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5-Ply Stainless Frying Pan

★★★★★4.9 112 reviews
Regular price$149

Sear evenly and turn browned bits into pan sauces with uncoated five-ply stainless steel.

  • Golden sears and flavorful sauces
  • Even heating across the pan
  • No coating to wear
Size: 11-inch

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Size 8-inch   9.5-inch   11-inch Selected
Best forEggs, sides & small portionsEveryday cookingLarger portions & family cooking
MealsFor oneMeals for 2–3Meals for 3–4
Price$129$139$149
Weight2.1 lbs2.8 lbs3.7 lbs
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2-Pc Set
8″ + 11″
3-Pc Set
8″ + 9.5″ + 11″

Pan diameters shown to relative scale. Meal sizes are a guide and vary by recipe. Full dimensions are in Specifications & dimensions.

Ideal for family meals for 3–4

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Matching glass lid

11-inch · Added automatically

$45FREE
Offer details

1 lid per pan · Up to 2 per order. Sets excluded. Cannot combine with other offers. While supplies last.

Est. delivery 2–5 business days
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Lab test results

5-Ply Stainless Frying Pan

No PFAS, PTFE or PFOA coating

Uncoated 18/10 stainless steel. No nonstick coating.

Independent lab: TÜV Rheinland

Stainless-steel assessmentTested stainless-steel lids & rims
Passed
Lead & cadmium releaseTested glass lids
Passed
Test details & reports

Results apply to the tested samples and components, not every material in the finished product.

Food-contact testingTÜV Rheinland · 304132723a 002Report details

Maestro range report 304132723a 002, issued 12 Dec 2025. The stainless-steel assessment tests lid and rim materials; the lead and cadmium release test covers glass lids. These results do not claim that the entire pan contains no metals.
Overhead view of three Alva Maestro 5-ply stainless steel frying pans, one with browned chicken, on a marble counter

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Uncoated 18/10 stainless steel, fully clad 5-ply construction

Five bonded layers spread heat through the base and sides. Uncoated stainless steel builds the browned bits that become a flavorful sauce.

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Product details
Cooking surfaceUncoated stainless steel; not nonstick
Body5-ply 18/10 stainless steel
StovetopsGas, electric and induction.
Oven useOven safe up to 500°F / 260°C.

Size & weight

8-inch Pan15.5″ L × 8.6″ W × 2.6″ H · 2.1 lb
9.5-inch Pan17.1″ L × 10.16″ W × 2.7″ H · 2.8 lb
11-inch Pan21.1″ L × 11.7″ W × 2.8″ H · 3.7 lb
Cooking & care
Cooking tipsLow to medium heat. Preheat gradually.
Prevent stickingPreheat, add oil, then let food release before turning.
UtensilsMetal, wood or silicone.
CleaningDishwasher safe; hand wash for lasting shine. Let cool before washing.
Hot handlesHandles can get hot. Use oven mitts.

Full stainless steel care guide

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Alva Maestro 5-ply stainless steel 5-piece set: frying pan, sauté pan with glass lid, saucepan with lid
5-Ply Stainless Cookware Set, 5-Piece
$399$447 Save $48
Maestro 11-inch 5-Ply Stainless Frying Pan
11-inch · Sale price$149 · Free shipping $99+ (contiguous U.S.)
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Made for better cooking

Golden sears. Richer pan sauces.

Steak searing in an Alva Maestro 5-ply stainless steel frying pan over a gas flame

Five bonded layers spread heat through the base and sides. Uncoated stainless steel builds the browned bits that become a flavorful sauce.

Care & cleaning

A little care. More good cooking.

Four habits for stainless steel.

Oven useOven safe up to 500°F / 260°C.

  1. Preheat gradually

    Low to medium heat is usually enough.

  2. Add oil after preheating

    Let food release naturally before turning.

  3. Utensils

    Metal utensils are welcome.

  4. Cleaning

    Dishwasher safe; hand wash for lasting shine.

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Construction5-ply stainless steel 5-ply + ceramic nonstick Carbon steel
Best forSearing & pan sauces Eggs, fish & everyday meals Searing & stir-fries
Oven useUp to 500°F / 260°C Up to 400°F / 205°C Up to 500°F / 260°C
CareHand wash recommended Hand wash · soft utensils Hand wash · dry & oil
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Everything you’re wondering

What is this cookware best for?
Ideal for serious searing, crisping fish skin, browning vegetables and making pan sauces. Uncoated stainless steel is built for versatile everyday cooking.
Why choose uncoated 5-ply stainless steel?
Its fully clad 5-ply construction distributes heat across the cooking surface for browning and control. There is no synthetic nonstick coating to wear away, and no PFAS, PTFE or PFOA coating is added.
Does it work on induction, and is it oven safe?
Yes. This cookware works on gas, electric and induction cooktops and is oven safe up to 500°F. Check the temperature rating of any accessory used with it.
Will food stick to stainless steel?
Only when the pan is cold. Preheat on medium for two to three minutes, flick in a drop of water, and when it beads and rolls across the surface, add oil and then the food. Let proteins sit until they release on their own before you turn them; if it pulls, it is not ready. Most people have the rhythm within a week, and the reward is a sear and a pan sauce no coated pan can match, with no coating to wear out.

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