The Blackstone 36 Inch Outdoor Flat Top Gas Griddle (ASIN: B01E6V5S44) is the best-selling flat top griddle on Amazon.ca, priced at $449 CAD. With 720 square inches of cold-rolled steel cooking surface and four independently controlled burners, it's built for cooks who want to do more than grill.
| Surface | 720 sq in total cooking area |
| Burners | 4 H-shaped stainless burners, 15,000 BTU each |
| Total BTU | 60,000 BTU |
| Material | Cold-rolled steel griddle top |
| Ignition | Push-and-turn electronic ignition |
| Fuel | Propane (tank not included) |
| Legs | Folding legs for storage |
"I've cooked on this every weekend since I bought it. Smash burgers come out better than any restaurant I've been to, and cleanup is honestly faster than my old gas grill."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"Sunday morning pancakes and bacon for six people at the same time — this thing is a game changer. The even heat across the whole surface is impressive."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"Worth every penny. I seasoned it properly from day one and have had zero rust issues. Just keep it covered and oiled."
Source: Reddit
"The four zones let me run steak on screaming hot and veggies on medium at the same time. Nothing else I've cooked on can do that."
Source: Amazon reviewer
Rust appears quickly without proper care
Multiple buyers report surface rust forming within weeks if the griddle is left uncovered or not oiled after cooking. Cold-rolled steel demands consistent maintenance that some buyers don't expect from an outdoor appliance.
Source: Amazon reviewerGrease cup overflows easily
The rear grease management cup is small relative to the cooking surface area. During high-fat cooks like bacon for a crowd, it can overflow and create a mess or a flare-up hazard underneath.
Source: Amazon reviewerWind affects cooking temperature significantly
Without a lid or windscreen, breezy days noticeably reduce surface temperature and create uneven hot and cold zones. Several Reddit users recommend buying a windscreen accessory if you cook in an exposed area.
Source: RedditLegs can be wobbly on uneven ground
The folding leg design, while convenient for storage, does not level on anything other than a flat hard surface. On a deck with minor slope or patio pavers, the griddle can rock noticeably.
Source: Amazon reviewerThe Blackstone 36-inch is the go-to flat top griddle for outdoor cooking enthusiasts who want massive versatility and cooking capacity at a fair price. It excels at high-volume breakfast cooks, smash burgers, and anything that benefits from a flat surface — things a traditional grill simply cannot do. The steel surface maintenance is non-negotiable, so buyers who want a set-it-and-forget-it appliance should look elsewhere. For those willing to season and care for it, this griddle becomes the most-used piece of outdoor cooking equipment in the backyard.
