Avantco P88SG Double Commercial Panini Sandwich Grill with Grooved Top and Smooth Bottom Plates - 18 3/16" x 9 1/16" Cooking Surface - 120V, 3500W

Keeping your Panini grill seasoned is an important step in maintaining the cast iron plates. Once you have received your Panini grill, it’s important to take the proper steps in caring for it before your first use. In order to protect the plates of your new grill during transportation, a layer of food-safe oil was coated on the surface prior to shipment. This oil is harmless, but must be removed before you begin to use.To remove, preheat the grill to 350 degrees f or until the oil liquifies. Next, carefully wipe away the melted oil with a clean, soft cloth and clean the surfaces with hot water and a mild dish detergent. Once the oil is removed and you have cleaned the surface, you are ready to season. Seasoning is important for any cast iron item used in the kitchen. It will keep your Panini grill from rusting and ensure a nice stick resistant surface. To season, preheat the grill to 400 degrees F. Once the preheat light turns off, place a small amount of oil in center of the grill. Using a soft dry cloth, spread the oil around covering the top and bottom of the grill. Let heat for 15min or until all oil has been burnished. Your grill may need to be reseasoned periodically due to heavy cleaning. Just follow those simple steps to ensure your grill stays rust free and stick resistant. Thanks for watching, and if you have any questions, please click on our live chat button.

Expand the menu in your restaurant with the help of a classic cuban sandwich! First, cut your loaf of cuban bread into 6” portions. Then cut those portions in half lengthwise. After that, spread a tablespoon of yellow mustard on both halves of your bread. Lay down two slices of swiss cheese on each, and add two slices of pickles to the bottom half. Top your pickles with 1/2 cup of roast pork and six slices of ham. Next, brush a thin layer of olive oil on the crust. Finally, toast your cuban sandwich in a panini maker (for just thirty seconds), and then you’re ready to serve! Cuban sandwiches are bound to bring in customers and boost your menu selection!

Create all of your signature hot sandwiches easily with one of our many commercial panini grills! These countertop powerhouses are becoming some of the most popular pieces of equipment in foodservice today. We have tons of options to choose from to suit your business. We offer both grooved and smooth plates, as well as units that combine both features, so you can decide whether you want grill marks on both sides, just one side, or not at all. Plus, you can choose between aluminum or cast iron plates. Aluminum heats up faster, making it good for occasional use, while cast iron is better at retaining heat, making it the ideal choice for prolonged use. We even have non-stick options that are easy to clean and naturally prevent food from sticking. Depending on how many and what kinds of sandwiches you grill per day, you may also want to consider one of our dual-plated models. These units double your productivity, allowing you to make two sandwiches at once at two different temperatures. You can even designate one side for vegetarian, and the other for meat, helping you cater to all of your valued customers. To help you choose the right option for your business, we've broken down our panini grills into medium- and heavy-duty applications. If you think you'll only need to use it occasionally throughout the day, a medium-duty unit might be the way to go. However, for filling constant orders throughout the day, a heavy-duty model will work best. Be sure to also check out our selection of turners and sandwich spreaders, as well as our grill cleaners and scrapers to get everything you need for your business.