Bayou Classic 700-704

The Bayou Classic 700-704 4-Gallon Stainless Fryer with Cart has been one of the best outdoor cooking investments I’ve made. The design is sturdy, easy to move around with the cart, and the stainless steel build gives it both durability and a clean professional look. One of the best parts is how much oil it saves compared to traditional deep fryers. The V-bottom design keeps food particles from burning, which helps the oil last longer, so you’re not constantly replacing it. That savings on oil helps offset the initial price of the fryer, making it a smart long-term buy. The included two stainless mesh baskets are perfect for frying multiple items at once, and the built-in thermometer and drain valve make frying and cleanup so much easier. I also like that it comes with a high-pressure regulator and stainless braided LPG hose — feels secure and safe to use. ✅ Pros: Saves money on oil with efficient design Durable stainless steel construction Comes with cart, baskets, regulator, and hose — all in one package Heats quickly and maintains temperature well Easy to clean with the drain valve ❌ Cons: Takes up space, so best for those with a dedicated cooking area 💡 Tips: Use a good-quality thermometer alongside the built-in one to double-check oil temps for delicate frying. Filter and store your oil after each use to maximize lifespan. Have a large tray or table nearby when cooking — helps with managing food when frying in batches. Always test propane connections for leaks before firing it up. Bottom Line: The Bayou Classic 4-gallon fryer is an outdoor cooking powerhouse. It saves money on oil, cooks food evenly, and is built to last. If you fry often — fish, chicken, fries, or hushpuppies — this is absolutely worth the investment.

OMGOSH, my husband is obsessed with this fryer! He and I put it together fairly quickly and bonus-not one single “discussion”. The instructions were easy to follow (for me anyway, men don’t use them!) This fryer is the perfect size. He couldn’t wait to have some friends over for a fish fry. Works great, couldn’t be happier. One thing to remember, the propane tank has to sit level or the intake heat/flame isn’t as strong as it should be.

Got this as a supplement to an RV 3 basket fryer. Being a metal fabricator, it uses much lighter/thinner materials for the deep part of it. BeingthatI alsowork with a lot of engineers most of my life, I can also see where some improvements could be made. But I got this one for cooking home made hushpuppies for the most part. The hushpuppies require a lower temp than the fish I cook in my big fryer. And this fit the bill perfectly since it runs at a lower temp. I expect the stainless to last a good while

Man I am glad that I got this. It is one of ,if not, my favorite cooking appliance. We use it every week. Everyone that comes over is thoroughly impressed and wants to know where to get one. It cooks like a commercial fryer. It heats up quickly even with the propane valve barely open. It is noisy when the propane is turned completely up, but not enough to bother my neighbor who wants one now. I also love that it's outside. Anyone who has done any serious frying will appreciate that the mess and smell associated with frying is outside. I love that it's stainless and cleans up easily.

It's not worth what it cost. I don't know if it's just the one I have but the propane valve only has high and off. If you try to put it on low it will cut off. It doesn't not matter how slow you turn it as soon as you touch it it will cut off. I'm trying to get in touch with Amazon to see how I can get warranty but all I get is the automated service. Don't buy

After assembly, I'm satisfied with the cooker. It was missing one nut insert for the shelf brace, but that is an easy fix. I'm very familiar with and have cooked with these deep fryers before. I am looking forward to years of good service from my new Bayou Classic fryer.

This is an excellent purchase to get all your frying done right and fast! We love it, but you must keep an eye on the thermometer.

Excellent purchase. Great size and quality. Very sturdy.