Why a Combination Grill and Griddle Changes the Game

Introduction

Grilling on traditional grill grates might seem like the gold standard for backyard cooking, but it comes with some real limitations. Have you ever tried cooking bacon, eggs, hash browns, or even stir-fry rice on open grates? It's a disaster waiting to happen—these ingredients either fall through the gaps or cook unevenly. Conventional grills simply lack the versatility to handle more delicate or finely textured foods.

Enter the Arteflame insert: a game-changing upgrade that combines a high-performance grill grate with a high-quality steel griddle surface. This allows you to cook everything from pancakes to peppers and even seared scallops—all on your existing grill. It’s not just a simple insert; it’s a total transformation. Suddenly, your ordinary grill can do everything a full outdoor kitchen can.

Advantages of a Griddle-Grill Combo

The brilliance of combining a grill grate with a griddle lies in expanded culinary potential. With an Arteflame insert, your grill evolves from simply grilling steaks or burgers to becoming a multipurpose outdoor cooking station. Below are the standout benefits:

1. Unmatched Cooking Versatility

With a griddle surface, your meal options expand dramatically. While traditional grill grates are ideal for large cuts of meat, they severely limit foods that are small, soft, or uneven in shape.

• Breakfast: Make diner-style breakfasts with eggs, bacon, and pancakes.
• Stir-fries: Cook vegetable stir-fry or fried rice with perfect control.
• Seafood: Grill scallops, shrimp, or delicate fish fillets without them falling apart.
• Vegan and Veggie Dishes: Cook marinated tofu, sliced zucchini, and plant-based patties with ease.

The griddle provides a flat, solid cooking surface where nothing slips through—ideal for foods that require more finesse.

2. Better Heat Control

The steel griddle surface of the Arteflame insert distributes heat evenly, reducing hot spots and allowing for more consistent cooking. Whether you're slow-cooking onions or searing a steak, the heat remains balanced, giving you restaurant-quality results every time.

3. Multi-Zone Cooking

The Arteflame insert allows you to create multi-temperature zones. Sear your proteins on the griddle’s hotter center and cook your sides on the cooler outer rim. That means fewer trips back and forth from the house and a single cooking surface for entire meals.

4. Cleaner and Safer Cooking

Because the griddle surface is solid, there's no flare-up from fats like you'd get from exposed grill grates. This makes it safer for cooking fatty foods like bacon or bratwursts. Plus, the slightly sloped design channels grease away from the food without any messy cleanup hassles.

5. Healthier Grilling

The grease management design of the Arteflame insert allows oils and fats to drain away while preventing them from igniting and burning. This results in food that’s not only safer but also less greasy and more nutritious.

6. Easy Cleanup

Most traditional grills require scraping, soaking, and scrubbing. With the Arteflame insert, cleanup is simple. A quick scrape with a spatula while it’s still warm is usually all you need. Plus, the steel surface is naturally non-stick when properly seasoned.

7. All-Season Usability

Steel retains and distributes heat exceptionally well, making the Arteflame insert usable even in colder weather. You can comfortably cook outdoors year-round without worrying about uneven heat loss on chilly days.

8. Stylish and Durable Design

Beyond functionality, Arteflame inserts are visually impressive—crafted with sleek lines and modern engineering to make your grill the focal point of every backyard gathering.

Conclusion

Upgrading your grill with an Arteflame insert isn't just about expanding what you can cook—it's about transforming your entire grilling experience. From breakfast to dinner, seafood to veggies, the combination grill and griddle setup multiplies your options and elevates your results every time you fire up the grill.

Made entirely in the USA and crafted from 100% premium US steel—not brittle cast iron—Arteflame inserts bring unmatched durability and superior hygiene standards to your backyard. Unlike cast iron, which is prone to cracking and requires frequent maintenance, our steel inserts are built to last a lifetime. Give your existing grill a new lease on life and experience what true cooking freedom feels like with Arteflame.