Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler




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Love this unit. We bought a second one for our son and his wife. For the first few weeks all of their meals were prepared on the Griddler. It does a steak to medium well in 10 minutes and tastes like it was done on the outdoor grill.


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handle broke immediately. griddle plates don't heat up evenly. panini press works pretty well, but outside gets really hot.


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Great for sandwiches, quesadillas, etc. -- but when I try to cook burgers or steak on the Griddler, the grease stays put on the grill plates, burns, and sets off the smoke alarm every single time. Ugh! I wish there were some sort of tilt, like with the George Foreman grills, for better grease drainage.


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update to my last review,there should be a switch,to turn off the upper plate so one can use just the bottom plate,showing such,with an indicator light!!!,the rear feet have no adjustmant to tilt the unit so grease flows to the front not to the back,


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I live in a small apartment with no outdoor access, so I was in the market for an indoor grill. This grill performs well for grilling, allowing for the largest grilling surface area for the money. The grill makes beautiful panini as well!


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I've had the Cuisinart Griddler for about 2 years now and I love it now as much as I did when I first bought it.

Like many other people who first get a contact grill, I went into a grilled sandwich making frenzy for the first two weeks. I still love them, but now I also use the Griddler for delicious turkey burgers, grilled chicken breasts, pancakes, steaks, grilled vegetables and many other uses. The double-sided cooking surface makes griddling impressively fast.

I live in a relatively small "city" apartment and counter space is at a premium. Fortunately, the Griddler is easy to store (mine sits on its side, and takes a minimum of space). I do find that when I bring it out, I use it for many days in a row, each time thinking about what I'll cook next. After it cools, I just snap off the plates, quickly clean them in the sink (the non-stick surface makes it especially easy) put them back on the Griddler and I'm ready for the next meal.

Attractive, powerful, easy-to-clean and offering many different uses, I highly recommend this wonderful product.


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I love this griddler. I bought it to replace a big George Forman that had two griling areas with separate temperature controls, nice, BUT clean-up was a nightmare.
I counted on Cuisinart to deliver a quality product and have not been disappointed. I use it several times a week, in fact, I even it brought it along to my father's to cook swordfish steaks for him, rather than use his gas grill! It is small enough to be portable, big enough to cook food for four and fast enough to cook for a crowd. I have done burgers on it, panini, all types of fish and seafood, and just love using it to grill vegetables. Easy to keep clean. I do not put the grids in the dishwasher though, I've found it better to do them by hand.


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I love my griddler so much that I use it at least 4 times per week. However, in less than 2 weeks of purchasing the products the letters of the knobs dissapeared when I cleaned it. I didn't use abrasive cleaners or anything like that, just a regular kitchen cleaner. Also, if the juices flow over the grill they get stuck behind the knobs and there is no way to clean behind them to get all the dirt out. Besides that it is the best indoor grill I have had in years.(This one is my 4th grill). It cooks absolutely fast, keeps the moisture in, and can sear perfectly.




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Makes panini and toasted cheese sandwiches: perfect. Grills hamburger: perfect. Easy to clean in dishwasher. Not complicated, once you realize there is a difference between the grill and griddle.


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I researched many other CONTACT GRILLS online & in speaking with owners. NO-ONE was completely satisfied with this line of cookery EXCEPT owners of the CUISINART GR-4 GRIDLER. After using it I can see why. The one that DRAINS THE FAT AWAY doesn't do as good a job as the CUISINART GR-4 GRIDLER. Many people are still using the CUISINART GRIDLER that they originally purchased. Users of most of the others tell me that their units last 2 or 3 years tops! Cleaning it is far easier than I thought. I found that after removing the GRILL PLATES if I spray hot water on them, they come clean!!!!!!! The grill comes with a 3 year warranty. Operation is extremely easy!!!!!!!!!!!! For just my wife & I, it doesn't make sense to cook everything on the ELECTRIC RANGE when the CUISINART GR-4 GRIDLER will do much of it quicker using much less electricity.


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I seldom buy gadget-y appliances, but received this as a gift and am still in love with it a year later. I use it at least twice a week for panini, burgers, fish fillets, pancakes (on the griddle side) - it looks good on the counter top too. It is easy to clean and even with frequent use for over a year, the nonstick surface still keeps everything, even fish, from sticking. It preheats very quickly and because you can cook your burgers, etc on both sides at the same time, it cooks very quickly - actually, watch out because it cooks so fast that things can get overdone before you know it.


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This griddler is everything we hoped it would be! We love using it -- easy to grill hamburgers, make paninis, etc. and -- very easy to clean!


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I am an infomercial jumkie with a wide array of indivudal griddles, Joe Foreman Grills, Showtime Rotisserie, Flavorwave cooker, microwave, and deep fryer. I now have the Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler. At first, my biggest problem was where to find the counter space to keep it.

We used it for the first couple of days and decided to get rid of the Joe Foreman stuff. Cleaning the plates for the Griddler is super easy. Sometimes I put put a lot of junk (spices, sauces, etc.) on the cheap cuts of meat and then worried if it would clean up between the grill ridges. No problem. Scrapes out almost completely and the dishwasher does the rest. The Foreman Grills, well, they will go to an in-law.

I have used this product for grilling steaks, chops, chicken, hamburgers and hot dogs. The biggest problem is that my wife likes everything well-done and I like mine medium-well. The Flavorwave cooked items fast, but the Griddler is so fast that I have yet to learn just how short of time I need for the meats when using the "sear" feature. It is well done before I can complete a side dish.

This unit has done as well on frozen food as it has on sandwiches! So I have tossed the sandwich maker/griddle and the "pocket maker". The Flavorwave now sits on shelf with the Showtime Rotiserrie waiting for the special occassion when they are needed.

The griddle section works well for breakfast foods and has enough room to feed the three of us. Not sure you can do for more without additional cooking. If you want waffles, the Griddler won't help. You're stuck with another appliance or you have to develop a taste for the frozen waffles.

I have only had the unit for about six weeks so I haven't tried the panini method yet.

I no longer have a big need for the deep fryer as the vegetables on the grill portion come out so good. I do use our oven for the french fries but if you crave that oil taste, keep your fryer handy.

The microwave still is used ... reheating the coffee or a frozen TV dinner-style meal.

I certainly recommend this unit. Easy to clean. Folds up to a small unit on the kitchen counter. Cooks fast (too fast?). It is multitasking. The controls are easy to use. Lights on the controls tell you when it has reached the temperature you set. Everything you might need in today's lifestyle. It is a great product.


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Having done my research on grills/griddles before purchasing this item, I really thought that this was the clear winner. It arrived in no time and I was ready to grill, it heats up quickly, and I highly recommend following the cooking recommendations since it is very easy to overcook your food with this unit. I have a few complaints, first off the lip on the surface is not very high and fat and grease, or moisture of any sort bubble and splash all over the counter from all sides of the unit, secondly the unit is not on a slant so the fat just sits around your food and kind of marinates the now lean meat in fat. To try and solve this problem, I rest the back feet on a cutting board, but the liquid seems to just spill over the front of the unit rather than into the receptacle off to one side. After a few uses I have gotten the settings down apt and food cooks evenly and quickly, clean up is a breeze with the removable plates, if the lips was just a bit larger and if the unit was angled for proper fat run-off you'd have a real winner. I am pretty neutral on the item, it works but makes a mess and is a little inconvenient.


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This is the best grill I ever had and I owened about 4 of this type.
It will do any thing you want it to do. From grill to fry anything.
Thanks for making a GOOD ONE.


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The plates get nice and hot. I have seared tuna and salmon on the griddler and it makes nice grill marks. The plates are easy to remove and replace. I have been putting them in the dishwasher, they come out clean. I like the square shape and the way stainless steel looks on the counter. So far I only made one sandwich on it. The bread came out toasty.


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I purchased the griddler as a Christmas (2006) present for my husband. Initially, he was thrilled. It worked better than we had anticipated. Our love affair with the griddler, however, was EXTREMELY short lived. By late January, it had begun to "act up." It would occasionally and unpredictably turn itself off. Not long after that, the griddler began shutting itself off every time the temperature was turned above "warm." Though I was shocked at how quickly the item broke, I was still optimistic. After all, "lemons" happen from time to time. I emailed Cuisinart asking what I needed to do to make a claim on the warranty. TWO WEEKS LATER, I received a response telling me to call or email with the model and serial number of the bottom of the unit. Given that their initial email response took so long, I called and was left on hold for over 30 minutes. When I finally reached a surly customer service representative, she informed me that they would send me a new unit for $10. I asked why I had to pay $10 when their unit was defective and was informed that it was a limited warranty. She told me that I should have read the warranty before purchasing the unit. I was further instructed to package the unit up with my contact info and a claim number the representative provided me. After they receive the unit and payment, they will send a replacement. Apparently, there was no way to tell me how long this might take. This experience has ensured that I will never purchase a Cuisinart product again and I thought I'd let others know about my experience in case they too do not like defective products and terrible customer service.


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The griddle cooks well. Temperature control works as it should.

Only complaint is that it tends to slide around rather easily
on the counter.

Panini function is excellent.


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This has worked well for us at least a year.

Yes grilling outside is better but this can be very nice.

It seems to get as hot as I want at the highest but it still isn't quite a grill -- besides you don't want the super high temperature cooking inside unless you have very very good ventilation.

The absolute best thing is that the grill plates detach instantly once cold, and they go right into the dishwasher! If you cook a steak or something at a very high temperature (or for a very long time) you might need to soak and lightly scrub for a minute or two before popping them in the dishwasher but if you do chicken breast or sandwiches, the grills are going to clean up perfectly without a hand wash.

Sturdy materials -- good craftsmanship. The cord is never long enough (I think for safety reasons) and the cord doesn't have a super easy wrap and forget in the back but it is close.

Grilled cheese sandwiches are great just as panini.

I haven't seen anything out there yet that beats this brand and model.








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I purchased the Griddler about a month ago, after a friend bought a panini maker and recommended one. I researched as I always do, and since the griddler got good reviews and even though I wasn't sure I'd use the grill feature, it was nice to have, "just in case". Anyway, I made a few sandwiches and they turned out well. (My teenage boys are also more inclined to fix their own quick sandwich when they can use this appliance.) Since then, I've made pancakes and grilled cheese on the griddle and cooked brats, chicken breast and pork chops on the grill. In fact, my husband said the pork chops were probably the best I've ever fixed. The grill cooks without drying out the meat like my outdoor gas grill does. The brats I fixed were juicy, as well.

The reason I didn't rate this product a 5 was because the heating element can sometimes cook a little unevenly, but since I know that now, I just turn things occasionally - it's not a problem.

The griddler cleans up easily - I hand wash if I have other things to wash as well, hoping to keep the non-stick surface nice longer. If not, I just put it in the dishwasher. Overall, I am extremely pleased with my purchase, and am really using it for more purposes than originally thought. (I plan to try fish tonight!)


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Functional enough, and it looks good, but it is so hard to clean. I liked my foreman grill better.


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One of the things I like about buying at Amazon is a chance to see reviews before making a purchase. This panini griddle had excellent reviews. I was about to replace a Krups panini griddle which had very poor reviews. While my Krups also failed out-of-the-blue, unlike for some other folks, my Krups had served me well a couple of years. I replaced it with the Cuisinart GR-Griddler because of reviews. It is attractive in that retro cool way. But, I found it slow to heat up, uneven in heat, cooled down too much with the introduction of two thick sandwiches (I use it as a panini grill), and the lid took some manually adjusting to get it to press evenly on the sandwiches. I was disappointed overall. I moved this machine to our guest house, and once again returned to the Krups. I like the uniform heat, the way the lid adjusts easily to the sandwiches, you just plug it in and unplug it -- simple, but I like the way it works.


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When we purchased our Griddler about a year ago there seemed to be only a few reveiws, some glowing, some not so. The complaints were mostly the splattering when grilling something thick, well I can tell you that there is some but this is grilling and ther is much less clean-up than when I use our cast iron grill on the stove. Grilling is much faster since your cooking both sides at once, so you need to watch carefully to keep from over doing it. The top is pivots when grilling to keep it parallel with the food. Griddling is a dream come true. The surfaces are very flat and spread the heat evenly.
Now those minor issues.
The soft plastic feet on the bottom slide to easily on a laminated counter when the is the slightest amount of grease.
You need to take some care when setting up the griddle to make sure the top ends up level.
It would be very nice to also have waffle irons.
The biggest flaw is that the ball catch that is supposed to hold the top and keep it from pivoting is not strong enough to work. This is the only thing that kept me from awarding 5 stars.


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I like it but I find it incredibly hard to clean. Everything sticks to the plates and have to be soaked for hours to get them clean without messing up the "nonstick" surface


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I like the way you can use it as a panni grill, or an open grill. I had read reviews that the grease cups were too small, haven't found that to be a problem, at all. I did a great flank steak on the grill and it was delicious. I like the fact that every part cleans easily.


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I purchased the Cuisinart Griddler after getting tired of trying to clean our other grill (George Foreman) without removable plates. It was always a chore & difficult to try to get the grill clean. After receiving the Cuisinart we made our first meal & it was so much easier. When we were finished eating we removed the grill plates, just pop them out, & put them in the sink with soapy water. They washed up nice & clean, all the way clean, & then when dry popped them back in. Love the fact that the top flips open to double the grill size & the griddle plates that can be interchanged to cook things like pancakes & other items you don't want to press between two plates. It's also nice to have adjustable temperature control for items that don't need to be on high. The size it just about right for our family of 3 but if you needed to cook for more it's quick enough to cook additional right after the first batch. I would have liked it to be a little bigger but it is sufficient & takes up only a small amount of space on the counter. Love this grill! I would definitely recommend.


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We have used the Griddler to make different foods and they have all turned out beautifully. We have experimented with different marinades and the flavors have all been locked-in wonderfully. It has been a lot of fun to use. Clean-up is very easy. It is our favorite kitchen utensil.


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I love good kitchen appliances--my Kitchen Aid mixer and food processor held top spots for being nearly perfect. This grill is now #1! My sister-in-law in Ireland bought it here on amazon and had it sent for Christmas, and we use it nearly every day. Really. Trying to cook healthier? It's really really actually nonstick so you only need to use a bit of olive oil or butter brushed on bread or veggies for flavour and then grill away. We've put everything in or on it--steaks, paninis, grilled cheese, veggies, pancakes--everything, and it all comes out perfectly. The plates are very easy to remove and need just a light rub with soap under hot water to clean. To open the grill and use it flat, there is one button on the side of the handle et voila! flat griddle. Best, and most important of all: The thermostat is dead accurate, holds VERY steady heat and recovers quickly between batches of sandwiches/pancakes/whatever. It's steady, easy to maneuver, and has a very tidy little counterspace footprint.


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Simply put : I am a small appliance junkie. Usually I am disappointed, but that has not stopped my pursuit. The Griddler is the most awesome appliance ever. I use it every freakin day. other family members use it all the time. its easy and it does what it is supposed to do. It has even heating. It is easier to clean than any other grill out there. After having it for over a year, I'd gladly pay $400 to replace it.


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I will be brief:
It does make good sandwiches
1. The lettering on the unit has rubbed off in less than 45 days. The temperature and setting print have completely rubbed off.
2. The plates are rusting and do not get clean unless scrubbed. Placed in the dishwasher and even after drying, rust spots appear.
4. The handle is not protected and you get burns from accidently touching it.
5. the grease elimnators (cups) do not catch all the grease.
6. Finally, there is no stopping the grease from dropping behind the unit when you raise the lid to remove the items.

I know returns are not possible but am thoroughly dissatisfied.




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I absolutely love this product. I read the reviews before I bought and had some worries and concerns, but all those went away when I used the product. I've only had it for a few weeks, but I use it a lot and love the fact that you can put the plates in the dishwasher. I just can't say enough good things about this product.


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I've owned the George Foreman grill for a long time now and been happy with it. Until I bought this.
I love this grill. The plates are so easy to clean and they come off to toss in the dishwasher if you choose. The variable temperature controls and panini options are wonderful. I've used this grill almost every day since I bought it around Christmas '06.


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I bought this for my fiance for his b-day and he absolutely loves it. It is very easy to clean, and the different grilling attachments come out nicely. We made grilled bbq chicken on it, and it came out very tender and juicy! Wish all my appliances were this user friendly.


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Sorry, I read all the great reviews and I do not agree. I loved it when I first got it. After having one for a couple months I learned to hate it. The temperature was up and down,the plates were too small. I just wasn't happy with the performance.


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This is the most versatile kitchen appliance that I own. This is my 5th one that I have purchased, 2 were gifts, 1 at home, 1 in our RV, 1 at the farm. Could not cook with out it.


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This is the best purchase I've made in quite some time. It is fast, easy to use and cleans up with no effort. We've used it for paninis, french toast, pancakes, grilled cheese and for grilling steaks indoors. The grease cups are simple but effective - and dishwasher safe, as are the two types of plates. I haven't found a place to store it yet, but it hasn't been an issue, since we keep using it!


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I have had this for 2 months at it really is a very good griddle. I have used it to cook breakfast (eggs, bacon, and pancakes), hamburgers, sandwiches and even steak. It heats and cooks really well. You just get used to the different temp settings. Cleaning is not as easy as taking the griddles off and putting them in the dishwasher. Sometimes you have to pre-clean them.


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we love this. the only thing that we found wrong was the fact that the temurature # and setting # are coming off the dials,and we have guess where we are. Maybe the setting could be etched rather that written with something comperable to magic marker. Other that that we use this at least 3x weekely and are toatlly satisfied with the product. Strongly recommed


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Pros.....................................Cons

Cusinart quality....................Doesn't get hot enough, say, to grill well a medium-thickness steak

Great functionality................Splatters all around itelf, leving a lot to clean up off the counter

Better than other, similar
products

Attractive design

Easy to use

Compact, but adequately large when folded out


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Having read all the reviews on this product that I can find, I believe the following problems that I have experienced with the upper half of the Griddler is the first to be documented. The problem only occurs when the upper grill plate is laid out flat (ie. bacon, pancakes, etc.). To keep the top grill stable and flat when open, the design depends on two pins (one on each side of the upper grill) to fit into preformed cups in the handle as it rotates into place. These pins should bottom out in the preformed cups. The problem is that the pins are slightly smaller than needed and don't bottom out. Under use when a slight bit of pressure (ie. flipping pancakes, turning bacon, etc. ) is applied to the outside edge of the upper grill, it can unexpectedly drop down almost a half inch (until the small pins bottom out), thus dumping any liquid (ie. bacon fat) over the top edge of the grill. I solved my problem by wrapping one of the pins with a metal baggie tie. Otherwise the product is Excellent, surpassing my expectations. It uses 11 of 30 amps in my motor home so it often cooks an entire meal without any strain on my services. And boy is it fast. I am almost finished eating by the time the oven toaster it replaced would have warmed up. Cleanup is fantastic --grill plates fit my small sink depressions with room left over. (See "Ideal" and "Actual" photographs).


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I'm a "foodie" that is very particular about the method (and madness) of food selection, prep, and taste. I prefer to grill certain foods over fire (and I'm a purist... I don't mean "gas"!) As a busy working mom & wife, sometimes I don't want to bother with the extra effort for healthy, grilled foods on my outside grill. Cold weather sure doesn't help that, either.

I had a G. Foreman grill years ago. It was... okay. I wasn't sad, though, when I threw the sucker away once the cooking surface degraded past my liking. (That thing was such a pain to clean!) The Cuisinart Griddler is awesome! (Worlds apart in my book from the George Foreman I know of.) I'd give this 4.75 stars; hard to say 5 all the way because no indoor grill is perfect to me.

It still has caveats like any indoor grill, but if you properly season the food so it doesn't taste bland (particularly meat), it's unbelievably great!!! The cooking surface is removable and dishwasher safe!!! We've used it for chicken breasts, quesadillas, hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks so far. Plan to do a panini soon...

I really used the reviews a lot when I researched indoor grills, so I hope this info can be helpful to someone else. Worth the money and would buy it again.


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My husband doen't like it,but it is just fine for what I cook with it. Clean up is not as easy as they say.


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I have cooked everything from steak, eggs and bacon to pannini with excellent results. Would recommend hightly.


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Great product for pannini's, grilled cheese or anything you'd make in a fry pan- even steak. Clean up is easy because of the removeable plates. Had the 'other' brand grill and I threw it out because I love this one so much. Adjustable temp. controls and turn on/off ability is also a big plus when comparing to the other grill.


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I have owned one of these units for anout 9 months. During that time I have primarily used it as a closed grill for steaks, pork chops, burgers, and pannini. It has worked very well and is easy to clean because of the removable grill plates with a nonstick surface. I have been happy with it and now that we live in a condo that does not allow the use of outside grills, I use it more frequently.
I recently had a problem with the unit. I put a steak in it and for some reason decided to "help" it make contact with the steak by pressing down on the handle. I didn't think much of this as it is advertised as a "press". I was alarmed when I heard a loud POP and watched a blue flame shoot out the right side of the unit. In the process I operated a circuit breaker. In subsequent testing I found that the top plate no longer heated up indicating a likely open circuit due to the short circuit that I created by pressing down too hard.
Afterwards, I reread the operating manual. It mentions that, when making pannini, one should press down "lightly" on the handle. I certainly must have exceeded lightly when I damaged the unit. Because there is no warning in the operating instructions about this, I suggest this to be a possible defect and safety hazard, especially as the subjective instruction to press down lightly means different things to different people. Obviously, I am in the heavy-handed category.
I have since purchased another unit because it is otherwise well-conceived and functional. One could probably design the unit with more protection against a heavy press. I will be much more cautious in the future.
Other minor issues are that the nonstick coating is not as slick nor as robust as it might be. After 15 or 20 cleanings, I noticed some metal peeking through and cooking residue does not always just float away without some rubbing. The top plate is a little tricky to put back in as gravity fights against you when the lid is in the open position. If you open the lid all the way to a flat position, it is easier. The top and bottom plates are labeled as such but the label is embossed in the metal plate and you have to look closely to see it. The top and bottom plates are not interchangeable. The lid is hinged so that it can adjust to the thickness of the food when closed and still be parallel. The operation of closing the lid over food can be tricky as it doesn't always self adjust and may push the food out the front when closed. You can avoid this by reaching to the back of the top and guiding into parallel position. This must be done with heatproof gloves on because the top gets very hot.


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this item is and excellent replace for my geor forman grill, am able to cook more items on this than my old grill, well built, and easier to clean, the grease cups could be redesigned to be easier to use, maybe a grease cup that attaches to the grill itself , otherwise and excellent product


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A present for my wife - at her request - so far this thing has met expectations: grills pancakes, sandwiches and special hamburgers with cheese in them. Easy to clean - pop the elements in the dishwasher as advertised. Only problem is getting the thing to do its parallel heating plate thing with thick sandwiches. Could be stiff or user error.


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Very handy piece of equipment. We have used Foreman grills for years and were leary about changing. The removable plates are great for cleanup. It is a little small, but makes up for that with other features. It also heats up fast which is a plus. We are very happy with the Griddler's performance.


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After much research I decided on this grill. It's very stable and doesn't have the "cheap" feel and look. I've cooked steak, chicken, and fish and have been very happy with all. I've not had a problem with grease running out the back but only to the front into the cups. I do wish I could get the bottom of the meat to get as nice and brown as the top but this isn't a real problem...just a preference. I highly recommend the Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler.


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The grill works great but the text on the knobs just wiped right off. We e-mailed Cuisinart about this, they offered to replace it if we sent them our unit and $10 shipping but made no assurances that it wouldn't happen again. We're just going to keep it make our own labels. Besides that it works great.


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The Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler, has been an excellent addition to our kitchen, we have backyard barbeques without going out back. the only problem I have found with it is, that if you buy cheep burgers that tend to have alot of fat the catch cups are too small, and also the juice runs over the sides of the grill plates.



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I was drawn to this grill by its sturdy stainless steel look. I have only used it to grill and after one use I have to say it is pretty messy. I cooked 3 good sized lean hamburgers and grease ran out the back and over the sides before any started running to the drip bowl. When you open the lid to check your food, anything stuck to the lid falls straight down and out the back of the grill on to the counter. I have used Hamilton Beach grills for years and they aren't half this messy, but the timers quit working on both Hamilton Beaches. The food in the very front of this grill cooks much slower than food in the back because of the angle of the lid.


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I received this for Christmas and was so excited to start using it. My first batch of pancakes using the open griddle option were not at all successful (but the pancakes were partly to blame), so I came here to read the reviews and got a little worried, but I wasn't ready to give up on it yet.

Good thing - I've decided that it works quite well and now I love it. I would give this a 5-star rating, but as some have pointed out, a few changes in design would make this even better.

As some reviewers have noted, there is a problem with some uneven heating and fluctuations in temperature. They could have made this grill heat more evenly if they had snaked the coil underneath. Still, if you avoid the dead zones and try to cook your pancakes in the corners, you can still turn out a very nice pancake. I have a hard time fitting 8 pancakes on at a time - they'd fit, but I'm not very adept at turning them over when they are so closely grouped, but I've had success with 6 at a time. I use the the two inside corners and then the outside middle of each plate. If you try to use the inside middle, there is a big dead zone here where the coils don't meet - avoid this area or your pancakes will cook very unevenly. I also found that I had to crank it up to 400º or 450º to get them to brown nicely.

I've had no problems at all using it as a contact grill and/or panini maker. The unit does tend to cool down quite a bit when you add your food, but I have found that it tends to rebound fairly quickly. This has not been a big issue for me. The meats I cook are not overly greasy, so I have not had a problem with dripping grease, but I have yet to try cooking burgers on it.

The unit will not smoosh down or move your panini if you simply tilt the top toward the center of the grill a bit, so that it's not locked into place, before you close the unit. Tilt the top before you heat the grill or use an oven mitt if it's already heated.

If you'd like to see this grill in action, you may visit my cooking blog - it's called The Savory Notebook (links are not allowed here, but you can Google it). I have recipes and pictures that might help you make your decision on whether or not to purchase this grill.


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Product functions like a pro. We will use it for great meals for years.


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It arrived and the hinge on the lid promptly sheared off. Sending it back and getting something else.


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I can't say enough good things about the Griddler. It does exactly what it says. The food cooks quickly and is nicely browned. I haven't any problems with grease splattering everywhere. However, I've taken the plastic grease cups (which are lighweight) and place them in a very small bowl so it doesn't move around. It still fits under the drip spout and it works fine.
I would recommend this product without hesitation.


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This appliance has added a great demension to our dinig pleasure. It has created a group effort atmosphere around preparing meals. The entire famlily enjoys using the griddler. We have only begun to explore its uses.


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WE ARE VERY PLEASED WITH THE PRODUCT. EASY TO USE AND CLEANS UP EASILY.
HAVE TAKEN IT RV'ING WITH US IN PLACE OF A LARGE GRILL. WORKS GREAT


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Let me say, right off the bat, that I am very pleased with this purchase. I had been looking for months for an indoor grill and had done a fair amount of research before ordering this one. This combination grill and griddle is the right size for my small family. It is attractive, simple to use and easy to store. I love the removable plates. I just snap them off and put them in the dishwasher to clean. Last night I cooked salmon fillets on the grill. I was a little worried about doing this - after all, good fresh fish is pretty expensive and I didn't want to overcook them. Not to worry - they were done to perfection. We have cooked eggs, pancakes, burgers, veggies and bacon on the griddler. The bacon is super because it is not all curled up and overdone the way it sometimes is when cooked in a skillet. I am happy to recommend this product.


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I found the product to be far more superior than my George Forman gril. It works faster and is easier to clean up after words.


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I bought the GR-4 Griddler for my husband and I to remind us of our recent trip to Italy and all the panini (grilled, pressed sandwiches)we sampled there. We've used it several times a week since it was opened on Christmas. It is easy to use, incredibly easy to clean (removable, dishwasher-safe plates) and is very versatile. Of course, we make panini with it, but also grilled cheese sandwiches for the kids, quesadillas, burgers, even hot dogs with the press using both plates- the smooth and the grill ones; pancakes, eggs, bacon, steaks, chicken skewers, shrimp kabobs - endless possibilities with the open griddle, again, using both plate types.
I searched around in stores and on-line and researched the different models on the market, and while the Griddler is on the higher end in price, the floating hinge and the dishwasher safe removable/changeable plates were the deal-makers. The unit heats relatively quickly, not as fast as my hungry family would like though, and cooks foods evenly. It's an attractive appliance that I don't mind leaving out on the counter. (I use it so much it hardly gets put away anyway.)


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I was dubious about the need for an item such as this. I find it essential to making loads of pancakes and stuffed french toast. Also, great for grilled sanwiches and toasting loads of bread for bruschetta.


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I purchased my Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler on November 11th, 2006. I mostly eat out, being a travelling sales rep, so on the rare chance I do get to cook at home (I love making Panini sandwiches and burgers) and this seemed to me the ideal package.. a very sturdy looking construction, a name I trust and great looks.

However, after less than half a dozen uses, the right hinge snapped. Broke cleanly off while I was LIFTING the upper plate away using the top handle, and this was a real dangerous issue. The right half of the top of the griddler fell down onto the burgers I was cooking and flung grease everywhere. Upon later inspection, the hinge was constructed from the cheapest cast aluminum I've ever seen used in an appliance, I'm telling you it is cheaper than pot-metal. With the sturdy over-all construction of the GR-4 Griddler, this left me extremely displeased, as the only cheap materials were used where it mattered most, where there is stress placed on the hinges. I predict that I'm not going to be the only one experiencing this problem.



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I gave this to my daughter for Christmas. We had so much fun using it to make bacon and pancakes for Christmas breakfast, and later for making pannini. Clean up is a breeze. She told me that she has used it since, so it looks like this is not one of the appliances that will end up on the closet shelf. We haven't had it long enough to comment on durability. It also has a very attractive, retro design and easy-to-use controls.


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I got this as a Christmas present for myself 2006 on amazon and with the deal they were running for $99 with free shipping. Whoo hoo! I have made pancakes and grilled hot sandwiches such a reuben, ham and swiss so far. I am learning the temperature settings (need to put a little hotter than recommended in the recipe book) and am really enjoying it so far. Much more versatile than my old GF grill and I am glad someone finally took my idea of the grill plates coming off to wash. I had resolved not to add any more small appliances to my kitchen, but this one is worth it and I chucked the old grill into the garage sale pile.


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I think the Griddler is going to be the perfect replacement for a George Foreman Grill that was not heat adjustable and was messy to clean. I often chose another cooking method to avoid cleaning the GFG.


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The Cuisinart Griddler is really a multi purpose grill. I've owned other grills that are heavy, bulky, one temperture setting and difficult to clean. The Griddler looks good, you control the temperture and its easy to clean. This grill comes highly recommended.


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Enjoy this appliance better than George Forman grill because of its cleanup, durability and multiple functions. Would recommend it to anyone.


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I saw the commercials on TV and decided to pick one up for myself as a christmas gift. I live in a small condo, so I have always wanted a really nice bbq or contact grill to make my food have that great grilled look and flavor.

I put the thing to the test the very moment it arrived. I put a salmon steak on top of it and proceded to use it as a bbq grill. It did an amazing job. It left those nice bbq grill streaks on the salmon meet, and the grill got hot very quickly. I was very impressed by the distribution of the heat.

The grill plates took a bit of time to figure out how to clean and wash. I ended up just using a wet/damp paper towel to wipe it clean. The surface does not stick to the food at all, and I've even got cheese on it before.

The griddler makes absolutely great paninis and pressed sandwiches. Just put two slices of bread, buttered on both sides of each slice, and fill with your favorite toppings including cheese, and close the press. In about 5 minutes you will have a cheezy oozing sandwich of goodness.

The press is pretty wide, so you can get 3-4 good side fish steaks on it, or 2 sandwiches at a time.

You are also provided flat grills (without the wedges) to make things like eggs and bacon.

I'm very happy with my Griddler and I use it probably at least 2-3 times a week. I've never used a Foreman grill but from what I hear, you'd be better of spending just a few more bucks and upgrade to the Griddler!




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I have been looking at this for some time now. I previously owned a couple of the George Foreman grills and were never quite satisfied with them. Clean up was not easy, after using a couple of times, food sometimes stuck. I love the Griddler. I have had it for a couple of weeks now. The clean up is easier than using a regular skillet. I was amazed at how there is NO grease on the meat after cooking. It is very easy and user friendly to use. The grill plates just pop in and out and it is so versatile. Nothing sticks to it. I am ready to get healthy and I know the cusinart will help me to do it. I will be buying them for each of my children.


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Based on reviews I bought this using the Amazon discount. Loved it instantly. Since I have never used a grill I thought it would require some experience before getting a good result. My first dinner, a salmon steak, was beautifully seared on the outside and moist and juicy on the inside. Cleanup was a breeze. Since then I've grilled a variety of chops and fish and the results are consistently excellent.
My only minor complaint is that the drip cups do not catch the grease from the top griddle.


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Great grill, better tasting grilled foods, quicker getting up to tempurature. Removable grills a plus for cleaning. controls a little vague, tends to splatter grease while cooking. Would not be without this grill.


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I purchased one of these griddlers for my husband for Christmas to use on our motor home. He does most of the cooking outside when we go camping. He enjoyed using it so much the first trip, we unloaded it when we returned home to use in the house! He said he's going to take every other type grill (gas, charcoal & electric) off the motor home and only use the Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler from now on.
Less than a week after returning from our trip, he asked me to order another one.
I was glad to see that Amazon has it at a cheaper price than anyone else!
This little griddle does everything they say it will. I only read one bad review out of over 75 on it and I think that person who said he burned everything, just didn't know how to use it correctly. He should have turned down the temperature. It does cook very fast, so you can't put the food on and walk away. And it does take a little practice at first but it is so well worth it!
We've cooked everything from thick t-bone steaks, chicken breasts and burgers to toast and wonderful sandwiches...
The grill plates do clean as easy as they say. I haven't put them into the dishwasher yet but then again, I don't turn the dishwasher on every day. Love the ease of just pushing a button to remove the grill plates.
After using this griddle for just over two weeks, I wonder how we ever lived without one!


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A few months ago I was looking for something to replace my old George Foreman contact grill. I had seen the good reviews on the Cuisinart Griddler, but thought that the price was a bit ridiculous when I had been previously using something that cost 1/5 the price. I did a LOT of research on it though, and all my research pointed to this as the only option, so I figured if I used it enough, it would justify the cost. My purchase was well worth it as the Cuisinart Griddler has virtually replaced my range top. I use it to cook fish, chicken, beef, bacon, pancakes, vegetables, eggs, etc. I also use it as a sandwich press to make some great paninis.

Pros:

Power - This is 1500 watts of power and the number one reason that makes this product so great. By comparison, my George Foreman grill was 700. You need a contact grill with at least 1,000 watts of power to cook on. Otherwise, food cooks unevenly, and you will spend a long time trying to get things like chicken and beef all the way through. This thing gets very hot, and has more than enough power to thoroughly and evenly cook everything I put on it. The bottom and top grill plates have the same temperature. I can cook a ½ lb burger in a few minutes.

Variable Temp Control - The second main thing you need in a contact grill. You can control the temperature setting and use a high heat for most things, or take it all the way up to the "sear" setting for chicken and steaks. It leaves beautiful grill marks on your food. The unit typically only takes about 5 minutes to preheat to the highest setting (but by contrast, takes almost 20 minutes to completely cool down).

Versatility - The top half of the unit folds all the way down, effectively doubling the surface size to use as a griddle. This makes it great for cooking a lot of pancakes or eggs for a large family (especially with the flat griddler plates that comes with it). The surface size of the grill plates is very large, and one plate can easily hold 4 very large burgers.

Panini Maker - Although it doesn't really say it, this is also a great panini maker and sandwich press. The unit is hot enough that it can thoroughly melt the cheese in even the thickest sandwiches (many past contact grills I've used just do not get hot enough). I also use it to warm hamburger buns and toast bread, although it is so heavy it tends to flatten buns and bread if you don't hold the handle up while cooking.

Cleanup - The grill plates snap off easily so they can be placed in the dishwasher. If you've ever used a contact grill that didn't have snap off plates, you will appreciate how nice this is. No more trying to clean an entire grill over the sink while keeping the rest of the unit from getting wet. It comes with a plastic "rake" that cleans up stuck-on food from between the grill grooves as well.

Cons:

The only con I've found is that the black finish on the grill plates comes off a bit. I've used my griddler maybe 100 times and you can see a bit of the steel underneath the black coating. This doesn't appear to affect cooking at all, and perhaps this won't happen if cleaned in a dishwasher (I use a sponge and scrub the plates a lot). The Griddler also is not an angled contact grill like the Foreman grills, so fat does not drain down much

This is one of the best kitchen purchases I've made, and I've found myself cooking much more since buying it. For anyone who eats a lot of meat, fish, and sandwiches, do not be intimidated by the price, the Cuisinart Griddler is well worth it.


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The designer of this product must actually BE a cook. I used this product twice, then donated my George Foreman grill to a charity to make space for this baby. The advantages are well worth the exchange. First and foremost - removable, dishwasher-safe panels. I loved the Foreman grill, but HATED cleaning it. The grill and griddle panels are super easy to clean by hand (no more scraping with that plastic do-hickey) or just pop the cooled panels into the dishwasher.
Another advantage is the hinge allowing the top to close evenly instead of closing like a book. I have already used it numerous times to the delight of my family (panini sandwiches are now a homemade favourite). Grilled cheese sandwiches come out perfectly as well.
Press a button and the Griddler opens flat providing two griddle surfaces.
The only drawback is the HOT exterior. Definitely keep an oven mitt handy.


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I bought this for my vegitarian daughter for Christmas. She is soooo loving it! Lots of vegies going on the grill. Easy to clean.


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Despite a somewhat smaller griller surface, the unit works well. For its price, I believe it has a somewhat cheaper feel to the temparture controls, but again, they work well. The unit seems to heat quickly and evenly. Pop in and out grilling surfaces are easy to clean. I bought the unit based on the Cuisinart name and did not check out the George Foreman style units. They may do the same job for less money, but overall I'm pleased with the unit.


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Just browsing through the kitchen appliances again, and figured I should finally write a quick review for this griller because it's been marvelous!

The plates are easy to remove and clean.
The closing mechanism allows you to grill really thick items effectively as thinner items.
It has an option to open completely flat.
It comes with two sets of plates: flat for pancakes etc and grill for panini, meats, fish, etc.

I've owned it for over two years and it's still great! I talk about it all the time.


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This is a reliable and easy to use kitchen appliance that provides an indispensable solution to the "what can I make for dinner" blues. It makes great grilled cheese and Ruben sandwiches. It does a credible job of grilling zucchini and I am very pleased with how easily it can turn chunks of stale bread into delectable croutons. My 14 year old son uses it on a regular basis to make sandwiches or to fry up breakfast sausages. My one small criticism is that the non-stick grill (panini) pan doesn't clean up quite as readily as advertized but the flat griddle pans wash up like a dream. Since we purchased our Cuisinart Griddler a few months ago we have used it almost every day.


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I have been looking at this grill and comparing it to others for some time and I finally decided to purchase it. I like the features, especially the ability to remove the grill plates and clean them by hand or in the dishwasher. It seems to work fine also. It is messy to use when the foods are of the type that splatter though. However, I do not think it is any worse than others. Overall, I like it.


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This is a reliable and easy to use kitchen appliance that provides an indispensable solution to the "what can I make for dinner" blues. It makes great grilled cheese and Ruben sandwiches. It does a credible job of grilling zucchini and I am very pleased with how easily it can turn chunks of stale bread into delectable croutons. My 14 year old son uses it on a regular basis to make sandwiches or to fry up breakfast sausages. My one small criticism is that the non-stick grill (panini) pan doesn't clean up quite as readily as advertized but the flat griddle pans wash up like a dream. Since we purchased our Cuisinart Griddler a few months ago we have used it almost every day.


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I have been looking at this grill and comparing it to others for some time and I finally decided to purchase it. I like the features, especially the ability to remove the grill plates and clean them by hand or in the dishwasher. It seems to work fine also. It is messy to use when the foods are of the type that splatter though. However, I do not think it is any worse than others. Overall, I like it.


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When I opened my griddle to remove the packaging, the hinge completely fell off, breaking in two places. Before I had the wrapping off I had to repackage it for return! I read other reviews citing this problem but took my chances. For a $100 item, this griddle should be recalled, redesigned and remarketed. I hope others do not waste their money on a product that is clearly defective in design and funtion.


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I bought my "Griddler" about four months ago .. big mistake. Okay, it does grill .. but at what cost? Grease splatters everywhere. The top lid hinges in such a way as to drip grease off the back of the unit and try to wipe off that grease to prevent drips at your own risk of being burnt. The top lid swivels and cannot be locked in a position that allows a quick pre grease drip wipe -off. The unit is quite heavy and, for some reason, the grill plates seem far more awkward to clean than on my previously owned George Foreman Grill .. which I will soon own again.

Interestingly, the "drip cups" that seemed to be the only subject for complaint on reviews that I read are not a problem for me.. I have only had grease run-off into a cup once or twice .. it is too busy splattering around elsewhere to be a problem. Note: the grease marks that get on the sides and top are there to stay .. ditto for those around the cooking coil .. but, the splatter on the control knobs can usually be removed if wiped promptly.

A call to a disinterested Cuisinart rep led to an offer to "take a look at it" if I paid to ship it back to them. Sorry, I'll use the avoided freight cost to buy a new George Foreman Grill.


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I have a Next Grilleration Foreman grill from Salton. This is no improvement, and more money.

As far as I can tell, the Griddle vs Grill knobs do the same thing...and the unit immediately cools down after putting on a steak...and never gets back up to temperature.

No crust and grey, the appearance of a steak is disappointing.

This grill does NOT SEAR, despite the setting for such.

The plates are thin compared to the Foreman.

I repeat, this is not better than the Foreman removable Grilleration.

No one, and I mean no one, has developed the electric indoor grill that works as it should!



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I had looked at a few griddles and decided to go with the great quality of Cuisinart. When my mother was visiting, she was so impressed, I bought her one too! I've cooked everything from pancakes to pannini's to chicken. Yum. The plates come out nicely to slip in the dish washer.


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It is hard to keep it on. this button or knob doesn't work too well

Not much different between paninni and bake. does the same thing

It is nice because you don't have any grease when you cook


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Our older, cheaper model ceased to be non-stick. The Griddler is really nice. It heats up well, and makes great pancakes. The panini grill is really nice, too. The switches work well, and it stores more easily than a flat griddle. My kids make the pancakes most of the time, and they rate this very high. The reason I chose a Cuisinart was because of their excellent customer service with other products. I had a toaster oven that broke after about 2 1/2 years and they sent me a brand new one for only the shipping costs with only one phone call.


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The price was right, saw it at other sights and adds at a high price after I bought it. No problem using it. We use it more than I expected.


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One of the hinges holding the heavy lid and top grill plates was broken when we unpacked the item. Closer examination reveals the hing is very poorly made....it is not metal but rather a brittle looking material....if it breaks during use one could sustain very serious burns. This problem is not confined to the unit I recieved. Someone else reported an identical problem here and I found two people selling their units on E-Bay with broken hinges.
Common sense dictates ONE NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT UNTIL THIS DEFECT IS CORRECTED. I have written to the company with cc to consumer protection.


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pros-easy cleanup, good value for the money, cooks fast, good having grill and griddle plates, great temperature controls
cons-floating lid is really just a hinged lid that you have to manually use a mitt to adjust after putting food on the grill or it gets smushed or unevenly cooked (I wrongly assumed it auto-adjusted to the food height)


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I'd been dying for a sandwich press and I finally got the cuisinart model because it got good reviews, could also open flat, and had both griddle and grill plates. These were a combination of functions I couldn't find on other models. I've used it quite a bit, and while it's very good at some things it has disappointed me in some ways. The plates are made of aluminum, which means they heat very quickly but they also cool very quickly, like when you put something on them. For a toasty panino you'll do just fine, but if you toss a pork chop or a steak, even on the "sear" setting the temperature control with plumet in seconds and will take a long time to come back up. I would much prefer it if the unit had cast iron plates, but then the cost would go up, people would complain about how heavy it was, how long it took to heat up and cool down and how hard it was to clean. The three dials look nice on the front, but they could get by with only one- The middle switch turns it on to either the griddle setting or the grill setting- the only difference there is that the grill dial has settings that say "warm,low, medium, high, and sear" whereas the griddle setting has a numerical range from 200 to 425. No need to be that precise on a stovetop, especially when the temperature fluctuates as you put things on and take them off. Two other minor complaints: 1) The drip cups aren't attached so better make sure they are handy when you need them and don't knock them away accidentally. 2) the lid tends to squish sandwiches to the front or back when you close it. A small finger handle in the front would remedy the situation, but I use a dish towel or a pot holder and adjust it manually. This unit is great for making one or two panini in a jiffy. The more you stray from that path the poorer it will perform.


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I cannot believe how much I use this griddler. It has 2 sets of cooking surfaces, either flat or "ridged". The flat is used for eggs, bacon, pancakes, etc. - and the "ridged" is for meat or poultry. The griddler can be opened flat to allow cooking bacon on one side, while cooking eggs/pancakes on the other OR it can be close to cook meat from the top and the bottom at the same time. Hamburgers and steaks cook in less than 10 minutes!

In addition to being able to cook anything QUICKLY with ease, it is so easy to clean! Just pop out the plates, put them in the sink/dishwasher, and your done.

I cannot imagine any kitchen without one of these!


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I bought this about 6 months ago - usually long enough for a kitchen gadget like this to be put away and never used again. But this is so nice and useful, it gets used almost every day. It is easy to clean. The kids love the hot sandwiches. It seems to be very solidly made. Well worth the price.


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I bought this back in Jan. 2005 and it's been terrific. If it's nasty outside or snowing, we toss our pork chops, steaks, chicken or whatever on this great little grill. My sister has a George Foreman grill but I didn't like the fact that the lid doesn't close evenly on top of the cooking area. So that's when I found this Cuisinart which unhinges to lay flat. Also with the Amazon coupon, it brought it down to the Foreman pricetag. Grilling takes 6-8 minutes tops depending on thickness!
Toss the grill plates into the dishwasher and you are done! And I like the fact it has a cord holders on the backend to wrap the cord around.




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This product is wonderful. It makes great panini sandwiches and grilling burgers, chicken and fish has been very easy. The removable grill plates make clean up a breeze. We don't have issues with the plastic cups moving (to catch the grease), as we just use small ceramic bowls which stay in place, without spills. I was a bit hesitant on this purchase from some of the comments I had read, but using it for a few of months now, I'm very happy with this purchase!


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I use this a lot. I'm buying a second one for a wedding gift.


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Although this grill has all the design elements I wanted - easy to use, quick to clean, and very compact, it is very cheaply made. After just 3 uses, One of the joints that adheres the top to the bottom broke. Had I not reacted quickly, I would have been burned. We were very fortunate that our child was kept away from ever using it.

Upon close examination, we found the weak joint to be made of some sort of brittle, composite material, NOT metal. It's such a disappointment to see such a terrific design implemented so poorly.


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This was one of the best purchases I ever made. The griddler works very well. It is also very easy to clean.


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This is the best Griddler ever. Very easy to use and cleaning is a snap.
Cooks food to perfection. I would recommend this to anyone looking to purchase a griddler.


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I looked at a lot of this type of Panini maker and found the Ciusinart to be the most versatile piece of kitchenware that I own. With all the features it is not just a sandwich maker. I would recommend this to anyone.


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The cuisinart griddler has proved to be a very handy appliance in my kitchen. It's various heat settings which are accurate is very helpful in perfect results for various tasks. We have become addicted to panini! They come out perfectly. Steaks are done to perfection! I have not used the griddle as much, but when I have the results are great.


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I am glad I did the research and am quite happy with the Griddler. Previously I purchased the newest George and returned it because of it's size. The Griddler is not that much bigger however it opens up to double the grilling space. The plates are easily removed, cleaned, and replaced.
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I just used my griddler for the first time after ordering and receiving it quickly from Amazon (Thanks Amazon for the fast shipping). This was an excellent buy. I especially liked that you can detach the griddle irons and wash them in the sink. The grease ran right into the little cups and it cooked the boneless chicken quickly and with no mess. A quick tip is to spray on non stick cooking spray and this helps with the clean up. I liked the design, it heated up quickly. I look forward to using this appliance often. Having used the other grills, I think I made a good buy. Thanks everyone for the reviews, reading them convinced me to make this purchase!


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Just what we've been looking for. My family loves grilled sandwiches, but we also use a griddle - especially on the weekends with big breakfasts. What a solution to our cooking needs! Easy to use and easy to clean, we store it over our refrigerator and use it almost daily. Great design and never any spills, we give this product the highest praise!


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The product arrived sooner than I expected, well packed and in excellent condition and was exactly what I had ordered. You can't ask for more!


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I have to admit to being a kitchen small appliance junkie and I've bought some clunkers over the years but I LOVE this one more then most! When I first saw it advertised in a magazine months ago, I tore out the page as a reminder to check this out and I'm glad I did. This week alone, I've used it 3 times already and I haven't even cooked a burger on it yet. Marinated chicken breasts come out juicy.....tuna and salmon are done quickly so you have to watch them carefully but they're just so yummy (try marinating them in lemon juice and wasabe mustard...WOW!!). A favorite addition is sauteed onions and The Griddler makes them super quick.....and grilled portabella mushrooms are super quick and easy. I've not used it as a griddle yet but I don't cook for a crowd.

I've found clean-up to be very easy and I'm not a big fan of hand washing anything but with a short soak in soapy water and the use of one of those scrubbies designed for Teflon, it's been a breeze. I do use an olive oil flavored spray before heating so maybe that makes a difference.

Happy Grilling!


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I bought the Griddler about 6 months ago. I would say I have been using approx 2 times a week. After about 3 weeks only one side was really getting hot. Now i end up cooking on one side only. For the price I should be able to use the whole grill or use it to cook both sides at the same time. Unfortunately i will have to look for another grill/griddle to suit my needs.


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after going through the reviews online, i decided on this one, and i'm really glad that i bought this one instead of other grilling machines. the plates are easy to clean, and it cooks fast after it's heated. glad that i purchased this. been using this at least couple times a week. overall, worth the price for its feature and functionality.


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If you like pannini or just plain old fashioned grilled cheese, this is the best griddle on the market to date. It may cost a little more, but the quality and the versatility of the GR-4 is without peer. The inter-changeable non-stick grill plates sold me
immediately. Oh, did I also say that it makes great steaks?


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They made me fill in the rating but I just have a couple of questions since I don't own the machine. Can you use the flat plates in the "fold over" mode? I'm wondering if this machine could be used to make quesadillas or unlined grilled sandwiches. Thanks!


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I bought the griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for Panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns. The griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates. The unit can be used as a Panini press or as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food. The plates don't stay attached in the top anymore either. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new Panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating


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I've had the Cuisinart Griddler for just over a year, using it about twice a week.

It has performed admirably and is still in great shape. No problems with the non-stick coating to report. Burgers come out great! Fish tends to stick sometimes to the upper plates, but it's not that much of a problem.

It's true that it tends to spill grease at the back as the top plate is lifted. The front buttons also often get some fat spilled over them, but the cleanup is fast and easy. I usually put some foil under the grill to make sure there's nothing spilled over the counter. Then just use the soapy wet cloth to clean up the front and the back of the grill.

Overall, I'm pleased both with the performance and the reliability of this product. Looking forward to many more years of in-home grilling.


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This blows George Foreman out of the water. I love that it comes with both flat pans and grill pans that pop out and can be put in the dishwasher.

On Sunday, I used it for all 3 meals! I opened it up flat and made pancakes on it for breakfast, then I made paninis with the grill pans for lunch. And at dinner we grilled some salmon on there. It also is fast for quesadillas. I turned it on to preheat and then got my quesadilla ingredients out of the fridge. By the time I had it assembled, it was ready and it cooked it perfectly and evenly in about 3 minutes.



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I've been using this item at least once a week for about six months now. I use it primarily as a griddle for french toast or pancakes or as a grill for hamburgers. As a griddle, it works fine. I wish it were a little bigger, but with creative arrangement it will hold 6 pieces of french toast. As a grill, it leaves a lot to be desired. It has a drip tray, but the unit is not angled properly for the grease to drain. I use 96% fat free ground beef, which is pretty dry, but the grease -still- runs out of the back of the unit. I'd taken to propping it up, which helped but didn't solve the problem. Last night, I propped it on two inverted bowls--so much of an angle that the grease was running down over the controls in the front, and it -still- ran out the back of the unit. It isn't that I've overloaded the grill--we're only talking 4 hamburgers. But that's done it for me. I'm going to take a good look at the George Foreman GRP90WGR. It also has removable plates, and maybe it's better designed.

If you're looking for a griddle or a panini press, the cuisinart could be great. But if you make hamburgers as often as I do, you might want to look somewhere else.


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I bought the griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for Panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns. The griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates. The unit can be used as a Panini press or as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food. The plates don't stay attached in the top anymore either. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new Panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating


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I bought the griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for Panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns. The griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates. The unit can be used as a Panini press or as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food. The plates don't stay attached in the top anymore either. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new Panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating


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I bought the Griddler in February of 2005 and have taken care to ensure it lasts. The Griddler is heavy and sturdily constructed. It heats up quickly, and cleans up even faster. We have used it for panini, grilling meat, and toasting burger buns. The unit can be used either as a panini/grill press with the floating top or opened up to use as a griddle.

The base of the unit heats up and maintains temperature better than the top. This creates uneven toasting of the Panini or other items. It's not so much of a problem using as a griddle, since one side will simply cook faster than the other.

After a year the nonstick surface has started pealing off of the grill plates. I have never used metal on the nonstick surface and have taken great care to preserve the finish. Perhaps it is in the design or a fate of nonstick coated products in general, but the now I will have to take care not to get pieces of the nonstick surface in my food.

The Griddler comes with interchangeable dishwasher safe griddle and grill plates with a lock and release system that is intuitive to use. The plates easily release with the press of a button for cleaning. To place the plates back on the Griddler, one simply rests the plates in the groves located towards the rear or bottom and snaps the front or top into place. The plates don't consistently stay attached in the top section like they once did. It's very annoying trying to reposition a hot plate back into place.

On the surface, the Griddler has the looks and design to be a great product. Cuisinart has some bugs to work out to attain even heating and plates that last. If I were to buy a new panini press, I would not look to Cuisinart again. As a matter of fact, I now enjoy using a Breville press instead.

PROS:
Heavy and sturdily construction
Heats up and cleans quickly

CONS:
Non-stick surface does not last
Uneven heating


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We have had this product for over 1 year. This product has a few of great features:

1. The interchangeable nonstick plates that are dishwasher safe.
2. The unit opens up to a large griddle.
3. The cooking plates are dishwasher safe.

However, the nonstick surface has started peeling off of the plates even though the plates have never been abused, and we have never used metal utensils on them.

Our biggest complaint is the thermostat. The unit will reach the desired temperature, and then turn off. The cooking plates will actually cool off so much that the food will stop cooking. The thermostat will then kick back on and take about 3-5 minutes to get back up to temperature. It is very annoying, and doesn't always produce good results with food.

There also is a large temperature difference between the two plates when the unit is opened as a large griddle. This causes items being cooked to finish at different times.

This could have been a great product, but Cuisinart seems to have gone "cheap" in areas that are integral to the function of the griddle. I would not purchase this item again.


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We ordered the griddler from amazon about 2 months ago, it hasn't left the counter yet.
-It's an indoor press/grill [like a un-named retired boxer's product]
-It is a great griddle
-It's suppossed to be an open grill too ... but who cares about that?

PROS:
-even heating
-easy clean-up [plates into dishwasher]
-great non-stick coating
-big surface [enough for 2-4 people's breakfast]
-floating hinge and deep grooves [for panini]
-gets hot enough to actually grill a steak

CONS:
-light died on griddle dial side
-two dials doing the same thing, rather than one labeled for 2 purposes
-grease catch cups too light [easy to knock out of position]
-takes up a good bit of counter real-estate
-outer metal shell gets HOT ... but big handle stays cool
-tends to drip some grease on counter when you open the lid

Conclusion:
-good for feeding 4 or less
-a bit pricey, but worth it as it makes you breakfast and lunch almost every day, and dinner once in a while
-buy it if the GF grill isn't enough, and you need a mid-size griddle


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I got this grill/griddle after visiting my parents over the holidays and having a couple dinners made by mom on hers.

Why I love it:

- It's a very sturdy unit, and doesn't feel wobbly or junky like some of the cheaper versions made of plastic. It's a nice, heavy grill and the grill and griddle plates are also very sturdy.
- I LOVE that the plates pop out and can go right into the dishwasher or, if you're feeling handy, easily clean up in the sink.
- It's two appliances in one - a panini press/grill and griddle - which saves space.. an important attribute for a kitchen gadget addict with limited storage space
- The floating hinge ensures that when you 'close' the grill, it's still getting full coverage on the top and bottom of whatever it is you're cooking, and saves you from having to flip it
- Convenience of a grill without having a big barbeque, and healthier/less messy than grilling with a charcoal BBQ

There are many other versions of this type of appliance out there, but none matched the quality or the versatility of the Cuisinart in this price range. Definitely more expensive than the typical Foreman-type grill, but the versatility and quality warrant the additional expense.


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I got this grill a few weeks ago. So far, I've made hamburgers, turkey burgers, marinated chicken, hotdogs, garlic bread, and grilled cheese. It's been so easy to clean. I just use the tool that came with it to scrape off the major gunk and put the removable plates in the dishwasher. They come out perfectly clean and ready for more. After reading a few of the other reviews, I was concerned about whether there would be a big splatter mess on my countertop. There hasn't really been any mess. There were a few small splatters after I made 8 pounds of marinated chicken but it was no more messy than my old George Foreman grill. I'm very happy with my purchase!


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I'm disappointed by this product. I was comparing it to the George Foreman models with removable grill plates, and I went with the Cuisinart model because it seemed like a better made product.

Cleaning the grills is a huge PITA. My old george foreman grill had attached plates, but it wasn't as much of a hassle to clean. I've tried soaking the plates, leaving wet paper towels on them after cooking, non stick spray...nothing makes the job easier. Each pretty grill mark on the meat leaves a huge mess on the grill, and each raised metal grill portion has a 90 degree angle for food to get stuck in. To clean it thoroughly, you need to go over each angle, then clean the tops, then the middle troughs. It's very time consuming, and it makes me question whether the plates are actually coated with something nonstick.

I'm also diappointed by the depth of the grilling plates. Liquid and fat pours over the edges easily. It puddles by the griddler's feet, on the back side, and into the grill where the heating elements are.

I think this item is best suited for pancakes or grilling sandwiches. It doesn't handle grilled meat or moist items very well.

I don't think I would re-purchase the item, because it takes way too long to clean it. It makes it more of burden than a useful kitchen tool.


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I purchased this item for myself for Christmas. I compared it to the new George Forman grill. The most important reason I decided to go with this grill is that it can be opened flat for more grilling surface. It was a wise decision. I love it and use it three or more times a week.


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I have used this griddler nearly every day since I got it. I prefer grilled bread to toast; I can grill panini and other sandwiches; I can grill meats and vegetables. Unlike the G. Forman toy, this has a floating hinge, so it makes full contact with whatever is in it, up to maybe 3 inches or so. It opens fully, so you can use it as two grills/griddles, which I have done when making pancakes. Close the griddle plates and you can warm tortillas or quesadillas. You can even do pizza with a sheet of non-stick aluminum foil over the top (or you could use something thick to keep the two plates apart). I've just about stopped using my toaster/oven.
The plates are non-stick -- I hand wash between uses if the plates get soiled. Often a rinse alone will suffice, but I have put the plates in the dishwasher when that was convenient.
I am buying another as a wedding present -- better than a toaster


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After reading many reviews on the gr-4 and compare these to other brands, I decided to buy the Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler because the pros exceed the cons. I don't use it a lot but so far, everyone in the house loves it, easy to use and clean. Overall a great value.


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I love the griddler. It is fast, easy to use, and easy to clean. I have two minor problems with the system; the first is the drip cups. They are of inferior quality, after the first use they have a permanent ring inside which no amount of cleaning will fix. The second problem is the lock feature. When you raise the upper section of the griddler it stops at the 90 degree angle until you release it to flat or closed position, but the plate continues to swivel. Most of the time this is not bad but if you are trying to change plates (from griddle to grill) the movement is a little distracting. If by chance, the grill is hot when you are trying to move it to the flat position the swivel action is awkward, I nearly burn myself on it.

Despite the minor annoyances, I love the system. I love being able to remove the plates for cleaning and cooking a variety of food. The heat is even and controlled. It is great.



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I would bought this one but I am going to return it.

Problems:
1. When I make hamburgers the grease runs down to the front and then boils and splatters all over the knobs. The spattering grease hurts and the knobs as well as my counter top get all messy.

2. When I opened the top cover the grease runs down the top cover onto my counters and the cord in back of the griddler.

3. There is nothing to hold the grease cup in place so it is easy to bump the cup and let grease and oil run all over the place.

4. Too many knobs - 3 knobs to do the work of 1.

5. The little grease catching cup seemed to dissolve where the grease drips, I didn't expect it to last long.

6. I checked with an infrared thermometer. There are heat distribution issues.

7. The packaging does not give room for the spring covered cord that runs from the top of the griddler to the bottom so the cord was bent at a crazy angle and I needed to spend a few minutes straightening it out.

8. The unit gets really hot on the outside (ouch) and takes a while to cool down, don't expect to be able to pull it out quick to make a meal, wipe it down and put it away.


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So far so good. I've grilled chicken and steak tips a few times each. I haven't done panini sandwiches yet. No problems with the temperature control or hot/cold spots. Everything cooked evenly. Clean up has been very easy with the removable grill plates. Only downsides so far are the drip cups which worry me a bit and also a concern for grease dripping off the top onto the counter behind the unit. No spills/drips yet but I can see where it could happen. Generally I set it up on a large cutting board just in case.


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I don't have a lot to add to previous reviews.

The cons are that the grill isn't angled to help the liquids drain off and that when the lid is up the liquids draining off the top don't drip into the lower section but instead drip onto the counter in the back.

There are a lot of pros...

- The removable cooking surfaces are very easy to remove and clean.
- The swiveling lid adjusts easily to conform to foods of different thicknesses.
- The ability to lay the lid out flat to make a larger flat cooking service is nice. Being able to use the smooth griddle surface on one side and the grate on the other is also handy.

All-in-all, this is a wonderful appliance. We've used it for sandwiches, quesadillas, and chicken breasts. All worked perfectly and cleanup was easy. What more could you ask?


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You won't be disappointed. It's not the cheapest griddle around, but it works great! I highly recommend it!


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Much better than the forman grill....has adjustable heat and the removable cooking plates are great....The heating takes a little to get use to the element is a big square when it should be coiled or multiable "S" shapes but it still does very good job for all cooking (eggs, bacon, burgers, chicken etc.) Also good price on here


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This is an outstanding product--best of the best. Grill plates snap off and they are easy to clean. Great as a griddle as well.


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Easy to use. Easy to clean. Fast, very fast. Convenience can't be beat.


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The Cuisinart GR-4 is an all purpose griddler/grill that has many advantages over an over-the-stove similar appliance.
Enough surface to make 8 pancakes at once (great for a family of 5 like mine)with great temp control and fool-proof non-stick surface.
Two drawbacks;
a. There is a "cold" spot where the heating element comes out of casing. You have to rotate food around the get even cooking.
b. When open, there is a gap between the two sides. It would be so much better if the two side interlocked.

Overall a great value and it matches all my other Cuisinart stainless steel appliances (and I have them all)


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I really like tools/appliances that can do multiple things. I have a small kitchen, so having a separate grill and griddle was not going to happen. I love the fact that you can close the lid and cook both sides of food at the same time. Dinner has never been on the table so fast! Easy clean-up, too. Can't think of anything I don't like about it!


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I couldn't wait to get this, so my hubby and I decided it would be our mutual anniversary present in December. I'm glad we did. I'd give it 5 stars based on ease of cleaning and taking out and replacing the plates, but I deducted one star because the floating hinge doesn't float as well as I'd like, so I usually adjust it, and, the top seems to cook faster than the bottom, so I usually turn what I'm cooking, despite pre heating. I am really happy that I don't dread cleanup anymore. Nice machine. I would definitely recommend it as the deficits are so minimal.


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Just bought the Griddler using Amazon's $25 dollar coupon and free shipping - great buy! I have used this everynight for the last week and love it. Started off simply with flat grills and made orange zest toast - yum! Then moved onto sirloin steaks (overcooked it) as it only takes 4 mins on high. Grilled portabella and onions are amazing - takes about 2-3 mins after basting in oil & wine with a few herbs spinkled on for good luck! Bought a pair of Tyson lemon-pepper marinated chicken breasts and pounded them to 1/2" thick - cooked for 3 mins on high - fab and juicy!! I keep the oven circulating fan on while cooking to suck up some of the smokey fumes, but you are not cooking for long so not really a problem. Clean up is so easy - just leave lid up and let heat dissipate and remove once warm/cold and rub with sponge and soapy water for 1 min - I'm not going to put in dishwasher in case the non-stick comes off (cowardly, I know). Sliced large baking potato in 1/4" slices, microwaved for 4 mins then basted with olive oil/herbs and grilled on high for 4 mins - delish! This is a MUST buy especially if Amazon has coupon or on sale.


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We love this thing for making paninni's, pancakes, hamburger, bacon etc.... You can cook on the grill- cover shut: a sirloin steak in 5-7 minutes, hamburgers in 4-5 minutes, bacon 2 minutes if your using the grill plates and shuting it. ALWAYS let meat rest on a plate covered with foil for 2-5 minutes. Play with different breads and cheese and even different meats. The only downfall is: when you lift the top, if your cooking something greasy it will drip on the countertop, and it may drip down on the dials. That has only happened a couple times for me. We use it allllll the time. LOVE THIS ITEM, A MUST FOR EVERY KITCHEN. I cook ALOT and I really like this and so does my husband.


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I would have expected the plates to be a little thicker/heavier. There is some slight uneven heating where the middle of the plate is not as hot as the perimeter. Most noticeable with pancakes. Other than that, I am very pleased. I use this appliance almost daily and more than once some days. Its easy to set up and easy to clean. I have used it for grilled meats, quesadillas, pancakes, and all kinds of panini. I'm really enjoying it.


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I owned a breadman panini maker, which I really liked, but hated cleaning it all the time (also only one temp). So I bought the cuisinart griddler because it has removable plates which is a BIG plus for me - quick and easy cleaning, because my teen sons use the thing non-stop!! grilled cheese, breakfast burritos, name it, they throw it on there! It heats up Quick (nice)& has adjustable temps, which make it more versitle than just a sandwich grill. My sons have now stopped trashing my stove and kitchen making their snacks, the grill is quic