Lodge Cast Iron Square 11" Griddle

If you don’t already own this cast iron griddle, you are seriously missing out. This has quickly become one of my most-used pans in the kitchen—and for good reason. The flat, square surface gives you plenty of space to work with. I’m talking pancakes, grilled cheese, French toast, quesadillas, seared salmon, smash burgers—you name it, this griddle handles it all like a pro! And those raised edges? Perfect for keeping grease or toppings from sliding off. Heat retention? PHENOMENAL! Once it gets hot, it STAYs hot—and cooks evenly, which means beautifully golden crusts and sears every single time. It’s heavy-duty, durable, and honestly feels like something I’ll pass down one day. That’s how solid it is. And because it’s Lodge, it comes pre-seasoned and ready to go (But I suggest washing and oiling and baking it. I’ll give instructions at the end if you’re interested.). The more I use it, the better it gets. I LOVE that old-school cast iron magic. Oh—and it looks great on my stove! It’s rustic, classic, and seriously chef vibes. 10 out of 10, I definitely recommend to anyone who loves to cook with style, soul, and serious performance.PRO TIP:: Give it a little extra oiling and bake it a few times when you first get it though (if interested, I’ll tell you how below) — you’ll fall in love with the results.Use an oil with a high smoke point and that forms a good layer of seasoning, like canola oil, Crisco (vegetable shortening), or grapeseed oil. I’ve used vegetable oil too. Avocado oil, I think can be used too, but don’t quote me on that particular one as I’ve never used it. But if I take a guess, I THINK it can be.But the FIRST thing you do even before oiling it and baking it is wash it thoroughly as soon as you get it with a teeny-tiny bit of soap and hot water, EVEN IF IT SAYS IT IS PRESEASONED! But ONLY DO THIS ONCE! After this first wash, you won’t have to use soap ever again! This is to remove any of the factory residue. But you are then to dry the pan completely.Then with a think layer of oil (I pour a bit on the pan and then take a paper towel and wipe it completely with oil in all of the nooks and crannies inside and out and the handle with an even coat of whatever oil you choose to use.Place it upside down on your top oven rack and put a baking sheet (or if you want to line the bottom rack with foil you can do that instead of the baking sheet) on the bottom rack to catch the excess oil that drips off the pan.Bake this @ 450 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour. Then turn the oven off and let it cool completely inside the oven to allow the oil to set.Now, for a smoother, non-stick finish, it’s BEST to repeat this process 2 or 3 times, BUT you don’t have to. I like to though, but who knows…maybe it’s because I’m extra.Then, BOOM! Your brand new cast iron is ready to make some magic happen!! Enjoy!!

You really can’t go wrong with Lodge. This cast iron griddle is solid, reliable, and does exactly what you need it to do. It heats evenly and holds that heat incredibly well, making it perfect for pancakes, grilled sandwiches, or searing meats.Even though it comes “pre-seasoned,” I highly recommend giving it a proper seasoning yourself before the first use. That extra step makes a big difference in preventing food from sticking and helps build up a better nonstick surface over time.Also, if you plan on using this on the stovetop often, I strongly suggest picking up the Lodge silicone handle grip. The handle gets really hot, and the grip makes it way easier (and safer) to move around.Great product, built to last—as long as you treat it right.

I wanted a griddle that would work on my glass top stove. The cheaper models start to bow in the middle after a while. I always wanted a cast-iron one, but unless it sits flat, it doesn't work. This one checks all the boxes. It's a good size, too. I can cook 4 burgers or 4 eggs at a time. I'm so glad to get to use cast iron again.

Great cast iron pan. Plan on having this forever. Top quality no dings or scratches. Not sticky, heat distribution is great. Pretty thick it'll take a beating. A very flat pan 11 in by 11 in. You can either buy a cheap one that's going to last you maybe a year or you can buy a quality one that will last your lifetime. I recommend you buy one ASAP.

Sadly, Food sticks, and cleaning isn't easy, along with inconsistent heating. Returned, For those significant reasons.

La super recomiendo para hacer todas las preparaciones que quieran a la placha, me encanto.

Perfect size and weight! I have arthritis and the heavier skillets have unfortunately become unmanageable. This still allows me to use cast iron for some of my cooking. Fantastic for baking biscuits, too.

Exactly what you expect out of lodge!