Waring WPG200E Contact Grill for Panini & Pressed Sandwiches

A contact grill presses and toasts sandwiches, panini and filled breads between two heated plates. The top plate hinges open and closes with automatic balance, pressing the food evenly without manual force. Heat transfers directly from the grooved cast iron plates into the bread and filling, sealing the outside to a crisp finish while melting cheese or warming meats inside. The grooves create the characteristic ridged marks that identify a pressed panini.

The operator places the sandwich on the lower plate, closes the top plate, and sets the temperature with a button. A simple switch starts the heating cycle; two indicators show power on and when the plates reach the chosen temperature. The grill holds items up to 7.6 cm thick, accommodating filled ciabatta, baguettes or focaccia. Once the ready light appears, the sandwich cooks in seconds, then lifts out with the heat-resistant handles.

The body is satin-finished stainless steel, resisting kitchen wear and corrosion. Grooved cast iron plates measuring 197 by 368 mm provide the cooking surface. A removable drain tray collects fat and juices that run off during pressing. Two synthetic heat-resistant handles on the front and two additional side handles allow safe lifting and carrying of the unit. The temperature adjusts from 140 °C to 300 °C, covering gentle warming through to high-heat searing.

A power rating of 1.8 kW indicates the load on the electrical circuit; the grill plugs into a standard 220–240 V supply found in professional kitchens. The footprint of 317 by 596 mm fits on a worktop or counter, while the 260 mm height clears most overhead cupboards. The weight of the unit, though not stated, is manageable with the four handles for repositioning or storage.

Cleaning follows from the removable parts: the drain tray lifts out to empty and wash, and the cast iron plates detach for scrubbing with the supplied steel-bristle brush. The stainless steel body wipes down with a damp cloth after each service.

The Waring WPG200E is a single model in the Slimline range, designed for compact kitchens and counter service. It appears in the catalogue under contact grills and panini presses.