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Charcoal Ovens

Professional charcoal ovens for restaurants & outdoor kitchens

Bertha ovens bring professional-grade charcoal cooking into any setting - from high-performance kitchens to outdoor spaces at home.

Grill, roast, bake and smoke using natural charcoal, all within a single enclosed oven. With even heat and precise control, Bertha delivers consistent results, faster cooking, and deeper flavour.

WHAT MAKES A CHARCOAL OVEN DIFFERENT?

A charcoal oven takes the smoky punch of live-fire cooking and puts you firmly in control.

Instead of losing heat from an open grill, the insulated chamber surrounds food with steady, even temperatures. The result is faster cooking, better moisture retention and serious charcoal flavour, from edge-to-edge steaks to slow-smoked brisket, blistered vegetables and bubbling pizza.

Adjust the airflow to build heat, hold it steady or bring in more smoke. Cook close to the embers for a fierce finish, then move ingredients higher when they need more time. Bertha gives you the freedom to cook hard, slow or anywhere in between.

WHY CHOOSE A BERTHA CHARCOAL OVEN?

Because Bertha is built for cooks who expect more from live fire. 

Made from British stainless steel, Bertha combines big performance with unmistakable design. Underneath that bold exterior is an insulated firebox engineered to retain heat and keep the cook consistent. 

Depending on the model, Bertha charcoal ovens can reach temperatures of up to 550°C, giving you the range to smoke low, roast steadily or sear at full force.

Since 2013, Bertha has earned her place in Michelin-starred restaurants and acclaimed kitchens around the world. Now the same charcoal-fired performance is ready for outdoor kitchens, garden entertaining and home cooks who take food seriously.

Reasons to bring Bertha home or put her to work include:

- One oven for grilling, roasting, baking, smoking and slow cooking.

- Enclosed charcoal cooking for deep flavour and succulent results.

- Adjustable airflow for confident temperature control.

- Tough British construction made for regular, high-heat use.

- Table-top, freestanding and professional models.

- Statement colours that look every bit as good as the food.

FIND THE RIGHT BERTHA CHARCOAL OVEN

The collection includes compact table-top ovens, freestanding models and professional ovens for higher-volume cooking.

The Bertha Original is a versatile choice for outdoor kitchens, home entertaining and hospitality settings. For a smaller footprint, the Original Table Top delivers the same style of enclosed charcoal cooking while fitting neatly onto a suitable counter or stand.

Professional kitchens can choose from: 

- Bertha Professional X - The smallest model in the commercial range, making it perfect for tighter kitchens, mobile setups and lower-volume service

- Bertha Professional X+ - Provides more capacity for busy restaurants and higher-volume cooking

- Bertha Professional Table Top Inflorescence - Brings commercial performance to a smaller, more flexible format for compact kitchens and outdoor hospitality spaces

- Bertha Professional Original  - Offers the size and performance needed for demanding menus and sustained service

Compare the available sizes, formats and capacities to choose an oven that suits your space, typical covers and cooking style.

AN OUTDOOR CHARCOAL OVEN BUILT FOR MORE

A Bertha outdoor charcoal oven can become the centrepiece of a garden kitchen or covered cooking area. Use it for steaks, whole fish, vegetables, flatbreads, pizzas, joints, skewers and smoked dishes, then keep experimenting as your confidence grows.

Complete your setup with premium charcoal, purpose-made oven accessories and a compatible oven stand.

FAQS ABOUT CHARCOAL OVENS

A charcoal oven can cook meat, fish, vegetables, bread, pizza and larger joints. You can grill directly over high heat, roast with the door closed, smoke at lower temperatures or slow-cook tougher cuts until tender.

Yes. Bertha offers models suited to domestic outdoor kitchens and serious home cooking, including compact table-top options. Always position and install the oven in line with the product guidance and any ventilation requirements.

A traditional barbecue usually cooks on an open grate. A charcoal oven has an enclosed, insulated chamber, giving you greater heat retention, a broader range of cooking methods and more control over temperature.

The terms are sometimes used interchangeably in searches, but Bertha ovens are designed to cook with charcoal rather than household coal. Use the recommended cooking charcoal to achieve clean heat, reliable performance and the intended flavour.