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Product Overview

  • Capitalize on cooking space with 3 independent burners to allow for maximum productivity
  • 3/4" thick polished steel griddle plate for ample heat retention and reduced recovery time
  • Durable stainless steel body withstands tough kitchen environments
  • Field convertible to liquid propane; orifices included
  • 90,000 BTU; 3/4" rear gas connection
Quality Rating:
UPC Code:400014112544

Avantco Chef Series CAG-36-MG 36" countertop gas griddle with manual controls adds easy compact convenience to your kitchen!

The unit is space efficient, designed specifically for your kitchen countertop and allows you to maximize every inch of work space. With (3) 30,000 BTU burners, it is ideal for cooking burgers, pancakes, or vegetable skewers, as each burner can be set to a different temperature.

  • 3/4" Gas Connection

    3/4" Gas Connection

    This unit comes with a 3/4" gas connection to be installed by a professional.

  • UL Classified EPH

    UL Classified EPH

    This product has been certified by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to meet applicable ANSI/NSF standards and / or other food equipment hygiene codes and requirements.

  • UL Listed, US & Canada

    UL Listed, US & Canada

    This product has been certified by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to meet applicable safety standards required for use in the United States and Canada.

  • Field Convertible (Gas)

    Field Convertible (Gas)

    This unit can be modified by a service technician to operate using either natural gas or liquid propane gas.

Steel Griddle Plate

For quality performance, the griddle surface is 3/4" thick, ensuring quick recovery and convenient heat retention.

Independent Controls

Operation is simple and intuitive, thanks to the 3 large, independent control knobs located on the front of the unit.

Easy-to-Clean

For quick and easy cleaning, this unit features a removable waste tray to collect food particles.

Countertop Design

With a countertop design, the unit is space efficient, leaving room in your kitchen for additional equipment, supplies, or work surface area. It also allows placement on top of existing work tables and chef bases, ensuring that your space is maximized to its full potential.

Field Convertible

Unlike other gas griddles that require liquid propane or natural gas, this unit ships ready for a natural gas connection, but can be converted to accept liquid propane. The unit uses a total 90,000 BTU for operation.

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Overall Dimensions:
Width:
36 Inches
Depth:
30 1/2 Inches
Height:
16 13/16 Inches
Cooking Surface Dimensions:
Cooking Surface Width:
36 Inches
Cooking Surface Depth:
19 5/8 Inches

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Attention CA Residents:

Attention CA Residents

WARNING: This product contains chemical substances relevant to CA AB1200. For more information about chemicals in this product, visitClark Associates' AB1200 disclosure page.

ADVERTENCIA: Este producto contiene sustancias químicas relevantes para CA AB1200. Para obtener más información sobre las sustancias químicas de este producto, visiteClark Associates' AB1200 página de divulgación.

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Customer Reviews

3.5

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

19 Customer Reviews

8 reviews rated this 5 out of 5 stars.

4 reviews rated this 4 out of 5 stars.

1 reviews rated this 3 out of 5 stars.

1 reviews rated this 2 out of 5 stars.

5 reviews rated this 1 out of 5 stars.

Customers Say

Customers appreciate the griddle's versatility and performance, particularly in commercial settings like food trucks. It supports both propane and natural gas, and is praised for its durability over years of use. Some users note challenges with temperature control and cleaning the surface. Opinions on quality and safety vary, with a few reports of parts melting or fire hazards.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Kevin B. from Barreto’S Street Grill

Posted on 06/27/2022

Verified Purchase

Size:
48"

I have been using this griddle 5 days a week for about 5 hours a day with no issues at all. For about a month now. It was easy to field convert it to lp gas . Keep in mind when looking at the dimensions when they measure from front to back of the unit they don’t include the 2 inch gas pipe sticking out the back. You’ll also add the regulator which is another inch so if your limited in space like I was you have have to buy some iron pipe elbows to divert the gas. I’m in a food trailer so my griddle table barley fit the unit . After all is said and done I love it,

5 out of 5 found this review helpful

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Sergio D.

Posted on 09/05/2023

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Size:
15"

This is an excellent product. You can use it with propane or natural gas

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Chai X.

Posted on 08/22/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
36"

I had this one on my food truck for a while now and it often catches fire. There's no protective metal sheet between the pan and the flame tube so when your scrap foods get a little high due to busy cooking, the food catches fire. I ended up putting an end to this unit today (8/22/2023) after three incident and go with a different unit. The risk is too high vs benefits. If you constantly clearing the pan underneath the unit then you might be okay. For our purpose, we clean it by the end of each shift and if we forgot to clear the fried rice stuff out then sometimes it's too late. I'm sure it works well for other folks, but I'll have to give it 1 star for our use.

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Thank you for your review, Chai! We are sorry this product has not worked well for you. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

David C.

Posted on 06/03/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
15"

excellent product

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Review by

Chris F.

Posted on 01/28/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
24"

Spend the money and get one with thermostatic controls, this gets the job done but you better have a way to read the surface temp so you can get it dialed in to your desired cooking temperature. Even once you do get it dialed in though it seems it will wander +/- 10 to 50 degrees. Otherwise great value for price.

1 out of 2 found this review helpful

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Rashid H. from Gyro Kitchen Express

Posted on 11/28/2022

Verified Purchase

Size:
36"

Avantco Chef Series CAG-36-MG 36" Countertop Gas Griddle with Manual Controls - 90,000 BTU - This is ideal griddle and well fit in my small kitchen.

1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Kelly G. from Kelly's Kitchen LLC

Posted on 05/01/2022

Verified Purchase

Size:
24"

We have used this 24" countertop griddle for 6 months now, and I am pretty happy with it. It heats pretty quickly and cooks our quesadillas and grilled cheese perfectly. People love them! My only complaints are that the pilot light is a little hard to reach and one of my staff lost the little metal rod the first day, but some long matches get the job done. My other complaint is that it is hard to get the surface clean and shiny ever since the first use. I've tried several products, but would love a recommendation on how to make this look cleaner. I recommend this product; good price for a good product.

1 out of 3 found this review helpful

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Miraldy D.

Posted on 09/01/2024

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Size:
36"

Super good quality

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Cynthia C.

Posted on 08/04/2024

Verified Purchase

Size:
36"

Save your money and get a more expensive one I’ve had this for a few months and the plastic in the front melted off the first day no control over temperature saving to buy a new unit now

Thank you for your review, Cynthia! We would like to gather more information about your experience with this griddle. A Customer Solutions Representative will contact you soon.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Kevin L.

Posted on 06/12/2024

Verified Purchase

Size:
15"

Shipped in a card board box.... Junk arrived in pieces. Utter Insanity

We appreciate your review, Kevin. Our Customer Solutions team has been in contact with you - if you have any further questions or concerns on this order, we are happy to assist!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Henry V.

Posted on 05/25/2024

Verified Purchase

Size:
15"

3 Years later still running strong with no issues. Would by again if needed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Jesus

Posted on 01/30/2024

Verified Purchase

Size:
48"

I have had this flat grill for about 2 years now and it has worked perfectly. Not a leak or anything wrong with it. Got it installed in my food truck and gets right to work with all the burners getting the griddle hot in about 10 mins or less.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Mohamed W.

Posted on 08/20/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
24"

Bad equipment and arrived damaged!! I am really upset. Go with a different option!

Thank you for your feedback! We are sorry your product was defective. Action has been taken to remedy this. Please reach out to our Customer Solutions team if you have any questions!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Robert M.

Posted on 08/18/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
48"

Nice griddle works well for our Food truck.

0 out of 1 found this review helpful

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Review by

Mario S.

Posted on 07/05/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
48"

Do not buy. Worked two times for me then it stopped. I had a professional replace new parts then it broke again.

We appreciate your review, Mario. We wish this product would have worked out for you. Our Customer Solutions team will remain in contact with you about this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Sylvester W.

Posted on 06/30/2023

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Size:
24"

Really good did what it needed to do.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Justen P.

Posted on 05/30/2023

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Size:
36"

Really easy to clean and maintain

0 out of 1 found this review helpful

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Review by

Frida's from Frida's The True Mexican

Posted on 04/19/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
60"

It comes with many defects do not recommend it

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Antoine S. from Smith's Gourmet Creations

Posted on 02/27/2023

Verified Purchase

Size:
24"

We purchased this grill a few months ago! It heats well and cooks our items consistently, but it’s very very hard to clean the grill surface. We’ve tried multiple grill cleaning items but to no avail.

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