Imperial CITG-36 Gas Griddle | 36" Steel Plate

The Imperial CITG-36 is a commercial gas griddle built for continuous, high-volume cooking. It features a 36-inch wide, one-inch thick polished steel cooking plate, three independently controlled burner zones, and a fully welded stainless steel body. The three zones can be set to different temperatures simultaneously, which makes the unit practical when cooking a varied menu — proteins, eggs, and vegetables can run side by side without interference.

The thickness of the steel plate is central to how this griddle performs in service. A heavier plate holds residual heat more effectively when cold product lands on the surface, which shortens recovery time and keeps temperature dips shallow. During a sustained breakfast or brunch service, that stability matters considerably. Thermostatically controlled burners maintain selected temperatures with reasonable precision, and aeration baffles between burners help distribute heat more evenly across the full plate width rather than creating hotspots above each flame.

From a practical standpoint, the design supports a consistent working rhythm during service:

• Three independent burner zones allow multi-temperature cooking across a single plate
• Full-width rear flue promotes even heat distribution across the cooking surface
• Continuous pilot ignition on each zone for reliable, immediate start-up
• Wide grease gutter and one-gallon grease can keep the station manageable during peak periods
• Stainless steel construction throughout supports straightforward end-of-service cleaning

Installation requires a suitable gas supply — natural gas or LPG depending on the specification ordered — along with extraction canopy coverage capable of handling the combined output of three high-BTU burners running simultaneously. The unit stands on four-inch stainless steel legs with adjustable feet for levelling on uneven floors. Before ordering, confirm your available run space and that your canopy coverage extends to the full width of the unit, particularly if you are replacing a narrower model.

The CITG-36 is well suited to hotel kitchens, busy cafés, pub kitchens, and contract catering operations where a griddle is in near-constant use across a full service period. If your volume is lighter or your available space more limited, a narrower model in the range would be worth considering. Equally, for very high-volume sites running extended back-to-back services, it is worth discussing whether a wider plate or an additional unit would better support your throughput.

If you would like to talk through whether this griddle is the right match for your kitchen layout, gas supply, or service demands, the team is glad to help before you make a decision.