Royal Gourmet’s product line of grills includes both flat tops and traditional gas models, so it only makes sense that the company also offers a model that combines both into a single grill. Its 606 square inches of cooking surface are divided over the two surfaces. A pair of 12,000-BTU burners support each side, allowing the chef to create multiple cooking zones while also providing more than enough power for searching. The gas side of this grill features three burners that put out about 27,000 BTUs of power which gives quite a bit of temperature control. Between the gas and charcoal sides of the grill, it has about 800 square inches of cooking space available.
Many of these models also come with the added benefit of allowing you to smoke your favorite meats as well. This doesn’t mean poor performance, as the Char Broil offers fantastic gas and charcoal grilling. Its BTU power for its propane element sits at a very impressive 40,000 across 3 burners.
With its ability to function as both a gas grill or flat top, the Blackstone Tailgater is ideal for camping trips. Unlike other hybrid models that function both as propane and charcoal grills, this model offers more versatility with the type of foods you can cook with it. Use the flat top side to make eggs, pancakes, and bacon in the morning, then switch to the grill Grills Portable Grills side for chicken breasts, burgers, and steak in the evening. If you’re looking for a heavy-duty smoker and grill combo that’s perfect for outdoor cooking, the Captiva Designs Charcoal Grill with Offset Smoker is a great option. With its all-metal steel construction and ample cooking space, this smoker is built to last and can handle all your grilling needs.
The chef can cook using charcoal on one side and gas on the other side simultaneously. There are also dual-fuel grills that have a single cooking chamber that can support gas or charcoal, but not at the same time. While multiple cooking chambers add more functionality and versatility, they’re also significantly larger than those with a single cook box. If you are a pit master, your charcoal smoking skills must never be in doubt. But hybrid grills also ensure perfectly smoked foods, just because you can add flavored wood chips. On the charcoal grill is a three-position adjustable charcoal basket.
The Oklahoma Joe’s Charcoal LP is ideal if you want a grill and a smoker in one. As for the cooking surface, watch out for the total cooking space listed. A good example of a gas and charcoal grill combo that provides a good surface area for charcoal is the Char-Griller 5050. Another awesome Grills Portable Grills feature of the gas charcoal grill combo is the bottom shelf on this grill. You can stack your wood, charcoal, or even a cooler for your beverage of choice. Did you know that Char-Griller was the original inventor of the dual fuel grill and the 5050 Duo is the bestselling in its lineup?