Customer Reviews

Meco 9359W Deluxe Electric Cart Grill with Rotisserie, Satin Black

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I'm "REALLY!" in to a healthier lifestyle, and subscribe to "several" respected health e-zines.

1. 15+ years ago I read tests that charcoal BBQ's, really put "LOTS" of very bad carciniogens into your meat!

2. So I went to a gas BBQ. Not as good tasting as charcoal, but "SUPPOSEDLY" healthier?
NOT!- Now I read tests that gas BBQ's are little healthier than charcoal. The "deadly" carciniogens are in the drippings smoke- coming from the hot lava rocks below!

3. So I now go to the MECO electric grill.
Pros-
a. Healthier- as virtually no smoke (grill/elements are steeply slanted, and drippings collect in a handy pan under the grill).

b. No having to mess with expensive propane gas...

c. Well made, and sturdy.

d. Low fire danger- Acceptable for most apartment complexes. ASK!

e. Sears steaks well (preheat on high for 15+ min, and close lid FAST! Requires a "Heavy Duty" electric outlet!). Cooks just as fast (or faster) than gas. BUT, "NO!" BBQ taste! You will probably need a marinade...
Good "web search" recipe I found for steaks...-
I pre-mix & rub in, a blend of-
salt ("AlsoSalt"- is very healthy and GOOD tasting!), black pepper, chili powder (all in equal parts...), and a little cayenne pepper. You can also add any other seasonings you like, to taste...

PAM makes a "High Temp" cooking spray, for the grill.

4. Cons-
a. This is difficult and time consuming (2+ hours! & I'm VERY handy!), to assemble!
Tips- Pounding on the axel end caps was a challenge (finally laid it on it's side, and put a 1/4 drive socket (for backing, on the other end) & hold cap with pliers.
You will surely drop screws... (I put an old sheet underneath it).

This grill is great. It took about an hour to assemble but it was relatively easy. It's a good size (you could easily grill a couple of steaks on it) plus the rotisserie feature is nice. It heats up quickly and cooks the food evenly. The grill itself is sturdy and thick and leaves nice grill marks on the food. It is removable and easy to clean either by hand or in the dishwasher. The side trays are also removable and are a heavy duty plastic that can be put in the dishwasher. If you choose to you can put some hickory chips in the bottom of the unit next to the heat coils, then close the hood and smoke the food, which gives the food a great hickory smoked flavor. There is a drip tray at the bottom of the unit that is easy to remove and clean. I like the fact that this grill is environmentally friendly and I never have to worry about running out of gas halfway through my cooking. All in all, this is a great grill and I'm very happy with it.

I really love this grill. I am able to turn it on and in just a few minutes later, ready to grill! no muss, no fuss. I was successful in putting it together myself without any difficulty. It took about an hour. I really feel better about using this grill in terms of less pollution/better for the environment.

I am very pleased with this grill - the only comment I have it is a little difficult to take the tray out to clean. The food does not taste like a charcoal grill but it is extremely close and probably a lot healthier. I am pleased with this grill.

After reading some of the reviews about the Meco electric grill, I was alittle skepticle about purchasing one. I live in a Co-op so I have no choice, if I want to grill which I like to do all year round its gonna have to be an electric grill.
In short its great. Takes alittle getting used to. I found letting it warm up for ten minutes seems to help. Stay close though as it will cook faster than it appears on the outside. The first few burgers and steaks were alittle dry from over cooking. The only downside I have is the glass window which has since I have owned the grill, fallen in several times due to the clip that supports the glass is alittle short. Otherwise get one and happy grilling...

Heats up really hot. No matter what method or temperature, do not cook ribs on this grill. Get a smoker--I've ruined two slabs. Great for burgers!

We were hosting a business event for our Potomac CAD clients and purchased the Meco 9359W Electric Grill because we couldn't worry about the possible fire hazzards of Charcoal or Propane. While we thought about the loss in the quality of our Bar-b-que, we found that this grill cooked the meat perfectly! Everyone was impressed with our use of electric for many reasons but mostly because it cooked some great food and produced some wonderful flavor. I would recommend this grill to any backyard cook and businesses as well. - Craig Chaney, President, Potomac CAD, Inc.

I live in an apartment complex and this grill has been the perfect grill for me. I can use it on my balcony! I recommend it!

So far, the Meco Electric Grill has met our expectations. We are condo owners and there is a restriction on gas grills. We have not been able to determine a significant difference in taste on meats cooked on the electric grill versus a gas grill. Cleaning is not as easy as we would like but I don't think any grill can be made to be easily cleaned. We are very pleased after having and using the grill for about 3 weeks.Meco 9325 Deluxe Electric Cart Grill, Satin Black

I live in a condominium where we are not allowed gas grills. I had a previous version of this grill and always loved it. I like the fact that you could put briquettes on the bottom grate so after it is used a few times, the drippings help make the food taste more like actual gas/charcoal grilling. I love it!