
Countertop grill
INFERNO KONRO
Precision high-heat live-fire cooking in a compact footprint.
Engineered for intense, focused radiant heat, this 650 mm countertop charcoal grill pairs heavy-duty stainless steel panels with an insulating refractory clay brick core. Capable of reaching sustained cooking temperatures of 350 °C, it maximizes thermal retention while keeping external heat radiation manageable.
Adjustable lower slide vents provide fine-tuned airflow control for steady searing skewers and rapid service
- Capacity
- Up to 20 diners
- Length
- 650 mm
- Weight
- 42 kg
- Fuel
- Restaurant-grade charcoal only
Designed and manufactured in South Africa
Overview
The Micro-Inferno
- WHAT IT IS
- The INFERNO Konro Grill is a traditional Japanese-style tabletop charcoal grill featuring a narrow bed of charcoal encased in a durable stainless steel body over an insulating clay brick base. This construction reflects and concentrates intense, radiant heat directly beneath the cooking grid.
- Adjustable front dampers provide precise airflow and temperature control, maintaining consistent working temperatures of up to 350°C using dense, restaurant-grade lumpwood or Binchotan charcoal.
- WHO IT SUITS
- Compact prep lines, chef counters and boutique kitchens turning up to 20 covers per service as well as front-of-house interactive tabletop dining.
Key benefits
Why the INFERNO Konro Grill
Engineered for precision, heat retention, and relentless service, the INFERNO Konro Grill brings traditional Japanese-style open-fire cooking into commercial high-output kitchens. Built entirely in Johannesburg, it delivers maximum sear with minimal fuel consumption.
Core Performance Benefits
Intense, Close-Proximity Heat (350°C): The narrow fire bed and refractory clay brick base focus intense radiant heat directly beneath the cooking grid, reaching 350°C from just a modest charge of charcoal.
Precision Airflow Control: Front-mounted adjustable dampers give chefs complete flame and heat governance—shift effortlessly from a gentle resting hold to an aggressive, high-heat sear.
Commercial-Grade Local Build: Fabricated from heavy-duty stainless steel in the Inferno workshop in Johannesburg.
Compact enough for tight line setups while durable enough for continuous service.
Drastic Cost & Energy Reduction: Cuts energy and fuel overhead by up to 60% compared to conventional gas charbroilers.
Rapid Turnaround Times: Cooks up to 45% faster than standard gas setups, clearing tickets quicker during peak rush.
Fast Capital Recovery: Delivers a complete ROI within 3 months in most commercial hospitality environments through fuel savings and table turnover
Technical specifications
The figures
- Diner capacity
- Up to 20 diners a service
- Length
- 650 mm
- Depth
- 320 mm
- Height
- 280 mm
- Weight
- 42 kg
- Construction
- Stainless steel panels, clay brick base, adjustable vents
- Working temperature
- 350 °C
- Fuel
- Restaurant-grade charcoal only
Fuel is confirmed by Inferno. Capacity, dimensions, weight, construction and working temperature are from the Inferno product guide.
Next step
The art of fire. Engineered to perform.
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