Buffalo Steel Plate Electric Griddle 525mm

The Buffalo steel plate electric griddle is a compact, countertop unit designed for light to medium-volume griddling in commercial settings. It uses a steel cooking plate heated by a single electric element, giving operators a straightforward, consistent surface for cooking a range of foods — from eggs and bacon at breakfast service through to burgers, vegetables and pressed sandwiches during the day.

In practice, the griddle performs well in lower-throughput environments where steady, controlled heat matters more than rapid bulk recovery. The dial temperature control gives a usable range from roughly 97°C up to nearly 300°C, which covers most everyday griddling tasks. Heat distribution across the steel plate is reasonably even, and once the surface is up to temperature it holds well during a steady flow of orders. It is not designed for the kind of sustained, back-to-back volume you would expect from a heavier-duty ribbed or chrome plate unit in a high-volume burger or grill kitchen.

From an operational standpoint, the griddle is straightforward to work with:

• Integrated dial control for quick temperature adjustment during service
• Front grease channel and removable drawer for simple, ongoing cleaning
• Non-slip rubber feet keep the unit stable on a countertop
• 430 stainless steel construction holds up well to daily kitchen use

Installation is uncomplicated — the unit is self-contained and plugs into a standard single-phase supply. At 20kg it is manageable to position and reposition if needed, which suits mobile catering and event setups as well as fixed kitchens. No special ventilation is required beyond standard kitchen extraction, though positioning near an extraction canopy is always advisable for grease-heavy cooking.

This griddle is most at home in smaller commercial kitchens: cafes, B&Bs, staff canteens, market traders, and mobile units where counter space is limited and griddling is one part of a broader menu rather than the primary cooking method. For kitchens running a dedicated grill menu at volume, a larger or higher-powered unit would serve better.

If you are unsure whether this size and specification fits your kitchen's throughput, our team is happy to help you work through the options before you commit.