Why You Need an Outdoor Griddle with Lid and a Wood-Fired Grill

Introduction

While gas and electric grills offer convenience, they often fall short in delivering the flavor and searing capability needed for truly mouth-watering results. Most gas grills max out around 450°F, which isn't hot enough to trigger the Maillard reaction—the chemical process responsible for the caramelization and delicious crust found in steakhouse-quality meats. That’s why foods like perfectly seared steaks, juicy hamburgers, and char-kissed sausages can only be truly perfected over an open wood fire.

The Arteflame wood-fired grill not only reaches searing temperatures up to 1,000°F, but its unique plancha design allows for restaurant-grade cooking experiences right in your backyard. A traditional gas grill with an outdoor griddle and lid configuration simply can't match the flavor complexity and texture that wood fire imparts. If you're serious about grilling, it's time to go beyond gas.

Why Wood-Fired Grills Matter

There’s a reason why chefs and pitmasters around the world swear by wood-fired cooking—it’s all about heat, flavor, and control. Pairing a gas grill with a wood-fired grill like the Arteflame elevates your outdoor cooking game by adding depth and versatility you just can’t get with propane or electricity alone.

The Heat Advantage

Gas grills are typically capped at around 450–500°F, which is barely enough to cook meats, let alone sear them. At these temperatures, the Maillard reaction doesn’t occur reliably. This effect only kicks in above 500°F, and for the best, steakhouse-quality crusts, temperatures closer to 1,000°F are ideal. Arteflame grills are designed to reach that high heat zone, making them unmatched for:

• Perfectly seared ribeye or filet mignon
• Caramelized smash burgers
• Blackened fish tacos
• Flavorful, smoky brisket
• Sizzling sausages with crispy skins

Unlike gas griddles with lids, which trap in moisture and struggle to maintain even temperatures across the surface, the Arteflame’s flat-top grill distributes heat evenly while the open flame boosts the cook temperature to professional levels.

Authentic Flavor Through Real Wood

It’s not just about heat—it’s also about the unmistakable difference in flavor that wood-fired cooking delivers. The natural emulsification of fat dripping onto hot coals or hardwood flames creates aromatic smoke that embeds complex, savory notes into your food. Something a gas burner simply can’t replicate.

Picture this: You sear a thick porterhouse on the Arteflame’s center grill grate, then slide it to the plancha to finish slow roasting in its own juices while it absorbs that signature smoky essence. That depth of flavor just isn’t possible with a propane griddle—even one with a lid.

Greater Cooking Versatility

Adding a wood-fired grill enables a broader range of cooking techniques—searing, smoking, sautéing, baking, and even boiling—all in one grill. While your gas grill might still be your quick weekday workhorse, the Arteflame becomes your weekend showstopper.

Use them in tandem for amazing results:

• Start a low-and-slow smoke on the Arteflame, then finish with quick sears on your gas griddle.
• Use the gas grill with a lid to retain heat on roast veggies, while the wood grill simultaneously imparts deep flavors into proteins.
• Grill breakfast staples like eggs, pancakes, and bacon on the Arteflame plancha while prepping for a BBQ feast on the gas unit.

Better for Entertaining

Arteflame grills are built not just for performance, but as the centerpiece of outdoor entertaining. Its circular, open-top design invites guests to gather around and enjoy the vibe, making the cooking experience fully interactive—more like a fireside dinner than a backyard chore.

The aesthetics are just as impressive. Made from Corten steel that patinas beautifully over time, it’s a conversation piece that elevates your patio or backyard.

Designed for All-Season Use

Don't limit your outdoor cooking to sunny days. Arteflame grills perform exceptionally well in colder conditions, thanks to their massive heat output. While gas grills lose thermal efficiency in the cold, the Arteflame thrives—ready to sear your steak even in frost-bitten weather.

A Lifetime Investment

Gas grills tend to break down over time—burners rust, igniters fail, grates warp. Arteflame grills are a different breed entirely. Manufactured from solid steel, they’re built to last a lifetime. The cooking surface seasons like cast iron, improving with every use, and there's virtually no moving parts to break or replace, making them a low-maintenance, high-reward centerpiece for your outdoor kitchen.

Conclusion

While an outdoor griddle with a lid offers convenience and control, it falls short when it comes to high-heat searing and authentic smoke flavor. That’s where Arteflame steps in—giving you the ability to achieve restaurant-quality steaks, deep smoky flavor, and unmatched grilling versatility right at home. By adding a wood-fired Arteflame to your setup, you’re not replacing your gas grill—you’re upgrading your entire outdoor cooking experience.

Proudly made 100% in the USA, Arteflame grills combine aesthetic beauty, industrial-grade durability, and elite performance. Ready to grill like a pro? Choose Arteflame and experience fire, flavor, and food the way it was meant to be cooked.