OUR STORY: A Legacy Refined.

About MADe2GRILL

The Original Recipe. A New Vision.

Every great legend has a beginning, and for Made 2 Grill, it started in Hanover with a single, hallowed recipe. Developed by Rick Sedlacek and perfected over years of K-State tailgates and local festivals, the "Made 2 Grill" bratwurst became more than just food it became the gold standard. When other sausages sat cold on the grill, the Made 2 Grill brats were always gone. Why? Because a 1/4-pound, original-recipe brat simply can't be beat.

From the first retail success at Cabela’s to the local meat counters across Kansas and Nebraska, the mission was clear: Take over the industry one grill at a time.

Passing the Tongs: A Family Tradition

Today, the tradition continues under the leadership of the Stallbaumer and Sedlacek family. As the owners of Made 2 Grill, Brady, Jo, Brad, Lynn, and Levi aren't just maintaining a business; they are stewarding a family legacy.

With a deep respect for the original Hanover roots and the craftsmanship that made the brand famous, the family has infused the company with a renewed focus on Premium Quality and National Scale. When you buy from Made 2 Grill, you aren't just buying from a brand you’re joining our family table.

What Makes Us Different?

While the leadership has evolved, our commitment to the product remains unshakeable:

• The 1/4-Pound Standard: We don't do "commodity" sizes. Every Made 2 Grill brat is a true 1/4-pounder, built for the serious griller who wants a meal, not a snack.

• The Freshness Promise: Our brats are frozen immediately after production to lock in the peak flavor profile. We use high-quality edible casings that provide that perfect "snap" without the toughness found in mass-produced industrial sausages.

• The "One-Bite" Guarantee: We still believe in the power of the sample. To this day, 80% of people who say they "don't like brats" change their mind after one bite of a Made 2 Grill original.

The Road Ahead

Under the family’s leadership, Made 2 Grill is expanding from its local roots into a national distribution engine. We are combining the heart of a local butcher shop with the innovation of a modern marketplace. Whether you’re at a stadium tailgate or your own backyard, we are here to ensure that when the grilling is done, the Made 2 Grill brats are the first thing gone.

Made2Grill FoodTruck

Bring the sizzling spectacle and undeniable flavor of open-fire grilling to your next local event by booking the Made 2 Grill Bratwurst food truck! Perfect for festivals, corporate gatherings, or neighborhood block parties, our custom black trailer serves up an unforgettable, aromatic show where our pitmasters grill massive, mouthwatering 1/4 lb. brats over live flames. Turn your gathering into a monumental flavor experience by securing the "Home of the World Famous 1/4 lb. Brat" today; simply click the link below to fill out a booking inquiry or call our event specialists directly at 888-884-BRAT to discuss your specific needs and bring this Kansas grilling icon straight to your crowd.