There’s a reason we call it the Social Griddle. It’s the world’s first outdoor social griddle with a lid that fully disappears, giving you a true 360-degree cooking experience. Flip pancakes, sear smash burgers, or run a full fajita bar while still being part of the conversation. No hunching over a closed hood, no missing the punchline.
And now, the best part: you get to choose how the Rockwell Social Griddle shows up in your outdoor space — built-in or freestanding.
Built-In Griddle: Seamless Outdoor Kitchen Integration
If you’re building (or upgrading) a luxury outdoor kitchen, the built-in Rockwell Social Griddle slots in seamlessly in 42″ or 48″ sizes. Two patented Crossflame® burners pumping out 16,000 BTUs each, a 446-square-inch (42″) or 546 square-inch (48″) cooking surface, and an easy pull-out tray that makes grease cleanup easy. No power needed to light it — just push, click, cook. It’s built to disappear into your kitchen the same way that lid disappears into the griddle.
Freestanding Griddle: A Statement Piece for Any Backyard
Don’t have a built-in kitchen — or just want a showstopper? The Signature Rockwell is a 60″ freestanding griddle designed in collaboration with architect David Rockwell, and it looks the part. Think marine-grade aluminum, a handcrafted sapele wood base, and an exclusive Crimson finish inspired by a summer picnic table. Roll it into place on locking casters, or set it permanently with levelers. It’s less “appliance” and more “furniture that happens to cook a mean smash burger” — with a 546-square-inch surface and a side ledge for prep or plating.
What Every Rockwell Social Griddle Has in Common
Both the built-in and freestanding versions share the same DNA: 300-series stainless steel griddle plates, reliable piezo ignition that doesn’t require electricity, and a patent-pending heat baffle for even, hotspot-free heat distribution that makes outdoor cooking enjoyable instead of stressful. Every model can be customized in True Caliber’s full finish and hardware palette, so it matches the rest of your outdoor kitchen — or, in the case of the Signature Rockwell, makes its own statement entirely.
Pair it with True Residential undercounter refrigerator drawers to keep prepped ingredients within arm’s reach, or add a beverage center to keep drinks cold and guests circling the griddle instead of running back inside — either way, it completes the ultimate outdoor kitchen package.
Built-in or freestanding. However you entertain, there’s a Rockwell Social Griddle built for it.
Ready to see it in person? Find a dealer or start customizing yours at true-caliber.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a social griddle?
A social griddle is an outdoor flat griddle surface designed to be “social” so the cook can face guests instead of a hood. The Rockwell Social Griddle takes this further with a lid that fully disappears, opening up a 360-degree view for cooking and entertaining at the same time.
What’s the difference between the built-in and freestanding Rockwell Social Griddle?
The built-in versions (42″ and 48″) are designed to install directly into an outdoor kitchen island for a seamless, integrated look. The freestanding version — the 60″ Signature Rockwell — is a standalone piece on a handcrafted wood base, available on locking casters or levelers, built to be a centerpiece rather than tucked into cabinetry.
What sizes does the Rockwell Social Griddle come in?
Three sizes: 42″ (446 sq. in. cooking surface), 48″ (546 sq. in. cooking surface), and the 60″ freestanding Signature Rockwell (546 sq. in. cooking surface).
Does the griddle run on natural gas or propane?
Both. The built-in 42″ and 48″ models run on natural gas or liquid propane, with a bulk LP kit available. The freestanding Signature Rockwell is available in liquid propane, with natural gas and bulk LP available for permanent installations (meaning no casters).
Does the griddle need electricity to light?
No. Every Rockwell Social Griddle uses an integrated piezo ignition system, so no external power is required to start cooking.
What is the patent-pending heat baffle?
It’s a component built into the griddle itself, found just beneath the griddle cooking surface. Think of it as the griddle’s version of the radiants you’d find in a traditional grill: it takes the direct flame from the burners and spreads that heat evenly across the entire surface. The result is consistent cooking temperature edge to edge — no scorching hotspots, no cold corners where your food cooks slower.
Can I customize the finish?
Yes. The built-in models are available in True Caliber’s full custom finish and hardware palette. The freestanding Signature Rockwell is not available as “stainless”, with its standard finish being the legacy Crimson finish, in addition to the full custom palette.
What’s the warranty on the Rockwell Social Griddle?
One year full coverage on parts and labor, plus a three-year warranty on the grill system parts. (Note: the sapele wood base on the freestanding Signature Rockwell is not covered under warranty.)
