Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill

Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill Reviews



Overall 4.5 star rating4.58 of 5 (by 12 users)



Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill Review Summary

If you're looking for a charcoal tailgate grill, Weber scales down their classic kettle grill with the Weber Smokey Joe. You get the even heating of the kettle shape and top vents for heat regulation. Anana17 says, "I would choose to cook with charcoal over gas any day and this is a great little charcoal BBQ." The Smokey Joe is a small grill, but who wants a big monster grill for tailgating? You can fit a good number of hot dogs or hamburgers on the Smokey Joe or chicken for a family of four. Rit007 says, "I take my Smokey Joe every with me every time I hit the outdoors because I never know when or where the urge for roasted or smoked meat and vegetables may strike." Charcoal fans can enjoy grilled food on the road with this little Weber. And, the price is nice too. Compare charcoal and gas grills with these helpful grill reviews.
58% of people rated Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill as 5 stars
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No one rated Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill as 3 stars
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Weber Smokey Joe Gold Charcoal Grill Ratings and Reviews

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outdoor food writer, prefer charcoal to gas, busy mom, fun loving

JUN
23
2008

I got a Weber Smokey Joe tailgate grill many years ago. Our household goods were in storage with a military move. I wanted to grill out, so I picked up this small grill by Weber.

The little Weber grill works just as well as the big one. It has the same kettle shape that means even cooking. The vents on top help with heat regulation. The bigger one has bottom vents. This one does not. Too messy I'd say.

Obviously the Weber Smokey Joe won't hold as much as the larger sized Weber grills, but it holds more than I would have thought. It works fine for family cook outs (and uses less charcoal), and it's...

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5 star rating
2009 VIP
CyndiA
southern, NC



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helpful
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picking up after pets, too busy to make beds

AUG
19
2009

I love the Weber Smokey Joe.  I live in a townhouse so I don't have a lot of storage room or outdoor space for grilling.  The Smokey Joe is great because it is so compact and durable.  It fits nicely in a corner of the garage and doesn't get in the way when not in use.  When it is being used, it doesn't take up the whole, tiny backyard.  Usually, it is only used for grilling for my husband and me, but when we ask it to cook for a party, it does a great job.  I would choose to cook with charcoal over gas any day and this is a great little charcoal BBQ.  I like that I only need to use a little...

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5 star rating
reviewer 2009 Writer
Anana17
Westminster, CO



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a frequent barbecuer, Bar-B-Cue King

MAY
29
2008

If you're going camping for a week or just one day...buy this little brother to the bigger Weber Kettle.  It breathes better than cheaper knock-offs, allowing the meat to cook faster and more evenly.  It's not for super big jobs all at once.  But, even if you have a big group, hot dogs & hamburgers only take a few minutes.

I like to do chicken leg quarters on mine.  Will hold 4 of these easily.  Not too much to say on this one.  It's a "Jr." version of the Weber Kettle and will last for YEARS!


4 star rating
2009 Advisor
OldHippie
Saint Louis, MO



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Willing to pay for quality, a Mac addict, practical, daily driver, quality conscious, budget conscious, Every day computer user, a PC User

DEC
14
2009

The Weber Smokey Joe Gold is the PERFECT small grill!

I love this grill, it is the perfect size for a few people at home or on a camping trip.

The size of the grill enables the owner to not use too much charcoal for just a few people.

This grill is great for a variety of situations: at home, camping, picnics, tailgates, and so much more.

The grill, while it is less than $40, you are still getting the quality of a weber.

The stainless steel grates are very easy to clean off and the food doesn't stick nearly as much as the ceramic grates stick.

The small size also enables one to conserve lighter...
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5 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
lifeismusic33
Mc Farland, WI



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NOV
25
2009

I love this grill.  My fiance bought it while we were in college since we didn't have room for a full-size grill.  Since then, we've brought the gill on many camping trips and vacations.

My fiance said he just bought the "Gold" model because he liked the color better, but it turns out that the "Gold" model is actually worth the extra ~$10 you pay for the grill, because of the additional features.  This model is closed on the bottom and has these nice closable side ventss.  That means that when you are done grilling, all you have to do is put the top on and close the side vents.  The whole...

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5 star rating
reviewer 2009 Reviewer
NMiller
Palo Alto, CA



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fun loving, Every day computer user, computer literate, love to travel

AUG
31
2009

I take my Smokey Joe every with me every time I hit the outdoors because I never know when or where the urge for roasted or smoked meat and vegetables may strike.  I love to hunt many types of wild game so I'm out during different times of the year.  I fish from Spring to late fall.  I camp and I love cookouts on the fly.  My Smokey Joe has been my go to grill for as long as they have been in existance.  It is not the only portable grill I own but it is my favorite because I get that even cooking and excellent quality that Weber is famous for.  This is the only small grill that I have seen...

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4 star rating
2009 Writer
rlt007
Milwaukee, WI



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JUL
15
2008
I bought this at ACE Hardeware a couple of months back. My grill says the Smokey Joe Platinum Charcoal Grill but there is no difference that I can tell between the gold and platinum version. I really like this little grill. It is great for just 2 people. I have used irt several times and have more or less parked my gass grills. The smokey joe is much easier to use and cooks better than the gas grills that I have. It is made pretty well also. i was surprised by the weight of the grill when Ipicked it up. It is easy to move around and can be used about any where. It is eay to take with you and easy... read full review »
5 star rating
reviewer 2009 Contributor
rmanasco
West Columbia, SC



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too busy to make beds, a frequent barbecuer

JUL
15
2008
I bought ours in 2007, and it has served us well. It sat outside on the front patio all winter and hardly rusted at all! The size is perfect for two people, it's very portable, and will most likely still be useable should we have to move to smaller digs anytime soon. The perfect size to take to the park.
5 star rating
2008 Contributor
researchkimmer
Chicago, IL



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messy

SEP
12
2009

Had a Smokey Joe for a long time.  It was portable and easy to take along.  Put it on a picnic table and go to town.  Liked that it was easy to load and light, but it did take time to cook a large amount.  Great for 2-3 people.  Beginner grillers will like this. 


4 star rating
reviewer
GrammySandy
Wiggins, CO



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SEP
24
2008
It is one of the most important things to bring with you on your camping trip!  You won't have to worry about how you are going to make those hotdogs.
4 star rating
reviewer
wee879
Marathon, WI



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a frequent barbecuer

Rated on May 20, 2008

4 star rating
 Moderator
Sheffield
Chicago, IL



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a frequent barbecuer

Rated on February 5, 2009

5 star rating
reviewer
snoone
Libertyville, IL



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