Customer Reviews

Hamilton Beach 26290 Meal Maker Waffle Baker & Sandwich Griddle

5 star:		(2)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I was thrilled to find the waffle maker/sandwich grill I remember from childhood -- but what a disappointment to discover that the grilling space is barely large enough for 1/2 a normal sized sandwich. The sandwich area is rectangular, measuring roughly 4" x 8". Even a slice of basic Wonder Bread is taller than 4", so unless you cut off the crusts or grill your sandwich already sliced in half this appliance will NOT make an efficient sandwich -- even for one person. My search continues.... it appears Black & Decker may have something that is larger...

I received this waffle iron/sandwich grill for Christmas. While the grill side could be bigger, I can make two full-size sandwiches on it. Maybe we use smaller loaves of bread that other people, but it works for us. It does not, however, have enough grill space to fry pancakes on it. Still, since it is just my husband and I, this appliance is a nice size. It doesn't take up a lot of storage space, and the cord is attached so we don't have to look for it each time. All you do is plug it in and wait for the light to indicate when it's hot enough. The waffle and grill inserts remove easily and wash up well in the dishwasher. If you are cooking for one or two people, this will fit the bill - and it's easy to clean. Go for it!

The way it cooks, ease of use, and quick cleanup is the reason I give this Hamilton Beach Waffle Maker a five star rating. I've been having waffles for breakfast every morning since the first time I decided to give it a try. I use it for waffles and grilled cheese sandwiches, and I am very pleased with the results. Cleanup is a breeze because the plates pop out for washing. It is especially ideal for a single person on the go.

I have two of the Hamilton Beach 26290 Waffle Baker/Sandwich Griddles and use one of them very frequently. It is perfect for one or two people but when the kids are here (they love grilled cheese sandwiches) it is not really big enough. I have no trouble making two sandwiches at a time on each unit and the cleanup is a breeze. The concept of two appliances in one is great for it saves storage space.

It is sometimes a bit tough to get the waffles to fill the corners, but all in all, it is a very nice unit.

I would have preferred a waffle/toaster that could also grill meat. It takes too long to heat up and cool down to facilitate cleaning.
The cost is a little high for what you get and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
I recall having a toaster similar to that in my youth and it recieved a lot of use, this item won't.

After exhaustive days of running around the city of Baltimore, looking for an appliance that used to be common years ago, it took me only a few minutes with Amazon dot com to find the one and only company that makes a sandwich grill with a flat grilling surface, The "Hamilton Model 26290". All of the other companies have, what they call a sandwich maker, but none are flat surfaced.If I want pocket style sandwiches ALL of the time, The grills are easy to find. Horaay for Hamilton Beach Corp. for making an excellent product and one that is still needed.