Lincat LCG2 Double Contact Grill
Product Description
The Lincat LCG2 is a countertop double contact grill that cooks food simultaneously from above and below using enamelled cast iron plates. That direct two-sided contact is what makes it...
Specifications
- Cooking surface
- Smooth
- Cooking surface (area)
- Two 255 x 265
- External depth (mm)
- 400
- External height (mm)
- 175
Product Description
The Lincat LCG2 is a countertop double contact grill that cooks food simultaneously from above and below using enamelled cast iron plates. That direct two-sided contact is what makes it useful in fast-paced foodservice — items like paninis, flatbreads, burgers, chicken fillets, steaks, and fish cook through evenly and quickly without the operator having to flip or monitor constantly. The branded finish the plates produce is consistent enough to work across a range of menu formats.
In service, the cast iron plates hold heat well as orders come through in succession, which helps maintain consistency without the temperature drop that thinner plate materials can cause. The unit reaches working temperature from cold reasonably quickly, making it practical for operations where the grill is switched on and off across the day rather than left running throughout. Thermostatic control takes the guesswork out of temperature management during busy periods.
From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the LCG2 offers a number of practical advantages:
- Two-sided contact cooking reduces ticket times compared to a conventional open grill
- Thermostatic temperature control maintains consistent results through sustained service
- Enamelled cast iron plates are straightforward to clean between or after service
- Balanced hinge applies even pressure across the plate without crushing lighter fillings
- Compact countertop footprint suits most pass or servery configurations
Installation is uncomplicated — the LCG2 runs on single-phase power and requires only a suitable socket, with no gas or water connections. It should be positioned on a stable, heat-resistant surface with clearance around the unit. If your operation regularly grills higher-fat products, it is worth reviewing local ventilation arrangements before siting the unit.
The LCG2 is well suited to cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens, and smaller restaurant operations where contact grilling is a regular but not extremely high-volume part of the menu. For sites running sustained high throughput across a full day's service, a higher-capacity model with greater plate area or additional heads may be a more appropriate match.
If you would like to talk through whether the LCG2 fits your menu and service patterns, the team is happy to help you work that out before you order.
Key Features
- Enamelled cast iron upper and lower plates for consistent contact cooking
- Thermostatic temperature control for reliable heat management during service
- Balanced hinge mechanism applies even pressure across the full plate area
- Single-phase countertop operation requiring no gas or water connections
- Two-headed configuration provides double the plate area of a single unit
Operational Benefits
- Simultaneous two-sided cooking reduces ticket times during busy service
- Cast iron plates retain heat well, maintaining consistency across successive orders
- Thermostatic control reduces overcooking risk when the kitchen is under pressure
- Quick heat-up from cold suits operations with variable grill usage across the day
- Compact footprint integrates cleanly into most café or pub kitchen pass arrangements
Specifications
- Cooking surface
- Smooth
- Cooking surface (area)
- Two 255 x 265
- External depth (mm)
- 400
- External height (mm)
- 175
- External width (mm)
- 600
- Power rating (kw)
- 4.5
- Power type
- Electric 1 Phase
- Weight (kg)
- 37
Frequently Asked Questions
- The LCG2 performs reliably across sustained service periods, and the cast iron plates are well suited to maintaining consistent temperatures as orders come through. For sites with very high throughput running continuously from breakfast to late evening, it is worth considering whether a larger plate area or multi-head configuration would better match demand — we can help you assess that before you commit.
- The LCG2 runs on standard single-phase power and requires no gas or water connections, so positioning it in an existing kitchen is generally straightforward. It needs a stable, heat-resistant surface and adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation and safe operation. If your menu involves regularly grilling higher-fat items, it is advisable to check that local ventilation arrangements are adequate before settling on a fixed location.
- Contact grills of this type are commonly used for paninis, flatbreads, wraps, burgers, chicken fillets, steaks, chops, and fish fillets — essentially anything that benefits from an even, branded finish and a faster cook time than a conventional open grill. The balanced hinge on the LCG2 means it copes with varying thicknesses reasonably well without excessive compression, which is useful where the menu mixes delicate and more robust items.