A cast iron griddle plate is one of the most versatile upgrades you can add to your BBQ. Its heavy, heat‑retaining surface gives you the ability to cook foods that would normally fall through the grill — from smash burgers and steaks to vegetables, prawns, pancakes, and breakfast favourites. Cast iron distributes heat evenly and holds onto it far better than standard grill grates, giving you consistent searing power even in the UK’s cooler, windier conditions.
Whether you’re using a gas BBQ, charcoal grill, or a hybrid setup, a good griddle plate transforms your barbecue into a flat‑top cooking station. It’s perfect for anyone who wants restaurant‑style results at home, with better caramelisation, fewer flare‑ups, and far more control over delicate foods.
This page highlights the best cast iron griddle plates available in the UK, chosen for durability, heat retention, size, and compatibility with popular BBQ brands. Browse the top options below to find the right griddle plate for elevating your outdoor cooking.
Compatibility: Reversible cast iron griddle made for our Pro Deluxe gas BBQ series; there may be a gap between the griddle grate and the end of the Pro six burner model; Use with cast iron grates and check compatibility with photos in the left gallery
Versatile Cooking: Must-have accessory for enhancing your cooking experience; ridged side perfect for searing meats; flat side ideal for grilling eggs and pancakes; ridges allow excess fat to drain, helping you create healthier, more nutritious dishes
GREAT COOKING OPTION: Enjoying a great barbeque at home is now easier than ever before with the NUOVVA cast iron griddle plate for gas hob! Use this reversable griddle tray to grill your favourite meats and veggies from the comfort of your home. Our griddle plates are the perfect solution for delicious and nutritious meals.
LESS FAT, MORE TASTE: This reversible cast iron grill and griddle has a ridged surface with deep grooves on the side that allows excess fat to melt and drain, so you can enjoy healthier and more nutritious meat. This cast iron grill plate could also be used as a teppanyaki grill.
DOUBLE SIDED DESIGN: Our cast iron griddle plate has two sides to it which will enhance the way you cook your food. One side of this large griddle pan is ridged to give your food a seared/stripy finish and the channels on the sides will drain away excess fat. When reversed it has a flat griddle plate for an alternative cooking surface.
DURABLE HEAVY-DUTY CAST IRON: Our BBQ griddle plate is made from premium heavy, durable cast iron that is built to last a lifetime so you can be sure that you will get many happy years of cooking from our gas griddle. It gives exceptional heat retention. As well as this, you will find that the other side is flat so you can use it as a hot plate for cooking you can cook anything from eggs or steak to scotch pancakes.