Grilled Picanha: Crispy Fat Cap, Wood-Fired
How to grill picanha (top sirloin cap) the Brazilian way: cut with the grain, salt only, render the fat cap first, sear hard and slice thin. Plus why picanha is...
What is an Arteflame?
An Arteflame is a wood-fired grill and flat-top griddle in one. A hardwood or lump-charcoal fire burns in the center under a grill grate that passes 1,000°F for searing. Around it sits a round ½″ steel griddle that runs about 450–550°F near the fire and 250–350°F at the rim, so steak, vegetables, fish and eggs cook at the same time. Lift the cooktop off and it’s an open fire pit.
Choose a 40″ grill at bar height (from $2,495) or a 40″ fire pit with cooktop at seating height (from $1,995). Every one is built in Phoenix, Arizona.
A 1,000°F Sear for a Steakhouse-Style Crust
Arteflame’s center grate reaches 1,000°F, the kind of intense, direct heat steakhouses sear with, so you get an instant crust while the center stays as juicy as you like.
The outside browns fast, so the steak stays tender and juicy under a deep, even crust.
Cook Everything, All at Once
Cook everything at once. Arteflame’s expansive flat-top surrounds a 1,000°F center grate, naturally creating multiple heat zones: the center grate for an instant sear, 450–550°F on the cooktop toward the inner edge for sautéing and veg, and 250–350°F toward the outer edge for gentle finishing or resting. We have measured these zones many times on our own Classic 40 (how the heat zones work). That means steaks, seafood, veggies, and sides all hit their ideal temps together—no juggling burners, no flare-ups, and no pots or pans needed. It’s effortless timing, steakhouse sear, and full-menu control on one beautiful cooktop.
A Wood-Fired Grill, Griddle and Backyard Centerpiece
The Arteflame grill sears at up to 1,000°F, building a deep, even crust while the inside stays juicy. Its expansive cooktop with multiple temperature zones lets you cook everything at once, from meats to veggies. Beyond performance, the Arteflame is a striking backyard centerpiece that combines functionality with stunning design, elevating every gathering.
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"It looks like a Claus Oldenburg sculpture. It functions like a wood burning grill & plancha. It's great for steak, fragile fish, veggies and everything in between."
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"I love this grill - it's made of half-inch carbon steel and corten "weathering" steel with a cooktop that heats from the center."
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"The Arteflame will be the food and fun focal point of any backyard and is equally at home on a prepared surface or grass lawn."
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"If the mythic gods of fire had an earthy temple, the Arteflame grill could serve as its baptismal font. Its design, at once primeval and modern, symbolizes mankind's relationship with the awesome power of fire."
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"Arteflame grills boast sculptural lines, durability, and a star-studded roster of fans."
The Social Grill
Arteflame’s circular design turns cooking into a social moment—everyone gathers, chats, and shares the experience while the food sizzles. And because it’s a stunning showpiece, not a boxy appliance, it becomes the heart of your backyard instead of being shoved into a corner like a typical gas grill. It’s where the conversation—and the flavor—naturally meet.
How the Steel Cooktop and Airflow Reach 1,000°F
I build every Arteflame to hit a true 1,000°F sear. The solid steel cooktop and open-fire bowl concentrate and hold extreme heat, while the internal airflow floods the fire with oxygen to keep temperatures sky-high. That combination of thermal mass + oxygen-rich combustion creates an instant, steakhouse-level crust in seconds—Arteflame’s signature.
Arteflame 40″ Grills & Fire Pits
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40″ wood-fired grill and griddle combos, and 40″ fire pits with a cooktop. Made in Phoenix, Arizona.
The Arteflame Family
Arteflame is an American company proudly designing and crafting distinctive, versatile outdoor grills that double as a fire pit.
Arteflame grills combine art, form and function – exhibiting timeless style and refined taste. The Arteflame family of products is proudly designed and crafted in Phoenix, Arizona using only US steel. Our grills are cherished by our clients as works of art.
More than 3,900 grill recipes to cook on your Arteflame. Enjoy!
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Crisp and Golden Mac and Cheese Cakes on the Grill
Turn yesterday's leftover macaroni into today's crispy, golden side dish with this easy wood-fired recipe.
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Texas-Style Open-Fire Brisket: Seared & Wrapped on the Arteflame
Master this Texas-style open-fire brisket cooked entirely on the Arteflame grill. By searing on the center grate and wrapping to render on the flat top, you get perfectly tender, juicy...
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Beer Candied Bacon on the Grill
Transform standard thick-cut bacon into a sweet, savory appetizer with a dark stout and brown sugar glaze, perfectly caramelized on a flat-top grill.
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Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breasts with Plum-Poblano Sauce
Render the perfect crispy skin with these Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breasts, paired with a smoky, sweet, and spicy charred plum-poblano sauce.
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Grilled and Smothered Artichokes on the Arteflame
Tender artichoke halves charred over high heat and smothered in rich garlic butter and Parmesan cheese.
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Grilling Perfect Brisket on the Arteflame
Achieve a deep crust with this low-and-slow beef brisket recipe, utilizing natural heat zones for a perfect sear and incredibly tender finish.
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Grilled Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings on the Arteflame
Transform the trending crispy rice paper dumplings into a wood-fired masterpiece. Cooked on the Arteflame flat steel griddle for a shatteringly crisp crust and savory, high-protein filling.
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Steven Raichlen's Bacon-Wrapped Albacore Tuna Filet Mignons
Elevate albacore tuna with a steakhouse-style bacon wrap and a decadent green peppercorn cream sauce, grilled flawlessly on a flat-top.
