Lincat GG1P Heavy Duty Contact Grill

The Lincat GG1P is a single-head contact grill built for consistent, high-temperature grilling in commercial environments. It uses cast aluminium plates with mica heating elements and a PTFE non-stick coating — a combination chosen for even heat distribution and straightforward cleaning between covers. Both the top and bottom plates are ribbed, producing the characteristic grill marks associated with paninis, hot sandwiches, chicken and steak.

In a busy service environment, contact grills like this earn their keep through speed and consistency. The ribbed plates transfer heat directly to both surfaces of the food simultaneously, reducing cook times considerably compared to a flat grill or salamander. For sites turning out toasted sandwiches and paninis continuously through a lunch period, reliable plate-to-plate contact and good heat retention matter more than raw headline wattage.

The practical day-to-day advantages of this unit include:

• PTFE-coated plates that resist sticking and make wiping down between services straightforward
• Ribbed plates on both surfaces for consistent grill marks without repositioning
• Cast aluminium construction that holds heat well under repeated use
• A compact countertop footprint suited to front-of-house or back bar positions
• A spatula included as standard to assist safe plate handling

This is a countertop unit requiring a standard 13-amp connection. It sits comfortably on a worktop with adequate clearance around it for ventilation — direct contact grills generate steam and heat during use, so positioning in a well-ventilated area is advisable. It is a single-head model, which suits lower to moderate throughput; sites running continuous service across multiple covers should consider whether a twin-head or higher-capacity unit would better match demand.

The GG1P is well suited to coffee shops, cafés, snack bars, and small restaurants where paninis, toasted sandwiches and grilled items form a regular but not overwhelming part of the menu. It is a practical choice for operators who need reliable grilling results from a compact unit without a significant capital outlay. For higher-volume operations, a larger or twin-head contact grill may be a more appropriate fit.

If you are unsure whether this unit suits your service volume or kitchen setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.