Season it once, and your Daytona™ Pro is ready for every cook ahead.

Now that you’ve brought your Daytona™ Pro home from Sam’s Club, got it out of the box, and assembled it, it’s time to season your new flat top griddle.

Our highest-performing griddle yet is finished with a NitroGuard™ hot-rolled steel top that resists wear and seasons quickly.

Let’s get you started.

Q1: What is the Daytona™ Pro griddle, and where can I get one?

The Daytona™ Pro is the next generation of Daytona™ flat tops, with five burners and 45,000 BTUs of total cooking power. This premium griddle features a 35.9” x 22” NitroGuard™ cooking surface that can cook up to 38 burgers at once, evenly distributing heat across all five burners for bold sears, crispy edges, and restaurant-style results.

This workhorse is a Sam’s Club exclusive, built for big flavor and big gatherings. Once you’ve got it seasoned, you’ll be ready to fire up for seasons to come.

Q2: Why does my new griddle need to be seasoned before I cook on it?

The Daytona™ Pro is engineered with a NitroGuard™ cooking surface to stand up to rust and corrosion. A proper seasoning layer builds on that strength, improving non-stick performance and long-term durability.

Q3: What do I need to season my Daytona™ Pro griddle?

All you need is:

• Heat
• Paper towels
• Tongs
  

And the right oil or conditioner.

We recommend the Daytona™ Premium Griddle Cast Iron Seasoning Conditioner. It’s purpose-made for Daytona™ griddles, and since your NitroGuard™ cook top won’t need seasoning as often, it’ll last you a long time.

Q4: How do I season my Daytona™ Pro, step by step?

Seasoning your griddle is a simple, straightforward process. Here’s how:

• Preheat your griddle.
• Using paper towels and tongs, apply a thin layer of conditioner.
• Let it smoke off.
• Repeat.

You’ll want to do this a few times until you’ve built a smooth, shiny surface.

Q5: How many coats of seasoning does it need?

We recommend 2–3 thin coats of our Seasoning Conditioner. And we do mean thin.

Go too heavy and it gets sticky, uneven, and prone to flaking. Keep your layers thin so they smoke off clean and build a strong, smooth cooking surface.

Q6: What's the best oil or conditioner to use on a griddle surface?

It’s best to use a purpose-made conditioner instead of a standard cooking oil, which can leave behind residue that affects performance.

The Daytona™ Premium Griddle & Cast Iron Seasoning Conditioner is designed to bond to steel and cast iron, forming a durable, protective layer that gets better with every cook.

Q7: How do I clean my griddle after cooking without ruining the seasoning?

A scraper and warm water will do the trick. Dry completely with a microfiber cloth, no soap necessary.

Finish with a light re-condition, and your griddle will be ready for the next cook.

Q8: How often do I need to re-season my Daytona™ Pro?

Your Daytona™ Pro is built to hold up, but like any griddle, exposure to moisture over time can lead to the occasional rust spot.

Easy fix: a quick re-season with the Daytona™ Premium Griddle & Cast Iron Seasoning Conditioner will get your surface back in shape.

Q9: What are common seasoning mistakes to avoid?

It’s foolproof, but there are some griddle seasoning mistakes that’ll shorten your coating’s lifespan.

• Too much conditioner. Thick layers are harder to smoke off.
• Uneven heat. Preheat your griddle fully and keep it hot.
• Skipping layers. One thick coat isn’t enough.
• Using soap. It breaks down your seasoning.

Q10: Can I use my Daytona™ Pro right after the first seasoning?

Definitely. Once that last layer’s smoked off, your Daytona™ Pro is ready to go.

And if you’re looking to break it in, you can fit up to 38 burgers on this one. Here’s a great place to start (Smoked Smash Burgers).

Built to hold up. Ready for every cook.

The Daytona™ Pro’s NitroGuard™ cooking surface is designed to resist wear and stay ready for whatever’s next.

Once you get that first season right, your protective layer will carry you through cookout after cookout.

Check out the Nexgrill Daytona™ Pro 5-Burner NitroGuard™ Gas Griddle at Sam’s Club, and grab the Daytona™ Premium Griddle & Cast Iron Seasoning Conditioner to keep it dialed in.