I got an electric outdoor grill at Lowe's a few year's ago and love it. They don't have my exact model anymore but it is similar to this one http://www.lowes.com/pd_186836-82210...RL=&facetInfo=

I can add cermic briquettes to the grill and that really helps transfer the heat evenly. I think it also helps give a nice grilled flavor. I found a cover that fits and I just leave it outside all the time, although I keep the cord part in my storage shed.