Charcoal Grills and Ovens

Professional charcoal grills and ovens for restaurants offer an authentic charcoal cooking experience valued by both chefs and guests — authentic charcoal flavour and distinctive aroma are the key product differentiation elements in premium meat and fish restaurants. BHS offers professional charcoal grills and ovens for HoReCa kitchens across Europe.

Types of charcoal grills and ovens for professional kitchens

Professional charcoal grills and ovens are available in several designs for different restaurant concepts. Chargrill grills — vertical charcoal grills with a drying effect, popular in Argentinian and South American concept restaurants. Charcoal barbecue ovens — enclosed ovens with charcoal heat and smoking effect, suitable for barbecue and smoked meat restaurants. Horizontal charcoal grills — traditional charcoal grills with a horizontal grill surface for restaurants and outdoor dining areas. Charcoal tandoor grills — mobile charcoal grill equipment for outdoor and event dining. Big Green Egg ceramic charcoal grill type — ceramic kamado charcoal grills with high temperature stability for premium restaurants. See also Grills.

Advantages of charcoal grills in restaurant menus

Using charcoal grills and ovens in professional restaurant kitchens offers unique culinary advantages. Charcoal flavour — charcoal grilling creates a unique Maillard reaction crust and charcoal aroma that cannot be replicated by electric or gas equipment. High temperature — charcoal grills can reach 350–600°C, perfect for creating the ideal meat crust. Smoking effect — charcoal combustion smoke imparts a distinctive smoky flavour to meat, fish and vegetables. Visual effect — open charcoal grill flames or glowing coals can be a restaurant interior element. See also Pizza Grills.

Types of charcoal and fuel for professional grills

The fuel used for charcoal grills and ovens significantly impacts cooking results. Restaurant charcoal — high-quality restaurant charcoal with low ash content and high calorific value, the optimal charcoal grill fuel. Charcoal briquettes — briquettes with even combustion and long burning time, suitable for extended grilling. Wood chips for smoking — various wood chips (apple, cherry, hickory) for smoking effects in charcoal ovens. Charcoal starter — safe and quick charcoal ignition with paraffin ignition cubes for fast preparation. Fuel storage — store charcoal in dry areas, as moisture negatively affects charcoal combustion quality. BHS supplies professional charcoal grills.

Safety requirements for charcoal grills and ovens

Operating charcoal grills and ovens in professional kitchens requires specific safety measures. Ventilation — charcoal grills and ovens in professional kitchens must be installed with appropriate flue gas exhaust ducts or ventilation to mitigate carbon monoxide risk. Fire safety — the area around charcoal grills and ovens must be equipped with non-combustible material coverings, maintaining appropriate distance from flammable materials. Ash collection — charcoal grill and oven ash collection system with regular ash removal. Fire extinguishing equipment — a fire extinguisher must be available near the charcoal grill. See also Grill Accessories.

HoReCa usage scenarios

Steakhouse with chargrill grill — authentic charcoal crust for premium steak preparation, with charcoal flavour as the restaurant’s signature. Barbecue restaurant with charcoal oven — slow charcoal smoking for ribs and pork, typical of South American concept restaurants. Outdoor dining area with mobile charcoal grills — event dining with an authentic charcoal grill experience.

Frequently asked questions

How to ensure safe charcoal grill operation in a restaurant? Ensure proper ventilation and flue gas exhaust, install a carbon monoxide detector, provide non-combustible material coverings around the grill, keep a fire extinguisher nearby, and fully extinguish coals after each shift. See Grills.

Which charcoal grills are more suitable for restaurants — chargrill grills or barbecue ovens? Chargrill grills are suitable for faster grilling of meat, fish and vegetables, while barbecue ovens are ideal for slow smoking and large-volume cooking. The choice depends on the restaurant’s concept and menu. See also Charcoal and Gas Grills.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.