Frequently Asked Questions
Commercial grills and griddles provide versatile cooking options for busy professional kitchens. From toasted sandwiches and paninis to burgers, breakfast dishes and grilled proteins, different grill styles are suited to different menus and cooking methods.
What is a commercial contact grill?
A commercial contact grill uses heated upper and lower plates that close around the food. This allows food to cook from both sides at once and makes contact grills useful for paninis, toasted sandwiches, burgers, chicken and other menu items. They are particularly popular in cafes, sandwich shops, pubs and quick-service kitchens.
What is the difference between a commercial contact grill and a commercial griddle?
A commercial contact grill cooks food between heated upper and lower plates. It is particularly useful for toasted sandwiches, paninis and foods that benefit from cooking on both sides. A commercial griddle has a flat heated surface and provides more open cooking space for foods such as eggs, bacon, burgers and pancakes.
Are contact grills suitable for cafes?
Yes. Commercial contact grills can be a practical choice for cafes because they are compact and suitable for popular menu items such as paninis, toasted sandwiches and grilled fillings. When choosing a model, consider the cooking plate size, available counter space and expected number of orders during busy periods.
What businesses use commercial grills and griddles?
Commercial grills and griddles are suitable for restaurants, cafes, pubs, hotels, takeaways, sandwich shops, breakfast venues and other catering businesses. Different models are suited to different workloads, so consider your menu, service volume and available kitchen space when choosing equipment.
Where can I buy commercial grills and griddles?
At IG Group, we supply commercial grills and griddles for professional catering and hospitality environments with competitive prices and fast UK delivery. Browse our range online to compare contact grills, flat-top griddles and gas and electric models in different sizes and configurations.
From compact commercial contact grills to larger gas and electric griddles, we offer professional cooking equipment for a wide range of catering environments. Explore our commercial grills and griddles to compare cooking surfaces, sizes, power options and configurations and find equipment suited to your menu and kitchen.
