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Char-Broil TRU-Infrared Patio Bistro Gas Grill, Black
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Brand | Char-Broil |
Product Dimensions | 24.4"D x 25.2"W x 38.2"H |
Special Feature | Infrared Technology |
Color | Black |
Fuel Type | Gas |
About this item
- Small on size, mighty on features - perfect for a patio or balcony
- Cooking System:Gas TRU-Infrared
- Electronic ignition integrated into gas control knob for a wide range of temperatures
- 320 square inches of cooking area
- Assembly Required
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Brand | Char-Broil |
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Product Dimensions | 24.4"D x 25.2"W x 38.2"H |
Special Feature | Infrared Technology |
Color | Black |
Fuel Type | Gas |
Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
Included Components | [Stainless Steel Cooking Grate, Wheels, Tool/Accessory Holder, Lid, Temperature Gauge, Ash Catcher] |
Assembly Required | Yes |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
Item Weight | 54 Pounds |
Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
Installation Type | Free Standing |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Main Burner Count | 1 |
Cooking Surface Area | 3.2E+2 Square Inches |
Number of Racks | 1 |
Heating Elements | 1 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00099143019000 |
Grill Configuration | 2-level |
Cooking System | TRU-Infrared |
Manufacturer | Charbroil |
UPC | 099143019970 804892189702 099143019000 |
Item Weight | 54 pounds |
ASIN | B00FI0737A |
Item model number | 15601900 |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #135,908 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #243 in Propane Grills |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Product Description
The Patio Bistro TRU-Infrared Gas Grill has an exclusive infrared cooking system that keeps food moist and juice. TRU-Infrared technology heats food directly, promising fewer flare-ups without hot or cold spots. For extra flavor, add real wood chips directly to the grilling grate. Its sleek and modern design makes it an added bonus to any apartment balcony or small patio; the wheels allow for mobility and the towel bar holds tools and accessories. The Bistro has Easy Light integrated ignition and a stainless steel cooking grate. The Patio Bistro has a primary cooking area of 240 sq. in. and a secondary cooking area of 80 sq. in. This size is perfect for grilling for friends in an intimate setting, allowing for 8-12 burgers to cook at a time. Assembled dimensions: 25.2"W x 24.4"D x 38.2"H.
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Customers find the grill performs well and appreciate its compact size that fits perfectly on small decks. The cooking surface heats and cooks very evenly, and customers find it simple to put together with complete instructions. The ignition functionality receives mixed reviews, with several customers reporting issues with the igniter stopping working. Customers disagree on the design and build quality, with some describing it as well-made while others find it flimsy. Cleaning experiences are mixed, with some finding it easy while others find the infrared grate difficult to clean.
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Customers are satisfied with the grill's performance, noting it cooks well and produces perfect burgers, with one customer mentioning it does a great job of evenly cooking food.
"...No sticking and the sausages grilled to perfection. nice and juicy. A couple days later I took and nice 3/4 in New York Strip...." Read more
"...In the end, its a great little infrared grill that does not use up too much propane. The grilling comes out nice and even...." Read more
"...All I can say is that the steaks I cook on this grill are very good. Just as important, it takes little time to cook them...." Read more
"...While the grill is usable, it is marginally decent at cooking some items, and definitely horrible and lousy at cooking most other items...." Read more
Customers like the grill's size, describing it as a perfect smaller unit that's ideal for deck or small space use, particularly for families of three.
"...My search took me to this little grill. Perfect size...." Read more
"...* It is 3/4 the size of a standard round grill. It fits better on my tiny porch, but I’ll go with full size next time -not enough cooking area for..." Read more
"...it is small and fits nicely in the corner of my deck...." Read more
"I bought this grill mainly due to it's small footprint. I love it so far. However, the igniter switch cover broke off all by itself...." Read more
Customers find the grill easy to assemble and operate.
"...Just as important, it takes little time to cook them...." Read more
"...once a week, though I find myself using it more because it is so easy to use. I also purchased the heavy-duty cover for it and am glad I did...." Read more
"...There are lots of instructions on using it, but as for assembly not so much, Now DH has put together grills before and frankly he was stymied a..." Read more
"...putting it together was not very difficult at all...." Read more
Customers appreciate the grill's heat level, noting that it heats up quickly and cooks food evenly across the cooking surface, with good temperature control for both searing and slow cooking.
"...The grilling comes out nice and even. It will heat up real high to get a nice char...." Read more
"...The entire cooking grid from edge to edge is always a consistent temperature...." Read more
"...We cooked two rather large (thick) chicken breasts, the thermostat on top was a huge asset!..." Read more
"...This gets super hot super fast, propane tank is lasting way longer, and if you actually know to cook (which I do) and how to clean a grill..." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with cleaning the grill: while some find it very easy, others report that the infrared grate is particularly difficult to clean.
"...I had one before and cleaning it was a nightmare. I ordered a cast iron grill to replace it...." Read more
"...Cleaning isn’t an issue either. I hear it up a little prior to cooking and do use a grill brush...." Read more
"...style grill plate (what the food cooks on) is difficult and too time consuming to clean. I have to spend 5-15 minutes (or more!)..." Read more
"...the grate is not an easy task and the thing requires constant cleaning with a brass bristled brush...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the grill's design, with some praising its nice appearance and considering it the best small grill, while others report serious design flaws and describe it as the worst grill they've used.
"...No sticking and the sausages grilled to perfection. nice and juicy. A couple days later I took and nice 3/4 in New York Strip...." Read more
"...While the grill is usable, it is marginally decent at cooking some items, and definitely horrible and lousy at cooking most other items...." Read more
"...The grate make nice lines and the foods do not seem to be as dry as charcoal cooking although I usually marinade meats before cooking...." Read more
"...You will still have flareups. The design of the grill minimizes but does not eliminate them...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the grill's build quality, with some finding it well made with a good cover, while others report it being flimsy and not very stable, noting that the lighter broke after a season of use.
"...grill arrived yesterday - on time - with all the pieces and nothing was broken. putting it together was not very difficult at all...." Read more
"...Well worth it. Handsome and high quality. It shipped in 2 days and arrived in good condition and all the parts were there...." Read more
"...but they tend to stick badly to the waffle grill and tear when you flip them. *..." Read more
"...Durability - in addition to the corrosion issues, I have replaced the thermometer and two igniters. I'm now using kitchen matches...." Read more
Customers report significant issues with the grill's ignition system, with multiple customers noting that the igniter stops working and the push-button system fails.
"...With it’s minimal usefulness and repeated extreme frustration-factor over the last1.5 years I can’t even give it 2 stars…it is worthy of only 1..." Read more
"...I've seen reviews about the igniter not working very well, or lasting very long. I can see why...." Read more
"...When I wen to put it away, I noticed the igniter button was visible and the cover over it was gone. I found it about 10' away from the grill...." Read more
"Had some issues with the igniter which was related to the contact in the igniter switch. Problem resolved with use. (Mashing the button down….)" Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2017Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseMy larger and older infrared was literally starting to fall apart. I didn't want to spend the $150 on parts that the manufacture wanted... so I started looking at alternatives. I didn't want to spend a lot of money... yet I wanted an infrared grill. After using infrared you will never want to go back. This little sucker fit my needs pretty well. The assembly was a little more than I'd like... but I loathe assembling stuff.
In the end, its a great little infrared grill that does not use up too much propane. The grilling comes out nice and even. It will heat up real high to get a nice char. I removed that little upper resting grill thingy because it took up too much real estate on the already limited space grill. I do wish it was a bit bigger... but that's my fault for buying one that I knew was this small. I'd buy it again if I was in need.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2024Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseThis BBQ is great. It cooks almost too hot. But so far I enjoy it very much. It heats up so fast and stays hot inside. I almost wish there were a vent on the top, because even on the lowest setting it's always upper heat. The assembly was a bit tricky but not impossible. Would purchase this product again.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2018Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseThis is a great grill for 1 - 4 people. I live alone and had a large Weber that I never used because it took so long to prep it and get it to grilling for one person. I gave it away and bought this little guy and glad I did. Took me a hour or to put it together, seasoned the grill grate with vegetable oil, fired it up (it lit the first time) and let it go as instructed until it stopped smoking. Turned it off. The next day, I went out there with some real nice fresh polish sausages, it lit up the first time, let it heat up for a few minutes, and grilled the sausages. No sticking and the sausages grilled to perfection. nice and juicy. A couple days later I took and nice 3/4 in New York Strip. It fired up[ the first time, I let it heat up a bit, and put the steak on it. Grilled each side about 5 minutes, nice grill marks, and let it rest for about 5 minutes. I also sliced a nice spud in half, and rubbed olive oiled on it and cooked on the warming rack, it cam out great. Then I cut into the steak, talk about juicy!!! This grill is a savior, I am grilling again and loving it. If you are having second thought about buying this baby, do it. I am having fun grilling again. I've done pork chops, on it as well. I also made a Rueben sandwich on it and it was great. Patio Bistro is the proper description for it. The uses are endless. It's not just for brats, dogs, or burgers. I also have the char broil smoker deluxe that I smoke ribs and stuff in. this is a great buy.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2015Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseThis is the first grill I have ever purchased. So my knowledge is limited. All I can say is that the steaks I cook on this grill are very good. Just as important, it takes little time to cook them. If I throw mini bake potatoes, onions, mushrooms, and jalapenos on first, then add the steaks later, I can have a meal prepared within 20 minutes. The steaks alone are prepared in under 10 minutes. As far as putting this together, I am fairly incompetent at building anything even with directions. It took me two hours, but I also had two young children stealing parts and tools from me during the process, which is probably the reason it took as long as it did.
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Updated review. I purchased this grill in late Jun 2015. I was using it about twice a week. As I mentioned above, the taste is excellent. Roughly six weeks after using it, I started to experience what I think are called flareups. Sometimes when I started the grill, there was a loud explosion like sound. When this happened, the ignitor failed to light and I wasn't able to grill. It happened unpredictably. But it was concerning enough that I called Char-Broil. They were kind and supportive on the phone, and sent me a new burner tube for free.
Once I installed the new burner, I had no problem with the grill for another three weeks. Then, the flareups happened again. I'd say that about 70% of the time I could grill and there would be no flare-up. Sometimes there would be a flareup and the grill still lit, so I was able to cook. But I felt a bit apprehensive using the grill, due to the loud sound and once or twice fire shot out briefly from the top of the grill. I finally stopped using the grill two weeks ago after a flareup happened with so much force that the grate was sent about a foot into the air and flames shot out from the top.
I am hesitant to mention any of this. Looking at the reviews for this grill, I appear to be the only person having this issue. Maybe it is entirely user error. But I'm following the instructions in the manual. And, 70% of the time I have no problem. It's just that the other 30% of the time makes me weary to use the grill. Given that it's gas and the possibility for a worse outcome than what I've experienced so far.
I have no complaints against Char-Broil as a company. In fact, within the next week or so I will place an order for one of their infrared electric grills. Although the taste won't be as good, I would feel more comfortable using their electric grill.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2024Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseI love everything about this grill except for the infrared grill itself. I had one before and cleaning it was a nightmare. I ordered a cast iron grill to replace it. I had already planned on replacing it before I ordered it. In the early 2000’s they made the grill with a cast iron grill piece I don’t know why they ever changed it.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2019Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseI have never grilled by myself before as we have always used charcoal. This year I wanted to learn to grill but without the mess of charcoal so I went looking for an easy to use grill for myself. Something small but still large enough for whatever I wanted to cook. My search took me to this little grill.
Perfect size. I can cook up a couple steaks, my weekly ration of zucchini, pineapple slices, whatever my little heart desires. I can turn it off or on without any help and I can keep it outside and not have to drag it indoors and have it take up valuable garage space. I use it at least once a week, though I find myself using it more because it is so easy to use. I also purchased the heavy-duty cover for it and am glad I did. I would definitely recommend this little grill.
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- G. S.Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Customer Service - nice compact grill
Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseGrill is ok - first time was fantastic, not a big fan of the quality of the top surface even after using many times it's not well seasoned. I gave 5 starts mainly to Customer service who were fantastic trouble shooting and sending the needed parts. Thanks.
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in Canada on June 25, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Efficient and sweet retro look gas grill
Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseI love this grill. Fast even heat. Big heat for what looks like a little grill but deceptively has lots of room. It's large rear wheels make it easy to move. Great retro look too.
- Dan MeirReviewed in Canada on December 11, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseAwesome and quick delivery
- WAM-PEIReviewed in Canada on March 30, 2019
2.0 out of 5 stars starter
Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseNice size & looks good but only used it a couple of times & the starter quit. Now have to light by hand. Not impressed!
- carmelReviewed in Canada on November 1, 2017
4.0 out of 5 stars It is a Christmas Gift and we assembled it in ...
Style: Patrio Bistro Gas GrillVerified PurchaseIt is a Christmas Gift and we assembled it in advance to be sure all was there. Fired it up and its ready to go!