Crown Verity CVPCB36 Professional Series 36 inch Liquid Propane Portable Grill with 74,800 BTU Output, 5 Stainless Steel Burners, and Pullout Water Tray in Stainless Steel

36" Portable Grill

Crown Verity's Portable Grills are ideal for the rental and catering industry. These grills are stackable for easy transport and storage. Product does not include table legs.

• Grills constructed of 304 stainless steel
• Every grill comes equipped with a pullout water tray that catches grease and cools food when it drops
• Includes water pans with drain spout to ease cleaning and help eliminate grease fires from occurring
• 15,000 BTUH stainless steel burners - units heat up to cooking temperature within 5 minutes
• Ready to use: ships completely assembled on a skid
• Four levelling feet included
• Additional side handle allows for ease to lift the unit on and off of surfaces
• Equipped with additional crash bars on the front face to ensure a robust build; prepared for regular movement

Why Buy Crown Verity CVPCB36 36" Portable Grill

• High Thermal Output: Delivers 80,000 BTUs for commercial setups and 74,800 BTUs for residential configurations across 5 stainless steel burners, ensuring fast heat-up times and consistent cooking temperatures.
• Expanded Surface Area: Features a 714 sq. in. main grilling area with precise cooking surface dimensions of 34.284" x 20.676".
• Commercial 304 Stainless Steel Construction: Built entirely with heavy-duty 304 stainless steel, including the body, burners, radiants, and grates, for maximum corrosion resistance and durability.
• Designed for Portability & Transport: Features integrated crash bars on the front and sides for extra protection during transit, along with a stackable, unibody design.
• Easy Maintenance & Safety: Includes built-in water pans with drain ports that catch grease to eliminate flare-ups and simplify cleanup.
• Commercial Certifications: NSF and ETL certified, meeting strict public health and safety standards required for commercial food service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the CV-PCB-36?

A: The CV-PCB-36 is a 36-inch portable countertop gas grill designed for high-volume commercial catering, event venues, and outdoor food service applications.

Q: How many burners does the CV-PCB-36 have?

A: The CV-PCB-36 features five heavy-duty 304 stainless steel burners engineered for fast heat recovery and even temperature distribution.

Q: What is the BTU output of the CV-PCB-36?

A: The unit delivers 80,000 BTUH for commercial applications and 74,800 BTUH for residential setups.

Q: What is the cooking surface area of the CV-PCB-36?

A: The CV-PCB-36 offers a main grilling area of 714 square inches, measuring 34.284" L x 20.676" W.

Q: What materials are used to build the CV-PCB-36?

A: It is constructed entirely of heavy-duty 304 stainless steel, including the body, burners, radiants, and cooking grates.

Q: How does the CV-PCB-36 prevent flare-ups?

A: It features an integrated pull-out water pan system with drain ports that catches grease, cools it instantly to eliminate fires, and reduces smoke.

Q: Is the CV-PCB-36 easy to transport and store?

A: Yes. It includes front and side crash bars to protect gas controls in transit, and its unibody design allows multiple units to be stacked safely for transport or storage.

Q: What certifications does the CV-PCB-36 hold?

A: The grill is NSF and ETL certified, meeting strict public health and sanitation standards required for commercial food operations.

Pros and Cons of Crown Verity CVPCB36 36" Portable Grill

Pros

• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built entirely with commercial 304 stainless steel, offering high resistance to rust, corrosion, and weather exposure.
• Rapid & Uniform Heating: Generates strong thermal output across five stainless steel burners, allowing the grill to reach cooking temperature in under five minutes with even heat distribution.
• Transit-Ready Design: Features integrated crash bars on the front and sides to protect gas valves, knobs, and controls during transport.
• Flare-Up & Smoke Prevention: Uses a built-in water pan system to catch grease and cool it instantly, significantly reducing smoke and eliminating grease fires.
• Space-Saving Storage: The unibody frame is designed for safe stacking, making it easy to store or transport multiple units for high-volume catering operations.
• Ready Right Away: Arrives fully assembled and factory pre-tested, requiring no setup prior to use.

Cons

• Significant Initial Investment: Requires a larger financial commitment than standard residential or light-duty commercial models.
• Heavier Countertop Unit: Its heavy-duty commercial build makes it weighty, typically requiring two people to lift and transport comfortably.
• Open-Top Setup: Comes standard as an open-top grill; recipes that require heat retention or convection require purchasing a compatible dome hood or accessory lid separately.
• Liquid Propane Focus: Designed primarily for LP tanks; setting up for natural gas lines requires specific conversion equipment and professional installation.

Conclusion

The Crown Verity CV-PCB-36 is a commercial-grade workhorse designed for caterers, event venues, and rental businesses that need reliable, high-volume performance on the go. While its cost and weight make it unnecessary for casual backyard cooking, its commercial sanitation certifications, durable stainless steel construction, fast heat recovery, and stackable frame make it a dependable choice for demanding foodservice operations.