Gas Grill BBQ - Monarch 320 - 30 000 BTU - Black

We purchased the BBQ just over a month ago, for the balcony on our new townhome. This replaced a BK Regal which I had for 11 years. Great features in a BBQ with such a small footprint! Sure we shopped other brands, however for specs, features and value, none could come close to the Monarch! We also bought the SS rotisserie...motor is very powerful...and the family raved about the chicken!! My only issue was the difficult to understand assembly instructions...and don't rely on the video as it is for an older model and some of parts have changed. It would also be a benefit to add an insert on the nat gas model to fill the tank hole in the cabinet.

I can't remember how long ago I bought the equivalent model and am finally looking to buy the same unit. The Favour Wave dispersion system helps to considerable reduce, but not eliminate flaming. It is better than other propane barbecues I have used in the past. The cover has not warpeed, even though I have had a few sessions where I forgot about it and the temperature went way up. The biggest knock is the cast iron grill. It rusts over time. I think I am on my third set. My unit has been reliable - and still is actually - but I am upgrading for use at home and taking the old one to the cottage where I expect years more use.

I purchased this grill in August, or should say that I ordered it in June and got it in August, which was just fine, but when I went to use it a few days ago, the black paint was coming off in sheets in the back of the grill. This should not be happening? Was it something to do with quality control? People rushing too quickly to get the product in the mail? Hindsight, I would have gotten an all stainless steel one. We have had 2 Ducane grills since 1994 and NEVER have had a problem. I also purchased a Broil King higher end cover and we have always kept that on it. My advice to the consumer, "Buy only stainless steel".

After 10 months of intense use, I am very satisfied with this gas grill. The product is solid, powerful (for direct grilling) and easy to use to set/keep the desired temperature (mainly for low&slow and/or indirect grilling). I needed some time to fine tune my cooking style with this gas grill, being not a pit master :-) however it's part of the fun. Easy to clean but honestly I thought it was easier before buying it, you need to take care of it to get perfect results. 10 Kg GPL bottle fits in the dedicated compartment. I easily make regular big bbq's for 8/10 people. Over 10 people I would need bigger cook surface, but no doubt I would buy a Broil King gas grill.

Knowing I needed a replacement grill, I began shopping 6 months in advance. When I saw the Monarch 320 I was impressed that it had the features I had been looking for but could not find in any other grill. I always hesitate when starting an assembly of a product because the instructions are so poor. That was not the case! The instructions were detailed, clear and easy to follow. In fact, the design of the grill aided the assembly and I was done in less than half the time I expected. The meat, and a few vegetables, that I have cooked have turned out excellent. The grill is a joy to use and cooks evenly every time. When I wear this grill out, I will buy another one for sure.

I'm very happy to purchase a high quality product manufactured and assembled in Canada by Canadians. We've used the rotisserie a few times and are pleased with the results. It's a bit of a pain to have to remove the warming rack which I have forgotten to do before I did the pre-heating. The meats we've cooked have been delicious and we particularly like the reversible cast iron grills. We use this as a natural gas (NG) unit and built expanded metal shelves so as to utilize the cavity below the cooking assembly for BBQ accessories storage. Why don't you offer this as an additional option for NG units

The Monarch 390 is our third grill from Onward Manufacturing, we have never been disappointed with the materials, craftmanship, dependability or performance of the grills. With the rotisserie, side burner and reversible cast iron grates the cooking versatility of the 390 is exceptional ,especially in it's price class. During the last month we have grilled steaks, burgers, hot dogs, pork roast ( indirect) and rotisserie chicken on the grill all with outstand results. The only issue I have is the removal of a full grease pan and tray, sliding the unit out without spillage is challenging. Concluding, the 390 is a great grill, if properly maintained and kept covered you can expect many years of great grilling.

I like the BBQ. It is a good size for me. Heats to 400 F in 10 minutes and keeps climbing 100 degrees every 5 minutes thereafter. Grills fit very, very tightly. It has three drain slots which run into a single catch tray and then into a small square reservoir. This is too complex. I would prefer the old system of a single draw down point to a simple old soup can. Heat distribution appears even and heat retention in the fire box is very good. Overall construction and quality is comparatively superior. Be sure you season your grills properly and keep them oiled.