Cooking Essentials for Fire Pit

Your cooking grate should match the diameter of your fire pit bowl. If you have a 36" fire pit, you need a 36" cooking grate. Check the product listing for size options and confirm the fit with your specific pit model.

Yes. Carbon steel is a food-safe material used widely in professional cookware. It handles high heat, develops a natural non-stick seasoning over time, and does not contain coatings that could flake or off-gas at high temperatures.

After cleaning, apply a thin layer of neutral oil (like flaxseed, canola, or vegetable oil) to the surface and heat until the oil polymerizes. Repeat a few times to build a seasoning layer. With regular use, carbon steel tools improve over time.

You can use any grate that fits the bowl opening, but a grate sized specifically for your fire pit will sit more securely and cook more evenly. Our grates are designed to fit properly in S&S bowls without shifting during use.

Essentially anything. Steaks, burgers, fish, vegetables, skewers — wood fire adds a flavor that gas simply can't match. With the right grate and tools, a fire pit becomes a fully functional outdoor kitchen.

While still warm, scrape off any food residue. Rinse with hot water and dry immediately and completely — never let carbon steel air dry, as moisture will cause surface rust. Apply a light coat of oil before storing.