Blackstone 22 Inch Griddle Review: Worth It for Dad?
A portable propane flat top with two heat zones, a hood and Blackstone's rear grease system. Diner breakfast in the backyard or at a tailgate, as long as he has outdoor space and a little patience for seasoning.
Yes, for a dad who cooks for a crowd at camp, at tailgates or on Saturday mornings. It cooks bacon, eggs and pancakes all at once across two heat zones, with up to 14 burgers on the top [1]. Skip it if he has no outdoor space; it is a propane cooker for outside only.
By Andrew Pataleta, GiftX founder · Updated October 28, 2026 · Sources
Specs at a glance
| Cooking surface | 22 inch griddle, 361 square inches [1] |
| Capacity | Up to 14 burgers [1] |
| Heat zones | Two, independently controlled [1] |
| Ignition | Push-and-turn Piezo [1] |
| Grease | Rear Grease Management system [1] |
| Extras | Integrated hood, non-slip feet [1] |
| Build | Stainless front plate, powder coated steel [1] |
| Weight | 37.5 pounds [1] |
Pros and cons
- Heavy for a tabletop unit at 37.5 pounds [1]
- The griddle top needs seasoning and care
- Outdoor use only
Breakfast for everyone at once
A grill grate drops eggs and onions into the fire. A griddle is a flat sheet of steel, so the whole diner breakfast fits on one surface: bacon on one side, pancakes on the other.
That is why griddles became the dad gift of the last few years. They turn cooking into a show everyone can stand around and watch.
It also travels. On a tabletop it fits a tailgate, a camp table or a beach trip, so the same breakfast that happens on the patio can happen at the lake.
Space, zones and grease
The listing gives a 22 inch top with 361 square inches of cooking space, enough for up to 14 burgers [1]. Two independently heated zones let him keep eggs gentle while bacon crisps, on the same top [1].
Grease and scraps get pushed to the back into Blackstone's Rear Grease Management system [1]. The integrated hood covers the top when it is not in use, non-slip feet hold it steady, and a push-and-turn Piezo starts it [1].
Weight, seasoning and space
Portable is relative. At 37.5 pounds, it travels by truck, not by hand across a long parking lot [1].
The steel top needs seasoning like a cast iron pan, and a light coat of oil after cooking keeps it from rusting outdoors. A dad who wants to cook and walk away may find that annoying.
It runs on propane and is built for outdoor use only. Without a patio, a deck or a tailgate, there is nowhere to use it.
Kitting it out for the first cook
Add a pair of griddle spatulas, a scraper and two squeeze bottles, and plan the first breakfast for Christmas week.
From the same guide, it pairs with the Lodge cast iron skillet for the dad who wants to cook everything outside, or with the Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Speaker for music at the tailgate.
FAQ
How many burgers fit on a Blackstone 22 inch griddle?
Up to 14 burgers, according to the listing, on 361 square inches of cooking space [1]. For a family breakfast that means bacon, eggs and a stack of pancakes at the same time, which is the main appeal over a small grill [1]
Can you use a Blackstone tabletop griddle at a campsite?
Yes. The listing describes it as compact and portable for camping, tailgates, picnics and the beach [1]. Bring it on a sturdy table, since it weighs 37.5 pounds, and pack a small propane bottle along with spatulas and a scraper [1]
Does a Blackstone griddle need seasoning?
Yes, the steel griddle top should be seasoned with thin coats of oil before the first cook and oiled lightly after each use. That builds a slick, rust-resistant surface over time. The integrated hood also helps by protecting the top when it is stored [1]
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Sources and how we checked
- Amazon.com listing for the Blackstone 1813 Original 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle with Hood
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