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Kamado Joe Classic Joe Series II 18-inch Ceramic Charcoal Grill and Smoker with Cart, Side Shelves, Stainless Steel Grates and 250 Cooking Square Inches in Red, Model KJ-23RHC
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Brand | Kamado Joe |
Product Dimensions | 18"D x 18.11"W x 36"H |
Special Feature | Tool Holder, Adjustable Air Vent, Heat-Resistant Handle, Folding Side Table, Heavy Duty, Locking Caster See more |
Color | Classic II Charcoal Grill |
Fuel Type | Charcoal |
About this item
- Premium 18″ Ceramic Grill with Cast Iron Cart & Locking Wheels – The Kamado Joe Classic II gives the perfect cooking size of 18 inches along with its Premium cart that comes with the purchase of your grill, including locking casters and wheels.
- 2-Tier Divide & Conquer - Divide & Conquer Flexible Cooking System transforms the humble grill grate into the most powerful cooking tool in your arsenal. The revolutionary multi-level, half-moon design frees you to cook different foods in different styles at different temperatures—all at the same time
- Kontrol Tower Top Vent - Maintains consistent air setting for precise airflow management during dome opening and closing. Constructed of powder coated cast aluminum, the patent pending dual-adjustment top vent is rain resistant and allows you to smoke from 225F all the way to searing at 750F.
- Air Lift Hinge – The air lift hinge significantly reduces dome weight. The grill dome can be lifted with a single finger giving the most comfortable grilling experience there is.
- AMP (Advanced Multi-Panel) FireBox – The patent pending six-piece design eliminates breakage and increases grill efficiency.
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Customers like the ease of use, heating, quality and versatility of the barbecue grill. They mention that the instructions are adequate, the temperature stayed very consistent and that the heat shields are great. They appreciate the versatility of this grill and the great options/accessories. Overall, customers say that the grill is well worth the money.
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Customers like the quality of the barbecue grill. They mention it's well built, fantastic, and speaks quality. Some say that it feels as solid as the Egg and that it'll do serious cooking.
"...Long story short, the pork turned out great, but I didn't put in enough charcoal so I ended up having to transfer the pork to my oven for the final..." Read more
"...grill with a good reputation, great customer service, and great cooking results (as long as you operate it correctly). I am very happy with it...." Read more
"Very nice grill. Assembly was simple, the recommendation to have two people to lift the grill into the base is a good one...." Read more
"Quality materials -- included accessories. Initial burn easy to set up" Read more
Customers find the barbecue grill easy to use. They mention the instructions are adequate, it's easy to assemble and move, and the initial burn is easy to set up. They also say it can grill, smoke, and even bake with ease. Customers also say there's no learning curve to getting back into charcoal.
"...on, and clean this specific grill so that once it got here setup was quick and easy and we were able to start using it right away...." Read more
"Very nice grill. Assembly was simple, the recommendation to have two people to lift the grill into the base is a good one...." Read more
"Quality materials -- included accessories. Initial burn easy to set up" Read more
"...quick tip...the Jealous Devils lump charcoal is the best and is easier to work with than the other brands. It really does what it says." Read more
Customers like the heating of the barbecue grill. They say the temperature stays very consistent, the heat retention is great, and the temperature control is easy. They also appreciate the two-piece ceramic heat shield and the ability to dial in the temperature and leave it that way for hours.
"...Even though I messed with the vents a lot the temperature stayed very consistent...." Read more
"...Fired it up and cooked some chicken, nice even heat, very stable temperature over time...." Read more
"...1. The temperature control is as easy, accurate, and consistent as my Big Green Egg...." Read more
"...Holds temp perfectly. No damage on arrival...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the barbecue grill. They say it works like a champ, produces phenomenal results, and is easy to use. Some mention that they have had no issues with operating it. They also appreciate the temperature control, saying it works great as a smoker. Overall, most are happy with the versatility of the product, which can be used for low and slow cooking as well as super hot cooking.
"...have used it several times to grill and smoke and have had no issues with operating it and the food has been turning out amazing for us...." Read more
"...Rack, fire basket and all ceramics are very high quality, no issues at all. Second night I cooked a pizza on a pizza stone set on the top rack...." Read more
"...The one huge difference is that this thing gets hot, very hot, very quickly...." Read more
"...My fears were unfounded as It has proven to work extremely well and does allow water intrusion as the old design did...." Read more
Customers like the value of the barbecue grill. For example, they say it's well worth the money, the best affordable ceramic grill, and an excellent purchase. Some mention that it'll be worth the wait.
"...I also ended up getting one of those grill guns. They're super fun to use, a little scary, but they make starting the fire insanely easy...." Read more
"...That thing is severely rusted, but it's also cheap and super easy to replace--I'm just waiting for it to crumble away someday first...." Read more
"This grill is a much better value than the same size (large) Big Green Eg (BGE)...." Read more
"Amazon had the best price. Grill lives up to its hype. Delivered right to my doorstep." Read more
Customers find the barbecue grill versatile with great options and accessories. They also appreciate the customizable cooks and the interchangeable parts.
"...I personally liked that this grill had the 2-tier cooking system and came with everything it did included...." Read more
"...this grill will last forever if you take care of it, and all the parts are interchangeable...." Read more
"...The versatility of the grill is amazing, and the features on this Kamado make it easy to use for grilling (direct and indirect) and smoking...." Read more
"...For the price and quality, and the versatility of the accessories and grill plates, the Kamado Joe is by far the best value from what I can..." Read more
Customers like the accessories that come with the barbecue grill. They mention that it includes so many accessories that they normally would have had to buy on their own. Some like that it holds well during cooks, has a great set of accessories to get them out smoken, and that it comes with nearly every accessory to meet all grilling needs. Some appreciate the ceramic plates and two position grate placement.
"...liked that this grill had the 2-tier cooking system and came with everything it did included...." Read more
"Quality materials -- included accessories. Initial burn easy to set up" Read more
"...It's not cheap, but given the fact that it comes with plate setters, ash tool, and grill grate tool, it is cheaper than a Big Green Egg which..." Read more
"...The ash tool is missing, ceramic feet are missing, and the hinge engagement tool kit is nowhere to be found...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the barbecue grill. They mention that it is very heavy to move around, and will need assistance with assembly and moving.
"...These grills are HEAVY! Getting the bottom ceramic plates assembled was a bit tricky - but I eventually got them all in there...." Read more
"...It arrived in a nice sturdy shipping box with a pallet. It’s really heavy and I recommend at least two people for assembling and moving...." Read more
"...I was lucky. The thing weighs a ton and you can't install it by yourself...." Read more
"...Packaging was excellent. It was on a pallet and the sides were very heavy cardboard...." Read more
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Assembly:
Unpacking it took a while, just due to the sheer size. LOTS of Styrofoam!! I ended up putting the large outside box back on the pallet and just filled it with all the packaging. First things first, I assembled the stand. Not too bad at all. From there I ended up having to lift the grill by myself onto the nest. The bottom vent provided a handy handhold - but I would recommend getting at least another person if you're lifting it up. I'm in decent shape but the process would've been MUCH easier with a little help! These grills are HEAVY! Getting the bottom ceramic plates assembled was a bit tricky - but I eventually got them all in there. Note, I've had them fall out from the ring attachment here and there, so I've had to re-assemble them a few times. From there it was just putting everything else on, the side shelves, the Slo-Roller, the x-ring attachment, deflector plates, and grill grates. The directions were very clear and concise.
Initial burn:
I also purchased some Kamado Joe lump charcoal as well as their fire starters. I filled the charcoal basket, fired it up, and just let it burn for a while. I did this to burn off any dust/lingering Styrofoam/manufacturing residue. Easy peasy!
First cook:
I had watched a hefty amount of YouTube videos leading up to my decision to buy this beast. It seemed to be pretty easy to use and control the temps. I did futz around with the vents a lot, but that was mostly just out of anxiety, worrying I was going to ruin my beautiful meat!! I ended up doing a pork shoulder and following a recipe and game plan from Smoking Dad BBQ (HIGHLY recommend this YT channel if you have a KJ or are considering one). Dry brined the pork with a rub the night before, then the day of the cook, followed his instructions. A big thing to keep in mind when cooking on the KJ is to be very patient and deliberate when building the fire. You need to wait for the ceramics to heat up and the dome to get heat soaked. This is super important as this grill is incredibly efficient and it helps you ensure you've got the right temps. Even though I messed with the vents a lot the temperature stayed very consistent. Long story short, the pork turned out great, but I didn't put in enough charcoal so I ended up having to transfer the pork to my oven for the final hour of the cook. Either way, my family was very happy with the results! Great bark, first smoke ring I've ever achieved while grilling/smoking anything, and phenomenal flavor. It really does make a difference!
Maintenance:
I haven't really had to give this one much thought so far as it's basically cleaned itself. You can crank up the temps and burn most of the grease and other residue off after you're done cooking. I imagine I'll have to clean and de-grease my Slo-Roller soon as I've had some drippings come down on the outer ring. Haven't had any issues yet. That's one of the reasons I went with the KJ over like a Traeger to be honest - even though there's more of a learning curve, long-term the maintenance aspect is just so much easier with a charcoal grill.
Final thoughts:
I love this thing. It's a jack of all trades. I'm still learning, still experimenting. Fuel management is a big thing for me right now. It's a constant give and take trying to figure out the perfect amount of charcoal to throw in for whatever I'm cooking. We've done whole chicken, ribs, chicken wings, and another pork shoulder, all have turned out amazing. Brisket is on the list but it's also pretty intimidating!! Keep in mind that this does have a learning curve but it isn't as bad as you might think. Just do your research, watch lots of videos, and experiment on your own.
Extra thoughts:
I would highly recommend getting a Meater thermometer - this really takes the guesswork out of the cooking. I'd say it's a must for any grilling and smoking regardless of the type of cooker you get. Also get lots of tin foil, the foil boat method is a keeper. I also ended up getting one of those grill guns. They're super fun to use, a little scary, but they make starting the fire insanely easy. Which was really the biggest rub for my first couple cooks, lighting the charcoal could be a PITA and required a lot of babysitting. Buy good meat, take your time, and plan your cooks, and you will be loving your KJ as much as I love mine.
It arrived in a nice sturdy shipping box with a pallet. It’s really heavy and I recommend at least two people for assembling and moving. We did notice right away that the gasket seal on the lid has some frays in it. This did not prevent us from being able to use it. I went to Kamado Joe's website, registered it and submitted a customer service request with a picture included and they sent me out a new seal gasket that next day (no charge) and I got it in the mail about 2 days later.
Since then, we have used it several times to grill and smoke and have had no issues with operating it and the food has been turning out amazing for us. We did notice the Kontrol Tower (the top where you control the smoke coming out) had paint peeling about 4 days later. I submitted another customer service request with pictures to Kamado Joe and they have mailed out a replacement Kontrol Tower (their spelling) already, no charge.
I am really impressed with Kamado Joe's customer service. Although technically I shouldn't have to be submitting issues for a grill I have had for about a week, the fact that none of the issues prevented use of the grill and that the manufacturer is taking care of the issue immediately and free of charge, I felt comfortable giving it a 5 star rating still.
I have since recommended the grill to several family and friends and they have been impressed with it. I personally liked that this grill had the 2-tier cooking system and came with everything it did included. The only additional purchases I have in mind are a soapstone and pizza stone.
This is a Kamado grill with a good reputation, great customer service, and great cooking results (as long as you operate it correctly). I am very happy with it. I do recommend watching some review/how to use videos on YouTube.
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