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Viking Over the Range Microwave
Viking Convection/Speed Microwave Oven
Viking Built-In Microwave Hood
One of the most underrated kitchen appliances is the microwave. Having a high-performance microwave can save you time and energy, whether it's a quick reheat before dinner, defrosting hamburgers, or the classic bag of popcorn for movie night. With that said, luxury brands have not hesitated to rebrand these unsung heroes and make them into high-end appliances that fit right in with premium kitchen designs. The Viking microwave is one of the many that have joined to revolution, and frankly, their lineup is worth checking out.
Luxury microwaves might be uncharted territory for most, so to bring you up to speed, we’ve reviewed the Viking microwave lineup, bringing you six models we think you should consider.
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The Viking kitchen is a true culinary enthusiast's dream. Viking has been creating luxuriously stunning kitchens since its start in 1987, by giving homeowners industry-leading innovations with true quality and performance. Viking started with the innovation of the famous Viking range, introducing the first professional-grade range to the modern household. This one act set the stage for the Viking brand, and with numerous awards and accolades from that of Good Housekeeping, Martha Stewart, and CBS, Viking has proven its worth many times over.
Through the almost 40 years since the beginning, Viking has never stopped dreaming, creating, and innovating. With a deep dedication to the innovation and development of its technologies, Viking has improved the functionality, quality, and performance of its products, making them a tough competitor in the luxury market.
If you are looking for a brand that has everything from refrigeration, cooking, cleanup, and ventilation, plus unique and stunning designs to go with it, then Viking is a brand that should be on your radar. Viking has taken the design of its products to the next level by giving each kitchen a harmonious flow, using the same design cues across all products, while also giving each home a chance to stand out in color, accessories, and features.
The Viking Microwave Lineup
Viking believes that a microwave can be a powerful tool in your kitchen, giving you the freedom to have it all and then some, with powerful settings like warming and sensor cooking, along with large-capacity interiors, ideal for every family.
Viking offers two different series of microwaves: the 3 Series and the 5 Series. Within each collection there are multiple different microwave models, including microwave drawer, drop door microwaves, Viking convection microwave selections, and more. We’re going to break down these different models, allowing you to see the different features and technologies that go into making Viking microwaves complimentary to any appliance in your luxury kitchen.
✔ Quick Spec: Shoppers might be surprised about the Viking microwave cost, which ranges from $750 to over $3,000. The price reflects Viking’s quality, engineering, and design styles that are synonymous with luxury.
Viking Microwave Drawers
Microwave drawers are ideal for installation below an island, standard cabinetry, a peninsula, or installed adjacent to a built-in oven. These integrated microwaves are 24” wide—the perfect size for installing into cabinetry without taking up too much space. Additionally, household members who require access to appliances can benefit from one of these microwaves installed in an easy-to-reach place.
Viking® Professional 5 Series 1.2 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Microwave Drawer
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With a slim yet heavy-duty design, this Viking Professional 5 Series stainless steel microwave drawer offers you abundant space inside 1.2 cubic feet of capacity, 12 powerful cooking options, and automatic drawer-style access. Let’s look at some of the other outstanding features engineered in this microwave, making cooking, and daily living a breeze.
Sensor Cooking: Perfectly cook, defrost, and reheat using 8 powerful cook settings in this Viking Microwave Drawer.
Child Safety Lock: Avoid any unwanted use by little hands with the child safety lock feature.
Maximized Capacity: With the minimalistic look, you still get maximized capacity of 1.2 cu. ft., allowing you to fully take advantage of the space inside, consistently giving you tremendous results.
Touch Control: Automatically slide the drawer open or close with the simple touch of a button.
Add-A-Minute: With one simple button, add a minute of cooking time to your meal.
Viking Over the Range Microwave
Viking has top-of-the-line over-range microwaves that are perfect for any 30” Viking cooking appliance. With a max of 300 CFM, or enough power to filter odors, grease, and heat from gas cooking appliances with up to 30,000 total BTUs.
Viking® 5 Series 1.1 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Over the Range Microwave
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With a built-in microwave hood and professional convection capabilities, this Viking over the range microwave gives you a sleek design along with powerful functions. A total of 11 power levels gives you an array of cooking options, from frozen dinners to melting chocolate for a light after-dinner dessert with fruit. We also love:
Multiple Convection Modes: ConvecBroil, ConvecRoast, ConvecBake, and manual convection satisfy every cooking need and can be used as not only a microwave but a wall oven as well.
Fast Cooking Times: With certain cooking times that are faster than actual wall ovens, cook your bigger items quickly and efficiently.
Add-A-Minute: Conveniently add one minute to your cooking time with the touch of a button.
Child Safety Lock: Keep unwanted usage of the microwave at bay with the child safety lock feature.
Low Mix Bake and High Mix Roast Settings: Offering the use of convection heat, the Low Mix Bake and High Mix Roast Settings allow you to brown and seal the outside of foods all while using classic microwave energy to properly cook the inside of your food.
Viking Convection/Speed Microwave Oven
Ideal for installing in existing cabinetry by itself, or below a cooktop, a Viking microwave convection oven offers multiple uses in one appliance, giving homeowners the freedom to create professional-style meals right from the comfort of their kitchens. Models are available in over-the-range, built-in, and drawer designs.
Viking® 5 Series 30" Stainless Steel Drop Down Door Convection/Speed Microwave Oven
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Combining cooking features like bake, roast, grill and 15 options, each member of the household can tackle any microwave recipe, no matter the difficulty. With Two-Level Cooking Racks, you can easily fit a standard 9x13 baking dish in the stainless-steel interior, along with a 16” Diameter Turntable—perfect for any small or large dish that needs reheating.
Cooking Power: With powerful 900W cooking abilities, this microwave gives you built-in convenience and speed.
Large Interior: Take advantage of the large 1.6 Cu. Ft. interior, which gives you ample room and freedom to cook entrées even in large casserole dishes.
Speed Cooking Options: The two Speed Cooking Options, Speed Bake and Speed Roast, combine with microwave assist for speed cooking.
Automatic Sensor Programs: Take the guesswork out of your cooking with the Automatic Sensor Programs like cook, reheat, popcorn, in addition to nine more menus.
Melt/Soften/Warm Option: Melt chocolate, soften butter, or warm syrup quickly and conveniently with the Melt/Soften/Warm Option engineered in this microwave.
Viking Built-In Microwave Hoods
Easily install above any 30” Viking range, for a seamless, cohesive look. This is a good choice for homeowners who want minimal countertop clutter, but use a microwave on a daily basis.
Viking® 3 Series 1.8 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Built-In Microwave Hood
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This Viking Professional microwave offers its users an array of powerful cook settings, extra-large capacities, and professional features like Sensible Cook Menu, and Precise Cooking. We also give kudos to its sleek design in a modern combination of visually stunning black and stainless-steel trim. Truly a classic that will stand the test of time.
13 Food-Specific Settings: With 13 Food Specific Settings, there are cooking options for any time of the day, including breakfast and lunch options.
Add-30-Seconds: The “Add-30-Seconds” feature quickly adds thirty seconds to your microwave, along with an instant start. This is ideal for giving popcorn a few extra seconds without burning the batch.
Viking Blue Display: With the Premium Blue LED, the controls and features on your microwave are easy to read and find.
Easy-clean: The easy-to-clean interior offers a stain-resistant finish and wipes clean with only a damp cloth.
Built-in 3-speed ventilation system: Clear the air with the Built-in 3-speed ventilation system, which can be vented out the top or back of your microwave or can be converted to recirculate air.
Viking Countertop Microwave
Give your countertop a facelift with a stunning and sleek countertop microwave by Viking.
Viking® 5 Series 2.0 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Countertop Microwave
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Bringing you the classic features of a microwave, but making it better, this Viking countertop microwave oven offers breakfast and lunch cooking options, child safety locks, and 2 cubic feet of interior cooking space.
Warm/Hold Feature: The Warm/Hold Feature allows you to keep your food warm and tasty for extended periods of time.
13 Food-Specific Settings: With 13 Food Specific Settings, you can quickly and conveniently cook things like Popcorn, rice, or fresh vegetables at the touch of a button.
15-Minute Dinner and Preset Recipes: If you don’t know what to make for dinner one night, Viking has you covered with the 15-Minute Dinner and Preset Recipe feature, which offers five meals with step-by-step instructions.
Add-A-Minute: With the touch of a button, add one minute to your cooking time.
Countertop or Built-in: If you would like to convert this countertop microwave into a built-in microwave, Viking conveniently offers an optional trim kit accessory to allow you to do that.
Viking Built In Microwave
Viking built-in microwaves are recommended to for kitchens with ample cabinetry that can house an integrated microwave. This also helps eliminate competition on the countertop, giving the kitchen a sophisticated look.
Viking® 1.1 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Built In Microwave
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Though on the smaller side with 1.1 cubic feet of interior capacity, this Viking stainless steel built-in microwave still offers powerful cooking features. If your household doesn’t use the microwave too often, but having one around is still convenient, this is the perfect balance of style and function.
Multiple Convection Modes: Enjoy multiple convention modes like ConvecBroil, ConvecRoast, ConvecBake, and manual convection.
Fast Cooking Times: Cook bigger foods quickly and efficiently with built-in cooking speeds for certain larger foods.
Built-In Exhaust System: The 300 CFM exhaust system allows you to vent the air out of the front or back of your microwave or convert it to recirculate air.
Instant Sensor Settings: Ideal for cooking, reheating, or popping popcorn.
Multi-Use Capabilities: Use this as a microwave with the traditional microwave features or enjoy it as an oven with multiple convection modes.
The microwave might not be replacing your major cooking appliances, but having one in the kitchen is undeniably useful. With the Viking microwave line, you just so happen to get more features and premium designs that make them all the more special. So, if you’re ready to give your current microwave situation an upgrade, check out Viking microwaves in stock at Friedmans Appliance online or at our Pleasant Hill appliance store near you today!
Why Trust Friedmans Appliance?
Established in 1922, Friedmans Appliance has been the most trusted name in the Bay Area for over 100 years. What started as a small appliance store in Oakland has expanded to include every appliance you need for your home. Our commitment to value, inspiration, and character has only grown, creating an unbeatable reputation for top-notch appliances. At Friedmans, we strive to give our customers the best of the best, including our selection of top appliance brands and our exceptional customer service. Speaking of which, we offer a 100-day price guarantee on all our products — the longest in the industry!
Our wide selection of appliances is just one of the reasons we’re the best Bay Area appliance store. We carry refrigerators in every style, every cooking appliance to show off your chef skills, and every dish care and laundry appliance you need for cleanup.
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See for yourself why Friedmans is a trusted name in the Bay Area and shop microwaves online. While we are located in Pleasant Hill, we deliver to all of Northern California — even Reno! If you have any questions, our team is always happy to help you find the right Viking microwave, whether you call us at 925-808-2950, email us, or use our online chat feature. Better yet, stop by our appliance store in Pleasant Hill to experience the quality in person. Visit us today!
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