NEW PIT BOSS ULTIMATE GRIDDLE FIRST LOOK! With BONUS SMASHBURGER COOK!

[@CookingWithCJ]

***Corrections and Retractions on the video*** 1 - After I made the video I was told Pit Boss doesn’t recommend using metal utensils. Even though their pictures show metal spatulas. 2 - They’re available at some Bass Pro Shops. Supposedly available online in 4-6 weeks. 3 - Cost is around $400.

[@AndrewSmith-mk2tm]

What type of utensils do you/Pitt boss recommend?

[@gosman949]

If you can't use metal spatulas, what was the Boss thinking of!

[@kinggc3674]

Where did you get this would be $400? It's popping up everywhere at $700

[@gosman949]

@@kinggc3674 I'm sure the answer is still the convoluted supply chain and inflation answer!

[@martinbear8791]

@@kinggc3674 I bought the same one but with only 3 burners for 800 😳

[@brendanorris8602]

Have loved cooking on griddles over the years so really not sure why I haven’t purchased one yet. This one in particular truly stands out for me. I just bought a Pit Boss Grill/charcoal/smoker and had some issues (1 damaged, missing a part, wrong lid)with 3 of them in a row. Pit Boss makes Walmart go good for there product because there a dealer for them. Walmart’s not the easiest to deal with. The price of them are way higher then $400 from where I have seen then. Here in Maine in my town they are going for $700-$800. My intentions were Pit Boss all the way. Watching your videos are so enticing to go get one, Lol. Every time I do there sold out. Hot item and very hard to get right now. Keep up your videos and proving “They are the Bomb” Griddle right now. My son has Blackstone and he really loves his. He keeps teasing me about getting mine so we can compare products and have a cookout to see if there’s any difference in performance haha. We are huge grill/smoker fans year round!!!

[@frankbonfilio7443]

Thanks for the video, I was in the marker for a griddle, your video put me over the edge for the Pitt Boss

[@CookingWithCJ]

Awesome!

[@westtexasconstruction]

I just picked up my new 536, fixing to fire it up and get my smash on

[@CookingWithCJ]

Right on!

[@waltwins]

I’ve watched this video about 5-6 times - man, those burgers were legit, and the cook looked amazing on the ceramic top - not sure why I’m so drawn to it man, great vid! You know I smashed the like button the way you smashed that beef brother!! 💪💪🔥🔥 Adam

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks brother! Can’t wait to put it up against the black stone.

[@davepool5804]

Waltwins what happened to the Blackstone videos? I mean pit boss makes a really nice smoker but when it comes to a flat top griddle you're going to want that cold rolled steel because you will be replacing that thing due to all the metal utensils that you accidentally use on it I know I've ruined many ceramic pans lol. I do understand pit boss is your sponsor though so you probably can't do Blackstone videos anymore. That previous generation of pit boss griddles looks pretty cool never cooked on one but the top wasn't ceramic and the lids were pretty flat. I like that.

[@bobb5219]

Great video CJ

[@CookingWithCJ]

thank you!

[@robbruce1800]

Can you provide the depth and width of the lift off component? Going to make it a table top unit and have limited space. Thanks!

[@AmandaBurnsTendaena]

I just bought a 3 burner one of these. I've been wanting a griddle for a long time but I didn't want to deal with a steel one. I can't wait to use it.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Awesome!

[@MrJstar691]

Hello, do you need to use the stand ? And then burgers look epic

[@CookingWithCJ]

No you don’t, the main griddle part can lift off the stand. And thanks!

[@MrJstar691]

Thanks for the advice I’ve just ordered a 4 burner and utensils 💪😎

[@CookingWithCJ]

@@MrJstar691 awesome

[@BigBoonski]

This video was made 2years ago would love to know how the surface has held up?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Still doing good for me.

[@donttellmewhattodo9664]

What are the pros and cons vs a traditional grill like Weber?

[@CookingWithCJ]

This is easier to clean up.

[@daddydutchbbq]

Nice new griddle ! Ceramic top looks great ! Congrats Boo !

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks brother! I dig it!

[@chilidog1]

What a nice first cook on that beautiful Pit Boss!! I really like that Blue on that Black like that, it looks really sweet. I read what Grill Sergeant said about using the metal utensils. I was actually stoked to see that it was ok to use either one without messing up the surface. It wouldn't prevent me from getting one though. Nice Griddle CJ. Cheers! 🌭🍺

[@CookingWithCJ]

Right on! I dig the look too. I had a long chat with the boys at pit boss on the surface. It still cooks like a champ tho.

[@farmerfrance4397]

If i took an angle grinder with a wire brush head to the surface, could i remove the nonstick top so it would have a traditional steel top like a blackstone??

[@CookingWithCJ]

I have no idea. But I think that would defeat the purpose of having non stick surface.

[@kimomme8840]

Greetings from Denmark 🇩🇰 I’m close to buying this one, but I’m wondering what you see as the main differences is between the 4 vs the 5 burner? Thanks😊

[@geedubbya4432]

Thoughts on metal spatula to the nonstick?

[@CookingWithCJ]

The company line, is don’t use it. But I’ve used metal on it and with just normal use, I’ve had no issues. But I’m not trying grind or scratch the surface.

[@MelvinJones-u5x]

Do the knobs light up in blue behind the knob?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Not on this one

[@dustinmcdougall2674]

Just got this, I’m having a hard time adjusting the temperature on this griddle seems to just want to stay on high and not responding to any movement…

[@pamhicks7408]

What is the nonstick surface made of i know it’s ceramic but what is the black coating on the ceramic?

[@gtsbarbecueandcuisine4837]

Pretty sweet cooker CJ. Lots of thought went into that. Nice work on the burgers!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thank you sir! Appreciate it

[@vicfontaine5130]

Does it work on natural gas as well

[@CookingWithCJ]

I believe there is a conversion kit for it, but you’d need to check their site.

[@pawebrak9860]

Does it brown food well? I love making hash browns, but they need to be dark golden and crispy like when I do them in a skillet. Will this work?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Yes it does. Just as good as the steel griddles.

[@mrderek800]

has there been any damage noticed with using the metal utensils? Or would you recommend using the pit boss plastic utensils instead?

[@CookingWithCJ]

I bought the pit boss utensils and they work great.

[@mrderek800]

@@CookingWithCJ uhhh, CJ. I don’t think that quite answered my question, lol. But I appreciate the effort.

[@CookingWithCJ]

@@mrderek800 sorry, no I didn’t notice any damage when I used metal utensils. But, I haven’t used metal since I bought the pit boss plastic ones.

[@mrderek800]

@@CookingWithCJ is there one you would recommend over the other? Plastic or metal cooking utensils? With the ceramic cooktop. Or does it not matter if you are careful?

[@CookingWithCJ]

@@mrderek800 I’d go with plastic or silicone. Just takes the need to be careful out of the equation.

[@shaunlavigne100]

What type of burners does it have are they stainless steel?

[@aquaticamigo6439]

😂 great vedio bud gracias 🙏🏼

[@CookingWithCJ]

Cheers!

[@phillipmccann98]

I just got a 4 burner Pitboss placha are the knobs supposed to illuminate

[@CookingWithCJ]

No l, as far as I know that’s only on the 5 burner.

[@phillipmccann98]

Thanks, for that CJ

[@markgold695]

just got mine delivered yesterday a 3 burner just wish it came with a cover to cover the whole thing for the price

[@dontonysgarage4730]

That's cool! Awesome looking burgers!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks bro!

[@groovyengineer]

Prawns to Pancakes, this thing is awesome and you can feed some serious amounts of people.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@nathanthomas8184]

You JUST can't beat IT, So right you ARE Cj . Could you put a Bar fridge underneath the Pit Boss Rig on its Stand?. It looked like a decent space? Griddle on Brother all the way Down under , You put a smile on my dial on YOUR way & mine of a Cook-off

[@CookingWithCJ]

Love that idea!! Gonna look into it. Little beer fridge for sure. Cheers

[@johntmasseyjr]

Fairly new subbie here. I'm diggin the content so far.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Hey I appreciate it. Have a good one!

[@aquaaddict10]

great vids! Do you know the dimensions LxWxH with the shelves in the down position?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks! Not off hand. I’d have to measure it. I think they have the dementions on their site.

[@GrillSergeant]

Great video CJ! That griddle is heavy AF. One thing to note, Pit Boss is coming out with a high temp silicone griddle set because metal spatulas are a no-no on that surface. lol

[@CookingWithCJ]

That’s funny, if you look at the big ol picture they put on the griddle it shows a medal spatula. Lol

[@GrillSergeant]

@@CookingWithCJ That's freaking hilarious. I did not catch that.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Right?! That’s where I took my que from on using the metal. Lol

[@GrillSergeant]

@@CookingWithCJ Yeah Ric said you can't use metal so I hit up Pit Boss to double check. But that is a graphic design fail you found. LOL

[@daddydutchbbq]

Great job Trent ! I was expecting DJ iPad to have to do the assembly!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Trent need the $$$ more! Lol

[@TimsInsanity]

I have got to get one!!!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Yes!

[@dima8955i]

I have a weird chemical after taste on my ceramic coating. I hate it

[@vaughnprecision]

That’s a sweet setup man.!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks much!

[@HobiesGarageBBQ]

Thanks for the video, well done. Metal utensils on a ceramic surface? I think I’ll wait and look up reviews a year after it’s released to see if such a surface is even possible .

[@CookingWithCJ]

Yeah I’m curious too. I’m being told that’s they’re going to be putting out a line of silicone utensils, so I’m thinking that the metal might not be the best idea.

[@michaelschwartz529]

@@CookingWithCJ I was thinking the same thing. If a steel surface gets damaged you can revive it by grinding it down with a stone or coarse salt then reseason to renew the surface. You scratch this ceramic and it’s done.

[@lyndafall185]

We live in a much colder climate. Would that ceramic coating take being outside in the winter?

[@CookingWithCJ]

As fas as I know it’s all weather.

[@SkinnerFarms]

Good lookin burgers buddy!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks bro! Cheers

[@billwydeck7149]

Have you had any issues with food sticking to the "non-stick" surface? I bought the Pit Boss Sierra and every time I have used it, the food sticks bad.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Not so much. I still use lots of butter or oil for the flavor, so might be why my stuff doesn’t stick.

[@PrimoDjs1]

Can I stir fry on it (Mangolian style)? I also make satay, would it still give the grilled taste?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Yes you can. You’re still getting the sear with this griddle.

[@meme-yc4ks]

What bout using metal sharp edged spatulas on this ceramic flattop? I would absolutely think it would put gouges in it? Then...what if it is scratched...is the top ruined?

[@CookingWithCJ]

I found out after I filmed the video that Pit Boss doesn’t recommend using metal. Even though their material shows metal spatulas. I pinned a comment about it.

[@meme-yc4ks]

@@CookingWithCJ Figured so... I mean you cant use metal spatula's with ceramic pots/pans. I wouldnt think this would be any different..

[@brianhoman5682]

How long will the cooktop last while using metal utensils?

[@CookingWithCJ]

I honestly don’t know. I’ll be doing 6 month or yearly reviews.

[@BenDover-gz6bg]

So has the ceramic cooktop held up so far with metal spatula’s or have you swapped to nylon?

[@barrybebenek8691]

Great review video. Im SO sold on one of these things! Question: is it recommended it be warmed up on low as to not wrap the surface? thanx. 🇨🇦👍🏼

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thank you!! I fire it right up with no warm up or issues.

[@averagejoerider6352]

Do you know what the difference is between this griddle & the WM version? Price-wise it's substantial. Thanks for any info you share

[@CookingWithCJ]

I believe the Sierra version in Walmart is the same surface.

[@cherylburk4145]

What are the demensions?

[@GarySmythe]

36"x18"

[@jaynealpatel7984]

Do you know when they will be available? Cant find 4 or 4 burner anywhere

[@CookingWithCJ]

I’ve been told you can find them at some Bass Pro Shops. And should be available in 4 weeks or so.

[@jaynealpatel7984]

@@CookingWithCJ Thank you very much, was going to buy a Blackstone this wkend but im gonna wait for the Pit Boss Ultimate.

[@handgunner45ACP]

Just curious if you're still using stainless spatulas , and if so , how's the surface holding up? Just bought the 2 burner and can't find silicone tools worth a shit anywhere...

[@CookingWithCJ]

I’ve used them, and my surface has been ok. But I know pit boss doesn’t recommend metal.

[@handgunner45ACP]

@@CookingWithCJ thanks for your input, I'll use my stainless stuff until someone makes a decent non scratch set. Thanks again, happy griddling!

[@robertreed8919]

I like pittboss I have a 700-S smoker but I'll stick to my 36in Blackstone with air fryers to each there own

[@CookingWithCJ]

All good! That’s an awesome cooker!

[@apcs222]

How is the ceramic holding up? i've been hestitant worried about the longevity/flaking/chipping. I bought the pit boss ultimate today.....just got it all setup, spotted something that didnt look right, small spot, sure enough, its a brown/steel spot as the ceramic is chipped/flaked. . finger can feel the ridges. Its small, size of sharpie tip, but small or not, thats how it starts and will spread like wild fire. i hope its just exterem rare issue and i hope pit boss will take care of me. but still scary to see what might be ahead :(

[@CookingWithCJ]

So far so good. Check the Waltwins channel. They have this griddle and breakdown everything on it. Cleaning, care, maintenance, etc…

[@skymaster9484]

Even if you only got a yr out of the griddle top it would be worth to just buy a new top opposed to the cleanup and upkeep of a rooled steel.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks for watching!

[@Boone9269]

Whats the MSRP gonna be?

[@CookingWithCJ]

I was told around $400.

[@condermachine2916]

Awesome video CJ. I’ve seen this griddle on 4 channels now and I can’t wait for it to become available. Anyone know when?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Appreciate it! And sorry I don’t know yet.

[@bobbicatton]

Great looking griddle. I'll be curious to see how the surface holds up over time.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Hey thanks Bobbi! Me too

[@Jaylee549]

Any update regarding cook surface? Is it holding up?

[@Jaylee549]

Great video!! Thanks for sharing!!:)

[@garrettgonsalves6224]

Not sure if it’s been asked but do you think it could get built into an outdoor kitchen

[@CookingWithCJ]

I think so. The whole top comes off from the stand. I was going to eventually make it a table top griddle in my backyard.

[@garrettgonsalves6224]

@@CookingWithCJ awesome thanks for reply if you do so please make a video as I will be super curious. Great content, subscribed.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Appreciate it! Cheers o

[@tompatneaude4358]

Looks great - is the grill made in the USA?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks! I don’t believe so.

[@GarySmythe]

It's made in China!

[@joelcastillo7917]

Very nice griddle!! When do you think they will come out with these?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks! They’re available in bass pro shops and will be available online in 4-6 weeks.

[@JoshandBabe]

One powerful inch. LOL. Griddle looks very nice. Burgers looked fire !!

[@CookingWithCJ]

Bring the power! Cheers brother!

[@timbuktu7753]

Not that i can afford it but how much for this monster?

[@CookingWithCJ]

I’m being told it’s $400 or there abouts.

[@timbuktu7753]

@@CookingWithCJ Oh ok thanks brother👍

[@theupsideofdownsizing]

Half the fun of using a griddle is going to town with your metal utensils. Great looking unit though. Question: was the grease catch cup big enough?

[@CookingWithCJ]

Hey there, yeah it is. Pretty big actually.

[@Avocado818]

Wow the pit boss is so much better than the blackstone, I tend to not use my blackstone because cleaning it is such a hassle, this nonstick seems so effortless to use

[@CookingWithCJ]

The clean up is the easiest.

[@EpicConspiracy]

They messed up putting the grease drain in front corner. That ruins a griddle. Needs to be in the back. Hopefully they fix it with next years model. The no seasoning got my attention. Much easier to maintain than a blackstone type griddle if the griddle top holds up over time.

[@CookingWithCJ]

I’ve never had a griddle with the trap in back so I don’t miss it. I’m interested in seeing how the surface holds up too.

[@thegrumpyolgringo]

I like the looks of this griddle and the concept. I really like the armor coating, I wonder why it has taken the industry so long to come up with this idea. However,it looks to have the same problems as the Blackstone griddle, with no wind protection under the griddle top. Any idea of the price range.?? Nicely Done. Thanks for sharing. 😎.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks brother! Appreciate you watching!

[@jessr.2490]

Because it’s a generally unnecessary extra step for manufacturing, and using, a griddle. These days, most people don’t have a clue how simple it is to maintain cast iron and carbon steel cookware. My gut feeling is that this is a novelty that will sell well today, but ultimately the units won’t hold up to the test of time like a traditional griddle top.

[@MW-zy5gi]

looks nice but i really love my blackstone griddle, that surface there kinda scares me

[@CookingWithCJ]

Yeah it’s deferent. Let’s see how it holds up.

[@jaybooth4815]

Great review and first cook CJ! That Pit Boss looks heavy duty! What were the flat top temps? Does it have leveling casters on the legs? That ceramic coating is great! Those smash burgers looked awesome! Cheers brother!

[@CookingWithCJ]

No leveling as far as I can tell. I had one side a little over 400f. Still gotta have some more cooks to get used to it. Appreciate ya watching! Cheers

[@WeaponsArtist]

It does level, just got mine. You level at the cooking surface

[@RedBeard10118]

Lifting that is light work for us fedex and ups guys lol. Those USPS guys might fuck it up though.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Lol!! 😂😂😂

[@aunteedaphne3137]

Hey Nephew hey, nice easy to use griddle. I would eat up those juicy smash burgers. Auntee loves you to life

[@CookingWithCJ]

Hey there Auntee Daphne! Thanks so much for watching! You’re just the sweetest! ❤️

[@ScottysBackYardBBQ]

i have to pay for all my pits and flat tops lol some day i be big man on youtube lol great review i may buy this, unless pit boss reads this and send me one for fee to use on my channel lol hint hint pit boss

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thank you!!

[@rollingthunder277]

Dear CJ: it was nice of your to take the blame for bending the shelf, but in your opening video, we watched your son step on it attempting to lift the griddle off the shelf still in the box. It's nice of you not to throw your son under the bus...that's my job...LOL. In my youth, I was a Grillmaster at Steak & Shake on Brentwood Blvd. In Clayton, MO and have an enormous amount of experience with cast Iron griddle/grills. IF, and I say if, commercial restaurant operations are not moving to ceramic griddles, I'm going to hold off. You never showed us how you cleaned it. And I'll bet everyone would like to see the griddle surface a year later to see how the griddle surface has held up. There have been lots of videos on who's ceramic skillet is best and there is always a caveat about, yes, you can use metal utensils but they are not recommended...because it does scratch the surface. And even if you do use non-metallic accessories, the ceramics turn color after a while, are no longer non-stick and eventually the ceramic coating does wear thin and come/chip off. For $19 skillet, I can live with having to replace every couple of years. But replacing a griddle surface every couple of years??? But thanks for your efforts. I enjoyed the video.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks for watching. And I’ll always take the heat for my boys. Couple of other tubers did “how to clean” videos. I’ll do 6 month and 12 month review videos to show how it holds up.

[@Hammertime054]

👍👍👍👍😎🇬🇧

[@CookingWithCJ]

Thanks!

[@StitchJones]

So sick of seeing these PitBoss video's. You all were in bed with Blackstone just about a year ago, and now you are all about this.

[@CookingWithCJ]

Blackstone didn’t do shit for me. You still working on the same shit as before that’s all you partner. Appreciate you bumping up my watch time.

[@christfollower122491]

Ceramic coating… absolutely not

[@Big_Daddys_smokehouse]

Did the metal utensils scratch the griddle? Are you still using metal or something else?

[@CookingWithCJ]

They didn’t when I used it. But, I switched to rubber or silicone when I cook on it now, just in case.

[@robbruce1800]

Can you provide the depth and width of the lift off component? Going to make it a table top unit and have limited space. Thanks!