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Evo Flattop Griddles: The Circular Cooktop, Designed and Built in Oregon
Evo was born in 2001 in Portland, Oregon, when founder Bob Shingler had an idea while fly fishing along the Metolius River in Central Oregon and later cooking breakfast in a cast iron skillet. He envisioned an appliance similar to a cast iron pan but with a larger cooking surface and more controllable heat, and built it. Designed and built in Oregon, Evo griddles are made for outdoor cooks who want to do more than grill. The circular cooking surface lets you prepare virtually any cuisine from any angle, and every model uses concentric inner and outer burner zones with independent controls, giving you a wide range of cooking temperatures across a single surface.
Evo Affinity Series: Purpose-Built for Outdoor Kitchen Installation
The Evo Affinity series is designed specifically for built-in outdoor kitchen installation, available in two sizes to fit a range of outdoor kitchen layouts. The Affinity 30G is Evo's most popular residential model, with a 30" circular cooking surface and independent inner and outer burner zones. The Affinity 25G brings the same cooking system to a more compact 25" footprint, suited for smaller outdoor kitchen cutouts. Both models are available in natural gas and propane.
- Dual Concentric Burner Zones: Two independently controlled burner rings give you two distinct temperature zones on a single circular cooking surface. Sear on one side, hold on the other, or run both at full output for high-volume cooking, all without moving food between surfaces.
- Oil-Seasoned Steel Cooking Surface: The standard Evo cooking surface is pre-treated black steel that builds a natural, chemical-free non-stick layer with use. It works like a well-seasoned cast iron pan. Cook anything directly on the surface, including eggs, fish, pancakes, and stir fry, without the need for chemical coatings or non-stick treatments.
- Ceramic-Clad Cooking Surface Upgrade: Select Affinity models are available with a factory-installed ceramic-clad cooking surface. The ceramic surface requires no seasoning and offers an alternative to the standard oil-seasoned steel for those who prefer a lower-maintenance cooking surface.
- Grease Management: A stainless steel drip pan surrounds the full cooking surface, capturing grease and drippings before they can flare up. Two removable waste drawers at the front of the unit make cleanup quick and straightforward after every cook.
Evo Professional Wheeled Cart: Freestanding Versatility
Not every outdoor kitchen needs a cutout. The Evo Professional Wheeled Cart was Evo's first product and remains one of its most versatile, a fully featured flat-top griddle that rolls wherever the cooking happens. Built with commercial quality stainless steel, it features the same 30" circular oil-seasoned cooking surface and dual concentric burner system as the Affinity series, giving you independent inner and outer zone control across the full surface. Electronic spark ignition lights one or both burners simultaneously, and a removable waste tray keeps cleanup straightforward. Heavy-duty casters make it easy to reposition anywhere on the patio, and both natural gas and propane configurations are available.
Talk to a BBQGuys Expert Today
Evo griddles are a different kind of outdoor cooking appliance, and choosing the right model and configuration for your space takes a little more thought than a traditional grill purchase. Our outdoor kitchen experts can help you compare the Affinity and Professional models, understand installation requirements, and find the right accessories to complete your setup. Read our flat top griddle buying guide for a deeper dive into what to look for, or call one of our experts at 1-877-743-2269, available daily to help you find the right Evo for your outdoor kitchen.
