The Royal Gourmet CC1619 is a tabletop charcoal grill that does something genuinely clever with its lid. Open it up, add a second charcoal pan and a griddle or grate, and the lid becomes a second cooking surface. That doubles your grilling space without needing a bigger footprint. For anyone cooking for a crowd on a patio or at a tailgate, that’s a practical upgrade, not a gimmick.

At 217 square inches, the main grate is compact but serviceable for burgers, sausages, or a few steaks. The adjustable air vent gives you real control over temperature, which is essential for charcoal cooking. The removable charcoal pan makes cleanup less of a chore, and the whole thing is lightweight enough to carry one-handed. Just note that the package includes only one charcoal pan and one cooking grate. You’ll need to buy a second pan and a griddle or extra grate to use the lid-to-grill feature.

The build is basic but functional. The black finish holds up to outdoor use, and the compact size fits on most picnic tables. It won’t sear like a high-end kettle grill, and the temperature range is limited by its small charcoal capacity. But for the price, it’s a smart, portable solution that gives you more flexibility than most tabletop grills.