A couple of people said that the grill doesn't get hot enough and the meat taste like it is boiled. Have other users had this problem also? You can't get a good sear on a steak if it doesn't get hot enough. Please comment.
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Electric grills do not get as hot as gas or charcoal grills. The don't claim to. Nor who a buyer who does the right homework expect them. I make heavy use of a George Foreman in a tropical rental environment. My guests have never complained. It works just fine.
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Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent... » Read More Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! « Show Less
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Others answered about the temps. This is a great grill. We are very happy with it. We cook steaks, ribs, burgers, hot dogs, just about anything on it and it cooks evenly. It comes with a cover and we have been covering ours when not using. It still looks nice.
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The sear burner is a burner with straight flames to sear(cook and seal) your meat. It gives you the grill marks and cooks the outsides of the meat then you move it to the regular burner to finish cooking. I can say that when it worked, it was great, but this grill has had a major problem of rusting out including burners, firebox, legs, casters, etc. Now...in all fairness, charbroil replaced all the rusted parts and it works again, but the grill only lasted a year and a half before being rusted out. My grill stays outside under my carport and with a cover. Its made too cheaply in my opinion because a grill shouldn't rust out in less than 2 years, esp when its cleaned and put up after each cleaning. Hope this helps.
1178169
I just got done cooking on mine, I,absolutely love that grill. And I cook mostly on high, then hot dogs, sausage links, and chicken on low to medium. Trust me you will enjoy it
379336
The food actually tastes grilled with a good hint of char. If you want full-blown charbroiled, try a yakitori grill. They have them on Amazon. The ones that last are expensive though. My wife has been using this for over a year and enjoys grilling on it. She just used it a few nights ago and still loves it. I noticed she is sensible in using the grill, always being mindful of the instructions. I enjoy watching her grill skewers and steak. The food always turns out great with no left overs... especially when she cooks with BBQ sauce. She uses it for steaks, shrimp, vegetables, anything on skewers, chicken and pork chops... The food actually tastes grilled with a good hint of char. If you want full-blown charbroiled, try a yakitori grill. They have them on Amazon. The ones that last are expensive though. My wife has been using this for over a year and enjoys grilling on it. She just used it a few nights ago and still loves it. I noticed she is sensible in using the grill, always being mindful of the instructions. I enjoy watching her grill skewers and steak. The food always turns out great with no left overs... especially when she cooks with BBQ sauce. She uses it for steaks, shrimp, vegetables, anything on... » Read More The food actually tastes grilled with a good hint of char. If you want full-blown charbroiled, try a yakitori grill. They have them on Amazon. The ones that last are expensive though. My wife has been using this for over a year and enjoys grilling on it. She just used it a few nights ago and still loves it. I noticed she is sensible in using the grill, always being mindful of the instructions. I enjoy watching her grill skewers and steak. The food always turns out great with no left overs... especially when she cooks with BBQ sauce. She uses it for steaks, shrimp, vegetables, anything on skewers, chicken and pork chops... « Show Less
2254366
I have owned mine for almost a year and so far it works like a charm. I'm sorry I cannot offer any insight, similar issue or help. Have you contacted Weber Grills to explain your grill issue?
1965812
I don't have that (the sear burner) but I have seared several steaks right on the grill with no problems at all. I let the grill heat up and put the steak right on it, they come out great.
373224
I've had two of these grills and same thing happened to both. (once the top and once the bottom stopped heating up...) It couldn't be fixed.....Love this grill except for that reason...I'm moving on to something different unfortunately...
62080
I've never cooked steak on mine, but the smoke would escape from the sides. It doesn't seal all the way around like when you have a cover on a grill...it is open on the sides, and the top plate and bottom plate are what gets hot and cooks the meat.
888435
With all burners on including the sear burner, my grill preheats to over 700 degrees. I have no problem getting a great sear on my steaks. I have the propane version which does get a bit hotter than the NG version so I am told. Not sure what the temp difference would be after a preheat in NG mode.
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I find you REALLY have to git 'er done and get the cover closed to maintain heat. I have only used the highest setting so far, and even then the temp will drop if you dawdle just a little bit. However, the flavor is good when you surround the edge of the grate with some wood chips. If you're going to do steak, make sure it's thick. I've done amazing pork tenderloin, ribeyes, filet mignon, fish, chicken...but you have to be strategic with the temperature drop.
1293052
I haven't grilled any burgers or steaks, but have grilled vegetables after smoking meat. Because the flames are farther from the grill, it takes a bit longer, but if you starter when the fire is first going, it should grill very well. My fire was 3 hours old when I grilled the veggies. I love the cooker.
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This is a great BBQ, I cook everything on this BBQ. I have purchased a second grill. I love it cooks everything very well.Ribs, steak, flap steaks. Tri tips baked potatoes, corn onthe cob, fish. Just everything. Good luck and enjoy:-)
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The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner while I am cooking steaks.Good luck!Gh for you The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner... » Read More The heat output of the newer design from Weber really puts a lot more than the older generations. I have the NG model with the sear burner between the two left burners. This gives a lot of heat concentrated on this area.In other words, the searing power is more than adequate. If you check the models that run on a propane will put out even more heat, if the NG model is not hot enough for youIf you have an older weber genesis , you will be pleased with the new ones performance. Get the one with the sear (4th) burner. I can even make a small batch of fries with the side burner while I am cooking steaks.Good luck!Gh for you « Show Less
141352
I've not had this problem with mine and I've had it for awhile now. I've found it to be a good, high quality item. That said, I don't cook anything higher than medium heat.
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The unit has a lot of temperature control. You can get the grill hot enough to sear steaks or low enough to cook the well. I have not experienced blackening like you get with charcoal. The wife wants hers well and I want mine seared but rare. Because of the way this unit is designed, most of the grease drips down into a drip pan bellow the burners which reduces the amount of smoke that blackens the steaks. Hope this helps.