Southbend (Middleby) SSB-36 Platinum Gas Griddles
Southbend (Middleby) SSB-36 Platinum Gas Griddles is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Southbend Platinum Series Steakhouse Broiler/Griddle
Model SSB-36 | 84,000 BTU Natural Gas (74,000 BTU LP)Give steaks, chops, and seafood the authentic steakhouse finish while knocking out sides and sauté orders on the same footprint. Southbend’s Platinum Series 36" Steakhouse Broiler/Griddle pairs an ultra-responsive radiant broiler with a quick-recovery, flue-heated griddle so you can sear, broil, and grill at service-speed—all on one heavy-duty section.
Key Features
- 31 ¾" W × 28" D, ½"-thick steel griddle plate for fast heat recovery
- Nine-position adjustable broiler rack with easy paddle release
- Independent, infinitely variable burner controls for precise zone management
- Radiant burners deliver a total of 84,000 BTU (natural gas)
- Smooth-track, dura-glide meat rack with concealed roller bearings
- 4" stainless-steel splash guards plus 2.5-qt griddle grease pan & 7.75-qt broiler drip drawer—both removable
- Cool-touch handle, knobs, and control panel to protect staff during peak hours
- Chrome-plated cooking grids stand up to continuous high-heat use
- Full stainless-steel chassis, front, sides & back for corrosion resistance and easy cleanup
- 1 ¼" front manifold with 1" rear NPT gas connection for easy line-up installation
- Mounted on 6" adjustable legs (casters and other bases available)
- Certified NSF & CSA for commercial kitchens
- Backed by Southbend’s 1-year parts & labor warranty
At-a-Glance Specs
Overall Width | 36" (914 mm) |
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Overall Depth* | 38 ¾" (986 mm) | 41 ½" (1054 mm) with regulator |
Overall Height | 57" (1450 mm) on stand |
Griddle Plate Area | 31 ¾" W × 28" D • 889 in² (0.574 m²) |
Broiler Grid Area | 24 ¼" W × 26 ½" D • 643 in² (0.414 m²) |
Heat Input | 84,000 BTU/hr (Natural) | 74,000 BTU/hr (LP) |
Gas Inlet | Rear 1" NPT (regulated) & 1 ¼" front manifold |
Unit Weight | 665 lb (302 kg) |
Shipping Crate | 58" L × 48" W × 69" H |
*Depth listed without/with factory regulator installed.
Why Operators Love It
- Two-in-one footprint saves precious cook-line real estate
- Flue-heated griddle reclaims waste heat—no extra burners needed
- Paddle-style rack adjustment lets chefs reposition product one-handed
- Built to integrate seamlessly with other Southbend Platinum line sections
Need a mobile setup? Add optional locking casters and a cable restraint kit for safe, flexible placement.