Some of them are even on sale.
Barbecues are one of the best things about summer, but you don’t have to limit yourself to the backyard. With the help of a portable grill and some well-designed accessories, you can take your cookout on the go — think tailgates, camping, and more. We’ve rounded up some of the most useful tools for grilling on the go, including some of our favorite tested products. Shop gas and charcoal grills, portable prep stations, rolling coolers, and more grilling tools. Some of them are even on sale right now for up to 53% off.
Best Tools for Grilling on the Go
- Keep the Flies Away: Simply Genius Mesh Food Covers, 6-Pack, $31
- Portable Prep Station: Alps Mountaineering Folding Camping Table, $140
- 53% Off: Kaluns Grilling Tool Set with Aluminum Case, $28, originally $60
- Built-in Cutting Board: OXO Outdoor Grilling Prep and Carry System, $45
- Keep Your Cool: Venty Portable Fan, $90
Weber Jumbo Joe 18‑Inch Portable Charcoal Grill
This Weber kettle grill is one of our favorite portable grills we’ve tried. Even though it’s under $100, it performed just as well as the pricier options and even some full-sized Weber grills. Everything we made, including burgers, hot dogs, and corn, cooked evenly and came out with a beautiful char. All you need now is your preferred lump charcoal.
Concons Grill Caddy Organizer
You’ve brought every condiment and seasoning you own, but now you need a place to put them. This grill caddy can clamp onto the side shelf of a grill, prep cart, or folding table to free up more space for food and keep everything within reach. It comes with several adjustable hooks, baskets, and racks, so you can hang your grilling tools, store seasonings, and even slot in a roll of paper towels.
Alps Mountaineering Folding Camping Table
If you need to bring your own prep station, this foldable table is a sturdy yet lightweight option. The aluminum tabletop rolls up, and the legs collapse so the entire thing can fit into a compact shoulder bag for easy transport. When you’re done cooking, it can serve as a place for everyone to eat, too.
Napoleon TravelQ Pro285X Portable Gas Grill
If you prefer gas to charcoal, we recommend the Napoleon TravelQ portable grill for your next barbecue excursion. It also topped our tests, thanks to its ease of setup, its large cooking area, and the practically effortless cleanup. Just make sure you bring plenty of propane.
Rubbermaid Brilliance 44-Piece Food Storage Containers Set
Ina Garten’s secret to an effortless beach cookout is to make dishes ahead that don’t need reheating, and then transport them in food storage containers. This 44-pack of Rubbermaid Brilliance containers comes with large and small containers that can accommodate everything: prepped ingredients, sauces, pre-prepared sides, desserts, and more.
OXO Outdoor Grilling Prep and Carry System
This OXO prep and carry system is absolutely genius and perfect for taking marinated meat, veggies, and more along with you. It all stacks together neatly and comes with a built-in cutting board that doubles as a lid for the largest container.
Igloo Trailmate Journey 70-Quart Wheeled Cooler
For cold ingredients, drinks, and more, you need a good cooler. This wheeled Igloo is one of our favorite coolers, thanks to its generous capacity, rugged wheels, and abundance of accessories. It has four self-draining cupholders, a stand for mobile devices, dry storage, and more. It even includes tie-down hooks for strapping folding chairs, umbrellas, and other supplies to the top for easier transport.
Kaluns Grilling Tool Set with Aluminum Case
Bringing all your grilling tools doesn’t have to be a hassle, and this all-inclusive tool set makes it as easy as can be. It comes with everything you need, including a spatula, grilling tongs, a knife and carving fork, and even an apron. The best part is that it all comes in a portable storage case that keeps everything together.
Simply Genius Mesh Food Covers, 6-Pack
When you’re cooking and eating out in the open air, bugs are sure to follow. To keep flies from taking over your feast, snag these collapsible mesh food covers for extra protection. This pack comes with two jumbo covers that measure 39 x 24 inches and four large covers that measure 17 x 17 inches. That’s enough to cover two large trays of meat and various sides.
Venty Portable Fan
Plugs can be scarce when you’re grilling on the go, but that doesn’t mean you have to lose your cool in the sweltering heat. This portable fan is rechargeable and folds down into a compact carrying case, but it also extends up to 3 feet tall and has 120° oscillation. Shoppers love the battery life and say it’s “surprisingly powerful for such a compact design.”
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