Grills & Outdoor Cooking

Take Outdoor Cooking to the Next Level With a Grill From Lowe’s

When it comes to great grilling, Lowe’s has the products and accessories you need for success. We’ll help you explore some of your options to ensure you buy the best barbecue grill for your home.

Charcoal Grills

Charcoal grills are characterized by shape: kettle, barrel and kamado. Kettle grills are deep and compact. Barrel grills are shaped like a drum and hold more food. Kamado grills are egg-shaped, ceramic grills that grill, smoke, roast and bake.

Size should be your first consideration when choosing the best charcoal grill, as many designs are available. Next, filter by features like temperature gauges, vents and dampers, wheels, and other extras. Finally, consider whether a specific material, like metal or ceramic, will best serve your cooking needs.

If you’re looking for a particular brand, we offer popular Weber charcoal grills and more options from Kamado Joe, Char-Griller and Americana.

Gas Grills

Fast-starting gas grills make a great choice for chefs who love reliable, push-button convenience. Gas grills offer cleaner and cheaper operation than charcoal, and you’ll have the choice of connecting to either propane tanks or a natural gas line.

To find the best natural gas grill or best propane grill for you, consider the number of burners you need, keeping in mind that more isn’t always better. If you consistently cook for two people but use six burners, you may become frustrated by excessive propane use. In this situation, a three-burner grill is ideal. Also consider which additional features, like temperature gauges, wire shelves, side burners and smart capability, may serve you. To protect your investment, you’ll also want to add a barbecue grill cover to your purchase.

If you prefer to shop by brand, you’ll find a wonderful selection of the names you know at Lowe’s. We carry feature-rich choices from the brands you love, including Weber, Broil King, NAPOLEON, Royal Gourmet and Charboil^® gas grills. Of course, you’ll find even more brands on Lowes.com, so make sure to shop our site to see our full selection. And take advantage of free delivery on select grills.

Pellet Grills 

An alternative to gas and charcoal, pellet grills get their heat from a fan circulating air from compressed sawdust pellets heated in a firebox. Using indirect heat, pellet grills allow for roasting and baking. Additionally, because they use wood pellets, they infuse food with a slightly smoky flavor.

When shopping for a pellet grill, be aware that they don’t leave strong grill marks on food like gas or charcoal grills do. Also think about portability. If you want to use it for tailgating or camping, be sure to choose a battery-powered pellet grill.

Find the best pellet grill for your grilling needs at Lowe’s. Brand-savvy shoppers will appreciate the full lineup of options at Lowes.com. For the best in temperature control, choose a grill with a proportional, integral and derivative (PID) controller. Pit Boss pellet grills and smokers featuring a digital PID control board and advanced technology are a great choice for even temperatures and convenient wireless and Bluetooth compatibility. Along with other options from Pit Boss, we carry Z GRILLS, Weber and Camp Chef pellet grills — plus many, many more.

Flat Top Grills

Flat top grills are among the most versatile grills. They provide high, even heat, and you can use them to cook almost anything — from pancakes to pasta. If you want a grill that does it all, Blackstone griddles are a great option. We have many of the best flat top grills to choose from with brands like Blue Rhino, Camp Chef and Blackstone.

Smokers

Smokers are a must-have if you enjoy the deep flavor of low-and-slow cooking. When it comes to fuel, you can choose between a gas smoker, a charcoal and wood smoker, or an electric smoker. You can even purchase high-end smokers that have a variety of features to help make cooking easier and more predictable, such as temperature gauges, meat probes and wood pellet-feeding systems. For more helpful tips on choosing the right smoker for your needs, check out our Grill and Smoker Buying Guide.

Grilling Accessories

A successful barbecue experience can be achieved with the right accessories. Make the most of your grilling time with grill tools and grill accessories like a meat thermometer, grill tools set and grill pans for cooking convenience. We also have grilling apparel, including aprons to keep you clean as well as grill mitts and grill gloves to protect you from heat. And keep your grill protected with grill covers for both gas and charcoal units.

Create mouthwatering dishes with wood chips and chunks or barbecue smoker wood pellets. You can also find charcoal briquettes or propane tanks to fuel your outdoor grills. For more information about fuel types, read our article on 7 Grilling Fuels to Use This Summer.

At Lowe’s, you can choose from a variety of the best grills from the names you know and trust. And when you buy online, you can choose free delivery or in-store pickup at your local store for a convenient shopping experience.

Cleaning Your Grill

To keep it operating at its best and to ensure great-tasting food from each grilling session, you should clean your grill either before or after each use. Cleaning is easier when the grill is warm. Use a grill brush or cleaning block to remove grease and burnt residue from the grill grates. And to keep your grates conditioned and ready for the next time you cook, apply a little cooking oil or cooking spray to them between uses.