't get hot enough and the meat taste like it is boiled. Have other users had this problem also? You can't get a good sear on a steak if it... » Read More A couple of people said that the grill doesn't get hot enough and the meat taste like it is boiled. Have other users had this problem also? You can't get a good sear on a steak if it doesn't get hot enough. Please comment. « Show Less
280060
This is our second grill ( we left the other one in the garage and it got moldy). We love it for grilling steaks etc. we are not allowed to use gas so this is the next best thing. Grilling steak tonight and I know it will be great. You have to make sure to turn it on to heat for a while before you grill. Also have the steaks at room temperature.
280061
Electric grills do not get as hot as gas or charcoal grills. The don't claim to. Nor who a buyer who does the right homework expect them. I make heavy use of a George Foreman in a tropical rental environment. My guests have never complained. It works just fine.
280062
The grill is amazing it works like a charm. It get really hot if u want it hot, and very low if u want that low. I love using it, even for making meat or chicken kebab. Very healthy and easy to clean
280063
We have not had that problem, in fact we don't usually put it higher than 3.
280064
I've cooked several steaks on this gril and they have been exceptional...I use it for my breakfast sausages, steaks, chicken breast & fish on a regular...I love my gril
280065
My grill worked just fine......although the handle was broken when I pulled it bout the box...but it wasn't anything that some super glue couldn't handle. it cooked my steaks great...
280066
I don't cook much but my wife is an iron chef and she hasn't had a problem with this grill. We need it because of the apartment law in CA. Chicken, prime rib, links, rib eye, etc. We use it a few times a week. And it's not expensive so give it a try
280067
The grill gets hot but the meat doesn't taste like it is grilled but it is just fine. I don't have any problems with mine.
503903
I am sorry to hear that you are having that problem. I cook chicken on mine all the time and I have never had that problem. I really don't know why that is happening to you. Try contacting Ronco directly. They have been very helpful with my questions.
1967010
There is a small slide-out drawer for drippings, but it rarely gets full of drippings. They seem to burn off on the stainless heat reflector that covers the burners. It is the kind of grill that gets hot enough that you can sear meats before setting it up for cooking long and slow. I also store a canister of gas and a grill cleaner for storage.
393041
If using it propane, it can hard to get it at a super low temp in the dead of summer. Like I can't smoke fish in the summer because you smoke fish at around 150 degrees. But I've never had any trouble keeping it around 200-225 for smoking pork, beef, or poultry. It's very easy to get it hot for grilling (around 500) on propane. I don't do charcoal a lot but I would assume it would be easier to get your own temperature depending on how many coals you put in.
617353
I have the same grill and have used it a couple of times a week for years. No smell or odd taste. Perhaps it has something to do with what you washed it with or maybe it wasn't rinsed enough?
1484158
The BBQ is excellent at producing lots of heat and distributing this heat in a relatively even pattern over the grill. It also maintains the heat well but it seems to work better when more coals are used then what you think you need. if I'm cooking large thick pieces I get half of the grill really HOT by adding a deeper layer of coals then on the other half. I sear the meat over this hot section and then cook it slowly over the not so hot part. You can experiment with this by layering the coals and using the air vent. Also, a lid placed over large pieces and "bone-in" pieces will cook them well over the lower heat after they're seared. The BBQ is excellent at producing lots of heat and distributing this heat in a relatively even pattern over the grill. It also maintains the heat well but it seems to work better when more coals are used then what you think you need. if I'm cooking large thick pieces I get half of the grill really HOT by adding a deeper layer of coals then on the other half. I sear the meat over this hot section and then cook it slowly over the not so hot part. You can experiment with this by layering the coals and using the air vent. Also, a lid placed over large pieces and "bone-in" pieces will... » Read More The BBQ is excellent at producing lots of heat and distributing this heat in a relatively even pattern over the grill. It also maintains the heat well but it seems to work better when more coals are used then what you think you need. if I'm cooking large thick pieces I get half of the grill really HOT by adding a deeper layer of coals then on the other half. I sear the meat over this hot section and then cook it slowly over the not so hot part. You can experiment with this by layering the coals and using the air vent. Also, a lid placed over large pieces and "bone-in" pieces will cook them well over the lower heat after they're seared. « Show Less
2231395
This is a great BBQ, I cook everything on this BBQ. I have purchased a second grill. I love it cooks everything very well.Ribs, steak, flap steaks. Tri tips baked potatoes, corn onthe cob, fish. Just everything. Good luck and enjoy:-)
74670
I guess I have never had that problem since I allow the grill to heat a few minutes before I add anything. I usually have to cook at medium since I find at higher temp the outside cooks too fast. Good luck
217342
Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent... » Read More Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! « Show Less
1594463
I have the grill .. Used it 1 time ... Took forever to even cook a hot dog .. It doesn't get hot enough to sear much of anything....
2228473
I've used nothing but canola oil to get the grill seasoned. Get it screaming hot, cover down, anything on the grate from last use will pretty much be ash & easily scraped with the triangular cleaning tool. Use a small hand whisk brush to get rid of the ash. Another spray with canola oil & get'r hot again. IT WILL SMOKE. Nature of the beast. Spray burgers lightly with canola before placing on the smoking hot grate. I use nothing more than 90/10 mix. Too much fat means more flame up. I'll leave 'em on a couple minutes or less, give 'em a quarter turn, same with other side, then finish up with lowered heat until desired done. I do pretty much the same with steaks, chops, & fish. A light spray with the oil before slapping on the grill, prevents sticking & helps keep any seasonings where they should be, on the meat. For chicken, I've added 4 - 1/4" eye bolts to an old grill that raises the meat an 1-1/2" or so to slow grill the meat. I've found a basket type flat grill at Safeway I place on top of the grate when grilling fish, shrimp, veggies and sliced fruit. Again, I'll lightly spray it and the food before grilling. You're always gonna get some Smoke, but after the initial searing, turning the gas down & watching placement of your meat on the grill should keep the smoking manageable. Doug
2133381
Make sure the pan is HOT before you put in your steak or they won't sear. Also, be sure not to move the meat until it releases easily: if you try to turn it and it doesn't come up easily its telling you "not yet!". This is true for any food you are searing whether or not its in cast iron.
852322
I actually have never tried cooking a steak. I only use mine for paninis and grilled cheese. It can do hamburgers so I'm assuming it can do a steak as well. Sorry I can't be anymore helpful.
1057771
You get the grill marks like you do on most grills. I have not noticed the top or bottom being hotter then the other so I would say it cooks well on both sides. Now when you use the word "crust" you must be asking about its ability to sear... that I have not seen this grill do. The only one that I know that does a great job at this is the Breville Breville BGR820XL Smart Grill
5305
I have not tried steaks as yet. Still getting use to how it cooks. It cooks hamburgers differently than what I expected. It is like anything else new, one has to get use to it. I do not see why it wouldn't do the job on steaks.
758974
I have not had that problem. Sounds like your temperature is too low. I have a Green Egg and generally grille steak at 500 degrees.
1203173
Kathleen: I have no idea. I use a Tablespoon or so when cooking veggies, or whisk in similar amount into mashed potatoes, also good in gravies. Put s teaspoon or so on the hot side of a steak coming off the grill. I add some to lot of stuff I am cooking (when I think of it) always tastes a little better. Mine has lasted forever; and I will reorder.