Buffalo Extra Large Contact Grill – Single Flat Plate

Description

The Buffalo Extra Large Contact Grill is a double-sided cooking unit that applies heat simultaneously from both the upper and lower enamelled cast iron plates. This contact method presses food between the two heated surfaces, reducing cooking time significantly compared to open grilling and producing consistent results across a wide range of proteins — steaks, chicken, fish, bacon, and eggs among the most common applications in a commercial setting.
In a busy kitchen environment, the flat plate configuration makes this unit particularly well suited to high-throughput cooking where speed and consistency matter during service. The even heat distribution across the cast iron plates means results are reliable batch after batch, with less operator attention required at the grill station. The built-in digital timer supports accurate, repeatable cooking times, which is useful in kitchens where the grill is operated by staff at varying skill levels.
From a practical standpoint, the design keeps day-to-day operation straightforward:

Enamelled cast iron plates retain and distribute heat evenly across the full cooking surface

Simple dial controls alongside a programmable digital timer for repeatable results

Removable fat collection tray simplifies cleaning between service periods

Heats from both top and bottom plates simultaneously for faster cooking times

Extra large plate size increases cooking capacity per cycle

Installation is straightforward for a unit of this type — it operates on a standard electrical supply and requires adequate counter space to accommodate the extra large footprint. Ensure the surface is stable and heat-resistant, and that there is sufficient clearance around the unit for ventilation and safe operation. As with any contact grill running continuously through a busy service, regular cleaning of the plates and fat tray will extend the unit's working life and maintain food hygiene standards.
This grill is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, hotel breakfast operations, and fast-casual restaurants where the contact grill is a core piece of service equipment rather than an occasional-use tool. It is better matched to mid-to-high volume settings than light-use operations. For sites running multiple sittings with very high throughput, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty or dual-plate model would better match the demand.
If you're unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your service volume or kitchen setup, we're happy to talk it through before you commit to a purchase.