Lincat LGR2 Electric Griddle with Cast Iron Plate

The Lincat LGR2 is a countertop electric griddle built around a one-piece cast iron cooking plate. Cast iron is a well-proven material for griddle work — it holds heat effectively across the surface and responds consistently once it reaches temperature, which makes it a practical choice for operations cooking a steady flow of bacon, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, or similar items throughout service.

In practice, cast iron takes longer to reach working temperature than a thin steel plate, but once it is up to temperature it maintains heat well even when food is loaded onto the surface. This makes it better suited to steady, moderate-throughput service than to rapid high-volume bursts where immediate recovery is critical. The thermostat control allows the operator to set a consistent working temperature and reduce heat during quieter periods, which helps manage energy use without shutting the griddle down entirely.

From an operational standpoint, the LGR2 offers several practical advantages for smaller kitchen environments:

• Even heat distribution across the full plate surface reduces hot spots and uneven cooking
• Thermostat control supports consistent results across different menu items
• One-piece plate design simplifies cleaning at the end of service
• Low-profile format fits comfortably on a standard preparation counter
• Electric operation requires no gas supply or flue connection

Installation is straightforward relative to gas equipment — there is no gas line, no interlock requirement, and no flue to plan around. The main practical consideration is ensuring the electrical supply at the counter position is adequate for the unit's draw. As with any cooking equipment positioned on a counter, overhead extraction should be in place to manage steam and cooking vapours.

The LGR2 is well suited to cafés, small diners, hotel breakfast operations, and similar settings where griddle cooking forms part of the menu but not the entire focus of the kitchen. For higher-volume sites running continuous griddle service across a full shift, a larger plate or a heavier-duty model is likely to be a better fit. Equally, if budget allows and throughput demands it, a ribbed or dual-zone option may offer more flexibility.

If you are unsure whether the LGR2 is the right size and specification for your service demands, we are happy to talk it through with you before you commit.