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Cuisinart's Outdoor Electric Grill with VersaStand integrated adjustable telescoping base provides authentic grilling performance and flavor. Its small format fits easily on balconies and small patios - great for places that propane or charcoal grills aren't allowed. And although the grill is compact, its ample cooking grate is large enough to cook most family meals - 8 steaks, 8 hamburgers, 6 - 10 chicken breasts, or over 4 lbs. of fish! The grill heats up very quickly, and reaches temperatures high enough to sear a steak to perfection. The novel VersaStand telescoping base quickly transforms the grill from storage to tabletop to floor standing use, allowing the chef to enjoy grilling at a comfortable height. The stand is integrated into the grill for added convenience - making easy to store when finished. The grill plugs into a standard household electrical receptacle.
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Most people love the flavor of grilled food, but not everyone has the space for a large gas grill or the time to grill with charcoal. Enter the CEG-980 electric grill, a handy, attractive alternative to traditional grilling. Equipped with a telescoping VersaStand, the CEG-980 combines the simplicity of an indoor appliance with the delicious cooking performance of an outdoor grill, making it ideal for people who love cooking outdoors but don't want to deal with the hassle of propane or charcoal.
The electric grill offers a 145-square-inch grilling surface.. (). The VersaStand holds the grill at a comfortable grilling height. (). The VersaStand collapses beneath the grill for easy storage. ().The Advantage of Electric Grilling
Traditional gas and charcoal grills offer a wide variety of styles and designs--from large multi-burner gas grills with built-in islands to barrel-like charcoal grills--but sometimes prove to be too large, too intimidating, or too inconvenient for would-be outdoor chefs. While gas grills are certainly handy, some people find it discomforting and dangerous to cook with propane. Charcoal grills, while perhaps less intimidating, take considerable time to light and prepare, and can be messy to clean up afterward. Plus, some apartments and condos ban the use of propane or charcoal altogether.
Electric grills minimize all of the above concerns, with instant-on controls, easy-to-clean designs, and no smelly gas or messy charcoal to get in the way of your cooking.
Familiar, Easy-to-Use Controls
The grilling process begins with the easiest fuel source you can find--a simple cord and outlet--along with a removable electric probe with a control knob that functions just like the knobs on most kitchen stoves. To get started, just plug the probe into the front of the grill and turn the knob to "Max." Within five minutes, the heating element will be glowing a toasty red and the grill will be ready for cooking. When you're finished grilling, the knob turns off just as easily. And cleanup couldn't be easier, as the porcelain-enameled grill grate cleans with a standard grill brush or removes for washing in an indoor or outdoor sink.
Powerful Grilling Performance
The Cuisinart electric grill cooks up juicy steaks, burgers, and fish just like a gas grill thanks to the powerful 1,500-watt, 5,120 BTU burner, which spreads heat quickly and evenly through the 145-square-inch grill grate. The compact design produces a greater watt-to-square-inch ratio, leading to higher temperatures on the grate and better, more uniform cooking for your food. In addition, the grill includes a stainless-steel heat reflector in the lid. This extra layer not only acts as an insulator for trapping heat inside the grill, but actually reflects rising heat inside the grill back onto the top surfaces of your food, reducing cooking times and saving electricity. All of this translates into searing hot temperatures and prefect grill lines on everything you cook.
Despite the compact size, the grilling surface is large enough to grill eight burgers, eight stakes, six to 10 chicken breasts, or up to 4 pounds of fish.
Quick, Efficient Setup
The electric grill not only shines when it's loaded with food, but also when you're on the move, as the grill is a breeze to transport, set up, and store. The grill includes the thoughtfully designed VersaStand, an easy-to-use, easy-to-set-up grill stand that keeps the grill at a comfortable cooking height. The VersaStand sets up and packs away in seconds, giving you more time to enjoy the event and less time worrying about the hassles of putting your barbecue together. In fact, the grill and stand are so convenient to transport, carry, and set up, you won't think twice about tossing it in the trunk of your car.
The VersaStand comes integrated into the base of the grill, with a set of telescoping poles that smoothly collapse for easy storage. When you're ready to grill, simply push the button on each VersaStand leg to release the telescoping legs, and then lift up the grill box. Once the two legs drop into position, you'll have a sturdy grill that stands at an ideal grilling height. No more breaking your back bending over a grill that sits mere inches off the ground. And when you're finished grilling, the stand collapses as easily as it sets up, making it easy to pack up your stuff. The grill also includes a secure front lid lock, which keeps the lid safely closed when you're on the move, and a pronounced carrying handle that lets you tote the 17-pound grill just like a briefcase.
Libby
2025-08-26 13:08:34
I love this little grill! Used it tonite for the first time. Grilled a fillet and even baked my take and bake loaf of bread on it. The steak was seared perfectly with grill marks and a little crispy on the edges and was so juicy it was perfect! Do not listen to those nay sayers. It makes a better steak than any gas grill or even charcoal grill. Juicy, and done to perfection. Loved baking the bread on it too. I just wish it was on taller legs of some kind. I kept mine table top size and put it on an outdoor metal table to cook on. Just the right height. Looking forward to grilling chops and a pork loin too. Bet it will make baked potatoes too. Heat it up really good and you are food to go. I also greased the grill which I always do anyway....Packing was ok..I bought a previously opened package and they could have done better on repackaging it to send it out again. They just put it in a bigger box with a piece of paper on top! Big deal. It luckily arrived ok with all the parts. I can see using it for up to 4 people if necessary. Very easy to put together bc it is already mostly together when you get it! One reason I bought this one. If I can do it anyone can!
Harry Colcord
2025-08-25 10:07:32
First, Cuisinart is a terrific manufacturer. I’ve had nothing but great experiences until buying this grill. As a MB snowbird, I had only used this electric grill a few times since buying it. It never reached reasonable heat and died on about the 6th use. Hello garbage can!
Dagger 6
2025-08-02 10:05:12
This review is from: Cuisinart CEG-980T Outdoor Electric Tabletop Grill (Lawn & Patio)We moved to a condo that does not allow gas grills on the deck. I researched many electric grills to see which one would meet our needs. After comparing reviews I decided to go with the Cuisinart mainly due to the brand. I have other Cuisinart products and have been impressed with the quality of their products.So far we have grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, brats and pork chops. We have been impressed with it grill. It takes up about 10 mins to heat up. When grilling it does put the grill lines in the meat. The meat cooks well but don't check it often, because the grill does lose heat when you open the lid. This is not major, you just learn how to cook this way.The only negative about the grill and has been mentioned several times is the grease trap. It is very small and needs to be emptied after each use. I have had an overflow yet, but we take precautions by putting and rug under it when I grill.I do like the looks and the compact ability of the grill. I am very glad that I made the purchase. I recommend this grill for people in my situation that can't have a gas or charcoal grill. You will still have the joy of cooking out.
nofrizz
2025-08-01 12:38:08
This was the perfect solution to having a little BBQ fun this summer. Not allowed to have non electric grills on high rise terraces so we can now have a burger, hot dog or anything grilled to perfection on this wonderful grill. Although it's small enough for my terrace it has plenty of surface space to make dinner for four. I loved that I didn't have any trouble assembling it into place and the clean up is a breeze. I love cuisinart products and have so many of them but this by far is my favorite.
Ammo13
2025-07-23 10:00:07
I like the ease of use and the way it folds up and can be tucked away afterwards. The drip pan is small, but that didn't cause any problems for me. I have only used the grill twice and it really doesn't get hot enough to sear a steak, which is what you want to keep in the juices. I haven't cooked chicken or burgers on it yet, but the two steaks I did cook needed to be finished in my oven as it was taking way too long.I didn't give it four or more stars as of right now, but it's not a bad grill if you can't have a gas grill. However, I think Cuisinart makes a gas version and for the price I paid, I wish I went with that one. Overall, it's not a bad grill, but I would stick with gas/propane as electric just can't compete for cooking temparatures.
Timothy ONeil
2025-07-13 10:56:57
We purchased this unit for our son, for his birthday, and he put it together in a matter of minutes and had the steaks cooking in no time. Easy to clean and a breeze to "fold up" and store in a small space. Thanks
Shopper
2025-05-19 13:26:35
This is the third electric grill with a faulty heating element. Grill was returned. Also, my invoice payments was $171.47, but my refund was only $155.81. I used my Discover Card which had a Coupon of $25.72. That coupon needs to be paid back to my Discover Card, but has not even been noted.
M. S.
2025-05-14 11:16:38
This product is ok until it is not. and that is a few months after you buy it. it supposed to have 3 year warranty but has too many conditions and reasons not to cover the warranty. For example food and sauces drop in the grill which is very difficult to clean and next time you turn it on it catches fire and flame goes all over the grill. (good thing it wasn't used inside my house). So as a result the grill goes bad and every time you turn it on GFI kicks in and cuts off the electricity. So I called the customer service they told me it is not covered under the warranty because there was flame as the result of food dropping caught fire.! and wanted to sell me the element and the control knob for more than half of the price of the gill with NO guarantee THAT IT WILL FIX THE PROBLEM! I cannot recommend this to anyone.
Andy Mac
2025-05-02 11:05:15
Perfect BBQ for use on a balcony where gas units are not allowed. Lots of heat, sufficient to prepare a steak.
Très pratique
2025-04-08 17:17:25
Ok
Customer
2025-03-07 12:29:00
Great item for two retirees works well and is easy to clean. Have left it outside without the controls and had zero problems. Doesn't get super hot and would not be good to sear steaks but cooks them well but does a very good job. Good for two or three people but not a lot of room for much more.
G Tee
2025-03-03 13:21:30
Isn't a gas grill for sure but definitely cooks burgers and steaks perfectly and doesn't make my condo smell! Easy to clean, especially if you put tin foil under the burners. Folds down nicely and compactly!
Rita McAlpine
2025-01-14 16:39:44
It’s nice because it does not take up much room, but the cooking part is not the greatest, takes too long and will not get hot enough. I am not impressed with this product.
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