3 Burner Barbecues

Making a case for gas against charcoal is not a difficult task but when it comes to selecting a gas barbecue, which one is best?

With several models to choose from, it all comes down to functionality and budget. Most 3 burner gas barbecues will come complete with side shelves and even side burners, and all will have stainless steel burners. You can expect a cast iron grill plate and griddle, Piezo ignition and a lower storage cabinet or shelf with most models. A powder coated or stainless steel hood are standard features and all are generally easily transportable.

Fire Mountain, Everest 3 Burner Gas Barbecue - Stainless Steel
Price: £299.99
4.2 out of 5 stars

The Fire Mountain Everest 3 Burner Gas Barbecue offers the perfect al fresco dining experience for the entire family.

With 3 long life cast iron burners available for cooking a range of different foods, this barbecue also benefits from the addition of a grill plate and griddle making those succulent steaks or griddles vegetables a very real possibility.

  • [SMALL BUT MIGHTY] The middle sized gas barbecue in our Everest range is still compact but boasts a large cooking space. Who said gas barbecues are only for large gardens!
  • [PREMIUM QUALITY] Featuring high quality materials/components, our 3 burner BBQ ignitor lights instantly. The cast iron grill/griddle plate is heated by 2 long-life stainless steel burners.
  • [PORTABLE GAS BBQ] Our Everest gas barbecue is lightweight and has 2 large wheels making it easy to tilt and pack away between uses. Simply use your Fire Mountain cover, and store until next time!
  • [ADDITIONAL FEATURES] The stainless steel hood keeps heat in as you cook whilst the wire warming rack above grill keeps cooked food warm. Keep track of heat with the built-in temperature gauge.
  • [EASY OPERATION] Use your BBQ with propane (recommended) or butane gas. Gain optimum results with your outdoor grill. This product comes with a 1 year guarantee so you can grill outdoors with confidence.
Char-Broil Performance Series™  340B - 3 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill with TRU-Infrared™ technology, Black Finish.
Price: £377.99
  • TRU-Infrared cooking system - cooks food evenly, with less flare-ups to give up to 50% juicier food and uses up to 30% less gas.
  • Stainless steel burners - strong, durable burners that are built to last.
  • Side-burner - warm up sauces to complement your grill.
  • Surefire electronic igniter - light all your burners with the push of a button.
  • Lid-mounted temperature gauge - monitor the inside temperature of your grill.
  • Warming rack - keeps cooked food warm or ideal for burger buns or baguettes.
  • Side shelves - A place to rest your grilling tools or useful work-space.
  • Wheels and 2 locking casters - making it easy to move and keep it stable at its station.
  • Warranty - 5 years on the stainless steel burners. 2 years on all other parts.
Char-Broil Performance Series™  340S - 3 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill with TRU-Infrared™ technology, Stainless Steel Finish.
Price: £408.07
  • TRU-Infrared Cooking System - cooks food evenly, with less flare-ups to give up to 50% juicier food and uses up to 30% less gas.
  • Stainless Steel Burners - strong, durable burners that are built to last.
  • Side-burner - warm up sauces to complement your grill.
  • Surefire Electronic Igniter - light all your burners with the push of a button.
  • Lid-Mounted Temperature Gauge - monitor the inside temperature of your grill.
  • Warming Rack - keeps cooked food warm or ideal for burger buns or baguettes.
  • Side Shelves - a place to rest your grilling tools or useful work-space.
  • Wheels and 2 locking casters - making it easy to move and keep it stable at its station.
  • Warranty - 5 years on the stainless steel burners. 2 years on all other parts.
Char-Broil Advantage Series 345S - 3 Burner Gas Barbecue Grill with TRU-Infrared Technology, Stainless Steel Finish
Price: £499.00
  • TRU-Infrared Cooking System - cooks food evenly, with less flare-ups to give up to 50% juicier food and uses up to 30% less gas
  • Stainless steel burners - strong, durable burners that are built to last.
  • Side burner - warm up sauces to complement your grill
  • Surefire Electronic Igniter - light all your burners with the push of a button
  • Lid-mounted temperature gauge - monitor the inside temperature of your grill
  • Warming Rack - keeps cooked food warm or ideal for burger buns or baguettes.
  • Porcelain coated cooking grate and emitter in one for easy grilling and easy cleaning
  • Plancha | Cast iron grill plate - ideal for cooking omelettes or crispy bacon
  • Wheels and 2 locking casters - making it easy to move and keep it stable at its station
  • Warranty - 5 years on the stainless steel burners. 2 years on all other parts
Charles Bentley 3 Burner Gas BBQ - Black
Price: £179.99
  • 3 x Stainless-steel tube burners Total 13.5 kW IGT Brand UK standard CE approved regulator with 0.8m hose Automatic ignition for each burner
  • Warming rack Removable grease tray Thermometer 2 x Side tables 2 x Plastic Wheels
  • Steel Black powder coating Enamel Stainless Steel
  • L122 x D52 x H111cm Cooking height: 84.5cm Cooking size: 60 x 44.5cm Internal cupboard size: H57 x W60 x D43.5cm
  • 25kg

However, the 3 burner gas barbecue does have a distinct advantage over the 2 burner models.

Built-in versatility

The luxury of having a 3 burner gas barbecue is that you can cook a lot of food at any one time but you can also turn one burner off and use that area to keep food hot. Cooking food on a barbecue often requires an area for the cooked food to be kept until required, and a 3 burner model is ideal for this.

The 3 burner models, at around 130 cm wide, do not look out of place in smaller gardens and are big enough to cope with the demands of a hungry family and their friends. Should colour be a deciding factor, you can choose from a combination of colours including grey, black, green and brown. You also have the option of all steel or a mix of wood and steel.

A very popular model

Whichever of the 3 burner gas barbecue models you choose, you’ll be delighted with the strong yet lightweight construction and the ease of use. Most 3 burner barbecues will come as a self-assembly kit but don’t let that put you off. They are very easy to assemble for anyone with just the very basic knowledge of mechanics. Instructions are simple to follow, and you only have to do it once.

Also, a 24 month guarantee usually comes as standard with most models in this range. The 3 burner gas BBQ is proving to be a very popular model for families of all sizes with gardens big and small.