A tabletop flat top griddle turns a tailgate or campsite into a breakfast and burger station. Most run on propane, sit on a folding table or tailgate and give you a big steel plate for pancakes, eggs, smash burgers and vegetables. Size, burner output and grease handling decide how well one fits a trip.
The six griddles below run from a compact briefcase-style camping model to 22 inch two-burner units. Sizes, weights and BTU figures come from each product’s listing page and are the makers’ own. We have not used these griddles ourselves.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Cooking area | More square inches feed more people at once |
| Burners and BTU | Two burners give two heat zones; check whether a BTU figure is per burner or total |
| Weight and footprint | You carry it and need a table that fits it |
| Grease handling | A rear channel or drain with a cup or tray keeps cleanup simple |
| Cover or lid | Protects the plate during storage and transport |
Specs at a Glance
| Griddle | Size and weight | Cooking area and heat | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstone 1666 | 22 in class; weight not read | 361 sq in; BTU not read | Two H-shaped burners; rear grease system |
| VEVOR 22 in | 20.7 x 24.1 x 11.5 in; 38.6 lb | 362 sq in; 2 x 11,000 BTU | Lid; oil drain hole and tray |
| Pit Boss 2 burner | 17.7 x 27.9 x 8.3 in; 27.3 lb | 265 sq in; 18,000 BTU | Soft cover; 3 mm plate; EZ Access grease trap |
| Royal Gourmet PD1301R | 25 x 16.3 x 7.9 in; 30 lb | 316 or 319 sq in; 25,500 BTU total or 8,500 per burner | Three burners; cover; detachable top |
| Royal Gourmet PD1502H | 19.69 x 18.7 x 9.84 in; 23.2 lb | 211 sq in; 17,000 BTU | Hood; piezo ignition; grease cup |
| Blackstone 2363 | 17 x 21 x 5.83 in; 26 lb | 20 x 14 in plate; BTU not read | Briefcase design; non-stick coating; leveling feet |
The 6 Best Flat Top Griddles for Tailgating
1. Blackstone 1666 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle
A 22 inch rolled steel tabletop griddle with 361 square inches of cooking space and two independently controlled H-shaped burners. The maker says it handles up to 14 burgers, 10 pancakes or 60 hot dogs, and it has a rear grease management system with a collection cup. The page we read gave no weight or BTU figure.
Suits: a classic two-zone griddle for a small group. Strengths: two zones and a rear grease cup. Weaknesses: missing weight and BTU details on the page. Skip it if you want a cover or lid included.
View Blackstone 1666 22 Inch Tabletop Griddle with Stainless Faceplate on Amazon
2. VEVOR 22 Inch 2 Burner Tabletop Gas Griddle with Lid
A 22 inch propane griddle with a lid, 362 square inches of cooking area (22.24 by 16.3 inches), two 11,000 BTU burners for 22,000 total, an oil drain hole and a collection tray. It measures 20.7 by 24.1 by 11.5 inches, weighs 38.6 pounds and connects to a 1 pound canister or a propane tank, neither included.
Suits: a large plate with a lid. Strengths: a lid and the full area at a clear size. Weaknesses: the heaviest here. Skip it if you carry gear a long way.
View VEVOR 22 Inch 2 Burner Tabletop Gas Griddle with Lid on Amazon
3. Pit Boss 2 Burner Portable Tabletop Griddle
A two-burner propane griddle with 265 square inches (an 18.5 by 14.33 inch top), 18,000 BTU, a 3 mm thick plate, push-and-turn ignition, an EZ Access grease trap and a custom-fit soft cover. It measures 17.7 by 27.9 by 8.3 inches and weighs 27.3 pounds, with four adjustable legs.
Suits: a mid-size griddle with a cover. Strengths: a cover and adjustable legs. Weaknesses: less area than the 22 inch models. Skip it if you cook for a big crowd.
View Pit Boss 2 Burner Propane Portable Tabletop Griddle with Soft Cover on Amazon
4. Royal Gourmet PD1301R 3 Burner Tabletop Griddle
A three-burner propane griddle measuring 25 by 16.3 by 7.9 inches and weighing 30 pounds, with piezo ignition, a slide-out grease cup, a cover and a detachable griddle top. The data conflict: the spec table shows 319 square inches and 8,500 BTU, while the description says 316 square inches and 25,500 BTU in total, which matches three burners of 8,500 each.
Suits: three heat zones. Strengths: three burners and a detachable top for washing. Weaknesses: conflicting figures on the listing. Skip it if you want a clean spec sheet.
View Royal Gourmet PD1301R 3 Burner Tabletop Propane Griddle with Cover on Amazon
5. Royal Gourmet PD1502H 2 Burner Griddle with Hood
A compact two-burner griddle with a 3.5 mm top, 211 square inches of cooking area, 17,000 BTU in total, piezo ignition, a hood and a grease drain into a removable cup. It measures 19.69 by 18.7 by 9.84 inches and weighs 23.2 pounds, and the maker says it cooks up to 6 burgers at once.
Suits: a small, lighter griddle. Strengths: the lowest weight of the propane models and a hood. Weaknesses: the smallest cooking area. Skip it if you feed more than a few people.
View Royal Gourmet PD1502H Portable 2 Burner Gas Griddle with Hood on Amazon
6. Blackstone 2363 Camping Griddle 20 x 14 Inch
A briefcase-style camping griddle with a 20 by 14 inch plate in a ceramic titanium non-stick coating, latches and a carry handle, a stowaway rear grease management system and leveling feet. It measures 17 by 21 by 5.83 inches and weighs 26 pounds. The maker says it is not for use with metal utensils or orange scrub pads. No BTU figure appeared on the page we read.
Suits: a packable trip griddle. Strengths: a closing case and a non-stick surface. Weaknesses: no metal utensils. Skip it if you like to scrape with a metal spatula.
View Blackstone 2363 Camping Griddle 20 x 14 Inch on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Set the griddle on a level, stable surface before lighting it.
- Check hoses and connections as the maker directs.
- Empty the grease cup or tray after each cook.
- Let the plate cool, wipe it clean and oil it lightly before storage.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Reading a per-burner BTU figure as the total.
- Forgetting that the propane source is often not included.
- Using metal tools on a non-stick plate.
- Packing the griddle away with food residue on the plate.
Flat Top Griddle FAQ
Which has the most cooking area?
The VEVOR lists 362 square inches and the Blackstone 1666 lists 361.
Is propane included?
The VEVOR and Royal Gourmet pages say the tank or canister is not included. Check each listing before you order.
The Short Version
For the classic 22 inch size, the Blackstone 1666. For a lid and 362 square inches, the VEVOR. For a cover and legs, the Pit Boss. For three burners, the Royal Gourmet PD1301R. For a light hooded unit, the PD1502H. For a packable case, the Blackstone 2363.
