Abstract: A grill, such as an outdoor charcoal or gas grill includes a conventional bottom portion having a heat generating source and a rack for supporting a food product above the heat generator. The grill includes a cover which serves to enclose an air space above the rack to permit roasting or baking of food products supported on the rack. The cover also includes an opening and a transparent panel is provided for the opening, preferably by an elongate hinge. The hinge is located at the bottom of the panel and the cover also includes an opening mechanism, whereby the upper portion of the panel may be displaced from the cover to create an opening in the vicinity of the top of the cover. The opening of the panel permits grilling or broiling of the food product, and the user of the grill, by observation of the cooking process occurring in the grill through the transparent panel can open and close the panel by desired amounts and at appropriate times to control cooking operations.