The Weber Q300 – A Superbly Engineered Portable Gas Grill
REVIEW:
The Weber Q300 Gas Grill is a superbly engineered gas grill and constructed of top quality materials. The grill is manufactured from glass reinforced nylon, sturdy and durable high quality thermoplastic, a cast-aluminum lid & body and then some heavy porcelain-enameled cast-iron where it really matters….where you’ll be grilling those juicy steaks.
The cast iron grates are amazing to cook on and it’s these high quality grates that really makes this a fantastic grill. Yes there are some other nice features as well, but it’s the heavy porcelain-enameled cast iron grates that make Weber Q Series Grills what they are…superb quality. The slats on the grate are flatter, wider and spaced close together allowing you to even grill fish without the use of other grilling equipment. Steaks sear wonderfully on the Q300 and with 393 square inches of real cooking space that provide great and even heat distribution, you’ll have enough surface space to easily grill for 6-8 people.
Two Stainless Steel Burners deliver maximum heat which ensures the grate is hot enough for effortless cooking. The burners of the Q300 light up easily with the push-button ignition and in no time (5 – 10 minutes) the inside temperature reaches between 500 – 600 degrees F. The built-in thermometer which is placed conveniently on the front of the lid allows for easy monitoring of the grills temperature. Enjoy doing a bit of indirect cooking? No problem for the Q300. Only turn on the side burners (leave center burner off) and you will be able to do some indirect cooking.
The Q300 Gas Grill is supplied with the required accessories for connecting to a 20lb liquid propane tank (the tank is however not included). The Stationary Cart, which is supplied with the Q300, has a tank screen that keeps the tank discreetly out of view. The cart is however not fully stationary and has two wheels for easy mobility around the back yard. The grill can be detached from the cart quite easily by removing a few bolts. The grill has two folding side tables that are not just there for show and actually very useful. Great for keeping your grill tools or any other grilling accessories within arms length. The fold up tables also ensures easy storage with a neat appearance. Another fantastic quality feature that is not so well known is that Weber grills under go testing for extreme weather conditions. All to ensure the grill will hold up against the harshest conditions.
Cleaning the grill is not too difficult at all. The grate pretty much becomes self cleaning once the grill has been heated up to about 600 degrees F. Once cooled the grate can be scraped with a bronze-bristle brush. The grate can also easily be removed (once cooled of course) and cleaned with some hot soapy water (mild dish washing liquid). This type of cleaning (burn-off / soapy water) will however require the grill to be seasoned again.Replacing or cleaning the drip which is situated at the bottom of the grill is also extremely easy.
The Weber Q300 Gas Grill is perfect for anyone who requires:
(a) A grill for smaller entertainment area’s.
(b) A good value for money grill (Weber is synonymous with Grilling and Quality).
(c) A portable grill big enough for 6 – 8 people.
(d) A compact grill that isn’t too small.
FEATURES:
– 393 Square Inch Total Cooking Area
– 2 Porcelain-Enameled Cast-Iron Cooking Grates
– 2 Stainless Steel Burners
– Infinite Control Burner Valves
– 21 700 BTU-Per-Hour Input
– Push Button Ignition
– Stationary Cart
– Cast Aluminum Lid & Body with Drip Ducts
– Glass Reinforced Nylon Frame
– Tall Lid Profile with Built-in Thermometer
– Removable Catch Pan
– 2 Removable Folding Work Tables
– Heat Resistant Lid Handle
– Tool Holders
– Weber Q Recipe Booklet
– Limited Warranty
Weber Q300 Limited Warranty:
Weber offer a limited warranty on different parts of the grill:
> 5 Years on the Aluminum Castings with 2 years on the paint (excluding fading or discoloration)
> 5 Years on the Thermoplastic Parts (excluding fading)
> 2 Years on the Stationary Cart
> 2 Years on all Remaining Parts
CONS:
There are very few complaints about the Q300 and these are hardly worth mentioning, but we will note them non the less. Most of the complaints were about damaged parts during shipping, grate cleaning problems and believe it or not a complaint about marinade burning the food when using this grill (what a load of you know what). Besides for the damaged part complaint, the rest don’t make much sense. Cleaning any grill is not as easy as washing a knife & fork for example. The cleaning complaint probably has more to do with the fact that these individuals expect to be able to clean a grill as easy as what they do normal dishes which of course is not the case with any grill. The complaint about the grill burning the food……..well, this complaint sounds a little like someone is still learning the ropes when it comes to grilling as this is the one and only such complaint we found out of more than a 1000 reviews on Weber grills. As for the damaged parts – Weber takes extreme care when packing the grills and plenty of padding is used to protect the various components. Unfortunately though unavoidable mishaps sometimes do occur when goods are in transit. Even though damaged goods appears to be the most regular complaint, this complaint is still few and far between with 99% of customers receiving all there grill parts intact. However, should you by some off chance receive a damaged part, just get in contact with Weber. Their customer service and product support is second to none.
ADVICE & TIPS:
(1) Heat up the grill for about 5-10 minutes with the lid closed before you start cooking. You can just drop the heat as required when you start grilling.
(2) Invest in a vinyl cover – it will prolong the life of your grill and protect it from discoloration, dust, debris etc. (Weber 6553 Premium Vinyl Cover fits perfectly).
(3) Wait a few seconds after turning on the burners before pushing the ignition button.
(4) Wash the protective wax coating off the grate with a bit of mild dish washing liquid before your first grill otherwise your food might taste a bit funny as a result of the coating (probably a good tip for any new grill).
(5) Seasoning your Q300 before you grill that first juicy steak is recommended (but not compulsory). Apply a thin coat of solid vegetable shortening over the entire grill. Preheat grill for 15 minutes and then place grates in the grill. While still keeping the lid closed you now reduce the heat setting to Medium-Off-Medium. Allow grill to heat grates for 1 to 1.5 hours and turn the burners off. Don’t remove the grate until the grill has cooled. Seasoning is definitely not a prerequisite before you start grilling, but it will ensure an even better performance from your grill.
(6) Buy a tank with a pressure gauge on so that you don’t continuously have to try and figure out how much gas is left in the tank.
CONCLUSION:
The Weber Q300 Gas Grill just continues the trend set by the other Q Grills in the series. It’s Weber top notch quality as usual, easy to assemble, pretty easy to clean, grills delicious meals and has brilliant and even heat distribution. The additional features like the side plates or the thermometer are not just gimmicks – these features actually enhance your grilling experience. Don’t stress about certain parts being plastic. The plastic parts are high quality durable thermoplastic that will last and of course no rust problems with plastic. The Weber brand might be more expensive than some of the cheaper grills, but it’s worth every cent for one reason – Fantastic Quality. Whether it’s Weber’s legendary customer service or the grill itself, quality is what you can expect and what you’ll get. If you require a reliable and superb quality grill that can handle cooking for 6-8 people or smallish parties and still be used as a portable grill, then you’ll absolutely love the Weber Q300 Gas Grill.
BUYING OPTIONS:
Love this grill and want to know where you can buy a Weber Q300 Gas Grill online with peace of mind? Just click on the following link – Weber Q300 – or any of the links in the article and you will be directed to the review page for the Q300 at Smokin Hot Gas Grills.com. There you will find images of the Q300 as well as buying details for the online retailer. They offer:
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