Weber Q300

REVIEW:
The Weber Q300 Gas Grill is a superbly engineered gas grill and constructed of top quality materials. The bottom part of the grill is manufactured from sturdy and durable high quality thermoplastic, then a section from glass reinforced nylon, a cast-aluminum lid & body and then some heavy porcelain-enameled cast-iron where it really matters….where you’ll be cooking.

The cast iron grates are amazing to cook on and it’s these high quality grates what really makes this a fantastic grill. Yes there are some other nice features as well, but it’s the heavy porcelain-enameled cast iron grates that make Weber Q Series Grills what they are…superb quality. The slats on the grate are wider, flatter and spaced a little closer together so that you can even grill fish & veggies on the grill without the use of other equipment. Steaks sear wonderfully on the Q300 and with 393 square inches of real cooking space that provide great and even heat distribution (no hot or cold spots), you’ll have enough surface space to easily grill for 6-8 people.

Two Stainless Steel Burners deliver maximum heat and are responsible for heating up the grate to cook fast and effortlessly. The burners of the Q300 light up easily with the push-button ignition and in no time (5 – 10 minutes) the inside temperature reaches between 500 – 600 degrees F. The temperature can also be nicely monitored with the built-in thermometer which is placed on the lid. Need to do some indirect cooking? No problem for the Q300. Just leave the center burner off and you’re able to cook a delicious whole chicken with some indirect heat.

Weber Q300

The Q300 Gas Grill comes with a 20lb hose and regulator for connecting to a 20-LP tank (tank not included). The Stationary Cart, which is supplied with the Q300, has a tank screen that keeps the tank discreetly out of view. The cart also has two wheels for easy mobility around the back yard so is not fully stationary. The grill can however be detached from the cart quite easily by removing a few bolts. The grill also has two removable folding work tables that are not just gimmicks and actually work. Great for keeping your grill tools or more importantly a nice cold beer close by (for those of you who enjoy a cold one every now and then). The fold up tables also makes storage nice and easy. Another great quality  feature that is not often mentioned is that Weber grills under go testing for extreme weather conditions – from bitter cold to humidity to salt water conditions. All to ensure the grill will hold up against the harshest conditions.

Cleaning the grill is not too difficult at all. Heat up the grill and when the temperature reaches 600 degrees it pretty much becomes self cleaning. Once cooled the grate can be scraped with a bronze-bristle brush. The grates can also be easily removed and cleaned with some hot soapy water (mild dish washing liquid) and a bit of scrubbing if you wish to but not necessary. This type of cleaning (burn-off / soapy water) will however require the grill to be seasoned again.The drip pan is easily accessible at the bottom of the grill itself – where all the drippings collect.

The Weber Q300 Gas Grill is perfect for anyone who requires:

• A grill for smaller entertainment area’s.
• A good value for money grill (Weber is synonymous with Grilling and Quality).
• A grill that can accommodate 6 – 8 people but is still portable.
• A compact grill that isn’t too small.

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FEATURES:

• 393 Square Inch Total Cooking Area
• 2 Porcelain-Enameled Cast-Iron Cooking Grates
• 2 Stainless Steel Burners
• Infinite Control Burner Valves
• 21 700 BTU-Per-Hour Input (What are BTU’s?)
• Push Button Ignition
• Stationary Cart
• Cast Aluminum Lid & Body with Drip Ducts
• Glass Reinforced Nylon Frame
• Tall Lid Profile with Built-in Thermometer
• Removable Catch Pan
• 2 Removable Folding Work Tables
• Heat Resistant Lid Handle
• Tool Holders
• Weber Q Recipe Booklet
• Limited Warranty

Weber Q300 Limited Warranty:

• 5 Years on the Aluminum Castings with 2 years on the paint (excluding fading or discoloration)
• 5 Years on the Thermoplastic Parts (excluding fading)
• 2 Years on the Stationary Cart
• 2 Years on all Remaining Parts

CONS:
There are very few complaints about the Q300 and these are hardly worth mentioning, but we will note them non the less. Complaints ranged from grate cleaning problems, marinade or baste burning the food when using this grill and the odd damaged part. Besides for the damaged part complaint, the rest don’t make much sense. Cleaning any grill is not as easy as washing a cup. We are not sure where the cleaning complaint comes from as almost all reviews that refer to cleaning, claim the grill is not too difficult to clean. The complaint about the grill burning the food……..well, we suspect the chef might be trying to pass the buck here as his/hers was the only review we came across out of hundreds that had this complaint. As for the damaged parts complaints – goods are extremely well packed with plenty of padding for support. Unfortunately though the world of transport is not perfect and sometimes unavoidable mishaps occur when goods are in transit. Even though damaged goods is the most regular complaint, this complaint is also few and far between with 99% of customers receiving there grill parts in perfect working condition. However, should you by some off chance receive a damaged part, just get in contact with Weber. Their customer service and product support is excellent and unbeatable.

CONCLUSION:
The Weber Q300 Gas Grill just continues the trend set by the other Q Grills in the series. It grills delicious meals, has brilliant and even heat distribution, is pretty easy to clean, easy to assemble and is Weber top notch quality as usual. The additional features like the side plates or the thermometer are not just gimmicks – these features actually enhance your grilling experience. Don’t worry about some parts being plastic. The plastic parts are high quality durable thermoplastic that will last and of course no rust problems with plastic. The Weber brand might be more expensive than some of it’s competition, but it’s worth every cent for one reason – quality, quality, quality. Whether it’s the grill itself or Weber’s legendary customer service, quality is what you can expect and what you’ll get. If you’re looking for a reliable and good quality grill that can cook for 6-8 people or small parties and be used as a portable grill, then you’ll absolutely love the Weber Q300 Gas Grill.

Our Rating: 5 / 5

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Welcome to the Weber Grill Family and may you enjoy many a delicious meal with your Q300.

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