Royal Gourmet CD1519 Portable Charcoal Grill with Warming Rack, Tabletop Charcoal Grill with 303 Sq. In Cooking Area for Outdoor Camping and Picnic Grilling, Black

UPDATE: So, after a couple of cancellations due to California's wildfires, I finally was able to go on a five night camping trip and put The Royal Gourmet grill through its paces for dinners. In a word, awesome. I did inch thick USDA Prime NY Strips and pork tenderloin (which, obviously require different heat levels and cooking methods). With the pork, I did a dry rub of kosher sea salt, onion & garlic powders, black pepper and Adobo, served sliced with salsa verde drizzled over the slices. That was cooked low and slow, the ability to set the level of the coals (with mesquite) and close the grill cover while maintaining a consistent temperature was key. They came out perfectly cooked, moist and very very flavorful. The steaks were, obviously, a different method, coals brought up to their highest position, sea salt, onion & garlic powders, black pepper rubbed in for a seared crust to keep the juices in. Grilling hot and fast, with finger testing the doneness on the grill, they came out perfectly seared juicy and most of all, rare. I did steaks twice on this trip and they were absolutely consistent. This grill is everything I hoped it would be! Original Review It took a while to assemble but the directions were comprehensive and once together, this thing is bullet proof — and that means it's heavy but I'm a car camper and I value comfort and great food over lightness... I haven't used it yet because it's been stormy here since I received the grill but I'm looking forward to a dry day so that I can finish the recommended assembly (they want you to lightly rub vegetable oil throughout the interior of the grill and then cook for two hours with briquettes to season the interior). I bought this to replace a cheap, unstable suitcase style grill that I took on camping trips for years and this one, with the obvious improvements of adjustable coal height, the ash removal tray and the door for adding charcoal is vastly superior. The thermometer in the lid is nice but I probably won't be cooking anything that requires it while camping. I like the fact that it's large enough to fit a small Weber chimney inside it for packing and storage (see photo) because I hate the taste of lighter fluid on the mesquite chunk charcoal that I prefer to cook with. This is going to make camping even better than it already is!

Easy to put together, and it works great for one or two people. It’s big you can cook everything at once. Not so big perfect size barbecue. Overall I am happy with the quality.

This was a little challenging to build by myself but with perseverance and patience I was able to do it. I love this little grill. It’s perfect for one person. Besides being a bit challenging to put together, I wish it had side handles.

Pros: - Nice size - Great look - Warming rack - Great price - You don’t need many tools to install - There’s a video on YouTube showing you how to install the product (this saved me!!) Cons: - You have to install the whole unit. There’s not too many small parts, but installation took me about 2-3 hours. - The parts aren’t labeled. The screws are labeled, but not the actual parts. Overall, a decent product.

I read the reviews on this product the Royal gourmet CD 1519 some of the people complained About bad packaging and not enough hardware I did not have that problem. The product was very well packaged all the parts had no scratches or dents. The hardware package came labeled with letters that matched the pictures in the drawing of the assembly with one extra screw, nut and washer of everything that I needed ,it took me about 60 minutes to put it together. All of the parts fit well. I can’t wait for the weather to warm up so I can take it out and season it before I do my first cook. I think it’s a pretty good product. I recommend it. i’m a very proficient grilling guy. I also have a flat top griddle. this will be a good addition to my outdoor cooking set up .

This is the best charcoal grill we have used. Works great

I bought the Royal Gourmet CD1519 grill for camping and picnics, and I am very impressed. It is portable, lightweight, and very easy to set up, making it perfect for outdoor use. The 303 sq. ft. cooking area is spacious and allows you to prepare food for several people. The warming rack keeps food hot while cooking, which is very convenient. The charcoal distributes evenly, and the heat remains consistent, ensuring food cooks uniformly. The grill feels sturdy and well-made, and cleaning the grates is quite easy. Considering the price, size, and functionality, it is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a reliable portable grill. Pros: Portable and easy to set up Large cooking area Very useful warming rack Sturdy and easy to clean Cons: The charcoal takes a little time to heat up, but it’s worth the wait Overall, highly recommended for camping, picnics, or outdoor gatherings.

Assembly wasn't horrible but entailed. I made a couple of missteps due to inattention and poor instructions, but I figured it out and got it assembled. It feels cheap though and not a grill you would keep for years. The first use was a little disconcerting as the paint was burning off the interior. It doesn't hold heat at all. It started off super hot and cooled rather quickly. Heat adjustment was not too bad with being able to raise and lower the charcoal pan, but the lower and upper vents didn't work too well. I had to go back and adjust the upper vent after the first use to make it open and close. This grill was not even listed on the company website when I checked after getting it. Perhaps it is too new.... As far as serving it's purpose and a portable grill, it did that. Will it last for many uses? I question that. Should it be assembled for the price-most definitely. I've got it and I'm going to use it, but I don't expect to replace it with another one.

Iba a comprar otro de una marca reconicida y al mismo precio. Esta marca tambien es reconocida pero esta es de muchísimo mejor calidad. In mes de haberlo comprado y 6 tardes de asados y todo excelente.

Really satisfying to buy the unit and ideal size for myself and it’s portable

Es una gran adquisición, el producto es súper practico, gran relación precio y calidad. Ideal para 4 personas, máximo 6.

El asador

Parecía todo perfecto al armarlo, pero a la mitad me di cuenta que no venía el termómetro, decido no regresarlo porque tengo un evento en dos días y lo necesito. Compraré el termómetro por aparte. Sin embargo deberían tener mejor control de calidad.