How to Grill & Smoke Beef
Times, grill and smoker temperatures, and safe internal temperatures for every beef cut — tap any cut for a full time-and-temperature guide.
Ribeye Steak
Grill 450°F · 135°F internal
New York StripGrill 450°F · 135°F internal
Filet MignonGrill 450°F · 135°F internal
Top SirloinGrill 450°F · 140°F internal
T-Bone SteakGrill 450°F · 135°F internal
Flank SteakGrill 500°F · 130°F internal
Skirt SteakGrill 550°F · 130°F internal
Hamburger PattyGrill 450°F · 160°F internal
Beef BrisketSmoke 225°F · 203°F internal
Beef Back RibsSmoke 250°F · 203°F internal
Smoked Chuck RoastSmoke 250°F · 200°F internal
Tri-TipSmoke 250°F · 130°F internal
Prime RibSmoke 250°F · 130°F internal
Beef at a glance
| Cut | Method | Temp | Internal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribeye Steak | Grill | 450°F | 135°F |
| New York Strip | Grill | 450°F | 135°F |
| Filet Mignon | Grill | 450°F | 135°F |
| Top Sirloin | Grill | 450°F | 140°F |
| T-Bone Steak | Grill | 450°F | 135°F |
| Flank Steak | Grill | 500°F | 130°F |
| Skirt Steak | Grill | 550°F | 130°F |
| Hamburger Patty | Grill | 450°F | 160°F |
| Beef Brisket | Smoke | 225°F | 203°F |
| Beef Back Ribs | Smoke | 250°F | 203°F |
| Smoked Chuck Roast | Smoke | 250°F | 200°F |
| Tri-Tip | Smoke | 250°F | 130°F |
| Prime Rib | Smoke | 250°F | 130°F |