Lincat LCG Single Contact Grill

The Lincat LCG is a single-head electric contact grill designed for fast, direct heat cooking of burgers, steaks, chops, fish fillets, and toasted sandwiches. It uses enamelled cast iron plates on both the top and bottom platens, which retain and distribute heat evenly across the cooking surface. A thermostatic control allows the operator to set and hold a consistent cooking temperature throughout service.

In a working kitchen environment, the LCG performs well in light to moderate service settings — think café counters, small restaurant kitchens, or snack bars where the grill sees regular but not continuous use. The cast iron plates hold their temperature reasonably well between batches, and the unit heats from cold in a short time, which suits operations that don't run the grill all day. For very high-volume service — a busy burger kitchen turning out 150-plus covers — a twin-head or heavier-duty contact grill would offer better sustained throughput.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the LCG offers a straightforward set of practical advantages:

• Enamelled cast iron plates are easier to clean than raw cast iron and resist staining from marinades and oils
• Balanced hinge action avoids pressing down hard on lighter products like paninis or wraps
• Thermostatic control reduces the risk of scorching during quieter periods when the grill sits idle between orders
• Compact footprint makes it suitable for counter-top use where space is limited

Installation is straightforward. The LCG is a counter-top electric unit requiring a standard mains connection — no gas supply or water feed is needed. It should be positioned with adequate clearance around the unit to allow heat to dissipate safely. As with any contact grill, fitting it beneath or adjacent to an extraction canopy is advisable to manage steam and cooking vapours, particularly during busy periods. The unit is well suited to counter-top placement in small to medium kitchens.

This grill is a practical choice for cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens, and small restaurant operations where a reliable, easy-to-operate contact grill is needed for a mixed menu that includes both toasted items and grilled meat. If your kitchen runs a heavier grill section or needs a second platen for higher volume service, it's worth considering whether a larger model would better match demand before committing.

If you're unsure whether the LCG is the right fit for your kitchen's service volume or menu, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.