How many people can the 28-inch griddle cook for?

The 517-square-inch surface handles a family meal or a small crowd in one or two batches. Two heat zones let you keep one side warm while finishing the other.

Does the Omnivore plate really heat more evenly?

Blackstone designed the Omnivore plate for even heat distribution and faster temperature recovery, and owners generally report fewer hot spots than on earlier plates.

Can I cook with the hood down?

Yes. The built-in hood supports covered cooking and also protects the surface between uses.

The rear grease management system channels grease to a trap at the back, which owners find simpler than front-drain setups. The trap needs emptying after greasy cooks.

Does it run on propane only?

Yes, it is propane-powered. There is no natural gas configuration on this model.

How does it compare with the 36-inch Blackstone?

The 36-inch gives you more cooking surface and higher total output, while the 28-inch is smaller, lighter and easier to move on its caster wheels.

Where is the Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle with Hood - 2287 cheapest?

At Amazon, for $369.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle with Hood - 2287?

2 stores we checked sell it, including My Premier Backyard, Amazon.

Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle with Hood - 2287

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What reviewers say

Owners of Blackstone griddles generally praise even heating, roomy cooking space and easy cleanup, and the Omnivore plate is noted for faster heat recovery and lower propane use than earlier plates. Common complaints center on modest searing power, hood and grease-trap upkeep, and short warranty coverage.

What people mention

Heat evennessPraisedOwners say the Omnivore plate spreads heat evenly with few hot spots.
Heat recoveryPraisedReviewers note the surface bounces back quickly after food goes on.
Propane usePraisedOwners report the Omnivore plate uses less propane than older Blackstone plates.
Searing powerMixedSome say the roughly 24,000 BTU total is fine for everyday cooking but slow for a hard sear on a full load.
CleanupPraisedThe rear grease management system is called easier than front-drain designs.
WarrantyCriticisedBuyers complain the one-year coverage is short for an outdoor cooker.

About the Blackstone 28-Inch Griddle with Hood - 2287

The Blackstone 28-Inch Omnivore Griddle with Hood is a propane-powered outdoor griddle with a 517-square-inch cooking surface. Two burners give it two independently controlled heat zones, so different foods can cook at different temperatures at the same time.

The Omnivore Griddle Plate Technology promotes even heat distribution, faster temperature recovery and efficient propane use. A built-in hood protects the cooking surface between uses and supports covered cooking. The Rear Grease Management System is designed to simplify cleanup.

Two side shelves with integrated tool hooks provide workspace and storage. The Blackstone Accessory Rail (BAR) System and an accessory bin are included. Two caster wheels make it easier to reposition. Ignition is electronic push-button.

Brand

Blackstone

Model

2287

Type

Outdoor gas griddle

Fuel

Liquid propane

Burners

Heat zones

Two independently controlled zones

Heat output