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Blackstone

1883 Original 28" Omnivore Griddle with Hood

A 2-burner propane flat-top griddle with a hood, counter-height side shelves, and a powder-coated steel body.

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$399.00 · In stock

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Specifications

Based on published manufacturer specifications.

Number of burners
2
Fuel type
Propane
Includes lid/hood
Yes
Portable design
No

Pros & Limitations

Pros

  • Included hood adds an oven-like cooking option and helps retain heat
  • Counter-height side shelves add usable prep space
  • Powder-coated steel construction

Limitations

  • Blackstone griddles as a category are documented to rust, especially the cold-rolled steel cooking surface, if not properly seasoned and dried after use
  • Fixed, non-portable design takes up permanent patio space

What Owners Say

Summarized from customer reviews and independent owner write-ups — see sources below.

Common praise

  • Independent reviewers consistently rank this among Blackstone's most popular models, praising the included hood for adding an oven-like cooking option and the side shelves for usable prep space.

Common complaints

  • This reflects category-level Blackstone research, not model-specific reviews: rust on the cold-rolled steel cooking surface is a widely-documented issue, driven by moisture exposure, incomplete drying after cleaning, and salt residue from food

Overall owner sentiment

Blackstone griddles are broadly popular for backyard cooking, but rust prevention requires real, ongoing maintenance (seasoning, thorough drying, wiping away grease/salt residue) — reviewers who skip this report persistent rust problems even with reasonable care.

Best For

Likely to suit cooks who want a full-size, hooded griddle setup and are willing to maintain proper seasoning/drying routines to prevent rust.

Watch-Outs

  • –Season the cooking surface before first use and dry it thoroughly after every cleaning — rust is a well-documented issue on this product line when moisture or salt residue is left on the steel

Facts last verified 9/27/2026.

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