Tabletop devices for grilling meat, fish, sausages, as well as sandwiches, toasted sandwiches, etc. Two electrically heated plates work simultaneously, one from the top and the other from the bottom. The heating elements are controlled by a thermostat up to 350 °C. Contact grills have smooth or grooved cast iron plates, or a combination of both plates. The balance of the upper plate in the desired position is maintained by a spring. A trough at the front of the grill collects debris and fat.