Weber Go-Anywhere Portable Charcoal Grill Review

[@cindyyeager8627]

I own one of these grills. We love it. We take it camping and use it quite often at home. Will not disappoint. Great tool for those who love outdoor cooking.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Yes, it's surprisingly good for such a small grill. Cheers Cindy!

[@DoritosResidue]

Love the idea of resting the lid. I dont think anyone would have known that unless they watched this. No other videos show that

[@GallaghersGrub]

It's kind of cool all the features Weber thought about putting into this tiny grill. Cheers!

[@DoritosResidue]

@@GallaghersGrub yeah I just received mine today. It's soo compact. I been using my weber traveler for camping but it's too big for transport. Definitely not ideal for camping unless you have sufficient room. And I miss charcoal grills. I realized everything tastes better using charcoal and nothing compares to that smoke smell that propane cannot provide .

[@mikeporterfi]

Great review. You know you can control the heat really well by tilting the bottom vents and adjusting the top vents to make it run cooler or hotter depending on what your grilling.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks for the tip. Cheers!

[@flagstafup5857]

I have had this grill for well over 12 years. Used for camping, the first thing a did was to remove all 3 handles, replacing the lid handle with a Weber screw on handle with a heat guard. I love to grill on this Weber, once grilling is over it makes a convenient fire pit.

[@GallaghersGrub]

It is a great little grill. You might like this series I made. Cheers! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3euYougp6Zoo68si=3Mlh8dvFoFyaaFbf

[@Hank_E]

This was my first weber. I bought it maybe 15 years ago. Still takes it camping but a couple of weeks ago I bought the Q1200 on a trip due to very dry weather and didn't want to send sparks in to the woods from emptying the chimney starter. Always a reason to get a new weber ☺

[@GallaghersGrub]

A lot of Aussies have the Q1200 for the same reason. Where they go camping, they’re not allowed to bring charcoal grills because of the dry season. In any case, both grills get the job done. Cheers!

[@justinhouston1414]

You're the first person I've ever seen that made a Bubba Burger actually look really REALLY good. Anytime I've had one that someone else has cooked it's coal black and crunchy on the outside, dark grey and dry on the inside. Well done! (No pun intended) Just bought this grill based on this video...and I'm not kidding.

[@GoblinQueen2008]

Thanks so much for your review. I am thinking about buying one and I needed a demonstration. 5 stars!

[@pauljimenez2229]

I have this charcoal grill no negative reviews for me it’s sweet handy little grill…I do bacon 🥓 wrapped fillet mignon,grilled asparagus,potatoes and onions too.I’ve yet to do fish on wood plank or indirect cooking yet but I’m happy with this grill!!!😊

[@GallaghersGrub]

I've only cooked on it a handful of times, but yes it seems like a pretty capable little grill. Cheers!

[@godfreycarmichael]

The rectangular shape and the six air vents make it ideal for indirect cooking.

[@NikosKatsikanis]

indirect?

[@NikosKatsikanis]

@@B_L_Smith thx

[@brucobernd6975]

I also have such a GA charcoal. I love this grill, especially on vacation. If you only want to grill quickly for 2 people, the large 57 ball remains in the shed and the small GA is taken out. Many greetings from Germany

[@GallaghersGrub]

Yes, for a quick meal for two on vacation, this grill seems pretty perfect. Prost!

[@northamericanproductions]

I've had this grill for years. Its a great direct fire portable grill. I also have the jumbo joe and its great for indirect cooking. I can cook a whole rack of spare ribs indirectly on the jumbo joe. The jumbo joe is the better portable grill and the one that comes camping with me. The go anywhere does have its place though. It fits nicely in my storage compartment of my semi and i take it with me on the road. Easy for steaks, burgers and brats.

[@john-j7e7e]

burgers and hot dogs.... nothing beats the go anywhere.

[@scottjames8498]

Nice review just got one. Had the small mini Weber kettle but ran it over with the lawn mower in the garage. Had it for 8 years was great grill!

[@GallaghersGrub]

I made a series last year. You might like it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3euYougp6Zoo68si=R5EchxrZJo23rWtE

[@victorbenner539]

Great review. I have over the years had two of these in the propane versions. The thing I liked about them is they are easier to store in a vehicle or RV and that's important for a portable device. I always liked the idea of propane for quick easy and clean use. That said some things I like to cook ( salmon is a biggy) don't cook well on a propane grill. I might actually get one of these for this fall coastal fishing trips. FYI, I found my gopro and accessories so I'm back to watching videos showing me how to use the darn thing. Hey I'm really looking forward to seeing you do a turkey on the Kamoda. You're really going to enjoy it. Get a two probe remote thermometer so your not opening it up to often. Brian have a great day. 🌞

[@GallaghersGrub]

Nice! This little Go-Anywhere is half the weight of the Q1200. But you do have to carry a mini-chimney and charcoal, so I guess it evens out. Can't wait to see your vids. Some of the Go-Pros have a fish-eye effect to the video, so it'll be interesting to see how that works out for you. I'd recommend using an iPhone 13 for your vids. The colors out of the new iPhones are amazing. I indirect grilled an 18-lb turkey on my weber kettle two years ago on Thanksgiving in 25 mph sustained winds. Oh man, what a pain in the ass that was. Very stressful thinking the wind would take some ash out and start a forest fire. It'll be much nicer on the windproof KJ. Cheers man!

[@victorbenner539]

@@GallaghersGrub so if I was to use my cell I would be using a my Samsung Galaxy. However using the videos I've been watching my gopro 7 hero black has lens adjustments to lesson the wide angle. Plus it has built in self stabilization and is waterproof to 33'. I'm going to keep the options small and simple and learn how to go from there. I do need to get a wireless microphone. It's going to be a blast sticking it underwater when netting a salmon. I intend to place it in a crab pot also so folks can see the crabs go into the pot. Yuppers, gonna be fun. 👍🔥🐟🎣🦀

[@erinbroome5603]

I like how you put the asparagus directly on the grill; I usually put mine in a basket. Looks like a cool little grill.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Hey Erin, great to hear from you! Yeah, I almost always cook asparagus straight on the grill. But I have a basket as well when I cut them up into bite sized pieces. Hope all is well. Cheers!

[@alexaguirre8956]

Weber should make a larger version of this. Like maybe 1&½ size of this would be perfect. Maybe slightly deeper.

[@jeffreychaffins3188]

Great review! Looks like a nice product from Weber. I like the different angles you are using in your videos now. Keep up the good work.......AND....Keep On Grillin'✊

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks, you too! Cheers!

[@JoeySavage]

My cuzin has this grill i tried it out and i loved it guess what next paycheck comes im getting one oh these for the trunk of my car

[@GallaghersGrub]

They're pretty inexpensive. I think I paid like $60-70. But you can find them used on Facebook Marketplace even cheaper. Sometimes still in the box. Cheers Joey!

[@tobycarlson1640]

I normally put the Raw Pork sausage on first to cook when I turn once then the frozen burgers go on (if fresh burgers I wait a little longer cooking the pork) I would put the asparagus on after you flip the burgers to have everything come off at same time

[@GallaghersGrub]

Nice Toby! Thanks for the tips. Cheers man!

[@marcvanheugten9472]

I could not get one with the side handles anymore, did find the official bag for 10 euros which now has room for extra coal. Did some mods and will be taking it camping next week

[@jonnygunner65]

About to go to France for 4 weeks…we always take our Q 1200, but this time we’re going to take our GA and be bothered to use charcoal! I have the gas version of this which is pretty neat, but if you’re going gas then you can’t beat the Q. I’ve bought a riser for the GA to do some indirect cooking as well, so France here we come. Keep on grillin’ indeed 👍🏻

[@GallaghersGrub]

Very jealous. Enjoy your time in France. Cheers!

[@purleybaker]

I had one of these grills but must have given it away because it's nowhere to be found. There's a company in New Zealand that makes all kinds of interesting accessories for this grill to allow you to smoke or rotisserie with it and they ship to USA. I definitely like it better than the current version of the Smokey Joe because the air intake vents on that grill are above the level of charcoal so air flow isn't ideal. Thanks for another great video. I always want to fire up a grill after watching your channel.

[@GallaghersGrub]

Hey thanks for the kind words purleybaker. I've heard the airflow in the Smokey Joe isn't great. There's a Weber GA Life Facebook page, where people post pics with the Go-Anywhere. It inspired me to pick one of these little guys up, and I definitely like it. Fire it up!!!

[@barndad28]

There’s actually 2 versions of the Smokey joe the regular one has the vent on the bottom the premium has ‘em on the side. The premium definitely doesn’t get as hot unless you leave the lid off

[@purleybaker]

@@barndad28 Yes, I have the Smokey Joe with the vent on bottom and agreed it cooks better.

[@Mithrandir4444]

Hey Brian, thanks for another awesome video. I really like your style of presentation. One thing I wonder a little about. You said, that the Go Anywhere might be better than the regular Smokey Joe. I am wondering why and I would appreciate it much, if you would explain me why that is your conclusion. I have like 5 different SJ with different colors in my collection and as well a GA which is still sitting in its unopened box. When it comes to tailgating I mostly use the Q1000 or Q1200. Fun fact: last tailgate party I showed up with the 22 1/2 inch performer 😂 Take care and thanks as always for your fantastic videos Dee

[@GallaghersGrub]

Hey Dee. I haven't used the Smokey Joe in about 15 years, so going on the advice of Baby Back Maniac. He says that the Jumbo Joe is better than the Smokey Joe because of the vents. Essentially, you get better air flow with the Jumbo than the Smokey. Now, I have used the 18-inch Weber Kettle, which is now essentially the Smokey Joe, and I found it as good as a regular 22.5 inch kettle, just smaller. I also like the rectangular shape of the GA. It seems easier to pack into a vehicle than either the Smokey or the Jumbo Joes. So, you're the type that shows up at the tailgate with the full-sized performer. Lol! I love it.

[@Mithrandir4444]

@@GallaghersGrub Hey Brian, thanks for your detailed answer. Now I can imagine, why the GA seems to be better than the SJ. There are two types of SJ. One carries the ash pan below the cooker box like the bigger models. But Weber redesigned and put the vents left and right with the handle. The ash pan below wasn’t cool since hot coal was able to drop from the pan and fire up the environment. On Facebook there is a SJ group and you see people using them heavily. You should see that. 😂 Regarding tailgate parties, I really love that. And you won’t believe. I even showed up with a Weber Kettle Ranch. I could send you some picture via Instagram if you are interested. Take care and all the best Dee

[@Blueribbonsmokeandcycles]

I prefer the rectangular shape of the GA over the round Joe. Better for 2 zone cooking, storage & maximising grill space.

[@GallaghersGrub]

You're right about the rectangular shape. I could see this packing into a vehicle much more easily than the round Joe's. Cheers Brendan!

[@xnelsdzx]

What table are you using to set grill on and does the grill heat the table surface significantly?

[@lshowupainandpleasur]

Great review and to the point

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks. I just used this grill again yesterday. It's a good little grill for camping.

[@NikosKatsikanis]

good for a bugout/inch bag?

[@RyanLeague]

Love your videos. Usually watch on my other account. How does this compare to the Weber electric portables?

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks R T. Appreciate you watching. I haven't tried an electric Q, but the gas Q1200 is about 30 lbs compared to the Go Anywhere at 13. Thing is you need to carry a small chimney and charcoal with this as well. The Q1200 has about the same cooking area, so I'd say they're pretty similar. Only with this, you get a little extra flavor with the charcoal. Cheers!

[@supremekingjesus425]

I had the propane one back in 2018 when I was in the oil fields.. when we had to shut down for a few hours I'll start to grill it. But I didn't like the grease hitting the fire burners and it looks like shit when I was done .. lmao that in any propane grill not a flattop!! So I just stick to wood or charcoal and best bet for flavor

[@jernigan007]

Not a fan of the smoky joe. Too small, wobbly, This grill is the sweet spot between the 3 portables

[@GallaghersGrub]

I think it could be the best of the three as well. Cheers!

[@rdr21776]

That's a squirrel not a bird, but great video!

[@Ktheodoss]

I own the grill. It's good, but not as good as Jumbo Joe. I find the Go-Anywhere has uneven heat and the coals are too close to the grill. I wonder if the grate from the gas version fits the charcoal version..

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks for letting me know. I haven't compared the GA to the Jumbo, but will definitely be making that video one of these days. I've never tried the GA gas version.

[@blacccccccccc]

Could I please ask how you clean the ashes and debris with this model as the other two models you were referring to have ash catcher lol.

[@DoritosResidue]

It's obvious your gonna have to dump it when done

[@sheilam4964]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@craigwhite9927]

Come on Brian, don't make me have to google the price 😀

[@GallaghersGrub]

Weber keeps upping the price on all of their grills. This one goes for $71 right now on Amazon. Cheers!

[@craigwhite9927]

@@GallaghersGrub Thanks Brian

[@nomansland4811]

Bubba burgers are great.

[@kenlumhemang7654]

The only thing I don’t like is too small

[@GallaghersGrub]

The Jumbo Joe would probably be better for you then. It's 18 inches in diameter and very portable. Cheers Ken!

[@DavidBrochu-o2t]

Glennie Brook

[@joonaslehtonen7965]

They removed the sidehandles... they downgraded their own product.

[@danserrano2251]

💣💣💣💣💣💣

[@GallaghersGrub]

Thanks for watching Dan. The Go-Anywhere is a great little grill for camping.

[@aaronsheppard6518]

This is literally the worst grill on earth. Just build a fire on the ground and use the coals.

[@GallaghersGrub]

In the parks where I live, you cannot build fires on the ground.

[@Jeschitown]

Really bro? Lmao

[@RBv195]

Most places around Oz and NZ require permits or it’s illegal to light open fires.

[@doctorx0079]

He showed you how to use it. The trick is to use enough charcoal, maybe not as much as he uses.