Can't beat a Weber! | Weber 40020 Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill

Very happy! | Weber 40020 Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill

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	• Weber 40020 Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill Weber Weber average customer review:based on 63 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Portable fun

This is a lovely table top grill packed with features. It has 2 side vents, locking handle lid and all the qualities expected from Weber. I prefer the Smokey Joe Gold instead of the silver and it is only $5 more. The locking lid handle is great for transportation and storage as it keeps everyhtng together. I clean my cooking grate with a wire brush and oven cleaner, just spay the oven cleaner and let it sit for 20. mins and then brush off and wash with detergent. I use oven cleaner on the kettle also but wipe with a cloth instead of wire brush. I wipe the cooking grate with a little cooking oil before storage to prevent any rusting.

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Can't beat a Weber!

Having owned several Smokey Joe Silvers (small, regular version) over the years, I knew I could trust Weber to make a good quality portable grill. At first I was a bit skeptical about the lack of holes at the bottom and a charcoal dust catcher, but the side vents (which are obscured in the pictures) provided adequate ventilation for the coals while containing the charcoal dust in the bottom of the kettle. I used to carry my old Smokey Joe in a garbage bag to keep the dust out of my car. With this version, I don't believe this will be necessary. For my "maiden cookout", I had a campsite right on the beach with some pretty strong winds. The Smokey Joe Gold performed excellent! Love the lid latch! I noticed that some of the reviews for this product were negative as they had issues with coal ventilation. I had another campsite that was virtually windless and had no problems as well. I imagine this has a lot to do with the quality of charcoal (ahem, Kingsford) and quantity of lighter fluid, plus the time allowed to soak and burn time before cooking.

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Very happy!

Purchased this as a gift for my boyfriend, he was thrilled. It's a fantastic little grill, perfect for a small deck or if you don't chargrill often. Would definitely recommend!

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Really Does Perform Well

Received the Smokey Joe Gold as a gift 2 years ago. This was my first charcoal grill, after having used only tabletop propane gas grills.

Using this grill, I learned these things:

1. You must use premium charcoal. (Kingsford in my area). Wal-Mart, store brand, and instant light charcoals have too much binder, and will not burn. I thought it was poor vent location, but when I changed charcoal, it worked fine.
2. The venting design keeps the vents from clogging with ash, and prevents grease from dripping out of the grill.
3. Line the bottom with aluminum foil, and oil the grate after every use.
4. It will not do true BBQ low and slow cooking. It works best at full throttle - all vents open.

Side Note: A charcoal chimney starter is awesome. Light the charcoal, and by the time you have the hamburgers made, it is ready; gray charcoal in 15 minutes.

If you are considering the Silver or Gold, I would go with the Gold because it has a lid lock, and I found that to be a valuable addition.

I will never go back to the tabletop propane gas grill. The charcoal flavor is excellent, the Smokey Joe is built well, and cooks well - for it's intended purpose. I wouldn't use this as a home grill like the 18" or 22", but in an apartment or out camping, this grill beats the tabletop propane model hands-down.

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Best little grill out there! Period!

I bought this grill back in 2005 and still it is with me today. (It's actually my 2nd one which I had since 1998) I cook on it at least once a week and have made bbq for 1 - 10 people. It's perfect for the beach, patio, camping, etc...
I have learned this pit well and I have no problem grilling beef ribs (2 racks), beef fajitas, sausage, 1 chicken (split halves) all on one grillin. You can make awesome steaks, fish, etc... anywhere you go without too much pit to carry or too much wood/charcoal used.
I chose this one over other similar Weber models because it has the vent on the lid AS WELL AS THE SIDES. Without these, the fire smothers too easily. You can't beat the price either.
Pay attention to buying the "Gold" and not the "Silver" as the silver doesn't have the vents on the side, but instead on the bottom.

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Not only do these grills live up to their name, they live up to the Weber tradition of quality, performance and long life. The premium version of the classic Smokey Joe Grill, the Tuck-N-Carry features a lid lock that secures the top in place for carrying. The lid lock lowers to serve as a convenient lid holder and wind shield, a must for grilling in unpredictable weather. Dampers are located on top of the bowl for quick, safe pack-ups.