Traeger Flatrock 2 Review: Cook Every Meal Outdoors with This Versatile Flat-Top Griddle

Traeger has long been known for its grills, delivering an easy-to-use smoker experience with multiple models across several categories. But Traeger doesn’t just make some of the best pellet grills on the market. The brand’s flat-top griddles offer another way to cook outside, whether you’re using one next to a smoker or on its own.

In July 2025, I was lucky enough to get my hands on the latest model, the Traeger Flatrock 2 Zone griddle. From making dinner to breakfast and lunch, here’s how the Traeger Flatrock 2 performed during testing.

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Traeger Flatrock 2 Zone Griddle

This easy-to-use griddle delivers even heating and excellent flavor.

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What is the Traeger Flatrock 2 griddle?

Traeger came out with its first griddle, the Flatrock 3 Zone, in 2023. As an outdoor cooking enthusiast, I tested this model. (Along with smoking everything from meats to vegetables and baked goods on the Traeger Timberline, Trager Ironwood XL and Traeger Woodridge Pro!)

The only problem? The Flatrock 3 takes up a significant amount of space. The new Flatrock 2 offers plenty of room for cooking, with a smaller footprint.

The griddle is 59 inches wide by 36 inches tall, with folding arm tables on each side and a lid. That lid protects the recessed carbon steel griddle set inside, which offers 468 square inches of cooking space. The exterior of the griddle is constructed of powder-coated steel, making it incredibly durable and weather-resistant.

There are two knobs on the front to use to ignite the griddle and adjust the temperature setting, and it delivers 36,000 BTUS while cooking, which is similar to some of the best gas grills on the market.

How We Tested It

Set-Up

Weighing 120 pounds, the Traeger Flatrock 2 Zone arrived in a box on a wood pallet. There are many individual parts in the box, requiring quite a bit of assembly time. The side shelves, legs and wheels need to be attached to the main body, and the carbon steel cooktop has to be set inside. However, the tools needed and thorough instructions are included to make things simpler. Traeger also has a QR code on the instruction manual to scan if you’d prefer to watch a video to understand assembly steps.

Cooking

Turning the Flatrock 2 griddle on to cook is simple. There’s no need to flip a power switch or utilize electricity, like the Flatrock 3 required. Simply connect a propane tank and turn each knob to ignite. The knobs will click, ignition will take place and you can adjust the temperature between high to low. On high, it preheats in under 10 minutes and is ready for cooking.

The two U-shaped burners allow for even cooking, with the option to set both burner knobs to the same temperature or to cook two different items at different temperatures at the same time. This is particularly helpful if you’re prepping multiple things on the griddle and need one to continue cooking while the other stays warm before serving.

I made fluffy pancakes on the griddle, with golden results and even heating across the surface. One of my favorite things to prep is tacos on the griddle, with a variety of components. I use the high heat to sauté a mixture of peppers and onions and cook seasoned ground beef on the other side. The peppers get a wonderful charred flavor, and the meat cooks perfectly, with the help of Traeger accessories like the Flatrock metal spatulas to evenly break up the beef. It results in excellent flavor and moisture. From there, I can warm up my tortillas on the griddle and assemble and serve tacos straight from the deck.

Throughout testing, I also grilled bread on the griddle, with a drizzle of olive oil for excellent flavor and crunch. This is the perfect base for avocado toast or smaller sliced pieces paired with a dip. Cooking vegetables such as asparagus on this griddle is second-to-none, resulting in light charring and ideal texture. I began cooking on the griddle at least once a day for multiple days throughout the week because of just how fun and easy it is to use. Plus, it eliminates the need for dirtying pots and pans. No matter what I cooked, I didn’t notice any fluctuations in temperature or dead spots, even living in a very windy place.

Cleaning

Toward the bottom of the cooktop, there is a hole that leads down to the EZ-Clean Keg. This allows you to scrape any grease or debris on the cooktop into the hole, where it catches in the keg. Over time, this will fill up, and the aluminum liner in the keg makes it quick and easy to remove and throw away. Once the grill is scraped, apply a layer of oil and let it cook off to season the griddle.

Pros

• Ample space for cooking multiple items
• No electricity required
• Carbon steel cooktop
• Weather-resistant exterior
• Easy to use

Cons

• High price point

Product Comparison: Traeger vs. Blackstone

Blackstone has been making flat-top griddles for many years. The Flatrock was Traeger’s answer, introducing a cooktop to the griddle category that was still built with the brand’s signature durable powder-coated steel.

Blackstone griddles come in a variety of sizes and allow you to adjust multiple burners to cook several things at once, just like the Flatrock 2 does. The Blackstone griddle surface is made from cold-rolled steel, while Traeger’s is carbon steel. Blackstone griddles are a great option for beginners who are looking for something to get them cooking outside, while Traeger’s griddle is designed for outdoor cooking enthusiasts in mind. It comes in at a much higher price point than any Blackstone model, but that price increase is seen in the quality of construction and materials, along with durability.

Final Verdict

While outdoor cooking comes in a variety of formats, whether you’re using a pizza oven, a gas grill, a charcoal grill or smoker, the Traeger Flatrock griddle is delivering another type of cooking experience. There is a live flame, but it’s not direct, making it much easier to manage while cooking. A flat-top griddle is the ideal option for someone getting into outdoor cooking, and the Traeger Flatrock makes it that much more approachable with simple ignition and even heat distribution. It’s an incredibly durable, high-performing griddle that doesn’t take up too much space.

Where to Buy the Traeger Flatrock 2 Griddle

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Traeger Flatrock 2 Zone Griddle

Cook breakfast, lunch and dinner with plenty of space and even heating on this griddle.

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Ready to get to griddling? The Traeger Flatrock 2 is available on Traeger Flatrock 2 Zone Griddle for $799. It’s also available at Ace Hardware, The Home Depot and Williams Sonoma.

FAQ

How do you season the Traeger Flatrock?

Seasoning the Traeger Flatrock griddle is a similar process to seasoning a cast-iron skillet. You want to apply high smoke-point oil in an even layer, heat it up and let it cook and smoke off. This should be repeated several times in order to create the ideal cooking surface and to protect the griddle top.

How do you clean a Traeger Flatrock?

It’s best to clean the griddle top for the Traeger Flatrock while it’s warm. Either clean the griddle after use, or heat it on high for 10 minutes before cleaning. Scrape off any grease and debris into the catch. Then, drizzle the griddle with a high smoke-point oil, and use a paper towel held by tongs to spread the oil evenly over the griddle. Heat the griddle for about 10 minutes to allow the oil to burn off.

How do you ignite a Traeger Flatrock?

Igniting the Traeger Flatrock is very similar to igniting a typical gas grill. With the burner knob pushed in, turn it to the ignite position. This will cause a whooshing sound, meaning the gas is flowing and the burner has been lit. From there, move the knob to the desired temperature setting and allow it to preheat before cooking.

Why You Should Trust Us

A former bakery owner, I am a writer specializing in food and beverage and outdoor cooking. I bring years of experience and industry knowledge to Taste of Home readers. I’ve conducted extensive first-hand testing and reviews of multiple grills, smokers and outdoor pizza ovens for Taste of Home, including the Solo Stove Pi Prime, Ooni Koda 2 Pro and Gozney Roccbox. I’ve also covered outdoor cooking accessories.