8 Best Charcoal Portable BBQ Systems – table top grilling wonders

Samuel J Tan BBQ, Home & Kitchen, Kitchen 0

Barbecues are the perfect solution to a great outdoor meal; laid back, relaxed, fun, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful day. That said, there’s nothing more enticing that a casual meal with friends surrounded by nature, whether in the park, woodlands, on a beach or even by a lake or stream.

A combination of both is made possible by a host of options when it comes to portable barbecues. From the Cobb system to the stylish Weber solutions there are a range of portable charcoal grills to suit every budget and style.

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Top 8 Best Portable Grill Barbecues

In this post we look at the best charcoal portable barbecue systems.

Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill – RECTANGULAR
Weber Jumbo Joe 18-Inch Portable Grill – CIRCULAR
Weber Smokey Joe 14-Inch Portable Grill – CIRCULAR
Cobb Supreme Starter Pack With Roast Rack and Carry Bag – CIRCULAR
Weber Smokey Joe Premium 14-Inch Portable Grill – CIRCULAR
Cobb Premier BBQ Starter Pack including Carry Bag – OVAL
Char-Griller 2-2424 Table Top Charcoal Grill and Side Fire Box – BARREL
Cuisinart CCG-100 GrateLifter Portable Charcoal Grill – RECTANGULAR

BONUS: Lodge L410 Pre-Seasoned Sportsman’s Charcoal Grill

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A Closer Look

1. Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill – RECTANGULAR

This grill offers 160-square-inches of cooking surface on the triple nickel-plated cooking grate
The porcelain enameled coating prevents rust and fading
Pivoting legs lock the lid in place for add safety and ease of carriage
Adjustable inflow vent at the bottom of the unit, and outflow vents on the lid
Packs away nicely in a tight space

2. Weber Jumbo Joe 18-Inch Portable Grill –CIRCULAR

The Weber Jumbo Joe is a portable and big round kettle barbecue measuring 18.5-inch in diameter.

Porcelain-enameled bowl and lid with a cooking area of 240 square inch
18.5-inch diameter plated steel cooking grate
Rust-resistant aluminum dampers and ash catcher
One glass-reinforced nylon handle
Assembled dimensions 19.75-inch x 20.5-inch x 19.75-inch

3. Weber Smokey Joe 14-inch Portable Grill – CIRCULAR

The original Smokey Joe available only in black does not come with Tuck-N-Carry lid lock and holder to keep the lid secure when transporting so while it is small and portable, you will need to find a way to secure the lid. Paying a bit more gets you the Smokey Joe Premium, also on our list. The premium comes with the Tuck-N-Carry lid lock and is available in 4 colours.

Cooks for 4 people with approx. 165 square inch cooking area
The cooking grate measures 14-1/2-inch diameter and is triple nickel-plated
Dimensions 46 X 36 X 39 (cm)
Available in Black
Feature: Triple plated cooking grate, glass reinforced nylon handle, porcelain enameled coating rust proof and chip resistant body, complete heat control and ideal for on-the-go barbecuing.

4. Cobb Supreme Starter Pack With Roast Rack and Carry Bag – CIRCULAR

Weigh: 6.9 kilograms and over 80% bigger in size, the Cobb Supreme is simply more sociable.
Allowing you to cook 2 chickens and vegetables simultaneously with only 2 Cobble Stones or 12 to 20 charcoal briquettes (depending on timing or heat required).
Made of the highest grade stainless Steel, economical and user friendly.

5. Weber Smokey Joe Premium 14-Inch Portable Grill – CIRCULAR

The same 14-inch circular barbecue except, the Premium is available in four different colours and comes with Tuck-N-Carry lid lock and holders for ease of carrying and moving, keeping the lid securely in place. Available in Crimson Red, Smoke Grey, Slate Blue and Spring Green.

Cooks for 4 people with approx. 165 square inch cooking area
Dimensions 46 X 36 X 39 (cm), cooking grate measures 14-1/2-inch diameter
Available in Black
Feature: Tripple plated cooking grate, rust proof and chip resistant body, Tuck-N-Carry lid lock and holders, complete heat control and ideal for on-the-go barbecuing.

6. Cobb Premier BBQ Starter Pack including Carry Bag – OVAL

The Cobb is a compact, portable, versatile, energy efficient cooker. It is great for cooking outdoors, like on a camping trip, or at home.
The Cobb is easy to carry and weighs only 8.8lbs (4kg). It is also very fuel efficient and uses only 8 – 10 charcoal briquets or one Cobble Stone for a minimum of 2 hours of cooking.
The Cobb Grill can roast, bake, smoke and fry. It can even bake a pizza!
The safe cool-to-touch base makes it ideal for taking anywhere or place on ANY surface. No heat is ever transferred through the base.
The cooking surface is designed in a way not to allow fats and juices to drip onto the charcoal.

7. Char-Griller 2-2424 Table Top Charcoal Grill and Side Fire Box – BARREL

Removable ash pan for easy coal clean up
This is an offset firepit for Texas style smoker, it will mount to an optional stand or mounted on the side of a horizontal Texas style smoker as a firebox.
Heavy steel construction, Cast iron cooking grates, 250 -square inch of primary cooking space
Sliding drawer for easy access to coals and ashes, easy dump ash pan and stay cool hood handle

8. Cuisinart CCG-100 GrateLifter Portable Charcoal Grill – RECTANGULAR

240-square-inch cooking surface, ultra-portable grill featuring unique lift system to access charcoal bed without touching cooking grate
Precision air flow system allows accurate temperature management; Convenient lid-mounted temperature gauge
Durable porcelain enamel cover, Large ash collection bin for easy cleaning, Sturdy base offers stability while grilling