When the whole family comes over, a three- or four-burner grill turns a cookout into a relay: the steak waits for the chicken, the chicken waits for the corn, and someone is always eating cold tortillas. A large gas grill, five burners or more, lets you run the whole menu at once the way a restaurant line does, with a zone for every job.
This guide covers eight five- to eight-burner gas grills, freestanding carts and built-in heads for outdoor kitchens, from Monument, Royal Gourmet, Blaze, Kenmore, Megamaster, Summerset and Coyote. For each we give burners, BTU and cooking area exactly as the maker, a retailer or the Amazon listing states them, and we point out where those sources disagree, because on big grills they often do.
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Quick verdict: which large gas grill to buy
For most big households, the best large gas grill is the Monument Denali 605: six main burners and a side burner over 640 square inches of cast iron grates, sold for propane and designed to convert to natural gas. For a sear burner and side burner in a frame under five feet wide, choose the Royal Gourmet SG6002R. For parties of 30 or more, the Royal Gourmet Event 8-Burner runs two grills in one frame. Building an outdoor kitchen? The Blaze LTE+ 40-inch is our built-in pick, and the Megamaster 5-Burner is the simplest five-burner cart.
The table compares the five picks we would steer most hosts toward. All eight grills are reviewed in full after it.
Five large gas grills side by side
Burners, BTU and cooking area for our five standout picks, as each maker, retailer or Amazon listing states them.
| Grill | Best for | Burners & BTU | Cooking area | Buy on Amazon |
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Monument Grills Denali 605 6-Burner Gas GrillBest overall
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Hosts who grill often | 6 + side, 84,000 BTU total | 640 sq in primary | View on Amazon |
Royal Gourmet SG6002R 6-Burner Grill with Sear and Side BurnerBest value six-burner
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Sear and side burners | 5 + sear + side, 71,000 BTU | 521 sq in primary | View on Amazon |
Royal Gourmet Event 8-Burner Propane Grill with CoverBest for big events
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Parties of 30 or more | 8 burners, 104,000 BTU | 950 sq in | View on Amazon |
Blaze LTE+ 40-Inch 5-Burner Built-In Propane GrillBest built-in
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Outdoor kitchens | 5 burners, 70,000 BTU | About 670 sq in main | View on Amazon |
Megamaster 5-Burner Gas Grill with Side TablesSimplest five-burner
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Simple five-burner grilling | 5 burners, 50,000 BTU | 656 sq in total | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Specifications as stated by each maker, retailer spec sheet or Amazon listing; check the listing before you buy.
Our picks for the best large gas grill
These eight grills run from five burners to eight, on cabinets, open carts and built-in heads. Each review covers who the grill suits, the numbers that matter for a crowd, and one honest reason to skip it.
1. Monument Grills Denali 605 6-Burner Gas Grill – Six Burners, Two Fuels
Monument’s Denali 605 is a six-burner stainless cabinet grill with a side burner, and it is the large grill we would steer most hosts toward. The listing gives 84,000 BTU for the six main burners and the side burner combined, over 640 square inches of primary area on porcelain-coated cast iron grates, with a warming rack of 225 square inches. That is room for a full spread of carne asada, chicken and corn at once.
It runs on propane as sold and is designed to switch to natural gas with Monument’s conversion kit; this listing’s title includes the kit, while a bullet in the same listing describes the kit as sold separately, so check what ships before you buy. If you move from a tank to a gas line later, the grill can come with you.
Monument adds a few modern touches: a Bluetooth app and an LED display for grill and probe temperature, a full-width viewing window in the lid, and knob lights that show white for standby, orange for low and red for high. Retailers list it at about 65.4 inches wide, 23.3 inches deep and 48 inches high. The warranty is 2 years on the grill, 8 years on stainless burners and 1 year on electrical parts.
Why we like it
- Six main burners plus a side burner
- 640 sq in primary area (listing)
- Propane, convertible to natural gas
- Window lid, temperature display and probe
Key specifications
| Model | Denali 605 (D605) |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 6 + side burner; 84,000 BTU total |
| Cooking area | 640 sq in primary + 225 sq in warming rack |
| Grates | Porcelain-coated cast iron |
| Size (as stated) | About 65.4 in W x 23.3 in D x 48 in H (retailer spec) |
| Install type | Freestanding cabinet |
| Fuel | Propane; natural gas with kit |
| Warranty | 2 yr grill, 8 yr burners, 1 yr electrical |
Why we recommend it
It suits the household that hosts often and wants six zones and a side burner for a pot of frijoles charros, with the option to move to a gas line later.
Skip it if you want a long whole-grill warranty or prefer simple controls; the smart features add electronics that carry only one year of coverage.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Six zones plus side burner
- Dual-fuel design
- Window lid
Cons
- Two-year grill warranty
- Conversion kit wording on the listing is inconsistent
- Electronics to maintain
2. Royal Gourmet SG6002R 6-Burner Grill with Sear and Side Burner – A Sear Burner Built In
Royal Gourmet’s SG6002R counts its sear burner as the sixth: five main burners at 10,000 BTU each, a 12,000 BTU sear burner and a 9,000 BTU side burner, 71,000 BTU in total, according to the listing. All burners are stainless steel.
The listing gives 521 square inches of primary area and a 193-square-inch warming rack, 714 in all, and says it serves eight to ten people; another retailer lists 552 plus 147, so treat the split as approximate. The lid, control panel and cabinet door are stainless steel. Inside the cabinet are a storage basket and a hook, and the left shelf carries a knife holder.
A retailer lists it at 57.68 inches long, 24.10 inches deep and 44.61 inches high, about 93.5 pounds net, which is compact for six burners. The listing does not state the grate material. Royal Gourmet gives a 1-year manufacturer warranty.
Why we like it
- Dedicated 12,000 BTU sear burner
- 9,000 BTU side burner
- 714 sq in total area (listing)
- Stainless lid, panel and doors
Key specifications
| Model | US-SG6002R |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5 main + sear + side; 71,000 BTU total |
| Cooking area | 521 sq in primary + 193 sq in warming rack |
| Grates | Not stated |
| Size (as stated) | 57.68 in L x 24.10 in D x 44.61 in H (retailer spec) |
| Install type | Freestanding cabinet |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Why we recommend it
Choose it for a big-grill feature set, sear burner and side burner included, in a frame under five feet wide.
Skip it if warranty length matters to you; one year is short for a grill this size.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Sear and side burners
- Compact for six burners
- Cabinet storage
Cons
- 1-year warranty
- Grate material not stated
- Cooking-area figures vary by retailer
3. Royal Gourmet Event 8-Burner Propane Grill with Cover – Two Grills in One Frame
For a quinceañera, a graduation or a block party, Royal Gourmet’s Event grill is the biggest surface here. It has eight stainless tube burners at 13,000 BTU each, 104,000 BTU in total, over 950 square inches of porcelain wire cooking grates, according to the listing. Royal Gourmet says that is room for more than 60 burgers at once.
The burners run on two independent gas systems with two regulators, so you can run one half or both, each on its own propane tank. A folding windscreen shields the cooking area, two aluminum side tables fold down, and a large grease collection sits under the firebox. This set includes a 60-inch waterproof cover.
It is an open-cart event grill, not a cabinet grill with a heavy lid. The grates are thin porcelain-coated wire rather than cast iron, so it is best at volume rather than deep searing. The warranty is 1 year from purchase.
Why we like it
- Eight burners, 104,000 BTU (listing)
- 950 sq in cooking surface
- Two independent gas systems
- Cover included
Key specifications
| Model | GB8001-C (GB8000 II design) |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 8 x 13,000; 104,000 BTU |
| Cooking area | 950 sq in |
| Grates | Porcelain-coated steel wire |
| Size (as stated) | Not stated (ships with 60-inch cover) |
| Install type | Open cart, folding tables |
| Fuel | Propane (two tanks) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Why we recommend it
It suits anyone who feeds 30 or more at a time, church and team cookouts included, and needs flat, open grilling space more than a lid that holds heat for roasting.
Skip it if you want a grill for everyday family dinners; it is built for volume, and wire grates hold far less heat than cast iron.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Largest surface here
- Run one half or both
- Cover in the box
Cons
- Wire grates, light searing
- Needs two tanks to run fully
- 1-year warranty
4. Blaze LTE+ 40-Inch 5-Burner Built-In Propane Grill – An Outdoor-Kitchen Workhorse
If you are building an outdoor kitchen, the grill is a head that drops into an island, and Blaze’s LTE+ 40-inch is a strong five-burner choice. Retailers describe five cast stainless steel burners at 70,000 BTU across the surface, with the 10,000 BTU rear infrared burner treated separately, and this listing pairs the grill with Blaze’s ceramic flame tamers.
Cooking-area figures vary by retailer, from about 897 to 915 square inches including the upper rack; one lists 670 square inches of main grilling area. The LTE+ adds a spring-assisted hood, internal lighting that comes on when you open it, and metal knobs that glow red when gas is flowing, according to the listing.
Retailers give a cutout of 38 3/8 inches wide, 21 1/4 inches deep and 8 1/2 inches high. The listing’s warranty field says only “See Description”; retailers describe a lifetime warranty, so confirm the terms with Blaze before you buy.
Why we like it
- Five burners in a 40-inch head
- Ceramic flame tamers (listing)
- Spring-assisted hood and interior lights
- Red-glow knobs show gas is on
Key specifications
| Model | BLZ-5LTE3-LP |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5; 70,000 BTU (retailer) |
| Cooking area | About 670 sq in main; up to about 915 sq in total (retailers vary) |
| Grates | Not stated on listing |
| Size (as stated) | Cutout 38 3/8 in W x 21 1/4 in D x 8 1/2 in H (retailer) |
| Install type | Built-in head (island needed) |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | Lifetime per retailers; listing says see description |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you are building or refitting an island and want a five-burner with the hood, lights and flame control of a premium grill.
Skip it if you have no island or plan to buy one; the head alone cannot stand on a patio, and the cart or island is a separate project.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Large main area
- Premium hood and lighting
- Glow knobs for safety
Cons
- Needs an island or cart
- Warranty terms not on the listing
- Area figures vary by retailer
5. Kenmore 5-Burner Stainless Grill with Side Burner – Five Burners and a Searing Zone
Kenmore’s five-burner cart grill puts a side burner and a searing zone on a stainless frame. The listing title gives 66,000 BTU in total and 644 square inches of cooking area, made up of 476 square inches of primary space and a 168-square-inch warming rack, and says that fits up to 50 burgers.
That is a mid-size primary area spread across five zones, which suits a crowd that eats in waves: steaks over the searing zone, chicken over medium, vegetables and corn over low. The side burner handles beans or a pan of rice.
The listing we read is thin on detail: it does not give the grate material, the burner-by-burner BTU split or the assembled dimensions. Kenmore lists a 1-year limited warranty. We include it for its feature set and stock, but check the listing’s photos and manual before you buy.
Why we like it
- Five main burners plus a side burner
- Searing zone (listing title)
- 476 sq in primary + 168 sq in rack
- Stainless finish
Key specifications
| Model | PG-40522S0LH-1 |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5 + side burner; 66,000 BTU total |
| Cooking area | 476 sq in primary + 168 sq in warming rack |
| Grates | Not stated |
| Size (as stated) | Not stated |
| Install type | Freestanding cart |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | 1-year limited |
Why we recommend it
It suits a family that hosts every few weeks and wants a side burner and sear zone on a five-burner cart, without moving to the bigger six-burner frames.
Skip it if you want full specifications before buying; the listing leaves out the grates, BTU split and size.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Side burner and sear zone
- Five zones
- Stainless finish
Cons
- Grates and size not stated
- 1-year warranty
- Smaller primary area than the six-burners
6. Megamaster 5-Burner Gas Grill with Side Tables – Five Burners, Nothing Extra
Megamaster’s 720-0982 is a plain five-burner cart. Five stainless burners at 10,000 BTU each give 50,000 BTU, over 656 square inches of cooking space, according to the listing; it does not split that between primary area and warming rack.
The grates are matte-finish cast iron, which holds heat well for searing, and the firebox is porcelain-coated steel. Two large side tables give prep room, there are hooks for tools, and the cart rolls on two wheels. A lid thermometer and electronic ignition are built in, and it takes a standard 20-pound tank.
There is no side burner, sear burner or cabinet. That is the point: five zones of the same burner over cast iron, nothing to go wrong. The warranty is 1 year.
Why we like it
- Five 10,000 BTU stainless burners
- Cast iron grates
- Two large side tables
- 656 sq in cooking space (listing)
Key specifications
| Model | 720-0982 |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5 x 10,000; 50,000 BTU |
| Cooking area | 656 sq in total (primary not stated) |
| Grates | Cast iron (matte finish) |
| Size (as stated) | Not stated |
| Install type | Open cart |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Why we recommend it
Choose it if you want five burners and cast iron grates with no extras, for regular weekend grilling for six to ten.
Skip it if you want a side burner or enclosed storage; it has neither.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Cast iron grates
- Simple to run
- Wide prep tables
Cons
- No side burner
- 1-year warranty
- Primary area not stated
7. Summerset Sizzler 40-Inch 5-Burner Built-In Propane Grill – Lifetime Coverage in a Big Head
Summerset’s Sizzler 40-inch is a built-in five-burner head in 443 stainless steel, with stainless cooking grates and an assisted hood, according to the listing. Its five stainless tube burners are rated at 12,000 BTU each, which works out to 60,000 BTU across the surface by our arithmetic; the listing does not give a total.
AJ Madison lists 867 square inches of total grilling area, and the listing gives the island cutout as 37 3/4 inches wide, 20 3/4 inches deep and 8 inches high. A flame tamer system sits over the burners; Summerset says it spreads heat evenly and keeps the burners clean.
The headline is the warranty: Summerset offers a limited lifetime warranty on construction, workmanship and materials for its outdoor kitchen components, labor not included, per the listing. This is the 40-inch version of the Sizzler 32 on our best stainless gas grill page; we include the larger size here because five burners and 867 square inches put it squarely in big-grill territory.
Why we like it
- Five 12,000 BTU stainless burners
- 867 sq in total (AJ Madison)
- Stainless grates and assisted hood
- Limited lifetime warranty (listing)
Key specifications
| Model | SZR40L |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5 x 12,000; 60,000 BTU (our arithmetic) |
| Cooking area | 867 sq in total (retailer) |
| Grates | Stainless steel |
| Size (as stated) | Cutout 37 3/4 in W x 20 3/4 in D x 8 in H (listing) |
| Install type | Built-in head (island needed) |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime, labor not included |
Why we recommend it
Choose it for an outdoor kitchen where you want a big five-burner head backed by lifetime coverage.
Skip it if you want a freestanding grill; like the Blaze, it needs an island or a separate cart.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Lifetime warranty
- Stainless build and grates
- Large total area
Cons
- Island or cart needed
- Total BTU not stated
- Grade 443 rather than 304 stainless
8. Coyote C-Series 42-Inch 5-Burner Built-In Propane Grill – The Most Output Here
Coyote’s C-Series 42-inch is the widest head on this page and the most powerful. Five cast stainless Infinity burners deliver up to 100,000 BTU, according to the listing, and heat control grids over them are designed to minimize flare-ups and spread heat across the surface.
The listing gives 1,275 square inches of cooking surface; retailers list about 990 square inches of cooking area, so the larger figure likely counts the warming rack. Either way it is a big grill. The body is 18-gauge 304 stainless steel with a double-walled canopy and a hand-welded grill box, and it lights with push-and-turn ignition. Retailers list the head at 42 inches wide and 25 1/2 inches deep, with a cutout of 39 1/2 by 20 1/2 by 10 1/4 inches.
The listing’s warranty field reads one year, manufacturer parts only, which is short for a grill at this level. Check Coyote’s current terms before you build around it.
Why we like it
- Up to 100,000 BTU over five burners
- 18-gauge 304 stainless body
- Heat control grids
- Large surface for a crowd
Key specifications
| Model | C2C42LP |
|---|---|
| Burners & BTU | 5 Infinity burners; up to 100,000 BTU |
| Cooking area | 1,275 sq in surface (listing); about 990 sq in (retailers) |
| Grates | 304 stainless steel |
| Size (as stated) | 42 in W x 25 1/2 in D; cutout 39 1/2 x 20 1/2 x 10 1/4 in (retailer) |
| Install type | Built-in head (island needed) |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Warranty | 1 year, parts only (listing) |
Why we recommend it
It suits an outdoor kitchen built for big gatherings, where you want the most heat and room in one head.
Skip it if warranty matters; the listing’s one year of parts-only coverage trails the Summerset by a long way.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Most output here
- 304 stainless
- Large grilling surface
Cons
- Short warranty on the listing
- Island needed
- Area figures disagree
How to choose a large gas grill
A big grill is a bigger commitment of space, fuel and money. These are the factors we would weigh first.
1. Primary cooking area, not the total
Listings often lead with total area, which includes the warming rack. The rack is useful for tortillas and resting meat, but the primary grate is where food actually cooks. Compare primary areas where they are given: 640 square inches on the Monument, 521 on the Royal Gourmet SG6002R, 476 on the Kenmore. The Event grill’s 950 square inches is all grate, with no rack.
2. Burners are zones
Five or six burners let you run a real restaurant setup: high for carne asada, medium-high for chicken, medium for cebollitas and nopales, low for corn, and one off for resting meat and warming tortillas. A dedicated sear burner, as on the Royal Gourmet SG6002R, gives a hotter spot than the main burners for a hard char.
3. BTU against area
BTU measures how much gas the burners can burn, not how evenly they cook, and big grills need more of it just to heat their extra area. Divide main-burner BTU by primary area for a fairer comparison, and look at what sits between flame and food: flame tamers, heat control grids, ceramic plates. Many big-grill listings combine main, sear and side burners into one total, so read the split.
4. Freestanding or built-in
A freestanding cart or cabinet grill rolls into place and is ready to cook. A built-in head, like the Blaze, Summerset or Coyote, drops into a masonry or steel island; it needs a cutout of the stated size and, on natural gas, a plumber. Built-in heads tend to use heavier stainless steel, and some carry long warranties, but the island is a separate project.
5. Fuel for a long cook
A big grill burns a 20-pound propane tank faster than a small one, so keep a spare. If you have a gas line, natural gas never runs out mid-party; the Monument Denali 605 is designed to convert, and our best natural gas grill guide covers grills sold for natural gas. The Event grill takes two tanks to run both halves.
6. Warranty and where you will put it
Warranties here run from one year on all parts to a limited lifetime. A big grill also needs a big spot: plan for its full width plus room to work, keep it clear of walls, railings and anything overhead, and budget for a cover; our best gas grill cover guide covers the large sizes.
How we chose these eight grills
We started with what a restaurant line asks of a grill: many separate heat zones, grates that hold heat, a way to spread the flame evenly and room to cook a full order at once. We then looked at gas grills with five or more burners sold on Amazon in the United States and kept only those showing as in stock when we checked. We did not repeat any grill from our related gas grill guides; the Summerset is a larger size of a head on our stainless grill page, kept here for its size.
Several grills we would have liked were showing low stock or unavailable: Weber’s larger Genesis and Summit models, Napoleon’s Prestige and Rogue five-burners, Charbroil’s and Nexgrill’s five-burners, and Broil King’s Regal and Baron five-burners. Specifications come from the Amazon listings, and from retailer spec sheets for the Blaze, Summerset, Coyote, Monument and Royal Gourmet dimensions and areas. We have not cooked on these grills for this guide, and we did not draw on outside equipment reviews.
Safety basics for a big grill
More burners mean more gas and more heat. Follow your grill’s manual first. The U.S. Fire Administration’s outdoor fire safety guidance adds these basics:
- Use propane grills only outside; the USFA warns that indoor use can cause a fire or carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Place the grill well away from siding and deck railings, and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
- Keep a 3-foot safe zone around the grill to keep children and pets safe, which matters at a crowded party.
- Open a gas grill’s lid before lighting it, and do not walk away from a lit grill.
- Clean the grill after each use to remove grease that can start a fire.
For built-in heads, follow the maker’s installation instructions for the island, ventilation and gas connection.
Running a big cookout on a large grill
A big grill only helps if you use the zones. Here is how a kitchen would set one up for a crowd.
- Carne asada: two burners on high for thin skirt or flap steak, lid open, turning once. Rest it over an unlit burner, then slice across the grain.
- Pollo asado: chicken over medium with the lid down until cooked through, then a minute over high to char the skin.
- Elote and cebollitas: corn and green onions on a medium-low zone, turned until they blister and soften.
- Tortillas and sides: warm tortillas on the low zone or the rack, and keep beans hot on the side burner. Our best fajita skillet guide covers pans that work on the grates.
For menus that scale, see Mexican food for a group.
Large gas grill questions, answered
How many burners does a large gas grill have?
Usually five or six main burners, often with a side burner or sear burner on top. Event grills like the Royal Gourmet eight-burner go further, with two independent gas systems in one frame.
How much cooking area do I need for a crowd?
Look at primary area, not total. Around 500 square inches handles a family gathering cooked in a couple of rounds; 640 square inches and up lets you cook most of a meal at once; the 950-square-inch Event grill is for 30 people and more.
Are built-in grills better than freestanding ones?
Not by default. Built-in heads often use heavier stainless and some carry longer warranties, like the Summerset’s limited lifetime, but they need an island and installation. A freestanding cart is ready to cook and can move with you.
Can a large propane grill be converted to natural gas?
Only if the maker designs it for that. Monument says the Denali 605 converts with its kit. Most grills are sold for one fuel, so buy the version that matches your patio.
Is a side burner worth it on a big grill?
For a Mexican cookout, yes. Beans, rice, a pot of consomé or a pan for frying chiles all stay next to the grill instead of in the kitchen.
Our final pick for a crowd
Buy the Monument Denali 605 if you want six burners, a side burner and the option of natural gas later. Choose the Royal Gourmet SG6002R for a sear burner in a compact frame, the Royal Gourmet Event for very large parties, and the Blaze LTE+ or Summerset Sizzler if you are building an outdoor kitchen. For three- and four-burner grills, see our best gas grill guide, and for heavier stainless builds, the best stainless gas grill picks.
Feeding a crowd and short on time? Let us do the grilling: see the menu or call to order.