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The 20 Best Memorial Day Sales on Cookware

Save big on our favorite skillets, pots, pans, and more.

Memorial Day weekend is here, and with it comes barbecues, beach days, and the unofficial start of summer. While we’re excited about all of those things, we’re also pumped about the awesome Memorial Day sales on cookware. We found deep price cuts on some of our favorite tested-and-true pieces, including our favorite Dutch oven from Le Creuset, a durable Lodge cast iron skillet, and an All-Clad roasting rack, from $10.

  • An Unbeatable Dutch Oven: Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven
  • A Dual-Handled Cast Iron Skillet: Lodge 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Dual Handles
  • One of Our Favorite Nonstick Skillets: Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Non-Stick Frying Pan
  • The Best Wok: Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok
  • A Great Budget Stainless Steel Skillet: Tramontina Seattle Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel 12-Inch Large Frying Pan
  • The Best High-Heat Nonstick Skillet: Cuisinart 622-24 Chef’s Classic 10-Inch Nonstick Hard Anodized
  • A Versatile Saucepan: Zwilling Spirit Tri-Ply 4-Quart Stainless Steel Saucepan
  • Our Favorite Budget-Friendly Dutch Oven: Lodge 4.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
  • A Set of the Best, Most Versatile Ramekins: Dowan Ramekin Set 

  • Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven

    Le Creuset Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5 qt $420 $307 at Amazon

    We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: This is truly the best, most durable Dutch oven out there. Not only did it ace our tests, searing pork shoulder and braising it into silky ribbons, but it’s stayed pristine throughout long-term testing (i.e., frequent use). Grab the Dutch oven that’ll last a lifetime while it’s on sale for more than $100 off.

    We Tested 18 Dutch Ovens to Find the Best Ones for Stews, Braises, and Loads More le creuset dutch oven on a stovetop


  • Lodge 12-Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Dual Handles

    Amazon Lodge L10SKL Cast Iron Pan, 12" $44 $25 at Amazon

    Cast iron skillets are heavy; lifting them by their single handle can be a wrist workout. Enter the dual-handled cast iron skillet from Lodge, a friend to all those with delicate wrists. The dual handles are wide enough to ensure a good grasp, even with oven mitts or kitchen towels, and the sturdy cast iron is tough and retains heat well, making it great for searing and frying. We see a summer picnic with a basket of crunchy fried chicken in your future. 

    Find a Cast Iron Skillet Difficult to Lift? Try This Two-Handled One from Lodge holding the lodge with two kitchen towels


  • Tramontina Professional Fusion 10-Inch Nonstick Frying Pan

    Tramontina PRO Fusion 10-Inch Aluminum Nonstick Fry Pan $60 $40 at Amazon

    This already affordable nonstick skillet is on sale for Memorial Day weekend—an extra great value. Its even heat distribution helped it ace our tests: Fried eggs released easily, and omelets emerged fluffy and butter yellow. The silicone sleeve that covers the handle is a nice touch, literally. 

    We Spent Weeks Testing 14 Nonstick Skillets and Still Don’t Think You Should Spend a Ton on One The Tramontina 10-Inch Professional Aluminum Nonstick Restaurant Fry Pan on a stovetop.


  • Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok

    Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok Pan $65 $60 at Amazon

    With a durable carbon steel body and an elegant wooden handle, the Yosukata wok is easy to use and heats up fast. In our tests, it produced glossy, not greasy, fried rice with a subtle crunch to it, and it released fried eggs easily. The flat bottom makes it compatible with most stovetops, including induction. It’s on sale for Memorial Day weekend–just don’t forget to clip the coupon! 

    To Find the Best Woks for Stir Frying and More, We Smoked up Our Kitchen Hand holding the Yosukata Carbon Steel Wok Pan over a gas stove


  • Made In Stainless Clad Frying Pan

    Made In Cookware - 12-Inch Stainless Steel Frying Pan $139 $120 at Made In Cookware

    This stainless steel skillet has been at the top of our review for years, and it’s stayed there even after frequent re-testing. It heats up quickly and evenly, and the rounded, offset handle makes it comfortable to hold and move. Made In rarely has sales, so get our favorite skillet while it’s on a rare discount. 

    We Tested 27 Stainless Steel Skillets—4 Were Sear-iously Good A person flips a piece of salmon in the Made In 12-Inch Stainless Steel Skillet


  • Cuisinart 622-24 Chef's Classic 10-Inch Nonstick Hard Anodized Skillet

    Cuisinart 622-24 Chef’s Classic Nonstick Skillet $50 $40 at Amazon

    We don’t recommend placing a nonstick skillet over high heat. However, the hard-anodized coating on this skillet from Cuisinart makes it A-OK to do so. It’s even oven-safe to 500°F, which is ideal for sear-and-bake applications. This versatile skillet is 20% off for Memorial Day weekend. 

    We Spent Weeks Testing 14 Nonstick Skillets and Still Don’t Think You Should Spend a Ton on One The Cuisinart 622-24 Chef’s Classic Nonstick Skillet on a stovetop.


  • Tramontina Seattle Tri-Ply Clad Stainless Steel 12-Inch Large Frying Pan

    Tramontina 12-Inch Stainless Steel Skillet $70 $35 at Amazon

    When our budget-pick stainless steel skillet is half off, we really think it’s a great time to buy. Its gently sloping sides ensured proper browning in our tests, and the balanced handle made it easy to toss vegetables and move around the stovetop.

    A person cooks using the Tramontina 12-Inch Stainless Steel Skillet


  • Lodge 4.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

    Amazon Lodge 4.5 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven $116 $70 at Amazon

    While cheaper Dutch ovens often have less durable enamel, we did like this budget option from Lodge. It seared pork shoulder well and braised it until fall-apart tender. The 4.5-quart size is only $70 for the holiday. 

    lodge dutch oven on the stove


  • Zwilling Spirit Tri-Ply 4-Quart Stainless Steel Saucepan

    Zwilling Spirit 3-ply Stainless Steel 4-Quart Saucepan $120 $95 at Amazon

    A saucepan is endlessly versatile: It’s just as adept at cooking up pommes puree as making boxed mac and cheese. And this one from Zwilling can do both—and more!—without scorching or warping. The glass lid is a nice touch, letting you see what’s going on in the depths of the pot. This solid saucepan is under $100 for a limited time. 

    I Tested 11 Saucepans to Find the Best Ones for Simmering, Boiling, and More The Zwilling saucepan and its lid on a marble countertop.


  • Dowan Ramekin Set

    DOWAN 4 oz Ramekins - Ramekins for Creme Brulee Porcelain Ramekins Oven Safe, Classic Style Ramekins for Baking Souffle Ramekins Bowls, Set of 6, White $16 $12 at Amazon

    Ramekins are nifty little containers that are excellent for making custards and other desserts and double nicely as snack bowls. We love this classic set from Dowan, which produced fluffy soufflé and evenly baked eggs en cocotte in our tests. They’re now discounted to $12 for a set of six, which breaks down to $2 per ramekin, a steal. 

    I Tested 10 Ramekins to Find the Best Ones for Soufflés, Custards, and More dowan ramekins with currants


  • Emile Henry 9-Inch Pie Dish

    Emile Henry Modern Classics 9-Inch Pie Dish $50 $34 at Amazon

    Summer is pie time, be it peach, coconut cream, or a shiny glazed fresh fruit custard pie. And one of the secrets to a great pie is the pie dish. It provides structure and helps the crust brown. We liked this ceramic option from Emile Henry, which produced golden crusts and pretty, frilly edges. Grab it for 33% off, and get baking! 

    To Find the 3 Best Pie Pans, I Baked Dozens of Pie Crusts (and Whole Pies) emily henry pie pan


  • Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Braiser

    An orange Le Creuset braiser $368 $340 at Amazon

    A braiser is like a shallow Dutch oven, and its squat form makes it adept at reducing liquids and keeping foods submerged. We’re big fans of Le Creuset’s enameled products, and their braiser is no exception. It aced our tests, getting a nice brown crust on meatballs and braising pork cheeks until melt-apart tender. It’s durable as heck, too.

    We Tested 8 Braisers—Here Are the Best Models for Braises, Shallow Frying, and More Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Braiser, 3.5-quart


  • All-Clad D3 Stainless-Steel Flared Roasting Pan with Rack

    Williams Sonoma All-Clad Stainless-Steel Flared Roasting Pan $365 $300 at Williams Sonoma

    While roasting may not be top of mind in the summer months, buy our favorite roasting pan (at a discount, no less) and you’ll have a head start on fall and winter. Our winning pick from All-Clad combines the brand’s renowned durability with excellent searing and a Goldilocks capacity. In our tests, spuds and chicken emerged gorgeous and golden brown. And who says you can’t have roast chicken in the summer anyway? 

    To Find the Best Roasting Pans, I Roasted 8 Chickens and 20 Pounds of Potatoes All-Clad Stainless Steel Flared Roasting Pan


  • Presto 07073 XL Tilt-N-fold Electric Griddle, Black

    Presto Electric Tilt-N-Fold Griddle $70 $60 at Amazon

    Forget summer barbecues—summer brunch is what your friends really want. Ply them with pancakes, bacon, and fried eggs all cooked on this handy, spacious electric griddle that’s marked down for Memorial Day weekend. 

    We Tested 11 Electric Griddles—4 Made Perfectly Cooked Pancakes and Crispy Bacon presto tilt and fold griddle on a countertop


  • Heritage Steel 6-Quart Rondeau with Lid

    Amazon Heritage Steel 6 Quart Rondeau with Lid $299 $250 at Amazon

    A rondeau is a versatile pan that should be better known than it is. It has the wide surface area of a skillet with the 90-degree walls of a sauté pan, plus two handles for easy moving. We grab it for shallow frying and searing, but it’s also built to braise, thanks to its shallow construction. This gorgeous model from Heritage Steel is currently $50 off and worth considering. It’s incredibly responsive and durable, and in our tests, it deeply seared chicken thighs and caramelized cabbage. 

    ​​Chefs Swear by Rondeaus—I Tested Nine of Them to Find 5 for Braising, Searing, and Stewing Heritage Steel Rondeau on a gray surface


  • OXO Obsidian 10-Inch Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel Frying Pan

    OXO obsidian 10-inch carbon steel skillet $60 $54 at Amazon

    We love carbon steel skillets: They’re lightweight, heat up quickly, and get deep sears on foods. This skillet from OXO is one of our affordable top picks, and it’s discounted for Memorial Day weekend. 

    We Tested 15 Carbon Steel Pans to Find Ones That Could Sear as Well as Cast Iron a crepe in the oxo pan


  • Lodge LDP3 Cast Iron Rectangular Reversible Grill/Griddle

    Amazon Lodge LDP3 Cast Iron Rectangular Reversible Grill/Griddle $60 $35 at Amazon

    This reversible grill and griddle lets you get a deep sear on meats and vegetables right on your stove. You can also use it to flip more than two pancakes at a time, making you the breakfast champion. It’s durable enough to place on a grill or even over a fire pit if you want to get creative with campfire cooking. Grab the dual-use piece for nearly half off. 

    Your Kitchen Is Missing This Fantastic Lodge Cast Iron Griddle That Doubles as a Grill Lodge Reversible griddle with a grilled cheese on top with slightly toasted bread


  • Staub Cast Iron 12-inch Square Grill Pan

    Staub Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan $220 $150 at Amazon

    Don’t have a backyard but still crave the thrill of the grill? Enter the grill pan, an indoor cook’s hack to get grill marks. This Staub grill pan, which is one of our winners, imparted deep, caramelized grill marks on chicken breasts and zucchini slices, and also made a gorgeously golden grilled cheese. The 32% discount makes it that much more worth it. 

    We Tested 10 Grill Pans—Our 5 Favorites Got Top Marks Grilled zucchini in the Staub Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan


  • Crock-Pot Crock Pot Artisan Enameled Cast Iron Braiser

    Crock Pot Artisan Enameled Cast Iron Braiser $100 $56 at Amazon

    This Cuisinart braiser was our budget pick in our review, searing and stewing stupendously. It’s nearly half off for Memorial Day weekend, so while braising might not be top of mind in the summer, maybe it should be. 

    We Tested 8 Braisers—Here Are the Best Models for Braises, Shallow Frying, and More Crock Pot Artisan Enameled Cast Iron Braiser


  • Lodge 5-Quart Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Double Dutch Oven

    Lodge 5 Quart Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Double Dutch Oven with Lid $76 $50 at Amazon

    An uncoated Dutch oven is a fantastic vessel for baking bread (just look at the photo below, and tell me you’re not convinced). It captures steam, creating that beloved crusty crust and making your boules the talk of the town. Grab one of our favorites from Lodge for 34% off, and don’t forget to feed your sourdough starter. 

    I Reviewed 3 Cast Iron Bread Ovens and Recommend All of Them A round bread loaf in a parchment paper sling sitting in the shallow base of a cast iron combo cooker

FAQs

When is Memorial Day weekend 2025? 

Memorial Day is Monday, May 26, and the weekend is May 24 and 25. 

Where can you find the best Memorial Day cookware sales?

Amazon has some great Memorial Day sales on cookware, as do other kitchen retailers like Williams Sonoma and Made In.

Why We’re the Experts

  • Grace Kelly is a senior editor at Serious Eats. She has tested tons of cookware, including Dutch ovens and rondeaus. 
  • We test loads and loads of kitchen gear every year—rigorously! So we know what’s a good deal and worth buying when it’s on sale. 
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