General Information
Inspired by the 150-year barbecue tradition of California’s Santa Maria Valley, this classic grill will grab attention at any cookout.
Meadow Creek’s spin on the Santa Maria style centers on the stainless steel crank wheel and cable system that raises and lowers the grate over the fire. The mechanism is big and easy to handle, cranking up with a satisfying clicking sound and locking automatically when released.
The crank height adjustment is the signature feature of Santa Maria grills, since it lets you switch instantly from searing to slow cooking, without moving your coals and meat around. But our Santa Maria still gives you total access to your coals with a hinged front panel that swings down to expose the charcoal tray and just as quickly locks closed again
The standard 22×45-inch welded grate holds enough barbecue for a crowd, and like all our grates, it’s made of stainless steel so you can focus on cooking, not fighting rust. Better yet, it’s modular: if the basic grate bores you, you can purchase three extra grate styles and swap them instantly into the Santa Maria for endless cooking variations.
Fry up a big outdoor breakfast on the griddle, take control of grilling the little items with a seafood basket, or brown your chicken thighs just right on both sides with the legendary rotating sandwich grates.
Better yet, each of those upgrades comes in full and half-width versions so you can use two at the same time if you want. All-in-all this might turn out to be the most versatile grill you’ve ever used.
Roll your Santa Maria right to where you need it with the 13-inch turf tires, whether your work area is concrete or grass.
Unlock the power to cook classic Santa Maria style barbecue (plus just about anything else) with the Meadow Creek durability and craftsmanship you know and love.
Features
- Eye-catching traditional Santa Maria style stands out at cookouts.
- Rust-free stainless steel crank wheel and handle, cables and connectors, and bearing-mounted pipe shaft and collars
- Standard rust-free food-grade T304 stainless steel grate smoothly adjusts from 5” to 30” above the fire for perfect heat control.
- Modular grate system lets you swap between the standard grate and the optional chicken flipper, griddle, or seafood basket.
- 11-gauge welded steel grill body with attractive black matte heat-resistant paint
- 13-gauge slide-out charcoal pan insert for easy fueling and cleanouts
- Hinged front firebox panel for quick and convenient fire access
- 8 spin vents (4 in front and 4 in back) for total fire control
- Solid 13-gauge shelf for storing tools or supplies
- Sturdy wagon chassis with 13” air-filled turf tires for easy rolling
- 1-1/8” pillow block bearings for smooth raising and lowering of grate
- Optional Lid: Stainless steel thermometer and 3 standard vents
Specifications
| Overall Dimensions | 33”W x 68”L x 73”H |
| Cooking Area | 6.875 sq. ft. (990 sq. in.) |
| Grate Dimensions | 22 x 45 |
| Grate Style | Wire Grid With 1/2” Spacing |
| Metal Thickness, Main Grill | 11 Gauge |
| Metal Thickness, Charcoal Pan | 13 Gauge |
| Metal Thickness, Bottom Shelf | 13 Gauge |
| Clearance Between Shelf and Bottom of Grill | 7-1/2" |
| Grate Height | 5” – 30” |
| Optional Lid Metal Thickness | 13 Gauge |
| Optional Lid Height | 12” |
| Max Grate Height With Optional Lid Closed | 18” |
| Crank Bearings | 1-1/8" Lock Collar Pillow Block |
| Net Weight | 400 lbs. |
| Shipping Weight | 550 lbs. |
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Lead Time
Meadow Creek products are made to order, with an estimated 2–4 week lead time.
About Meadow Creek
Meadow Creek hand-builds custom barbecue pits, smokers, and roasters designed to make outdoor cooking fun, easy, and reliable—so whenever the crowd craves real food, the pit is ready to deliver. Since 1980, Meadow Creek equipment has earned a loyal following from backyard enthusiasts to award-winning chefs, all drawn to the performance, durability, and craftsmanship that define every product.
Born from a small Pennsylvania farm welding shop, Meadow Creek has grown into a trusted name in American barbecue, built on integrity, community, and old-fashioned hard work. More than forty years later, the Stoltzfus family still carries forward that tradition—crafting professional-grade equipment that helps pitmasters skip the drama, focus on what matters, and share unforgettable barbecue with family, friends, and customers. Proudly made in the USA.
Documentation Download
Meadow Creek Buyer Guide
Meadow Creek Product Catalog
Meadow Creek Products Specifications Sheet
Return and Refund Policy
All Meadow Creek products are custom-made to order and are non-refundable.