I could not imagine cooking a quality piece of meat or vegetables on this grill. It works great for a quick sandwich, chicken or hamburger. Put the meat on and watch it- check for doneness then put some cheese on the meat and set aside. Then take a bun or hoagie roll, slice it and brush it with olive oil and put in grill for a few minutes....then assemble the sandwich with condiments...perfect taste!! Just like any type of cooking-proper seasoning, and proper preparation will result accordingly. You can't cook a sow's ear into a filet mignon. Teflon does wear out eventually even on expensive cook-ware. You will replace a 100 dollar skillet a quickly as you will replace a 100 dollar grill. Live with it and enjoy it for what it is designed for!