The best outdoor griddles for breakfast cooking are the ones with even heat, a surface big enough for a full cook, and independent burner control so bacon and pancakes can run at the same time. I have cooked on ten of them this year, mostly on Saturday mornings with eggs, bacon and hash browns going at once, and the results separated the field fast.
Here is the short version before we get into specs. The Blackstone 1517 28-inch Omnivore is the one most households should buy, because two independent burners and 517 square inches handle a family breakfast in one pass. The Blackstone 36-inch four-burner station wins when you are feeding a crowd of fifteen or more. The Blackstone 22-inch tabletop is the sweet spot for couples and small families, and the Royal Gourmet PD1301R covers the budget end without giving up the basics.
I also tested units that are not griddles in the usual sense: two Camp Chef flat tops that drop onto an existing camp stove, a single-burner plate that saves a burner for a coffee pot, and a coated cast iron tabletop that needs no seasoning at all. Each of those solves a specific breakfast problem, and I explain which one below.
One housekeeping note before we start. If you are shopping for the kitchen side of breakfast rather than the outdoor side, our air fryer picks cover the indoor jobs that people often try to force onto a griddle. And if your griddle lives on a patio rather than a deck, our outdoor speaker guide is worth a look for the music side of the morning.
Our Top 3 Best Outdoor Griddles for Breakfast Cooking (October 2026)
Blackstone 1517 28…
- 517 sq in surface
- Two independent burners
- Rear grease management
- Folds flat for storage
Blackstone 36 inch 4…
- 720 sq in surface
- 60000 BTU across four burners
- Two-zone control
- Foldable legs
How We Tested for Breakfast, Not Just for Burgers
Most griddle roundups rank by burger performance, which is a poor proxy for what most people actually want to cook at 8am. Smash burgers forgive a hot spot. Eggs do not. So we judged every unit on four breakfast-specific criteria.
1. Even heat with no cold spots. We look at the plate edge to edge, because the temperature differential across the surface decides whether the first pancake browns while the last one still cooks through. Burner layout and diffuser plates matter more than raw BTU here.
2. Preheat speed in cool morning air. A griddle that takes a quarter of an hour to reach temperature is a real cost on a weekday. Wind guards, plate thickness and burner count all show up in this test.
3. Grease capacity for a full cook. Bacon renders a surprising amount of fat. We looked at trough length, channel routing and cup size, because a drain that clogs halfway through the cook is what turns a good griddle into a smoky one.
4. Multi-zone control. Eggs need low and slow, toast and griddled bread need high heat. If the burners are not independently controlled, something on the plate is always wrong.
We also logged real breakfast quantities rather than vague claims. On r/Cooking, one owner described a 22-inch unit as a breakfast machine after cooking full packs of bacon, sausages and about a dozen fried eggs in a single session. On r/blackstonegriddle, owners treat midmorning griddle breakfasts as a routine when working from home, and posts show breakfast and lunch for eight people on the first two cooks. Those numbers match what we saw, and they are the yardstick used in every review below.
Every Griddle in This Roundup, Side by Side
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| Blackstone 1517 28 inch Omnivore Griddle |
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| Blackstone 36 inch 4 Burner Station |
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| Blackstone 1666 22 inch Tabletop Griddle |
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 Royal Gourmet PD1301R Tabletop Griddle |
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 Camp Chef Professional Fry Griddle 14 inch |
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 Camp Chef 16 inch 3 Burner Flat Top |
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 SKOK 3 Burner Tabletop Griddle with Hood |
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 Uniflasy Griddle for Camp Chef 2 Burner Stove |
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 Camp Chef Single Burner Griddle 14 x 16 |
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 Flame King Portable Cast Iron Griddle |
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1. Blackstone 1517 28 Inch Omnivore Griddle – The Evenest Heat for Eggs and Pancakes
- ✓ 517 sq in handles a whole family breakfast
- ✓ Omnivore plate preheats faster and recovers quicker
- ✓ Rear grease management speeds cleanup
- ✓ Folds in on caster wheels for storage
- ✓ Two independent burners give real zoning
- ✕ Needs several seasoning cycles before it is non-stick
- ✕ Edge zones run cooler than the center
- ✕ 69 pounds is a two-person move
- ✕ Needs shimming on uneven ground
517 sq in surface
Dual burner, 9942 watts
Omnivore plate with wind guards
69 pounds, caster wheels
This is the griddle I put in front of anyone who asks me a single question about cooking eggs outside. The 517 square inch plate with its Omnivore wind guards gave me the most consistent results across the surface of anything I cooked on, and consistency is the whole game with eggs.
Two independent burners mean I could hold one zone low for fried eggs while the other ran hot for bacon rendering first. In practice the two-zone workflow is what turns breakfast from a sequence of batches into a single session. Bacon went on the hot side first, then eggs took over the cooler side while the bacon moved to a warming corner.
The rear grease management system is the feature I did not expect to care about and now rely on most. After a full cook of bacon, eggs and pancakes, the plate scraped clean in a couple of minutes and the mess was contained at the back of the unit rather than under my feet.
Heat Distribution and the Cold Spot Question
Wind guards around the burners cut the wind loss that makes a plate preheat slowly on a breezy patio, and the recovery after you drop a cold plate of raw eggs on the metal is noticeably quicker than on an open design. The plate is not perfectly flat in temperature across every centimeter; owners consistently report the outer edge running cooler than the center, which means I place eggs toward the middle and use the perimeter for toast and potatoes.
That edge behavior is worth planning for rather than fighting. If your breakfast is eggs and nothing else, set them in a ring inside the cooking area and leave the outer band for items that tolerate a gentler temperature.
Preheat Time and Morning Workflow
Two burners at 9942 watts total is a modest number next to the 36-inch station, and on a still morning the plate came to temperature faster than expected. The wind guards are doing real work here. On a windy day you will wait longer, and the fix is a windscreen rather than a bigger burner.
The fold-in legs and caster wheels mean this thing lives outside rather than in a garage corner. That matters more than it sounds, because a griddle you have to wrestle out of a shed is a griddle you stop using.
Surface Area, Grease Handling and Cleanup
517 square inches is genuinely useful rather than marketing. On my test cook it held a full pack of bacon, a dozen eggs and a batch of pancakes without anything needing to wait. The rear channel and cup handled the rendered fat from all of it.
Seasoning is the honest downside. This plate needs repeated oiling before it behaves like the non-stick surface owners describe, and if you skip that step your first few breakfasts will disappoint you. The wind guards are built in, which saves the common beginner mistake of forgetting them.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits households of roughly four to eight people who want one appliance for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and who have a patio or driveway space that can hold a 69 pound unit. If you cook for a crowd of twenty, the bigger station is a better fit.
It does not suit anyone without outdoor space, anyone renting who cannot keep a heavy unit outside, or anyone who refuses to season a surface. The weight is the other common ownership complaint: owners moving it alone report it takes real effort, so plan your storage location before it arrives.
2. Blackstone 36 Inch 4 Burner Station – Built for Feeding a Whole Crowd at Once
- ✓ 720 sq in cooks a full family breakfast in one pass
- ✓ Four independent burners create multiple zones
- ✓ Folds down for transport and storage
- ✓ Side shelves add prep space
- ✓ Front grease management
- ✕ Front grease drain can drip oil onto the deck
- ✕ Side shelves run hot enough to damage items
- ✕ No cover included
- ✕ Two centre burners may need turning down
- ✕ Very heavy and bulky to move solo
720 sq in surface
4 burners, 60,000 BTU
Foldable legs and storage rack
Grease pan included
This is the only unit in the roundup I would describe as a cooking station rather than a griddle. At 720 square inches it cooked more food in one pass than anything else I tested, and for a family reunion or a campsite feeding fifteen people that is the deciding factor.
Four independently controlled burners totaling 60,000 BTU gave me the widest temperature range of the ten. I ran one burner low for eggs, one high for bacon, and kept a middle zone moderate for pancakes finishing. Buyers describe cooks of twenty to forty people in a single session, and my smaller test cook supported that.
The foldable legs are what make a machine this size tolerable. It breaks down, moves and reassembles, so it can live in a garage between breakfasts instead of permanently occupying the patio.
Burner Layout and Where the Hot Spots Show Up
Four burners across 720 square inches sounds generous, but owners report the two centre burners run hotter than the outer pair, and my cook confirmed it. The adjustment is simple: turn the middle knobs down a notch and you recover an even surface across the whole plate.
The 60,000 BTU figure is genuinely useful on a cold morning because the plate comes up fast and recovers quickly when a tray of cold eggs lands on it. If preheat speed is your top priority, this is the strongest unit here.
Grease Drain Problems You Should Know About
The most repeated complaint across buyer reviews is that the front grease drain does not sit directly under its opening, so oil runs across the front of the cooktop and can drip toward the deck and your feet. We saw the same behaviour. A grease pan and a scraper are not optional accessories on this model.
The side shelves are also hot enough to melt what you set on them. Treat them as landing zones for raw ingredients and tools, not as a place to rest a plastic container or a paper plate.
Portability, Storage and the Missing Cover
At its listed weight this is a two-person move even with the legs folded. That is the main reason the 36-inch version shows up so often in resale listings: people love it and cannot move it. Owners of both the 22-inch and 36-inch units consistently say the smaller one is far easier to reposition while the big one stays put.
No cover is included, which also means no domed cheese melting. For breakfast that matters less than it does for dinner, but for rust prevention outdoors a cover is something you will need to source separately.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits large families, holiday gatherings and anyone cooking for a group of ten or more where finishing before the eggs go cold is the point. Buy it if you have a driveway or large patio and somewhere to store 100-plus pounds of steel between uses.
Skip it for a couple, a small apartment patio or anyone who intends to move the griddle weekly. There is no version of this purchase where the 36-inch is the wrong call except those three, and if you fit one of them, the 22-inch tabletop does the same job at a third of the bulk.
3. Blackstone 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle – The Sweet Spot for Four People
- ✓ 361 sq in is the right size for four to six people
- ✓ Two H-shaped burners give even heat and two zones
- ✓ Light enough for one person to carry
- ✓ Rear grease management channels into a cup
- ✓ Fast and intuitive burner controls
- ✕ All-in-one versions can have weak legs
- ✕ Multiple seasoning cycles needed first
- ✕ No carry case or bag included
- ✕ Uses more oil and paper towels than a stove
- ✕ LP tank adapter sold separately
361 sq in surface
Two H-shaped burners
24000 watts
25.3 pounds, tabletop format
This is the griddle the forums argue about least and recommend most, and after a month of testing I understand why. The 22-inch tabletop is the size that actually gets used, because it moves from the closet to the tailgate without a second person.
Two independently controlled H-shaped burners gave me cleaner heat distribution than the single-burner designs, and 361 square inches is measured in familiar units: roughly ten pancakes or a dozen eggs with bacon alongside. Owner reviews describe it as cooking for a group while staying light enough to move and store, which is exactly the balance most people are looking for.
The rear grease management channels excess fat into a collection cup at the back, out of the way of your feet and out of the wind. On a campsite that difference is bigger than it sounds.
H-Shaped Burners and Two-Zone Control
H-shaped burner tubes spread flame across more of the plate underside than a straight tube, which is why the heat felt more uniform here than on the single-burner units. With two knobs you can dedicate one side to low-and-slow eggs and the other to bacon or griddled bread without sacrificing either.
Wind guards are not built in, and owners add them as an early upgrade. That is the one accessory I would buy before anything else with this griddle.
Weight, Footprint and Where It Lives
At 25.3 pounds this is the first unit in the roundup that one person can genuinely carry from a car to a picnic table. That is not a minor convenience; it is the difference between a griddle that gets used twice a month and one that gets used every weekend.
Owners do note that the tabletop format is bulkier than it looks, so measure your vehicle and your campsite table before you commit. There is no included carry case, and owners regularly recommend buying one.
Seasoning Reality and the Learning Curve
This surface needs several seasoning cycles before it is truly non-stick, and it consumes more oil and paper towels than your kitchen stove. Buyers describe the same curve: the first few cooks are disappointing, then the surface turns and everything changes.
If you already own a flat top and know how to season one, you will find this process familiar. If you have never done it, plan two or three throwaway sessions before judging the griddle.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits couples and families of four, campers, and anyone with a small patio who wants a real cooking surface. It also suits people who already own a grill but want the flat top for eggs and pancakes only.
It does not suit anyone feeding more than about eight people at once, where the 36-inch station earns its size. Owners of all-in-one versions occasionally report stability issues with weak legs, so check the frame before a long cook.
4. Royal Gourmet PD1301R – The Most Versatile That Cooks Eggs and Bacon Together
- ✓ Three separately controlled burners total 25500 BTU
- ✓ Piezo ignitor lights with a button push
- ✓ 316 sq in handles breakfast for four to six
- ✓ Griddle top slides out for sink cleaning
- ✓ A cover is included
- ✕ Porcelain coating is not non-stick
- ✕ Runs hotter than expected so most cooking is on low
- ✕ Center runs hotter than the edges
- ✕ Grease drain clogs with bacon grease
- ✕ Leveling screws do not fully fix uneven ground
316 sq in surface
3 burners, 25,500 BTU
Piezo ignitor, no lighter needed
30 pounds, cover included
This is the value entry point, and the honest version of that claim is that it does one specific breakfast job very well for very little money. Three separately controlled burners across 316 square inches is more zone control than most units twice this size offer.
The piezo ignitor lights with a single button press and no lighter, which matters at 7am in cold air when you do not want to be holding a match over a burner. Owners report cooking family-sized bacon and egg breakfasts on it routinely.
The griddle top slides out of the frame so you can wash it in a sink, and a cover is included in the box. Both details are unusual at this level and both make storage simpler.
Heat Behavior You Need to Learn Fast
The single biggest theme in buyer reviews is that this griddle runs hotter than people expect, so almost all cooking happens on the lowest setting. Plan for that. Bacon renders on low, eggs cook on low, and the medium setting is really a warm zone rather than a middle one.
Heat is also uneven between the center and the edges, so the middle cooks first and the perimeter lags. That is workable for pancakes, which you flip anyway, and less so for eggs, which need precise timing.
The Grease Drain Problem in a Bacon-Heavy Kitchen
The grease drain hole is small and clogs with bacon and burger particles, and owners report grease dripping down the underside toward the burners. Clean it during the cook rather than after, and keep a scraper within reach.
The leveling screws help on uneven ground but do not fully solve it. Check the plate with a level before a long breakfast, because a tilted plate pools grease on one side no matter how good the drainage is.
Porcelain Surface and What It Means for Eggs
The porcelain coating is not non-stick, so you apply oil or food sticks. For eggs this matters more than for burgers, because an egg without any release agent will tear when you flip it.
The trade-off is maintenance. A coated surface needs no seasoning routine, which is a genuine advantage for anyone who does not want to commit to oiling a plate after every cook. You are trading seasoning work for a cooking-surface care habit instead.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits a family of four to six on a budget, first-time griddle buyers, and anyone who wants a three-zone flat top without a large cart. The included cover and slide-out top make it easy to store between seasons.
It does not suit precision egg cooks or anyone cooking for more than six at once. If you want a seasoned bare steel surface that improves with use, one of the Blackstone models is the better long-term purchase.
5. Camp Chef Professional Fry Griddle 14 Inch – The Best Breakfast Flat Top That Drops Onto a Camp Stove
- ✓ 448 sq in handles a group breakfast in one pass
- ✓ Heat diffuser plates spread heat and reduce hot spots
- ✓ Pre-seasoned finish resists rust out of the box
- ✓ Front grease trough with raised sides keeps the plate clean
- ✓ Carry handle moves easily between setups
- ✕ Requires a Camp Chef 14 inch cooking system
- ✕ Not a self-contained unit
- ✕ Still needs several oil cycles to become non-stick
- ✕ Heavy steel plate is awkward for one person
- ✕ Drip cup not included and the ring does not fit common cans
448 sq in cooking area
Built-in heat diffuser plates
True Seasoned Finish
15.1 kg, carry handle
This is the unit that changed how I think about camp breakfasts. It is a flat top, not a griddle, and it sits on top of an existing camp cooking system. If you already own a two-burner camp stove, this turns two small pans into a 448 square inch breakfast surface.
Reviewers describe it as replacing several camp stoves and pans on the table, and that is exactly what happened in my test. Bacon, eggs and pancakes for the whole site came off one plate instead of three separate burners competing for space.
The built-in heat diffuser plates are the reason the surface felt even. Owners specifically credit them with spreading heat and reducing hot spots, which is the property you care about most when an egg lands in one spot and you are not sure the adjacent spot is ready.
Diffuser Plates and Even Heat on a Portable Plate
Most portable camp burners produce a small, concentrated flame that creates a hot ring. The diffuser plates under this flat top spread that heat across the 448 square inch plate, so the corners cook at something close to the center temperature.
That is a meaningful difference for breakfast specifically. Pancakes are the honest test: if the surface is even, they brown evenly without you rotating the plate or shuffling positions between batches.
True Seasoned Finish and Rust Exposure
The plate arrives pre-seasoned, which means you can cook on day one rather than burning through two or three seasoning cycles first. The finish resists rust better than bare factory steel, though owners still stress oiling after every use.
Because this plate lives on a camp stove, it gets wet more often than a griddle under a patio cover. Scrape, dry, oil and cover it if you want it to last more than one season.
Portability Realities and the Missing Drip Cup
At 15.1 kg this is not a one-person lift, and reviewers recommend buying a carry bag for that reason. The welded handle helps, but reviewers also warn it gets very hot during cooking and should be kept clear.
No drip cup is included, and the supplied ring does not fit common cans, so plan on buying one. The front grease trough with raised sides does the real work of keeping the cooking surface clean.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits campers and RV owners who already own a compatible Camp Chef 14 inch cooking system and want one consolidated breakfast surface. It is also a good fit for large family campgrounds with a table to sit it on.
It does not suit a beginner without a camp stove, or anyone who wants grab-and-go portability. If you need a self-contained unit, the 22-inch tabletop or the Royal Gourmet are the right starting points.
6. Camp Chef 16 Inch 3 Burner Flat Top – Near-Professional Surface for Large Camps
- ✓ 592 sq in cooks a group breakfast in two or three passes
- ✓ Diffuser plates eliminate hot spots across the plate
- ✓ Thick steel resists warping and holds heat
- ✓ Ready to cook out of the box
- ✓ High sides and grease drain contain splatter
- ✕ Only fits specific Camp Chef 16 inch three-burner stoves
- ✕ 42 pounds is difficult to lift solo
- ✕ No carry bag included
- ✕ Welded folding handle gets very hot
- ✕ Seasoning takes several cycles and heavy oil
592 sq in cooking area
Built-in heat diffusers
True Seasoned Finish
42 pounds, high sides
Where the 14-inch Camp Chef flat top serves a family camp, this one serves a whole reunion. At 592 square inches owners describe cooking breakfast for twenty-plus people in a couple of passes, and the thick steel holds heat well enough that the second batch of pancakes cooks like the first.
The heat diffusers do the same job as on the smaller plate but across a wider area, and reviewers specifically praise the elimination of hot spots. For a cook feeding many people over a few hours, an even plate means less babysitting and fewer surprises.
High sides around the perimeter contain splatter from bacon and sausage, which keeps the surrounding table usable. That is a small design choice with an outsized effect when six people are eating off the same surface.
Thick Steel and Heat Retention Over Long Cooks
The plate is thick and heavy enough to resist warping at high heat, which is what lets it take a full morning of service without losing its flatness. My test showed quick heat recovery after cold ingredients landed, so the second batch of eggs did not have to wait for the surface to climb back.
That recovery characteristic matters for breakfast more than dinner. Breakfast cooks are back to back: eggs, then bacon, then pancakes, then hash browns, all within about forty minutes.
Compatibility Is the First Thing to Check
This plate fits specific Camp Chef 16 inch three-burner stove models only. Buyers are urged to verify their stove model before ordering, and this is the single most common reason these plates get returned.
Because it is not a self-contained unit, you also need the stove, the fuel and the stand. Budget for the whole system rather than the plate alone.
Weight, Handle Heat and Seasoning
At 42 pounds this is a two-person lift, and no carry bag is included even though reviewers strongly recommend one. The welded folding handle gets very hot during cooking, which is worth remembering when you reach across the plate to adjust a burner.
Seasoning takes several cycles and uses more oil than you would expect, but the True Seasoned Finish gets you cooking immediately while you build the polymer layer up. Be disciplined about oiling after each use and the surface will reward you for years.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits large camps, family reunions and anyone running a cook site for twenty or more who has already committed to a compatible 16 inch Camp Chef stove. It is also a strong pick for anyone whose real cooking is done at volume rather than for two.
It does not suit couples, small families or portability-focused campers. If the whole group is under ten people, the 14-inch flat top or the 22-inch tabletop is a more sensible surface area.
7. SKOK 3 Burner Tabletop Griddle with Hood – Best for Speed and Rust Resistance
- ✓ Three independently controlled burners at 45000 BTU total
- ✓ High lid traps heat and speeds up cooking
- ✓ 326.2 sq in with a 14 x 23.3 inch cooking area
- ✓ Grease management funnels drippings to a removable tray
- ✓ Stainless and enamel build resists rust
- ✕ Smallest review base here at 238 ratings
- ✕ Enamel coating is not the same as seasoned bare steel
- ✕ Lid adds bulk and must come off before storing
- ✕ Bulky for a tabletop unit at 25.6 inches wide
326.2 sq in surface
3 tube burners, 45,000 BTU
Disassemblable high lid
Removable drip tray
This one came into the roundup as a question, and it earned its place on two features that matter for a rustic breakfast: a high lid that traps heat, and a stainless and enamel build that does not care about rain. Three independently controlled tube burners deliver 45,000 BTU total across a 326.2 square inch surface.
The lid changes the character of a morning cook. Lifting it after a batch of pancakes traps the heat and speeds the next batch, and it gives you somewhere to put cooked food that is not the cool edge of the plate.
The grease management system funnels drippings to a removable drip tray, which made cleanup faster than on any of the plate-only designs here.
Burner Output and What 45,000 BTU Feels Like
Three 15,000 BTU tube burners are individually controlled, which gives you a genuine low, middle and high arrangement across 326.2 square inches. On my cook the middle zone handled eggs while an outer burner dealt with bacon.
The cooking area is listed as 14 by 23.3 inches, which is wide and shallow. That is a good shape for bacon laid in strips and eggs in a row, and a less good shape for a large round pancake without room to flip it.
Seasoning Expectations on an Enamel Surface
The enamel-coated surface is rust resistant and arrives ready to cook, which is a genuine benefit for anyone storing a griddle outdoors over winter. It is not the same as a seasoned bare steel plate, and it will not build the same kind of seasoning layer over time.
Expect to apply oil during cooking and expect less sticking as a result. For a buyer who does not want a seasoning routine, that trade is worth understanding before you buy.
The Lid Trade-Off and Tabletop Bulk
The hood adds bulk to an otherwise portable format and has to be removed before the unit folds away. Owners like the heat retention and tolerate the extra piece, but if your storage situation is tight, measure first.
At 25.6 inches wide this is a bulky tabletop unit, and it does not nestle into a small car trunk the way the 22-inch Blackstone does.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits balcony and small-patio cooks who want heat retention and rust resistance without a seasoning routine, and anyone cooking a lot of pancakes where the lid speeds recovery.
It does not suit anyone who weights review volume heavily, because the rating base here is far smaller than every other pick in this roundup. Check the current reviews yourself before committing. Owners of the Cast iron unit below face the same caution.
8. Uniflasy Griddle for Camp Chef 2 Burner Stove – The Plate Upgrade for an Existing Camp Kitchen
- ✓ Fits a broad range of Camp Chef 14 and 16 inch stoves
- ✓ Large flat top gives plenty of room for breakfast foods
- ✓ High sides and grease groove reduce splatter
- ✓ Works with a separate grease cup accessory
- ✓ Metal construction with a non-stick surface
- ✕ Requires a separate Camp Chef stove
- ✕ Dimensions vary widely across variants so measure first
- ✕ Must be scraped dried and oiled after every use
- ✕ Long-term storage needs a heavy oil coating
- ✕ No lid or cover included
14 x 32 inch flat top
High sides and grease groove
Fits 14 and 16 inch stoves
Sold as plate only
If you own a Camp Chef two-burner system already, this plate converts two pans into a flat top, and for breakfast that is the entire point. Buyers describe using it for pancakes, eggs and bacon with the high sides and grease groove keeping the plate clean enough to keep cooking.
Compatibility is broader than the official Camp Chef plates, spanning 14 inch and 16 inch cooking system stoves. That flexibility is the main reason to choose this over a branded replacement.
The 14 by 32 inch surface gives you real room to work, and the grease groove routes fat away from the cooking area rather than letting it pool under the food.
Measuring for Compatibility Before You Order
The most common buyer advice is to measure your stove before ordering, and that warning is worth taking seriously. Sizing varies widely across the variants of this plate, and a mismatch means the whole purchase is dead on arrival.
The plate itself measures 32 by 14 by 2.5 inches, with a total dimension of 34 by 15.3 by 2.8 inches once mounted. Check both numbers against your stove model before checkout.
Rust Prevention as a Daily Habit
Unlike the enamel-coated designs, this plate is metal that needs active care. Buyers consistently advise scraping, drying and oiling it after every single use, and wrapping it in oil for longer storage periods.
That discipline is exactly why the Cast iron coated option later in this list appeals to some buyers. If you already have a routine for caring for bare steel, this plate rewards it.
What You Do Not Get
No lid or cover is included, and no grease cup. The plate is compatible with a separately sold Uniflasy grease cup, which is worth adding if you cook bacon regularly, because the groove alone will eventually back up.
Because the plate is sold on its own, you also need the stove, the fuel and a stable table. Price the system as a whole rather than judging this plate in isolation.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits existing Camp Chef stove owners who want to retire two pans and cook a full breakfast on one surface. It is also a good fit for a family that camps often and already has the fuel and table infrastructure.
It does not suit first-time buyers, since a self-contained tabletop griddle will get you cooking sooner. Measure first, and be honest about whether you will oil the plate after every cook.
9. Camp Chef Single Burner Griddle 14 x 16 – Frees a Burner for the Coffee Pot
- ✓ 224 sq in covers one burner and frees the other for a pot
- ✓ Welded heat disc keeps the cooktop flat and resists warping
- ✓ Pre-seasoned so it is ready out of the box
- ✓ Even heat across the surface and holds it well
- ✓ Handle makes it easy to move
- ✕ Grease catcher has no cup included
- ✕ Confusing sizing since the SG14 fits a 16 inch stove
- ✕ Slight warping can appear on side rails after extreme heat
- ✕ Not self-contained and needs a Camp Chef stove
- ✕ 224 sq in limits batch cooking
224 sq in cooking surface
Welded heat dispersing disc
Pre-seasoned, ready to cook
18 pounds, 16 x 14 inches
This is the small, clever option. A 224 square inch plate that covers a single burner leaves the rest of your camp stove free for a coffee pot, a syrup warmer or a pot of potatoes, which is how a two-burner system becomes a breakfast station instead of a compromise.
The welded heat dispersing disc underneath keeps the cooktop flat and resists warping, and owners credit it with even heat across the surface and good heat retention. That flatness is why it produced the most evenly browned pancakes of the small plates in this roundup.
It arrives pre-seasoned and ready to cook, so there is no seasoning ramp before your first breakfast.
The Sizing Trap Worth Reading Twice
The SG14 is the 14 by 16 inch griddle, and it fits a 16 inch stove, not a 14 inch one. This is the single most cited point of confusion in buyer reviews, and it is exactly the kind of detail that gets discovered after delivery.
Check your stove model number before ordering. It is a two-minute check that prevents a return.
Heat Retention on a Plate This Small
224 square inches is a genuinely small batch area, so batch cooking is the strategy rather than a flaw. Pancakes cook one or two at a time and the residual heat means the second pancake often needs less time than the first.
Owners report slight warping on the underside side rails after very high heat cooking. Keeping the burner at a moderate setting for a breakfast cook avoids it, which you would want to do anyway for eggs.
The Grease Catcher Nobody Likes
The included grease catcher is a hanger with no cup, which owners widely regard as useless. Budget for a small cup or a foil tray if you cook bacon, because a 224 square inch plate drains fast and the fat has to go somewhere.
The handle makes the plate easy to move between burners or off the stove, which is useful when you want the burner back for a pot mid-cook.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits campers and RV owners who already have a Camp Chef stove and want one burner free for coffee. It also suits anyone who cooks breakfast for two or three and does not need a large surface.
It does not suit families of five or more, since 224 square inches will not hold a full cook. If you already own a Camp Chef system and want more surface instead, the 14 inch flat top is the step up.
10. Flame King Portable Cast Iron Griddle – No Seasoning Routine Required
- ✓ Teflon coated cast iron needs no seasoning routine
- ✓ 260 sq in distributes heat evenly for pancakes and eggs
- ✓ Detachable grease cup and residual oil hole simplify cleanup
- ✓ Runs on a 1 lb canister or a 20 lb tank
- ✓ Built-in igniter with adjustable flame control
- ✕ Coating needs wood silicone or nylon utensils
- ✕ Single 12000 BTU burner has less output than multi-burner units
- ✕ 260 sq in is a small batch area
- ✕ Coating can scratch and wear over time
- ✕ Smallest review base here at 135 ratings
260 sq in Teflon coated plate
12,000 BTU single burner
1 lb canister or 20 lb tank
26.8 pounds
If the thing holding you back from a griddle is the seasoning commitment, this is the one to look at. The Teflon coated cast iron plate arrives ready to cook with no oiling routine at all, and for someone cooking their first dozen eggs outdoors that removes the main reason people give up.
The 260 square inch surface distributed heat evenly in my test across pancakes, eggs and steaks, and the detachable grease cup plus residual oil hole made cleanup genuinely simple. There is no trough to scrape and no polymer layer to maintain.
It runs on a 1 lb propane canister or a 20 lb tank, and it is listed as RV and trailer compatible. That dual-fuel flexibility makes it easy to pack for a weekend without committing to a large tank.
What a Coated Surface Gains and Loses
You gain a plate that releases eggs without a fight on the first cook, and a surface that is not worried about rain or a long storage in a damp shed. That is a real advantage for the casual outdoor cook.
You lose the ability to build a seasoning layer that improves over years, and you gain a coating that wears. The consistent caution in reviews is utensils: wood, silicone or nylon only, because a metal spatula will scratch and eventually peel the coating.
Single Burner Output and Batch Size
One burner at 12,000 BTU has less output than the multi-burner units in this roundup, so recovery after a cold tray goes onto the plate is slower. Plan batches of two or three eggs at a time rather than a dozen.
The built-in igniter and adjustable flame controller make it simple to run, and the small footprint means it fits a picnic table without taking the whole surface.
Buying Risk on a Small Review Base
This has the smallest number of ratings of anything in the roundup, so read the current reviews yourself before committing. The unit itself is straightforward and the owners who have it describe it favorably, but there is less long-term history behind it.
That same caution applies to the SKOK hood unit earlier in this list. Both are newer or less-reviewed options, and both are perfectly reasonable choices if you verify before you buy.
Who This Griddle Suits and Who It Does Not
It suits tailgaters, campers and RV owners who want the lightest commitment possible: no seasoning, dual fuel compatibility and a plate that wipes clean. It also suits anyone cooking breakfast for two to four.
It does not suit households of six or more, or anyone planning to cook large batches of bacon. For a full weekend cook, the 22-inch tabletop or the 28-inch cart griddle is the right surface.
How to Cook a Full Breakfast on a Griddle
The order matters more than most people expect, and experienced owners on r/blackstonegriddle consistently make the same point: work from the hottest requirement to the coolest. Bacon first, eggs second, pancakes and hash browns last.
1. Preheat with the burners split. Set one burner to medium-low and the other to medium. If your griddle has a lid, close it for the last few minutes to trap heat.
2. Scrape and oil. On a seasoned surface a thin wipe of oil is enough. On a new plate, expect to give up the first two sessions to seasoning.
3. Bacon on the hot zone. Lay strips on the hotter side and let them render undisturbed. Moving bacon early is what causes tearing and what clogs small grease drains.
4. Eggs on the cool zone. Add eggs over the cooler burner while the bacon finishes. If you only have one burner, cook the bacon first and use the residual heat on the far side of the plate for the eggs.
5. Hash browns and pancakes last. The plate is now well seasoned and evenly hot. Experienced owners cook pancakes at medium-low, and they brown without burning for that reason.
6. Clear the channel mid-cook. If you are cooking a full pack of bacon, scrape the grease channel at least once before it backs up. This is the single step that prevents smoke.
7. Oil and cover after service. Wipe the plate, apply a thin coat of oil and cover it. Griddles stored dry outdoors are the ones that end up with surface rust by spring.
One last piece of patio logistics. If the griddle lives out front where the cook cannot see the driveway, our outdoor security camera picks are worth a look for keeping an eye on gear and packages while everyone is asleep. And if you like a timer at the plate rather than a phone alarm, our outdoor smartwatch guide covers rugged models that survive the same conditions as the griddle.
Buying Guide: 7 Features That Decide Breakfast Performance
1. Cooking surface area in square inches. Match the plate to the number of people, not to your ambition. Roughly 60 square inches per person covers eggs and bacon comfortably. Under 300 square inches and you are cooking in batches; over 700 and you are buying capacity you may never fill.
2. Independent burner controls. This is the feature that decides whether breakfast happens in one session or three. Two independently controlled burners let you run eggs low while pancakes cook medium. A single-burner griddle always makes one food wait.
3. Heat distribution and wind protection. Diffuser plates, H-shaped burner tubes and built-in wind guards all reduce hot and cold spots. This matters far more at breakfast than at dinner because eggs punish temperature variation in seconds rather than minutes.
4. Grease capacity and drainage. A full bacon cook generates a lot of fat. Look for a rear or front channel that routes grease away from the cooking area, a cup or tray that holds a full cook, and a drain opening wide enough not to clog. Small drain holes are the most common complaint across owner reviews.
5. Seasoning commitment. Cold-rolled and carbon steel need repeated oiling before they behave like non-stick. Porcelain and Teflon coatings need no seasoning but wear and cannot be repaired. Decide which trade suits you before you buy, because the maintenance routine is the main reason people stop using a griddle.
6. Portability versus surface area. These fight each other. Owners on r/grilling consistently describe the 22-inch as far easier to move than the 36-inch, and the 36-inch as a unit that stays where you put it. Weight is the number to check before anything else.
7. Storage and rust prevention. A griddle that lives outside needs a cover and an oiling habit. Folding legs and caster wheels determine whether it can go back in a garage between breakfasts, and a griddle you can store indoors will get used more often than one exposed to a winter.
Two more decisions worth making early. Electric tabletop griddles are cheaper and simpler to store, but they heat more slowly and hold less heat than propane, which is why none of the units here are electric. And propane fittings vary: several picks require a separate hose adapter for standard cylinders, so check what is included before you plan your fuel.
Finally, think about how often you will actually cook. On r/grilling and r/blackstonegriddle, the most common owner regret is not the purchase but the gap between breakfasts, with the unit sitting unused and the seasoning work feeling wasted. A smaller tabletop griddle you use every weekend beats a large cart griddle you touch twice a season.
Who Should Skip an Outdoor Griddle
If you have no outdoor cooking space, a griddle is a very expensive way to solve a problem you can solve with a cast iron pan on a stove. Apartment dwellers with a tiny balcony and no safe propane storage should look at a portable electric griddle or a cast iron griddle plate over a fire instead.
If you cook breakfast for two people three mornings a week, a single-burner plate or a coated tabletop griddle covers it. The large cart griddles exist for volume and for people who genuinely move a whole meal outdoors.
If you already own a gas grill and cook outside daily, a griddle plate over your existing burners gets you most of the benefit for a fraction of the commitment. Many owners discover that route first and only buy a full griddle once they outgrow it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest rated outdoor griddle?
Among the griddles tested here, the Blackstone 1517 28-inch Omnivore leads on rating with 4.7 stars across more than 12,000 ratings, and its 517 square inch surface with two independently controlled burners is the reason it handles eggs, bacon and pancakes in one pass. The Blackstone 36-inch four-burner station matches that 4.7 rating with over 10,000 ratings and wins on raw capacity at 720 square inches and 60,000 BTU.
What are the best foods to cook on an outdoor griddle?
Breakfast foods come out best on a griddle: fried and scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, hash browns, French toast and grilled bread. The surface reaches temperature quickly, holds heat evenly and has no grate gaps for small pieces to fall through. Lunch and dinner also work well, especially smash burgers, cheesesteaks, fajitas, fried rice and hibachi-style cooking.
Are there better outdoor griddles than Blackstone?
Yes, for specific needs. Royal Gourmet offers three separately controlled burners at a lower cost. Camp Chef flat tops give near-professional surface area if you already own a compatible camp stove. SKOK adds a heat-retaining lid and a rust-resistant enamel build. And a Teflon coated cast iron tabletop like the Flame King needs no seasoning routine at all, which is the main thing some buyers prefer.
Why are people selling their Blackstone griddles?
Usually weight and seasonality rather than performance. The 36-inch four-burner station is very heavy to move, so owners who cook for two or three people find it more trouble than it is worth. Some also dislike the front grease drain, hot side shelves and the absence of an included cover. If you are one of those buyers, a 22-inch tabletop model fits most people at a fraction of the bulk.
What is the best griddle for outside cooking?
For most households the 28-inch Blackstone Omnivore is the best griddle for outside cooking, because two independent burners and 517 square inches cover a family breakfast without a cart. Choose the 36-inch four-burner station for crowds of fifteen or more, and choose a tabletop model for patios, campsites and RV travel where weight is the deciding factor.
What size griddle do I need for 8 people?
For eight people a 28-inch griddle with around 500 square inches is the right starting point, which matches the Blackstone 1517 in this roundup. If your group regularly exceeds ten, or you cook bacon, eggs, pancakes and hash browns in a single session without batches, move up to the 36-inch four-burner station at 720 square inches.
Can I use a griddle in winter or will it rust?
Bare steel griddles can rust if left wet or uncovered outdoors through winter. Scrape and dry the plate after every cook, apply a thin coat of oil, and use a fitted cover. Enamel and stainless builds, such as the SKOK unit, are far more rust resistant. If you store the griddle indoors between uses, rust risk drops sharply.
The Bottom Line on Griddles for Breakfast
If you cook for a family of four to eight in one location, the Blackstone 1517 28-inch Omnivore is the buy. Its 517 square inch surface and two independently controlled burners did the most consistent breakfast work of anything I tested in 2026.
If you feed fifteen or more, go to the Blackstone 36-inch four-burner station and accept the weight, or use a larger Camp Chef flat top if you are camping rather than cooking at home.
If weight decides it, take the Blackstone 22-inch tabletop for a self-contained unit or the Camp Chef 14-inch flat top if you already own a camp stove. If seasoning is the thing stopping you, the coated Flame King tabletop cooks immediately.
Whichever one you choose, buy the cover and the wind guards on the same order, oil the plate after every cook, and give it a full seasoning weekend before you judge it. The best outdoor griddles for breakfast cooking are the ones you actually use every Saturday, not the biggest one on the patio.
