Alfresco ALXE 42" Freestanding Cart Grill ALXE-42C - 3 Burners, 304 Stainless Steel with Rotisserie

Do I need to build an island for the ALXE-42C?

No. This is the freestanding cart version, so it rolls into place and needs no masonry work.

If you are building an island anyway, the 42" built-in grill head is the same size class in a drop-in format.

How much cooking surface do I get?

770 sq. in. on the main cooking surface, heated by three 18-SR stainless steel Accufire burners rated at 82,500 BTUs combined.

The cooking grid measures 37.25" wide by 19" deep, which is the size most people land on when the grill has to handle holidays and not just weeknights.

A 3-position adjustable warming rack sits above that for holding finished food, and stows up out of the way when you are rotissing.

Is there a rotisserie on the cart model?

Yes. The Mega-Drive rotisserie system is integrated and includes an 18,500 BTU rear infrared burner, the same setup Alfresco uses on its built-in heads.

The chain-driven spit carries up to 120 lbs, so a full turkey or a large roast is well within range.

Can I smoke on it?

Yes. The Signature Taste integrated smoking system runs on its own 5,000 BTU burner with a sealed drawer for wood chunks, so you can smoke, roast, sear and grill on one appliance.

Because the smoker burner is separate from the main burners, you can run low smoke without lighting the grill surface.

How fast does the optional Sear Zone burner get hot?

It reaches 1500°F in four minutes. It is an option on this grill rather than standard equipment.

What is under the grill head?

The cart has two vertical access doors below the grill, which is where most owners keep the propane tank, covers and tools.

Does the cart grill need an outlet?

Yes. Ignition is push-button with a sealed 110V AC power source, and the dual halogen work lights and LED-illuminated knobs draw from the same supply.

Freestanding does not mean cordless here. Site the cart near an exterior outlet.

What are the cooking grates made of?

Electro-polished stainless steel. The polished surface releases food more easily and wipes down faster than a rough casting.

Do the controls get hot?

The SafeTouch air-cooled control panel is designed to keep the front of the grill cool while the burners are running.

Which fuel can I order it in?

Liquid propane or natural gas. The configuration is fixed at the factory, so order the one that matches your supply.

What can I add to it later?

Alfresco lists the infrared Sear Zone, a solid fuel insert, a commercial griddle and an indirect roasting pod as optional additions.

The solid fuel insert lets you run wood or charcoal in a gas grill, and the roasting pod turns the hood into a convection oven.

What is the cart built from?

Commercial-grade 304 stainless steel, chosen for durability and heat retention outdoors.