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BBQ Grill Size Calculator

Find the perfect grill size for your BBQ party and calculate meat requirements

BBQ Grill Size Calculator

Total people attending your BBQ

Recommended: 0.23kg (8oz) per person

Required Grill Size

3716
cm² Required
76.7 × 53.3cm
Recommended Size

Formula: Grill size = Guests × 72 in² (464.5 cm²) per person

Calculation: 8 guests × 464.5 cm² = 3716cm²

Your Current Grill

Grill Analysis

2400
Your Grill Size (cm²)
5
People Capacity
100%
Utilization
Status:Too small - Upgrade needed

Your current grill is too small for this many guests. Consider upgrading or cooking in multiple batches.

Meat Requirements

1.8kg
Total Meat
(4.1 lbs)
0.7kg
Beef (40%)
0.5kg
Chicken (25%)
0.6kg
Pork (30%)

Meat Eaters: 8 people

Vegetarians: 0 people

Meat per Person: 0.23kg (8oz)

Sausages: 0.1kg (5%)

Cooking Timeline

Prep Time:30 min
Cooking Time:68 min
Total Time:98 min

Cost Estimate

Meat Total:$35
Sides & Drinks:$64
Total Cost:$99
Per Person:$12

Example: BBQ for 10 People

Party Details

Guests: 10 people

Meat per person: 0.23kg (8oz)

Recommended grill: 720 in² (4645 cm²)

Requirements

Grill Size: 10 × 72 in² = 720 in²

Recommended: 60cm × 76cm rectangular grill

Total Meat: 10 × 0.23kg = 2.3kg

Cooking Time: ~45-60 minutes

Estimated Cost: ~$25-30 per person

Quick Reference Chart

PeopleArea (cm²)
2929
41,858
62,787
83,716
104,645
125,574
156,968
209,290

BBQ Grilling Tips

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Plan 72 in² (464.5 cm²) per person minimum

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Allow 0.23kg (8oz) meat per person as standard

Factor in 30 min prep + 45-60 min cooking

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Preheat grill 10-15 minutes before cooking

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Mix of beef, pork, chicken keeps everyone happy

Internal Temperatures

Beef (Medium):60°C (140°F)
Pork:63°C (145°F)
Chicken:74°C (165°F)
Sausages:71°C (160°F)
Fish:63°C (145°F)

Always use a meat thermometer for food safety