9 Best Louisiana Grills – Southern Style BBQ (Summer 2022)

We start of our list with this Louisiana Grills 61100-LG1100 Pellet Grill which we’ve voted as our Editor’s choice. This cooking master has an impressive 1061 sq in cooking capacity. That’s enough for you to cook up a storm for a large group of people.

The upper rack is removable in case you want even more cooking space.

The versatility of this model allows for both direct and indirect grilling techniques. Whether you want sear, roast or bake, this model allows you to do just that.

Its temperature range of 170Fᵒ to 600ᵒF allows you to cook different types of meats depending on your preferred cooking method. Thanks to the digital control centre, you have total temperature control. Do you want to cook low and slow or you want your meat cooked up in a matter of minutes? This model allows you to do both.

Your meat will be cooked to perfection thanks to the meat probe included with the unit.

If you’re new to the world of smoking, you won’t have any difficulties using the grill because it’s easy to operate. You can cook almost anything from ribs and vegetables to burgers on this multipurpose grill. Plus, it’s fairly easy to assemble especially if done by two people.

The grids are made of porcelain which will guarantee you a non-sticking cooking surface.

Weighing 173lb you can tell that it’s a considerably heavy unit. But thankfully it has wheels that make it easy to move around.

The 14lb hopper is on the smaller side so you’ll have to check the pellets frequently.

Also, the paint on the grill starts peeling off over time, so make sure to take good care of your appliance.

What do we love it for?

• Non sticky surface
• Easy to use
• Versatile
• Easy to assemble

What were we disappointed with?

• Heavy
• Paint peels off

The Louisiana Grills LG800BL pellet grill is a high-quality unit with Bluetooth connectivity, WiFi, and a fair price. The pellet area has a window, it’s easy to see how many pellets are remaining and this is a convenient feature. There are meat hooks at the top of the cooking chamber and a moving baffle for better direct grilling control. The maximum cooking temperature is 600ºF which is more than adequate for some serious grilling action. This grill has a pair of fully functional and programmable meat probes, an open/close slide-plate flame broiler, and porcelain-coated cooking grids.

The build quality is good when this grill is compared to other products at this price point. The feel is solid and durable, but the front fold out table could be more stable. The pellet firepot is vulnerable to additional wear and tear but this is a common problem with this type of design. The best way to deal with this problem is to close the slider when the grill is not in use. The temperature range goes from 180ºF up to 600ºF and the pellet hopper has an 18 lb capacity. The grill is constructed with heavy-duty 14-gauge steel that’s coated with a high-temperature black powder coated finish.

What are its best features?

• The Louisiana Grills LG800BL has most of the bells and whistles found on more expensive pellet grills.
• The pellet hopper window is a nice touch.
• At 600ºF the sear capability is impressive.
• This grill is a good value proposition in a crowded market.

What could be improved?

• The construction could be improved.
• The front table should be more stable.

The Louisiana Grills ESTATE 860BI is constructed from heavy-duty, 304 stainless steel to endure durability. The Large stainless steel burn grate installed in the burn pot and the flame broiler allows you to reach temperatures up to 600 degrees for fast grilling. Its other features include an auto-start electric igniter, feed system, natural wood pellets, fan-cooled hopper, stainless steel meat probe, and a lid thermometer.

The cooking surface of 860 square inches allows large cooking for one cooking session. The proprietary exhaust system and standard LG burn system combine for a thorough cooking experience in eight distinct ways. The incredible Louisiana Grills 860BI is made for a patio connoisseur who enjoys the backyard.

What stands out?

• It is spacious
• The internal cooking temperature automatically reduces the low smoke setting
• Hidden Grease Management System
• Double Walled Insulation for Heat Retention
• Slide Plate Flame Broiler

What cons did we manage to find?

• Risk of thick smoke from flame broil
• The grease pan may leak
• Igniter/Controller problems

The Louisiana Grills Estate 860C is ideal for feeding a crowd. This grill has been specifically designed for those who like to entertain family and friends. It is a versatile wood pellet grill that you can use to roast, bake, smoke, braise, sear and grill in your backyard or on your patio.

The grill is made with heavy duty stainless steel for superior durability. The main grate provides 579 square inches of cook space, while the upper rack adds 281 square inches to create a total of 860 square inches. This is more than sufficient for a couple of dozen burgers together with sides, so all your guests can eat at the same time.

The flame broiler allows you to reach a temperature of up to 600 degrees for a fast grill and great sear. The fan forced convection ensures even temperatures across the grill area, while the proprietary exhaust system creates even smoking.

The feed system and auto start electric igniter allows you to simply set the temperature, press start and sit back. The wood pellets feed into the burn pot to be automatically ignited, while the digital control center automatically maintains the temperature throughout the grilling process. The hopper has a 28 pound capacity, so you shouldn’t need to refill during your grilling session.

You can also keep a check on the temperature inside your grill with the lid thermometer, to ensure a good cook regardless of what meat you’re grilling.

The removable grease tray can catch any run off grease to avoid flare ups and make clean up easier. The grill also has a cart with two shelves in the bottom cabinets for storage and a shelf on either side for prep or to keep everything you need on hand. The cart has heavy duty casters to make it easier to move the grill to another area of your yard to find the perfect grilling spot.

What are our favorite features?

• Impressive cook area totaling 860 square inches
• Plenty of storage in the cabinet with side tables to allow prep or keep grilling accessories on hand

What could be better?

• It is quite heavy. While the cart has heavy duty casters, it can be tricky to move.

The Louisiana Grills LG800 Deluxe is certainly a deluxe option and the best dual chamber grill on the market. This grill has a double walled, beautiful stainless steel grill that showcases that this is pellet grilling at its finest. This grill is ideal for any family, whether you’re a grill master or complete newbie.

The grill has large cabinets to provide additional storage space, and two side shelves to help keep the prep work outdoors without needing to keep popping back into the kitchen.

The LG800 Deluxe features the Louisiana Grills burn technology that offers cooking temperatures of 180ºf to 500ºf. This makes it ideal for cooking low and slow to create sumptuous meats or searing steaks.

The grill features a standard flame broiler with a simple slide plate to allow direct and indirect flame grilling. The cooking grate is porcelain coated cast iron for superb heat distribution and easy cleaning. While cast iron is established as the best material for grilling, the porcelain coating minimizes sticking.

The LG800 Deluxe offers 810 square inches of cooking space with a two tiered format. The main grate has greater access to the flames, while the upper rack is ideal for grilling veggies or other items that don’t require higher heat.

What makes the LG800 stand apart from many other models is the extra touches that Louisiana Grills has thought to include. This includes a full function programmable meat probe to ensure that everything is perfectly cooked, through to a stainless steel bottle opener, so you don’t need to head back into the kitchen if you want a cold brew as you grill. There is also a one touch auto start ignition system and automatic cool down power cycle to further enhance functionality.

What makes it stand out?

• Grease bucket hidden inside the cabinet for easy clean up
• Plenty of storage including side shelves with tool hooks.
• Massive 810 square inches of cook space.

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• This is a premium product with a premium price tag

If you’re looking for a compact grill look no further than this Louisiana Grills LG-001000-1570 Country Smoker. For this reason, we’ve voted it as the best portable grill.

The 570 sq in cooking area isn’t as large as the other models. But it’s still large enough to cook for small family gatherings. The manufacturer did include an optional rack if you want more cooking space.

It’s a pretty versatile model that you can use for both grilling and smoking.

The unit features a 12 lb sized hopper which is powerful enough for the unit to perform effectively. But since the hopper is on the smaller side then you’ll have to continuously check on your food to avoid running out of fuel.

The temperature ranges are sufficient enough to allow you to cook different types of meat to perfection.

You’ll appreciate that it comes with an auto igniter to set your preferred cooking times.

Other useful extra features found on this model include a proprietary exhaust and digital control center. Your cooking temperatures will be maintained at the desired setting for the duration of the grilling process.

Unfortunately, the durability of the element and main control box is questionable. They may need to be replaced after a few months. Also, it won’t work well for long smoking methods.

The barrel tends to rust badly over time. Just be sure to maintain your unit properly to prevent this.

What makes it stand out?

• Lightweight
• Portable
• Easy to use

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Not for long smoking
• Durability of certain components questionable

Here we have a Louisiana grill ideally suited for commercial use. This is largely owed to its impressive 3106 sq in capacity. You can cook plenty of food for your patrons at one go.

It weighs over 500 lb making it the heaviest unit on our list. But we’re sure this isn’t a deal breaker because the grill houses are less likely to move it around often. The manufacturer included industrial grade locking wheels to ensure that the grill stays securely in place.

For such a large unit it’s not surprising that it has a 48 000 BTU rating which makes it powerful.

The manufacturer also included two large hoppers that are 40 lbs each in size. Your staff members don’t have to spend their time refuelling the unit every now and again.

This multipurpose grill can be used for both direct and indirect grilling techniques to satisfy different customer requirements. You can use the unit to sear, roast or bake different kinds of food.

For such a large unit, it’s pretty simple to operate thanks to the easy-start button. The LED display screen is easy to read.

This grill has stainless steel grids that you’ll find easy to clean and maintain.

Even though it’s ideally suited for commercial use you can still use at home if you tend to host large parties regularly.

A few extra features found on this unit that you’ll find useful include the auto start and cool down function. You can program the grill to start cooking at your preferred time. Once food is done the temperature is automatically reduced to prevent burning.

What are its best features?

• Easy to clean & maintain
• Simple to operate
• Two large hoppers
• Versatile

What could be improved?

• Heavy

We’ve voted this model as our value pick because of the features it offers for the price.

The cooking area is slightly smaller than the model reviewed above, but it’s still large enough to accommodate plenty of meat at once.

Weighing just under 190 lb, it’s slightly heavier than the other models. But like most Louisiana grills it comes with wheels for mobility.

This unit is versatile and allows you to perform either direct or indirect cooking methods. Feel free to bake, smoke or sear food using this model.

You’ll appreciate how most of the components are made of stainless steel which allows for easy clean up. The grids are made of porcelain which makes the surface non-stick.

The high temperature powder coat finish improves heat retention for a more effective grilling process.

You’ll find this grill easy to use. You can control the temperatures with just the touch of a button. It also has a digital control centre that automatically controls the cooking temperatures during grilling.

This unit is easy to set up. Assembling can be done by one person.

Thanks to the relatively large 21 lb hopper, you don’t have to refuel the unit often.

Cooking on this grill is very easy and intuitive.

Unfortunately, some of the contents may arrive damaged. In some cases, some parts may arrive missing altogether. If this happens make use of the 90-day return policy.

What makes it stand out?

• Multipurpose grill
• Easy to assemble
• Large cooking area
• Easy to use

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Poor packaging
• Missing parts