They cooked fast at two minutes per side, although the front row needed an additional minute. We’d prefer overall, even heat from the front to the back of the grill, but we appreciated how quickly and easily Spirit II cooked this popular item. The burgers were remarkably juicy, perhaps due to the fast cook time.
My entry level Spirit II E-310 gets used almost every dayThe Genesis is made for grilling enthusiasts willing to pay more for higher quality and extra functionality. Gas burner that uses infrared technology for cooking. Burner can be located Blackstone Adventure as the main burner, side burner, rotisserie burner, or any combination of burners. When you make rubs at home we recommend you add salt first them the herbs and spices because salt penetrates deep and the other stuff remains on the surface.
We felt this was a little on the long side compared to other barbecues of similar quality and build. Both grills weigh 103lbs, thus I will take the E-215 any day since it has four wheels. I’m able to move my E-215 around my lanai with just two fingers, try that with an E-210. If you are standing at Home Depot looking at this grill then they probably have it parked beside a Dyna-Glo, Nexgrill or Kitchen Aid grill.
Six convenient built-in tool hooks keep your BBQ tools nearby. All these features are what make the affordable Weber Spirit E-310 perfect for cooking small, everyday meals in your own backyard. Weber Spirit II 3-Burner Freestanding Gas Grill (WEB-II-E-310) provides the kind of reliable, user-friendly grilling experience Weber has built their reputation on. Overall, if you’re thinking about purchasing this grill, then I would definitely recommend it so long as you’re willing to use the sear burner and smoker box properly. Just remember that you’ll have to move the food around a lot since they can easily touch the heating element on one side for a long period of time. It’s also a pretty decent grill overall, especially when you consider the price.
The thermometer on the lid of the barbecue is handy and in a prominent position for easy-reading. There were no annoying heat spots and the cook was very consistent, speedy and foolproof. I have been cooking on Weber grills for about 20 years now and currently own the Q3200, Traveler, Genesis 335 and a Weber Smokey Mountain. I suspect the only people who have “kicked the tires” on the different models of Weber grills more than me are the engineers that actually design these things. I had some issues with the flavorizing bars deteriorating prematurely and the thermometer stopped working. I submitted a warranty claim and had replacement parts shipped to me within 48 hours of my original claim.
The ignition is operated using a simple button that’s next to the large, easy grip knobs. These knobs are very firmly in place with no wobbling. Ignition was instant with no repetitive clicking required. The height of the grill is relatively high but still suitable for a broad height range. However, those of a shorter stature will have to strain to reach over the grill to get to the handle when the lid is up. The grill material itself was a quality, coated black metal and were in straight lines, with a circular ‘Gourmet BBQ System’ panel in the middle which is unique to Weber.
This feature allows you to roast meat very evenly, yielding a flavor that some people prefer to that of grilled food. Reversible cooking grates aren’t unusual, but Spirit II grates are a little different than most. Spirit II reversible grates have a thin side which Weber believes is “ideal for food such as shrimp and fish”, and flat side which “creates a thick sear mark”. Blackstone Adventure The ultimate goal is an evenly dark brown crust across the entire surface of the meat, which transforms dull, tan meat to a delicious flavorful crust thanks to the magical Maillard reaction. Aside from its superior cooking power, this grill has some wonderful features, which include a Bluetooth-enabled thermometer that will send alerts directly to your smartphone.
A not so obvious advantage of the Spirit II grill is the placement of the propane tank on the right side of the grill. On the Spirit E 215 grill the propane tank is located in the storage cabinet underneath the grill by the side mounted grease drain. Weber has so much faith in the new ignition system that they cover it, and every other part of the Spirit II grills, with a ten year warranty. The Spirit II line of grills came out a few years ago and, based on current pricing, I believe they will soon be discontinued. Weber’s problem with the Spirit II grills is that they are too similar to the higher priced Genesis grills and sales of the Genesis series have suffered.
LP models have Weber’s Fuel Gauge, which estimates your gas tank level by weight. For 2018, Weber sticks to the basics with a revamped version of their popular, full-size, entry-level Spirit gas grill line. Like its predecessor, Spirit II is a workhorse that delivers solid performance and is easy to use, easy to clean and available in two and three weber spirit 2 burner configurations. Increasingly cuckoo for color, Weber offers Spirit in black, ivory, red, sapphire, exclusive mocha versions for Lowe’s and exclusive stainless steel versions for Home Depot. I finally bit the bullet and invested in a Weber Spirit gas barbecue. It replaced another manufacturer’s grill that had served us well for seven years.