After months of seeing Blackstones and other flat-top griddles shown off on social media, I finally got one for myself. What’s more, instead of replacing my run-down grill, I opted for the full-featured Traeger Flatrock instead. While I’m generally happy with my decision, there are some things I wish I knew beforehand.
Compared to a regular grill with grates, flat-top griddles have a uniform steel surface for even cooking. The plate is an ideal surface for preparing foods like smash burgers, pancakes, fried eggs and stir fry. Large griddles usually offer controllable cooking zones, so you can cook different foods at their proper temperatures simultaneously, too.
