The 10 Best Grills For Tailgating

The four reliable stainless steel burners on the Blackstone Outdoor (around $370) mean you can utilize four isolated cooking zones, allowing you to tailor your approach to multiple different foods simultaneously. It even includes integrated garbage bag hooks.

If the Weber Q1000 (about $179) looks like a good time waiting to happen, that’s because it is. Lightweight and portable, it’s equally useful during a remote outdoor excursion as it is in the parking lot next to the stadium. It’ll easily cook six burgers at once.

The 17-inch version of the Blackstone Tabletop (appx. $136) will come in handy for a small group camping trip, while the 22-inch model may be a little better suited for larger backyard gatherings. It has a professional look, making it a logical choice for use at events.

For a relatively small model, the Coleman RoadTrip (around $229) can really kick it up a notch, quickly generating substantial heat for its 285 square inches of cooking space. It’s constructed with two rigid side tables for staging utensils and ingredients.

There will be no doubt as to who is the life of the pregame party when you cruise up with the StowAway Clear (appx. $669). This culinary station, which mounts to the hitch of your vehicle’s trailer, swings out from its traveling position to lock into place when you’re ready to use it.

By its nature, grilling can be a bit of a messy undertaking — but with the Gourmia Turbo (around $64), not so much. A removable battery-operated fan and drip tray make for a speedy dismantling and cleanup. Plus, it weighs less than eight pounds.

A nifty countertop model, the Solaire SOL-IR17BWR (about $469) will make quick work of four burgers with its grilling area of 140 square inches. It also features a sizable warming rack, and adjustable feet you can customize for use on different surfaces.

It’s certainly not a heavy-duty option, but the Moskus Gear Mini (about $24) should serve you well as long as you set it up on a stable surface and avoid windy conditions. This charcoal-powered model is ideal for a couple on a camping trip or a pair of fishing buddies.

Powered by lightweight propane cylinders, the Smoke Hollow 205 (appx. $95) is a nice choice for families who enjoy weekend outings to the beach or picnics in the park. It looks sharp out in the sun and gets hot in a snap once you light it up.

Due to its super-compact size, you’ll only be able to cook a couple of items at the same time on the Gibson Home (around $36). That being said, it's extremely easy to travel with, and it serves as an entertaining raffle prize or novelty gift at a Super Bowl party.