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...
This guide lists the grill, hearth and outdoor-kitchen stores we found in 5 Michigan cities, with each store's location and what it carries. Store stock, hours and addresses change, so call ahead before you visit.
If you would rather not shop in person, Arteflame ships its corten-steel fire pit grills directly to homes in Michigan. See buying an Arteflame in Michigan below.
Cities in this guide: Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor
The Sear Makes the Steak, And Arteflame Makes the Sear
A typical gas grill runs cooler, so a steak needs more time over the heat before it browns. The Arteflame’s center grate reaches 1,000°F, so you get a deep crust fast while the inside stays juicy.
Grill stores in Detroit
Metro Detroit has harsh winters, road salt in the air, and lake-effect humidity.
- Bourlier's Barbecue & Fireplace (Royal Oak, Woodward Avenue): Longtime barbecue and fireplace shop and authorized Lynx Grills dealer, with a walk-through showroom and a deep lineup of gas grill brands.
- This Is It Shop's House of Fire (Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield): Fireplace shop with a grill and patio selection and helpful staff; assists with full outdoor kitchen layouts.
- Home-center chains: Home Depot (locations across Metro Detroit), Lowe's (locations across Metro Detroit).
Grill stores in Grand Rapids
- Rylee's Ace Hardware: Great Lakes Ace store and Weber and Traeger dealer (Traeger Timberline status) that handles warranty repairs on those brands; mainly gas and pellet grills.
- Home-center chains: Meijer (28th St SE).
A 1,000°F Sear for a Steakhouse-Style Crust
The Arteflame’s center grill grate reaches 1,000°F, the kind of intense, direct heat steakhouses sear with, so you get a crisp crust while the inside stays as rare as you like it.
Grill stores in Warren
- Great Lakes Ace Hardware – Warren (15162 E. Thirteen Mile Rd, 13 Mile & Hayes): Stocks Weber, Traeger, and Big Green Egg, with a patio and outdoor-living section and on-site Weber warranty repair.
- Sargent Appliance (Clinton Township / Macomb / Rochester): Macomb County appliance specialist carrying freestanding, built-in, charcoal, gas, electric, and wood-pellet grills for outdoor kitchen projects.
- Costco Wholesale (Gratiot Avenue, Roseville): Mentioned for bulk buying of ribeyes, chicken thighs, and charcoal.
Grill stores in Sterling Heights
- Watson's (44605 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights): Showroom carrying gas, charcoal, and pellet grills alongside patio furniture, with knowledgeable staff.
- Home-center chains: Lowe's (2000 Metropolitan Pkwy, Sterling Heights).
Grill stores in Ann Arbor
- Ace Hardware: Local hardware store carrying standard gas grills.
- Cornwell's: Local Ann Arbor store mentioned as a place to see grills in person.
Other Michigan cities
We don't have a store list for Dearborn or Lansing yet. Many of the chains listed above, such as Home Depot and Lowe's, also have stores in or near these cities; check their store finders for the closest location. Arteflame also sells direct and ships to your door.
Buying an Arteflame in Michigan
Arteflame grills are round corten-steel fire pits with a solid carbon-steel cooktop ring. The center of the cooktop runs hottest and the outer edge cooler, so you can sear and cook gently at the same time while guests stand around the fire. They come in 20-inch, 30-inch and 40-inch sizes, plus a fire pit with cooktop. Arteflame sells direct and ships to your door; every grill carries a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
Compare the models on the Arteflame store page, or browse grill stores in other states.
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Don't take our word for it; Arteflame has been featured in Forbes, Martha Stewart's blog, Barbecue Bible and FLOWER Magazine.
Steven Raichlen
Award-winning cookbook author
"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."
Forbes
Business magazine
"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."
Martha Stewart
Award-winning cook
"I love this grill - it's made of half-inch carbon steel and corten "weathering" steel with a cooktop that heats from the center."
Barbecue Bible
Barbecue & grill recipes
"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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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.
