| Perfect for cookouts, tailgate parties, or car camping, Weber's Smokey Joe Gold grill is the classic traveling grill. With its 14-1/2-inch-diameter grate, the Smokey Joe Gold easily cooks three steaks at a time or twice as many burgers. The porcelain-enameled bowl and lid resist rust and deliver even heat. When it's down, the lid lock doubles as a lid holder, letting you slide the lip out of the way while you cook. And, when the feast is done, simply fasten the lid lock over the top handle, pick up, and go. As an added bonus, Weber throws in a 31-page owner's guide filled with cooking tips and time-tested recipes for grilling everything from pork chops to bratwurst to Cornish hens. |
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 Can't beat a Weber! |
| Review Date: December 7, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Thomas Gorycki, Winston-Salem, NC USA |
| 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. |
Very happy!
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| Review Date: November 24, 2009 |
| Reviewer: N. Sackett, |
| 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! |
Best little grill out there! Period!
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| Review Date: August 29, 2009 |
| Reviewer: J. Paiz, Corpus Christi, TX |
I bought this grill back in 2005 and still it is with me today. I cook on it at least 3 times a month 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. |
Excellent Quality
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| Review Date: August 19, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Richard Mcpherson, Belmont,Ma |
I checked all the stores - i had decided on the weber Grill - with free shipping and no sales tax it was cheaper to order on amazon for the same item i could have purchased in a store.
I like the carry handle,and the weber quality,I did research on weber all all the reviews were positive,the gril is made to last a long time |
Works well but note the vents are on the side
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| Review Date: August 19, 2009 |
| Reviewer: S. Iverson, Chicago, Il |
The grill arrived and getting it put together was a snap. I've used the smokey joe in the past. My last one was, unfortunately, stolen by the ne'erdowells who hangout in a park by my apartment. I ordered this model for the metal transport handle (no more leaving the grill by the fence to cool!) In any case, i soon realized that this grill was different.
My old standard smokey had the air vents in the bottom of the grill. I very much prefer the bottom vent configuration for the ease of cleaning and the general airflow to the charcoal. This grill has side air vents. I assume this design is to prevent coals from falling out of the bottom if/when you pick the thing up by the handle.
All in all, it seems to work OK as long as you clean the the charcoal ash regularly. |
Less than expected
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| Review Date: August 10, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Kim M. Kolbe, Michigan |
| I purchased the Smokey Joe as a camping/alternative grill. I have been disappointed in its' performance. It is very difficult to get a good coal bed established! It appears that there is not enough ventilation from the bottom to allow sufficient air to the coals. It is very difficult to get the charcoal hot enough to grill steaks/hamburgs/hotdogs. I would not buy another |
Awsome porcelain grill
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| Review Date: August 1, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Rene Banchs, Fort Worth, TX |
| I like the fact that this is a rust resistant grill. Stays warmer longer than normal metal grill. |
my second one
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| Review Date: July 10, 2009 |
| Reviewer: the rockstacker, beautiful western NC |
After 19 years our 'lil Smokey Joe had seen it's better days. We purchased this grill as a last minute decision for use at a music festival. It just happened to be the one available at my local hardware store. It soon turned out to be our primary grill and went with us everywhere.
Weber makes a great grill and this is a great design. I've read the reviews about how it doesn't draft or other complaints...I don't know what they are talking about. It has three places to allow airflow through the sides and lid. Also the bar that locks the lid locks into another bar in the back so that you can set the lid at any angle, helps keep down flair-ups and controls the temperature.
Its small size is still able to accommodate enough food for up to six persons.
I give this grill two thumbs up, you just have to learn how to use it!
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Silver or Gold?
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| Review Date: May 17, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Paul, Golden |
I bought the Gold model. When the wind is blowing, the Gold model is fine, and the signature feature (the handle that snaps over the lid) is a good safety item when grilling is over.
When the wind is not blowing, the grill does not work properly. The reason is because the vents are paradoxically situated above the coals. This problem can be alleviated by folding a medium-size piece of cardboard and standing over the grill fanning the coals for 10-15 minutes. When this is done, you will be a Smoky Joe too but at least the coals will be hot. However, do not put the grill top on when the wind is not blowing, for the coals will smoke and go out almost immediately (even with the vents open). After one use, I drilled 3 vent-holes in the bottom. It helps, but I still have to fan the coals. A common hair styling blow dryer can also be rigged to provide the necessary ventilation. I have tried this, and the low setting seems to work fine.
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Great Redesign
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| Review Date: May 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: J. Lee, |
This is my second Smokey Joe. The first one lasted me 6+ years. I also have an 18", 22" and the Bullet Smoker. I use my Smokey Joe 90% of the time and typically a couple of times a month all year long. Was leary at first about the air vents being on the side instead of at the bottom, but I needed to replace my trusty Smokey Joe because it was rusting out after being outside for 6+ years. First off, the adjustable vents on the side promote very even heating across the grill surface. On the old Joe, I put fewer coals in the middle of the grill because it'd get too hot in the center as the air flow came directly from the bottom and the center coals would get the most heating. Conversely, there's no issue with ash and hardwood charcoal clogging the vents either. Found that ash doesn't blow up through the cooking grate in windy conditions either. Also, without the vent on the bottom, there's no need for an ash tray at the bottom so no getting ashes all over the back of the car when transporting.
The lid holder is a simple and great design. You just fold back and snap it into a bracket and the lid just kinda slides into it. When done cooking just close the lid, unsnap the holder and it pops into grooves built into the top of the handle. It's truly a great product.
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