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Blackstone 1666 22” Tabletop Griddle with Stainless Steel Faceplate, Powder Coated Steel, Black

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Best 22-inch tabletop

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.7(6,784)

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84/ 100

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

Blackstone 1666 22” Tabletop Griddle with Stainless Steel Faceplate, Powder Coated Steel, Black

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, the Blackstone 1666 22-inch Tabletop earns a strong 4.7 stars across roughly 6,800 ratings and serves cooks who want more surface than a 17-inch without committing to a full cart. High-trust r/blackstonegriddle threads describe it as extremely well made and surprisingly cheap for the quality, with one owner reporting no issues after 15 good-sized meals and another cooking on theirs three to four times per week with the cold-rolled steel performing well when maintained. The disagreement is honest and present in the same community: blackstoneproducts.com hosts an owner complaint about persistent sticking after the first use, and the recurring brand-wide thread calling Blackstone machining poor applies here too.

What reviewers liked

  • 4.7 stars across ~6,800 ratings, a large sample for a tabletop unit
  • r/blackstonegriddle reviewers call it well-made and good value
  • Cold-rolled steel praised for frequent use when properly maintained

Where it falls short

  • A manufacturer-site owner reports persistent sticking after first use
  • Falls under the same brand machining criticism in community threads
  • Tabletop design needs a separate sturdy table or stand

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Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, the Blackstone 1666 22-inch Tabletop earns a strong 4.7 stars across roughly 6,800 ratings and serves cooks who want more surface than a 17-inch without committing to a full cart. High-trust r/blackstonegriddle threads describe it as extremely well made and surprisingly cheap for the quality, with one owner reporting no issues after 15 good-sized meals and another cooking on theirs three to four times per week with the cold-rolled steel performing well when maintained.

The disagreement is honest and present in the same community: blackstoneproducts.com hosts an owner complaint about persistent sticking after the first use, and the recurring brand-wide thread calling Blackstone machining poor applies here too. Manufacturer and social-media praise about non-stick performance should be treated as supporting evidence rather than load-bearing given the source bias.

For a portable two-burner that still feeds a small group, the consensus is positive on value and build, with seasoning discipline again the swing factor.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Portable and Compact
This griddle is ideal for camping, tailgating, outdoor barbecues, and more. The compact design of this flat top grill makes it easy to transport, and its heavy-duty construction is ideal for all your outdoor adventures.
Versatile Cooking
This griddle top can handle whatever culinary creations you whip up for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The rolled steel cooking surface allows you to cook traditional barbecue while also being ideal for making pancakes, veggies, and more.
Surprising Cooking Space
Make up to 14 burgers, 10 pancakes, or 60 hot dogs using this griddle’s 361 square inches of cooking space. Despite its compact design, this griddle is perfect for small families or groups.
Total Heat Control
Two independently controlled H-shaped burners ensure optimal heat distribution and even cooking on the griddle surface while allowing you to cook multiple foods at different temperatures simultaneously.
Innovative Grease Management
Deal with grease faster and with less mess using the Blackstone-patented Rear Grease Management System. Guide excess grease through the slot at the back of the griddle plate and into the collection cup for easy removal.

What customers say

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I purchased the 22-in Blackstone 2 burner grill the grill is extremely well made the only thing I did not like about it when I wiped it down ...
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Blackstone products are garbage. They are poor quality materials and their machining is even worse. Parts don't fit together, griddle part comes ...
Trustedvia r/blackstonegriddle

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