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Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch Grill Review: The Best Built-In Grill for Your Outdoor Kitchen Island?
Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch Built-In Grill: The Best Built-In Grill for Your Outdoor Kitchen Island?
If you have been searching for an honest Napoleon 700 Series Grill Review, you are in the right place. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch Gas Grill with Rear Infrared Burner is a flagship built-in model from Napoleon, a brand with decades of experience engineering marine-grade stainless steel barbecues. At $2,219.00, this grill delivers four Stainless Steel Main Burners for a combined 66,000 BTUs, JETFIRE™ ignition, NIGHT LIGHT™ control knobs with SafetyGlow, 9.5mm Stainless Steel WAVE™ Cooking Grids, and a total cooking area of 786 sq. in. This Napoleon 700 Series propane grill is currently on display at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
What makes the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch grill stand out in our showroom is the combination of genuine Napoleon-engineered technology and a built-in design made specifically for outdoor kitchen island installation. Four Stainless Steel Main Burners deliver 66,000 BTUs of cooking power across the full cooking surface. JETFIRE™ ignition lights each burner instantly with a dedicated jet of flame, and Cross Lighting Action automatically relights any burner that goes out during a cook. NIGHT LIGHT™ control knobs with SafetyGlow illuminate blue when off and shift to red when a burner is active, giving you a clear visual reference at a glance. The 9.5mm thick Stainless Steel WAVE™ Cooking Grids are virtually maintenance-free and deliver consistent, even sear marks across the entire grilling surface.
Napoleon has been manufacturing high-quality outdoor cooking equipment for decades, building a reputation on marine-grade stainless steel construction that holds up to demanding outdoor conditions. The 700 Series 32 Inch is constructed for long-term durability, with a design specifically built for ease of installation into a custom outdoor kitchen island, including integrated trim and longer electrical wiring for flexible placement. The propane unit on display at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA gives you a hands-on look at the WAVE™ Cooking Grids, JETFIRE™ ignition, and NIGHT LIGHT™ knobs before you buy.
Napoleon backs its grills with one of the strongest warranties in the industry. Full warranty terms are outlined directly on Napoleon's official warranty page. The Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch cooking area totals 786 sq. in., made up of a 531 sq. in. primary grilling surface and a 261 sq. in. secondary grilling area, enough to handle up to 22 burgers at once. The infrared rear rotisserie burner adds 18,000 BTUs for a combined total of 66,000 BTUs, and the included rotisserie kit lets you roast whole chickens, prime rib, and other large cuts with ease.
If you are comparing the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch to Napoleon's own 500 Series, the difference comes down to power and included accessories. The 500 Series tops out around 48,000 BTUs and does not include a rotisserie kit standard. The 700 Series steps up to 66,000 combined BTUs, adds the infrared rear rotisserie burner, and includes the full rotisserie kit at no additional cost. For anyone building a serious outdoor kitchen island who wants both higher heat output and a genuine rotisserie system included from day one, the 700 Series 32 Inch is the stronger long-term investment between the two lineups.
Napoleon 700 Series Grill Review:
Pros and Cons
- 66,000 combined BTUs. Four Stainless Steel Main Burners deliver even heat across the full cooking surface, plus an 18,000 BTU infrared rear rotisserie burner for a strong total output on a Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch grill. This combined output puts it well ahead of Napoleon's own 500 Series, which tops out closer to 48,000 BTUs.
- Rotisserie kit quality. Customers consistently describe the included rotisserie kit as phenomenal quality, delivering great results on whole chicken, prime rib, and other large cuts. Multiple separate reviewers specifically call out both the chicken and prime rib results as exceptionally delicious and moist.
- Even heat distribution. Customers report minimal flare-ups and consistent cooking results across the primary grilling surface on this Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch grill. This holds up across burgers, chicken, and vegetables according to repeated customer feedback.
- NIGHT LIGHT™ control knobs with SafetyGlow. Repeatedly praised by customers for nighttime visibility, glowing blue when off and shifting to red when a burner is active. Several customers specifically mention the lights look great in addition to being genuinely useful after dark.
- Stainless steel build quality. Customers describe the construction as built like a tank, with a beautiful stainless finish that matches grills costing two to three times more. Several reviewers note the finish holds up well even in coastal environments with regular salt air exposure.
- Ease of installation. Integrated trim and longer electrical wiring genuinely simplify installation into an outdoor kitchen island, confirmed by customers building custom setups. This is a specific design choice Napoleon made for the 700 Series to reduce common built-in installation headaches.
- Consistent temperature retention. The insulated hood on the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch grill holds steady heat, confirmed across multiple independent customer reviews. This makes a noticeable difference for longer cooks like rotisserie sessions where temperature swings can affect results.
- 9.5mm Stainless Steel WAVE™ Cooking Grids. Thick, durable, and low maintenance, consistently praised by customers for producing clean, even sear marks. The thick gauge construction also means these grids resist warping far longer than thinner grids found on lower priced grills.
- JETFIRE™ ignition with Cross Lighting Action. Reliable instant ignition paired with an automatic relight safety feature, a genuine Napoleon-engineered differentiator on this built-in grill. The battery free design also means you never have to worry about swapping batteries mid-season.
- 786 sq. in. total cooking area. 531 sq. in. primary plus 261 sq. in. secondary grilling area, enough to handle up to 22 burgers at once on the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch. That is a generous total for a 32 inch footprint, giving you room for a full meal without needing to cook in multiple rounds.
- Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. This is the most frequently repeated complaint across customer reviews, with reports of long hold times and slow warranty processing. Several customers specifically mention needing to escalate more than once before getting a resolution.
- Ignition and electrical issues reported on some units. Recurring reports of knob lights and igniters malfunctioning, in some cases requiring manual lighting until resolved. This appears to affect a minority of units rather than being a universal issue, but it shows up often enough across independent reviews to be worth noting.
- Heat output and searing concerns from some customers. More than one customer notes the grill does not get quite hot enough for their preferred steak sear. Napoleon support has responded to at least one of these cases by recommending a technician check the installation and gas line sizing.
- Not made in the United States. Buyers who specifically prioritize domestic manufacturing will find this a limitation on the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch grill, though Napoleon is a well established Canadian manufacturer with decades in the outdoor cooking industry.
- No grill cover included standard. A cover is available but must be purchased separately from the grill itself, running about $89.99 for the official Napoleon cover sized for this model.
- No spring-assisted hood. The hood on this Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch grill requires full manual lifting, unlike some competing built-in grills that include a lift assist mechanism standard.
How Does the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch
Score in Every Category?
Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch Grill Overall Score
The Napoleon 700 Series Grill Review lands at 4.08 out of 5. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch grill earns this through 66,000 combined BTUs, a rotisserie kit customers consistently praise, marine grade stainless steel construction, JETFIRE™ ignition with Cross Lighting Action, and NIGHT LIGHT™ control knobs with SafetyGlow, all for $2,219.00.
The honest trade-offs are worth understanding. Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. Some customers report ignition and electrical issues. Others note the grill does not get hot enough for their preferred steak sear. The grill is not made in the United States, does not include a cover standard, and has no spring-assisted hood. But as a well-built, feature-rich best built-in gas grill for an outdoor kitchen island, the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch makes a strong case for its price point. Come experience it at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
Final Verdict: Is the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch the Best Built-In Grill for Your Outdoor Kitchen Island?
After going through every feature, score, and customer review, the answer is yes for the buyer who wants genuine Napoleon-engineered technology, a well-reviewed rotisserie kit, and dependable stainless steel construction in a 32 inch footprint. The Napoleon 700 Series Grill Review lands at 4.08 out of 5. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch grill delivers 66,000 combined BTUs, JETFIRE™ ignition with Cross Lighting Action, NIGHT LIGHT™ control knobs with SafetyGlow, and 9.5mm Stainless Steel WAVE™ Cooking Grids, all for $2,219.00.
The trade-offs are honest and worth understanding before purchasing. Customer service and warranty support can be difficult to reach. Some units report ignition or electrical issues. Some customers wanted more heat for high temperature searing. The grill is not made in the United States, a cover is not included standard, and there is no spring-assisted hood. But as a genuinely well-built best built-in gas grill for any outdoor kitchen island, the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch earns its place in our showroom lineup.
Who should buy this grill? The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 Inch is the right choice if you are building a custom outdoor kitchen island and want a genuine step up from entry level built-ins without moving into the largest 38 or 44 inch footprints. It is especially well suited for anyone who plans to use the rotisserie regularly, since that is where this grill consistently earns its strongest praise. If you specifically need the highest possible searing temperatures for steakhouse level crust, it is worth weighing the heat output feedback above before committing. For most buyers who want a dependable, feature rich, well built 32 inch grill for their outdoor kitchen island, the Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch is an easy grill to recommend. Come experience it at our Best of Backyard showroom in Riverside, CA.
If you need more cooking space, higher BTU output, and the most capable rotisserie system in the 700 Series lineup, check out our full review of the Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 44 Inch Grill, delivering six Stainless Steel Main Burners, 108,000 combined BTUs, dual infrared rear rotisserie burners, and 1,100 sq. in. total cooking area at $3,899.00, also on display at our Best of Backyard showroom.
Napoleon 700 Series 32 Inch Grill:
Frequently Asked Questions
