Commercial Charbroiler Models: Radiant and Char-Rock

Our countertop charbroilers run from a 12 in. single burner unit to 60 in. five burner models, in radiant and char-rock styles from five brands. Choose the style for the flavor and upkeep you want, the width for your menu, and then compare BTU per burner rather than only the total.

The full list of models is below this guide, with links to each page.

Radiant or char-rock

Radiant charbroilers heat steel radiants under cast iron grates. Drippings hit the radiants and vaporize, which adds flavor and gives grill marks with fairly even heat. Char-rock broilers heat a bed of lava rock instead; drippings flare and smoke on the rock, which gives a stronger grilled taste but needs the rock looked after. Our article on what a char-rock broiler is explains the trade-offs. Browse the char-rock broilers on their own.

Width and burners

Every model below uses one burner for each section of the top, so width and burner count go together.

12 to 16 in., one burner: the Standard Range SR-CB12-M (12 in., 35,000 BTU) and the Westlake ECB-16S (16 in., 30,000 BTU). For a short line, a food truck or a char station next to a griddle.
24 in., two burners: Cookline CCB-24 and Westlake ECB-24S at 60,000 BTU; Migali C-RB24, Standard Range SR-CB24-M and Dukers DCCB24 at 70,000 BTU.
36 in., three burners: Cookline CCB-36 and Westlake ECB-36S at 90,000 BTU; Migali C-RB36, Standard Range SR-CB36-M and Dukers DCCB36 at 105,000 BTU.
48 in., four burners: Cookline CCB-48 and Westlake ECB-48S at 120,000 BTU; Migali C-RB48, Standard Range SR-CB48-M and Dukers DCCB48 at 140,000 BTU.
60 in., five burners: Cookline CCB-60 and Westlake ECB-60S at 150,000 BTU.

Char-rock: the Migali C-CR24, C-CR36 and C-CR48 run 70,000, 105,000 and 140,000 BTU and take lava rock or charcoal briquettes. Dukers also makes a 24, 36 and 48 in. gas char-rock charbroiler.

Electric: the Cookline LG2-E is a 26 in. electric char-broiler for kitchens without gas.

Comparing BTU fairly

The brands split into two groups: Cookline and Westlake use 30,000 BTU burners, while Migali, Standard Range and Dukers use 35,000 BTU burners. More BTU per section means faster recovery when a cold steak hits the grate. It also uses more gas and adds to the load on your gas line and hood. Our guide to BTU for commercial cooking equipment explains what the number means.

Cooking area

Width tells you less than the cooking surface. The Dukers pages list it: 23.86 x 20.47 in. on the DCCB24, 35.83 x 20.47 in. on the DCCB36 and 47.83 x 20.47 in. on the DCCB48, on units 28 3/4 in. deep. Check the cooking surface on each model’s page against how many steaks or patties you need on the grate at your busiest moment.

Zones and control

On models whose pages list a control per burner, such as the Cookline, Westlake and Migali units, a 36 in. charbroiler can run one hot zone for searing, one medium zone and one low zone for holding or vegetables. On a slow shift, run only the sections you need.

Fuel

Check each page for natural gas and propane versions, and order the fuel you have; a licensed gas fitter makes the connection. Compare the gas models in our gas charbroilers range.

What it sits on

A countertop charbroiler needs a stable base made for cooking equipment. Our stainless grill and equipment stand with undershelf has an 18 gauge stainless top with a lip on three sides, and more options are in our equipment stands. Leave the clearance to walls and other equipment the manual calls for, and install it under a hood sized by your hood designer and local code.

Availability

At the time of writing, the Migali C-RB48 and C-CR48 are out of stock and the Cookline CCB-24 is on backorder; each page shows current stock.

Mistakes to avoid

Buying by total BTU without checking the burner count and width.
Choosing char-rock without planning for rock upkeep.
Setting a charbroiler on a table not meant for cooking equipment.
Ordering natural gas for a propane kitchen, or the reverse.

Frequently asked questions

What size charbroiler do I need?

Count the items on the grate at your busiest moment and compare with the cooking surface on the page. As a starting point, a 24 in. unit suits a small menu and 36 or 48 in. suits a burger or steak line.

Are charbroilers and char-rock broilers cleaned the same way?

Grates and crumb trays, yes. Char-rock units also need the rock turned and replaced as the manual directs.

Do you sell electric charbroilers?

Yes, the Cookline LG2-E 26 in. electric char-broiler.

Next steps

Compare all charbroilers below. They are powered equipment with a 7 day return window, and freight to the 48 contiguous states is included in the price.

Every Model We Carry

Each model number below links to its product page with full specs, current price and shipping details.

Migali Models

Cookline Models

Westlake Models

Standard Range Models

Dukers Models

Dukers Gas Radiant Charbroiler Charbroilers

Models in this guide at a glance

The models linked above are listed here with the main points from each product page, so you can compare them side by side before opening the full listings.

Migali C-CR24 24″ Gas Char-Rock Broiler – 70,000 BTU (model C-CR24)

Brand: Migali
24-inch gas char-rock broiler that burns over lava rock or briquettes for real smoke and char, not just grill marks.
70,000 BTU across 2 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each, with reversible cast iron grates that set flat or sloped.
Stainless steel construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Migali C-CR36 36″ Gas Char-Rock Broiler – 105,000 BTU (model C-CR36)

Brand: Migali
36-inch gas char-rock broiler that burns over lava rock or briquettes for real smoke and char, not just grill marks.
105,000 BTU across 3 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each, with reversible cast iron grates that set flat or sloped.
Stainless steel construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Migali C-CR48 48″ Gas Char-Rock Broiler – 140,000 BTU (model C-CR48)

Brand: Migali
48-inch gas char-rock broiler that burns over lava rock or briquettes for real smoke and char, not just grill marks.
140,000 BTU across 4 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each, with reversible cast iron grates that set flat or sloped.
Stainless steel construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Migali C-RB24 24″ Gas Radiant Charbroiler – 70,000 BTU (model C-RB24)

Brand: Migali
24-inch gas radiant charbroiler with 70,000 BTU across 2 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each.
Steel radiants under reversible cast iron grates give even heat and clean grill marks with far less flare-up than a rock broiler.
Stainless construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Migali C-RB36 36″ Gas Radiant Charbroiler – 105,000 BTU (model C-RB36)

Brand: Migali
36-inch gas radiant charbroiler with 105,000 BTU across 3 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each.
Steel radiants under reversible cast iron grates give even heat and clean grill marks with far less flare-up than a rock broiler.
Stainless construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Migali C-RB48 48″ Gas Radiant Charbroiler – 140,000 BTU (model C-RB48)

Brand: Migali
48-inch gas radiant charbroiler with 140,000 BTU across 4 “U”-shape burners at 35,000 BTU each.
Steel radiants under reversible cast iron grates give even heat and clean grill marks with far less flare-up than a rock broiler.
Stainless construction, slide-out waste tray, natural gas with LP orifices included.

Cookline CCB-24 24″ Gas Countertop Radiant Charbroiler – 60,000 BTU (model CCB-24)

Brand: Cookline
24-inch countertop gas radiant charbroiler with 2 independently controlled burners and 60,000 total BTU.
Cast iron grates over steel radiants deliver even, high-heat searing for steaks, burgers, chicken and vegetables.
Stainless steel construction with a pull-out grease tray and adjustable legs.
Warranty: 1-Year Parts & Labor

Cookline CCB-36 36″ Gas Countertop Radiant Charbroiler – 90,000 BTU (model CCB-36)

Brand: Cookline
36-inch countertop gas radiant charbroiler with 3 independently controlled burners and 90,000 total BTU.
Cast iron grates over steel radiants deliver even, high-heat searing for steaks, burgers, chicken and vegetables.
Stainless steel construction with a pull-out grease tray and adjustable legs.
Warranty: 1-Year Parts & Labor

Before you order

Measure the space and every doorway on the delivery path, and compare them with the dimensions on each product page.
Check the spec sheet for power, gas or water requirements and match them to what your building has.
Compare capacity with your busiest day rather than your average day.
Read the warranty terms for the brand before you order.

Delivery, warranty and payment

Delivery: delivery within the continental US is included in the price on the product page, and freight orders include liftgate service.
Warranty: each product carries its manufacturer warranty. Terms by brand are on our warranty page.
Financing: lease-to-own financing through Clicklease is offered on items of $500 and up. See how financing works.
Quotes: buying for a business and need a written quote? Call +1-877-558-2253 or use our contact page.

Not sure which model fits?
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