🔥 Bring Authentic Uruguayan Grilling into Your Outdoor Kitchen 

Featuring Our Built-In Drop-In Uruguayan Grill with Side Brasero

There’s nothing quite like cooking over a wood fire — the aroma, the sound, and the unmistakable flavor of food kissed by natural heat. In our latest video,  “Drop-In Uruguayan Grill”, we showcase the simplicity and elegance of a true Uruguayan-style parrilla built right into your outdoor kitchen. 

This grill is not just a piece of equipment — it’s the centerpiece of an entire cooking experience. Crafted in Texas with precision engineering and artisan design, our Built-In Uruguayan Grill with Side Brasero (Model #241019) brings South American tradition to modern outdoor living.

⚙️ A Closer Look: The Drop-In Design

The drop-in configuration featured in the video highlights the beauty of a fully integrated outdoor setup. The grill fits seamlessly into a stone or masonry counter opening, giving your patio or outdoor kitchen a clean, professional finish.

• Brick-Lined Firebox: The interior is lined with firebricks for heat insulation, durability, and stable cooking temperatures.

• Adjustable Grilling Surface: The sloped grate design allows you to raise or lower your cooking area, giving you total control over heat zones.

• Side Brasero (Firebox): This built-in side chamber is where the magic starts. Wood burns down to glowing embers, which can be raked beneath the main grate for precise, even heat.

The result? A professional-grade grilling system that merges the heritage of Uruguayan barbecue with American craftsmanship and convenience.

🔥 Why the Uruguayan Grill Design Is So Unique

The Uruguayan grill, or Parrilla Uruguayan, stands apart from other open-fire systems like Argentine or Santa Maria grills. Its defining feature is the side brasero, designed to burn wood into perfect coals. Instead of cooking directly over a roaring flame, you’re working with radiant, consistent heat — perfect for searing steaks, slow-roasting vegetables, or even grilling whole fish.

In Uruguay and Argentina, this technique is a daily ritual. Families gather around the fire, managing coals and sharing stories as food cooks slowly to perfection. Our drop-in grill captures that same authenticity, designed for both backyard enthusiasts and professional chefs who want control and consistency.

🧱 Built for Beauty, Function, and Longevity

Our Built-In Uruguayan Grill with Side Brasero is handcrafted from premium materials and designed for long-term outdoor use.

• Available Models:

  • Black Steel Grill with Steel Firebox and Brasero

  • All Stainless Steel Construction with Stainless Firebox and Brasero

• Firebox Opening: 37.25″ L × 23.25″ W × 10.5″ H

• Brasero Dimensions: 8″ × 19″

• Cooking Surface: 21″ × 17″ Round Rod Grate

• Fuel Options: Wood or Charcoal

• Made in Texas 🇺🇸

The brick-lined firebox adds both thermal performance and visual appeal, ensuring your grill not only functions beautifully but enhances your outdoor kitchen’s design.

🍖 Mastering the Art of Wood-Fire Cooking

Wood-fire cooking is more than a method — it’s an experience. With a Uruguayan grill, you’re not rushing dinner; you’re participating in a ritual that rewards patience and precision. 

Here’s how to make the most of your grill, just like in the video:

1. Start the Fire in the Brasero
   Use hardwoods like oak, hickory, or mesquite. As they burn down, embers drop below the brasero, ready to be moved under the main grill.

2. Control Your Heat Zones
   Keep the grill angled. Place thick cuts or meats on the lower, hotter section and delicate items — like vegetables or seafood — on the upper portion.

3. Maintain the Ember Flow
   Continuously feed small logs into the brasero to keep your ember supply steady. This gives you consistent cooking temperatures without flare-ups.

4. Cook with Intention
   Uruguayan grilling isn’t rushed. Enjoy the process. It’s all about steady heat, deep flavor, and conversation around the fire.

5. Clean & Season the Grate
   After each use, scrape the rods clean and brush them with oil. This maintains a natural seasoning and prevents corrosion.

🪵 The Beauty of the Brasero

One of the standout features of this grill — shown clearly in the video — is the side brasero, which lets you manage your fire separately from your cooking area. This system:

• Prevents direct flames from burning food

• Provides precise temperature control

• Extends the life of the firebox

• Creates a clean ember bed for even, radiant heat

It’s a professional-level design loved by chefs and backyard grillers alike, especially those who value fine-tuned fire management.

🌿 Built-In Elegance for Outdoor Kitchens

Unlike portable grills, a drop-in Uruguayan grill becomes a permanent part of your outdoor kitchen. The design integrates perfectly with:

• Brick or stone countertops

• Concrete islands or masonry pits

• Custom outdoor cabinetry

It’s not just functional — it’s a statement piece. Once installed, it transforms your patio into a complete culinary space, ready for family gatherings or weekend feasts.

💬 Customer Favorites

Owners of our Built-In Uruguayan Grills love the flexibility and control:

“We built our outdoor kitchen around this grill. The brasero keeps the fire consistent, and the flavor is unbelievable.”
— Michael T., Dallas TX

“You can tell it’s handcrafted. Heavy-duty steel, clean welds, and easy movement on the grate. Worth every penny.”
— Laura P., Houston TX

🚚 Shipping & Ordering

🆓 Free Shipping within the Continental U.S.
📦 Additional charges may apply for NYC deliveries.
Proudly Made in Texas, USA
(Firebricks not included.)

For custom sizing or installation guidance, our team is happy to assist you in selecting the perfect model for your outdoor kitchen setup.

✨ Experience the Parrilla Lifestyle

Our Drop-In Uruguayan Grill with Side Brasero combines timeless craftsmanship with modern performance. It’s more than a grill — it’s a piece of culinary heritage built to last a lifetime.

Watch the full video here → Drop-In Uruguayan Grill (YouTube Shorts)
Then explore the full product page → Built-In Uruguayan Grill #241019