Why Grill Plates Outperform Traditional Grates

Introduction

If you’re still cooking on a conventional grill grate, there’s a whole world of grilling you’re missing out on. Grill grates are great for steaks and burgers—but try cooking bacon, eggs, hash browns, rice, or even sliced vegetables and you'll quickly hit a wall. These delicate or small foods either fall through the gaps or cook unevenly. The lack of a flat, heated surface limits your grilling versatility and creativity.

Enter the Arteflame Insert—an innovative grill upgrade that combines the best of both worlds: a traditional grate and a flat grill plate (griddle surface). This hybrid design gives your existing grill an entirely new range of cooking options. Suddenly, breakfast on the grill is possible. Stir-fried rice and crispy bacon? No problem. With the Arteflame insert, your grill becomes a complete outdoor kitchen.

Unlock Dual-Surface Grilling

Grilling shouldn’t be restrictive, yet that’s exactly what traditional grill grates do. They’re excellent for searing thick cuts of meat, but they simply weren’t designed for foods that demand a flat cooking surface. Adding a grill plate, or griddle insert, to your grilling setup radically transforms what you can cook—and how you cook it.

Expanded Cooking Flexibility

With a griddle surface, once difficult or impossible foods are now grill-ready. You can sizzle breakfast favorites like:

• Bacon strips that don’t drip fat into the fire
• Eggs sunny-side up or scrambled
• Hash browns evenly crisped
• Fried rice and stir-fry dishes
• Pancakes and flatbreads
• Seafood like scallops or shrimp that won’t fall through
• Vegetables that caramelize instead of burning

This opens up meal prep to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between—all from the comfort of your backyard grill.

Even Heat Distribution

Grill plates are known for their superior heat retention and even distribution. Unlike the uneven heat zones of open grates, a quality steel griddle plate maintains steady temps from center to edge. That means less flipping, fewer hot spots, and more consistent cooking.

Juicier, Tastier Results

Flat surface grilling helps lock in moisture. By preventing direct flame contact, delicate foods cook in their own juices rather than being charred dry. Whether you’re caramelizing onions or searing salmon, grill plates help develop deeper flavor while preserving texture.

Mess-Free Efficiency

Arteflame inserts are designed for a cleaner grilling experience. With a flat cooktop, grease doesn’t drip down into the fire causing flare-ups. This not only makes for safer cooking, but it also drastically reduces cleanup time.

Combo Advantage: Grill + Griddle

Unlike standalone griddles, the Arteflame insert combines a central grill grate with a surrounding grill plate. This hybrid layout allows you to:

• Sear steaks in the middle over an open flame
• Simultaneously sauté mushrooms or onions on the side
• Keep cooked foods warm on the griddle edge
• Cook entire meals in one go without multiple pans or tools

This setup revolutionizes your grill’s capabilities, making it a multi-zone workstation built for efficiency and gourmet results.

Perfect for Entertaining

Whether it’s game day or a family gathering, having both cooking surfaces means you can please a crowd with varied food preferences. Cook veggie burgers beside beef patties, or gluten-free pancakes beside bacon—all at once. The presentation also becomes part of the experience—guests love the sight and aromas of food sizzling on a versatile surface.

Durability With Purpose

Arteflame inserts are crafted from 100% U.S. steel, not cast iron. This distinction matters. Steel heats more evenly and is significantly less brittle than cast iron, which can crack or shatter under thermal stress. U.S. steel not only ensures longevity, but it also meets strict American manufacturing standards for food safety and durability.

Designed to Fit Your Grill

No need to buy a new grill. Arteflame inserts are thoughtfully engineered to fit a wide range of popular grill models and sizes. This means you can easily upgrade your existing setup without rebuilding your patio or replacing your outdoor kitchen investment.

Conclusion

If your current grill only features a standard grate, you’re missing out on versatility, flavor, and performance. The Arteflame insert is the ultimate upgrade—bringing together the power of an open grill with the convenience and range of a griddle. Whether you're flipping pancakes or charring the perfect steak, this dual-surface insert transforms the way you grill altogether.

Made entirely in the USA, each Arteflame insert is crafted from 100% U.S. steel—not cast iron—ensuring long-lasting durability and food-safe standards. Cast iron, while traditional, is brittle and more likely to crack under heat stress. Steel, on the other hand, delivers strength and resilience for years of worry-free, high-performance cooking. Give your trusted grill new life with the Arteflame insert—and take outdoor cooking to a whole new level.