12 Best Flat Top Grill Accessories (FOR BEGINNERS)

As an ardent griller, I have always wanted to stay up to date with the best flat top grill accessories for my grill.

There are so many ways to cook on a flat top grill and so many types of flat top grill available on the market that it is only fair to have a specialized flat top accessories kit for each type of grilling experience.

The most basic and best rated flat top grill accessories are flat metal spatulas, squirt bottles, a scraper, and long-handled tongs.

I will also share the lesser-known griddle accessories like the dome, thermometer, wire rack, burger press, and their most ergonomic designs for your ease. I will also review some handy flat top grill accessories kits that I have uncovered during my research for the best grilling experience.

Best Top Flat Top Grill Accessories

Congratulations! You got a griddle and now you are on the prowl to find out about the must have flat top grill accessories. These accessories work well with any flat surface grill, like the Blackstone Griddle, pit boss, cuisinart or a Camp Chef Grill.

1. Spatula

This is one of the best flat top grill accessories and does not require any explanation. There are various considerations that I make before buying a spatula.

Firstly, make sure you buy a stainless-steel spatula, as griddles can reach extremely high temperatures and only a stainless-steel spatula can withstand such temperatures. Avoid spatulas made of plastic, wood or silicone, etc. as they can easily melt.

They also come in different sizes, i.e., round and square. Round spatulas are a handy tool for mixing your vegetables around. However, only a square spatula can give you the best griddle flipping experience. Get an 8-inch spatula to make your grilling experience a safe one.

The last consideration to make when buying this griddle accessory is to think about buying one with holes or no holes.

I believe one should have both within their griddle accessories kit. A holed spatula will help in transporting greasier items onto the serving plate, whereas, a non-holed spatula is great for flipping soft, crumbly items like hash browns. Yum!!

Amazon and Walmart have several of the best flat top griddle accessories kits, including all kinds of spatulas for the beginner’s griddle experience.

2. Grill Tongs

Tongs are another one of the must have flat top grill accessories. Due to the high cooking temperatures, it is imperative that a stainless-steel tong is bought for the best griddle experience. Its size is the only factor that you need to consider while buying.

Short length tongs provide the best function while tossing meats. However, it also means that your hands may burn a little from all the sizzling grease. On the other hand, longer tongs make it more difficult to handle meats but keep your hands safer.

This is a personal choice that you will make as you become an experienced griddle cook. Many tongs come with non-slip edges and may become a great part of your flat top accessories kit.

3. Squirt Bottles:

Squeezable squirt bottles or oil bottles are a must have flat top grill accessory. It’s better to keep more than two at hand because many users have complained of burnt or melted oil bottles due to the high heat of the griddle.

It’s better to keep a few in stock that are plastic materials. There are two options available within the oil bottles market. I

It can either have a twistable cap or a pop-off/on the lid. Many users opt for the popping on/off lid as griddle cooking is a fast experience with a tong in one hand and a squirt of oil from the other one. Twistable lids, if left untwisted, can create a lot of mess, hence, pop off lids are recommended.

4. Flat top grill scraper

The scraper is used to scrape off extra residue and bits of food left hardened on the griddle. It is essential for the cleaning regimen of your griddle.

They can also be used for chopping up meats and vegetables while grilling and, hence, should be made of stainless steel to avoid any melting and damage.

Scrapers are usually handheld, and the proximity of your hand to the griddle can be unsafe for most beginner griddle users.

However, scrapers with 6-inch handles are exceptionally great for scraping off griddle gunk at the perfect angle while also keeping your hands safe.

5. Infrared Thermometer

This is one of the best flat top grill accessories that most beginners forget to buy, as it usually does not come included in any regular accessories kit.

Or you want your pancakes to cook perfectly at 375 degrees without splashing around. Or maybe you want to cook homemade tortilla chips and then you need to know that your oil is at 375 degrees while the griddle is ready to cook at 500 degrees.

Better than second guessing yourself and repeating burnt food mistakes, buy an infrared thermometer and learn how to control and cook on your griddle perfectly every time!

6. Cheese melt Dome

If you want melted cheese on top of your perfectly seared steaks or a pizza on a griddle then a griddle dome is definitely the unmatched grill accessory that you should have.

It can also be used for steaming eggs and omelets. Buy a dome of stainless steel for even temperatures within the mini oven you create to cook your eggs perfectly all around.

Griddle domes come with handles that may have rubber on top to save your hand from burning and keep your grilling experience pleasant. It is one of the essential flat top grill accessories.

7. Wire Rack

Another must have accessory is the wire rack, which you can put aside for indirect cooking if you have a wide flat top griddle.

Wire racks are made of stainless steel and come in two sizes. You can buy a small or larger one depending upon your griddle top’s size.

They are a convenient item for when you want to stop the cooking process without making your food too cold and also to let some grease drip off from the cooked food while keeping it fresh and crisp.

Definitely one of the must have outdoor flat top accessories.

8. Bacon Weight/ Burger Press:

Another accessory that has a number of benefits for flat top grill enthusiasts. It can help in quickly cooking your meat flat and may also be used to press panini and burgers into your favorite smashed meals where the melted cheese and all other condiments stay together.

These weights are one of the lesser-known must haves within your flat top accessories that most of the accessories kits online do not include.

Keep it handy and you can treat yourself to some yummy and crispy hashbrowns, cooked to perfection. 

9. Best flat top accessories kits

Fortunately for beginners, Amazon and Walmart are stockpiled with flat top accessories kits. There are a number of options to choose from, like HaSteel’s and Anmarko’s professional flat top grill accessories kits on Amazon.

The 20 pieces accessories kit by RüK and the 11 pieces one by GrillGoat offer a wide range of grilling tool options for your indoor or outdoor griddle accessories. You can compare the kits online to get the handiest tools for an amazing griddle cooking experience.

10. Flat Top Grill Cover

The flat top griddle cover is the first thing you should buy because it’s an essential griddle accessory for protecting and preserving the surface of your griddle.

The cover is usually made of durable and heavy gauge vinyl. It’s designed to fit most griddle sizes and protect the surface from scratches, spills, and other damage while you’re cooking.

11. Accessory Bag

The grill accessory bag is a great way to store all the necessary griddle accessories that you may not be using or might need to take with you on a camping trip.

This will also prevent any other items from getting mixed up with your griddle tools and, in turn, make it easier for you to find exactly what you need.

These are the best way to organize grill tools and are best for camping, picnics, and tailgating.

12. Griddle Cleaning Kit

Last but not least, you need a griddle cleaning kit to deep clean your dirty griddle surface top. This includes a scraper, scrub pads, and pumice stone or grill brick. The Orange scrub pads are good for routine cleaning; The griddle stone is designed for removing more extreme things like rust, so we should only use it when necessary.

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