Lodge
Lodge Chef Seasoned Cast Iron Square Grill Pan
Best grill pan for home cooks seeking authentic, restaurant-style sear marks.
This pre-seasoned cast iron griddle from Lodge is perfect for creating beautiful sear marks on your favorite foods, from vegetable kabobs to burgers and sliced pineapple. Its generous cooking surface features a slight slope to keep ingredients in place, while raised ribs effectively drain away excess fat. The ergonomic dual assist handles ensure a safe and comfortable transfer from the cooktop to the table. Crafted from cast iron, this pan offers superior heat retention and even heating, promising to improve with every use. It is suitable for all cooktops and oven-safe up to 500°F.
$41.36
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
26
/ 638
#26 in Griddles & Grill Pans
Price vs Category Average
-56%
Below average
Material
Cast iron
/ Cast iron
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking professional-grade searing results
- Busy cooks wanting to start grilling immediately
- Chefs needing better control and easier stovetop handling
Who should skip it
- Casual cooks preferring low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe cookware
- People who dislike scrubbing stuck-on food from grill ridges
- Users with limited wrist strength or mobility issues
Performance breakdown
Heat Retention
Heavy cast iron maintains consistent temperatures for a perfect, deep sear.
Sear Quality
Raised ribs deliver professional-grade char marks on meats and vegetables alike.
Surface Versatility
Compatible with all cooktops, including induction and high-heat oven roasting.
Handling Ergonomics
Dual assist handles provide necessary leverage for moving this heavy pan.
Maintenance Effort
Requires manual cleaning and regular oiling to preserve the seasoned finish.
Fat Drainage
Deep channels effectively lift food away from rendered grease during cooking.
Key Specs
Material
Cast iron
Finish
Spatula-friendly, easy-release oil finish
Compatibility
Suitable for all cooktops
Oven-safe
Up to 500°F
Care
Hand wash, dry, and rub with cooking oil
Origin
Made in USA of Domestic and Imported Materials
Features
- Creates beautiful sear marks
- Raised ribs drain excess fat
- Ergonomic handles for safe transfer
- Improves with use
- Unparalleled heat retention and even heating
- Puts beautiful sear marks on food
- Sloped cooking surface keeps ingredients in place
- Improves with every use
- Even heating and superior heat retention
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this grill pan for its exceptional heat retention and durable construction. The square design provides ample surface area for searing meats and vegetables while creating professional grill marks. Users appreciate the pre seasoned finish which allows for immediate use and improves with every meal. Its sturdy handle offers a secure grip making it a reliable staple in any kitchen. This pan represents a perfect blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern utility for home cooks seeking restaurant quality results.
Know before you buy
Yes, this cast iron pan is compatible with all cooktops, including induction, gas, electric, and glass-top stoves.
It arrives pre-seasoned with an easy-release oil finish, so it is ready to use right out of the box. However, the seasoning will continue to improve and become more non-stick the more you use it.
To maintain the finish, hand wash the pan with warm water, dry it thoroughly immediately after cleaning, and rub a light layer of cooking oil over the surface before storing.
Yes, the pan is oven-safe up to 500°F, making it ideal for finishing steaks or roasting vegetables after searing them on the stovetop.
The raised ribs serve two purposes: they create professional-looking sear marks on your food and allow excess fat to drain away from your ingredients while they cook.
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