Slate® 28" Rust-Resistant Griddle

Elevate your grilling with the 28” Slate Rust-Resistant Griddle. This sleek, pre-seasoned carbon-steel cooktop is ready for action, allowing you to sizzle fajitas, smash burgers, and stir-fry with ease. It quickly reaches over 500ºF, ensuring even heat distribution. Wind guards protect the burners, while the cooktop's proximity to them maintains a steady temperature. With three precision-control burners, you can achieve multi-zone cooking—perfect pancakes on low and crispy bacon on high. The griddle's uncoated surface allows for metal tool use without damage. Additionally, side table rails accommodate Weber Works snap-on accessories for convenient access to supplies.

Feature

• Rust-resistant carbon-steel cooktop is ready, not rusty.
• Pre-seasoned and ready to cook on right out of the box.
• Even edge-to-edge heat for consistent cooking across the griddle.
• Reaches over 500°F for high-heat searing and crispy edges.
• Wind guards protect burners and keep the temperature steady.
• Precision control knobs adjust heat smoothly and gradually.
• Independent heat zones expand cooking capabilities.
• No use of coatings, so you can use metal tools without worry.

Ready To Use Right Out Of The Box

Carbon steel case-hardened cooktop resists rust use after use and comes pre-seasoned.

Use Metal Tools Without Worry

The cooktop is made with no coatings, so you can use metal tools to flip, press, and scrape without worry.

Fire Up Fast, Cook Evenly

The cooktop reaches over 500ºF in minutes for perfectly crispy edges. Cook food consistently, no matter where you place it on the cooktop.

Dial In Precise Heat

Precision control knobs let you increase and decrease the heat level smoothly across the cooktop. Cook on high, medium, low, and everything in between, all at once.

Clean Up With No Hassle

Front access grease removal with extra-large drip pan handles bacon, burgers, and more. Just scrape grease into the slot, slide out the catch pan, and throw away the drip pan.

Maintain Temperature With Wind Guards

Wind guards protect your burners from blowing out, and the cooktop is set low to provide a steady temperature.

Pros and Cons of Weber Slate® 28" Rust-Resistant Griddle

The 28” Slate® Rust-Resistant Griddle delivers premium-level flat-top grilling in a space-saving design, ideal for patios and outdoor kitchens where every inch matters. Pre-seasoned and ready to cook, this griddle heats rapidly past 500ºF and maintains steady temperatures thanks to wind guards and close burner proximity. Designed for flexibility, it features three independently controlled burners to create multiple cooking zones, while its durable, coating-free surface invites fearless flipping, pressing, and scraping with metal tools.

Pros

• Rust-Resistant, Pre-Seasoned Carbon-Steel Cooktop: Ready to grill immediately and resists corrosion for lasting performance.
• Even Heat Distribution: Burns evenly across the surface with no cold spots, perfect for everything from searing meats to sautéing veggies.
• Three-Zone Heating Control: Independent burners allow simultaneous cooking at different temperatures.
• High-Heat Capability: Reaches over 500ºF for restaurant-quality searing and crisp textures.
• Weber Works™ Compatibility: Side table rails accommodate snap-on accessories (sold separately) for enhanced utility.

Cons

• No Foldable Side Tables: Unlike the larger 36" model, this version lacks collapsible or extendable prep surfaces.
• Accessories Sold Separately: Requires additional purchases to fully benefit from Weber Works™ integration.
• No Digital Display: Lacks a temperature gauge or screen for more precise monitoring.
• Not Ideal for Large Crowds: While spacious, the 28” cooktop may be limiting for entertaining big groups.
• Stand Not Included: Some setups may require a separate stand or table for optimal use.

The Weber 28” Slate® Griddle is a top-tier choice for those seeking the power and versatility of flat-top grilling in a slightly smaller, more streamlined footprint. With rapid, even heating, precise temperature control, and durable, maintenance-friendly materials, it offers professional-grade results for everyday outdoor chefs. Its compatibility with the Weber Works™ ecosystem adds future expandability, making this model a strong, smart pick for backyard culinary enthusiasts.