Blackstone 36" 4-Burner
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Exactly Which Model This Is
- Manufacturer
- Blackstone
- Product name
- Blackstone 36" Griddle (4-burner)
- Model number / SKU
- 36-inch 4-burner
The Blackstone 36" is responsible for converting millions of traditional grillers to flat-top cooking. Once you make smash burgers on 720 square inches of seasoned steel, there's no going back.
What We Love
- +Massive 720 sq in flat cooking surface
- +Four independently controlled burners
- +Incredibly versatile — breakfast to dinner
- +Easy to season and maintain
- +Fold-down side shelves for storage
- +Rear grease management system
Watch Out For
- −Requires proper seasoning and maintenance
- −No lid — can't do indirect cooking
- −Wind significantly affects heat
- −Rust is a concern without regular care
Specifications
Cooking Area
720 sq in
BTUs
60,000 (4 x 15,000)
Burners
4 independent zones
Material
Cold-rolled steel top
Fuel
Propane
Weight
120 lbs
Warranty
1 year
The Full Review
The Blackstone 36" changes the way many owners approach outdoor cooking by providing a large flat-top cooking surface instead of traditional grill grates. Owner feedback frequently highlights it as an especially versatile and enjoyable outdoor cooking platform.
Smash burgers are the gateway drug. Two ounces of ground beef, smashed thin on a screaming hot griddle with a metal press. Crispy lace edges, melted cheese, done in three minutes. Restaurant-quality every time.
But it goes so far beyond burgers. Weekend breakfast for the whole family — eggs, bacon, pancakes, hash browns, all cooking simultaneously across four zones. Stir fry with proper wok-level heat. Philly cheesesteaks. Hibachi-style fried rice. The flat surface handles anything a pan can handle, but bigger.
The four independent burners let you create multiple heat zones. The usual approach is left two burners on high for searing and right two on low for holding. Zone cooking on a griddle is genuinely game-changing.
How Does It Compare?
At a glance against its closest flat top griddle rivals.
| Grill | Rating | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstone 36" 4-Burner (this) | 4.6 | $349 | Flat-top grilling is exploding and Blackstone owns the category. |
| Camp Chef Flat Top Grill 475 | 4.6 | $299 | The best mid-size portable griddle. |
| Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle | 4.5 | $249 | The compact Blackstone that fits smaller spaces without sacrificing flat-top performance. |
Who Is It For?
Anyone who loves smash burgers, breakfast cooking, or Asian-style stir fry. Families who want to cook a full meal simultaneously. Grillers looking for something completely different from their charcoal or gas grill.
Final Verdict
The Blackstone 36" is among the most enjoyable outdoor cookers owners report using. At $349, it's an absurd value. Buy one, season it properly, and owner reports suggest it will become your most-used outdoor cooker within a month. If you're still sizing the right Blackstone for your space, read the [Blackstone 28 vs 36 comparison](/compare/blackstone-28-vs-36) — and if you need something that travels, the [Best Tabletop Griddles guide](/buyers-guide/best-tabletop-griddles) covers the portable lineup.
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