Blackstone 28” 2-Burner Griddle with Hard Cover — $224 at Walmart
If you’ve been eyeing a Blackstone griddle, this week is a good time to pull the trigger. Walmart is selling the 2-Burner 28” Blackstone Original Flat Top Griddle with Hard Cover for $224 with free shipping [AFFILIATE:walmart] — and that hard cover bundled in at this price point is the part that really makes it worthwhile.
What You’re Getting
The 28” Blackstone is the sweet spot in the lineup — big enough to cook for a crowd (think four burgers, a pile of shrimp, and some veggie sides all at once), but compact enough to tuck into a garage or onto a smaller deck without dominating the space. Two independently controlled burners let you run different heat zones, which matters when you’re doing smash burgers on one side and eggs or breakfast sausage on the other. The rolled steel flat top surface is what Blackstone is known for: once it’s properly seasoned, it’s basically non-stick and builds flavor over time.
The hard cover is a genuine add. A lot of griddle deals skip it, and buying one separately runs $30–$50. Here it’s included, which protects your seasoned surface from rain and debris between cooks — a real quality-of-life upgrade if this lives outdoors year-round.
Who This Is For
This deal is built for Southern families kicking off cookout season, backyard tailgaters, and anyone who’s been cooking on a standard grill grate and wants more real estate and versatility. Smash burgers, fajitas, fried rice, bacon — none of that works well on grates, and all of it shines on a flat top. If you’ve got a household of four or more and you entertain at all between May and October, this griddle will earn its keep fast.
It’s also a strong entry point if you’re Blackstone-curious but haven’t committed yet. The 28” size costs less than the larger 36” models and is easier to store, so there’s less risk if you’re figuring out whether flat-top cooking is your thing.
How It Compares
Blackstone’s own 36” model with a cover typically runs $100–$150 more and requires more storage space. Other flat-top brands at this price point (Cuisinart, Royal Gourmet) exist, but Blackstone’s seasoning ecosystem, replacement parts availability, and community recipe base are hard to match. At $224 with free shipping and a cover included, this is competitive with what you’d normally pay for the griddle alone.
Things to Know
- Assembly required — budget 30–45 minutes on setup day.
- Seasoning is a must before first cook — takes about 20 minutes with oil and is a one-time upfront step.
- Walmart pricing can shift. The deal is live now; no stated expiration, but Walmart flash pricing moves.
- Pair it with a Blackstone spatula set and seasoning kit for a complete setup. Both are widely available on Amazon [AFFILIATE:amazon].
Bottom Line
This is a legitimate deal on a legitimate product right as the season for using it peaks. The hard cover inclusion puts it over the top. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to get into flat-top cooking, this is a reasonable entry point.
Check the $224 price at Walmart → [AFFILIATE:walmart]