Customer Reviews for Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill in Black

We bought one of these about 15 years ago and have rerplaced the ash bucket and charcoal grate twice over the years and customer service at Chargriller was great in getting the parts. The grill served us well but was needing replacement as the bottom was starting to rot out. We're going to strore this one in the garage when not in use instead of outside with no cover and I'll bet it will last a lot longer. Big enough for a family of four and a very versatile grill.

Not too small, or too large. The construction was better than expected.

Perfect for little meats.

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The grill was easy to assemble. It is the perfect size for a couple or small family. The pull out drawer for charcoal makes it a snap to prepare the charcoal for grilling and (after you eat) very easy to dispose of the used charcoal. I definitely recommend this grill.

If you're here, you're probably looking for a high quality, simple, small charcoal grill. At least, that's what I was looking for, and I purchased this one without doing a ton of research. I've since used it a bunch. I love it and can enthusiastically recommend it, but there are a lot of good grills out there. Is this one the right one for you? The obvious alternatives are a Weber 22" kettle, and a larger CharGriller like the Outlaw. My advice is simple: get one of those if you can afford the space and the (slightly) higher price. The Outlaw's adjustable grates and temperature gauge are probably, by themselves, worth the price difference, and having the option to add a side fire box is really nice. If you don't have the space or the money, then this grill will serve you very well. The quality is high (for the price--this isn't a top of the line Traeger, people), and the design is thoughtful (I particularly like the charcoal drawer, and the position of the vents). The grill's name is appropriate: for petite patios, it's a particularly potent option.

If you're here, you're probably looking for a high quality, simple, small charcoal grill. At least, that's what I was looking for, and I purchased this one without doing a ton of research. I've since used it a bunch. I love it and can enthusiastically recommend it, but there are a lot of good grills out there. Is this one the right one for you? The obvious alternatives are a Weber 22" kettle, and a larger CharGriller like the Outlaw. My advice is simple: get one of those if you can afford the space and the (slightly) higher price. The Outlaw's adjustable grates and temperature gauge are probably, by themselves, worth the price difference, and having the option to add a side fire box is really nice. If you don't have the space or the money, then this grill will serve you very well. The quality is high (for the price--this isn't a top of the line Traeger, people), and the design is thoughtful (I particularly like the charcoal drawer, and the position of the vents). The grill's name is appropriate: for petite patios, it's a particularly potent option.

very good grill for small family or gatherings. very easy to set up and use. cast iron cooking grates make for good searing marks.

Great small grill when you don't need a standard size. Easy clean up too.

Easy to assemble. Uses very little charcoal. Grills like the larger version I owned.

Received in great condition. Easy to assemble. Just do not tighten legs until finished. Cooked ten burgers and they came out great.

My husband and I have had a Char-Griller patio pro grill for years. After extensive use, we just purchased a brand new one and this company rocks...they have the same quality and durability as the one we purchased years ago...fantastic. We use the grill all the time and it is literally perfect for two people, also for four people. I have sent this grill to family members as a gift too, also perfect!

It is a great patio grill, just big enough but not too big, performance is excellent. I have installed a dial indicating thermometer in the lid, which is the only modification that I felt necessary. It is a great grill and at this price point it is outstanding. As note, this is my second grill of this model, first one is still in service after 7 years but the ash drawer slide guides are slowly tiring out due to corrosion, I also added a dial thermometer to this one when it was new.

The grates have rusted. We properly maintained and cleaned them according to instructions and they have rusted terribly. My plans are to exchange.

Screws for the grill and legs could be longer. But everything else seems good.

it has a wooden table on the side it gets very hot and the wooden handle also

The grill was a bit of a hassle to assemble and had to go to the store to buy the special nut driver to put it together with. The instructions could have been more detailed and clearer to understand but otherwise ok. Took longer than expected to assemble but once assembled it is fine.

Very heavy, sturdy grill, just my size, love it

Cute but very difficult to assemble. I tried 3 times before I gave up and returned it. I may have gotten a defective one seeing that the barrel holes did not align with the stand. Oh well maybe next Grilling Season I’ll find a grill.

It’s perfect for me!

Just as good as my old one which lasted 7 years in salt air

Ok here goes this is my 3rd chargriller grille being made of cast iron unless you maintain it it will rust. Taking out your burnt charcoal is a must or you will greatly reduce the life of your grille . So after getting it and doing the assembly I noticed that it is a bit wobbly I have tightened it till it won't tighten any more and it's still a bit wobbly nothing dangerous but not like my previous 2 chargillers. If I had found the Wrangler Pro I would have purchased that grille , I like the chimney and I know after using my patio pro that the front shelf is definitely needed if it's the only table you have close is absolutely necessary. Overall I would give it a 4 of 5 I think I would have given the wrangler pro a better rating . Understand this is still a very competent grille just missing the chimney and front shelf .

Great grill for on the go, the quality is good & it’s nice and sturdy.