Cook delicious meals with absolute ease and skillfully brown, sear, fry, or scramble food in this Vollrath N3809 Optio 9 1/2" stainless steel non-stick fry pan with aluminum-clad bottom.
Ideal for use in low to medium volume commercial kitchens, this item features gently sloped sides that are perfect for turning, flipping, and removing delicious vegetable medleys from your pan. It also offers a stainless steel construction for flavor neutrality and an aluminum-clad bottom for even heat distribution, ensuring that your food is thoroughly warmed and cooked. Plus, its PTFE non-stick coating supplies advanced release properties, while its riveted handle promotes increased longevity.
Induction Ready
This item is compatible for use in induction cooking.
Hand Wash Only
To preserve quality, this item should only be hand-washed and sanitized.
NSF Certified
This item is certified by NSF to applicable standards.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
"This is the last nonstick pan you will ever buy. I have found this line is a great way to get stainless steel at half the price and a good quality."
Featuring a dependable stainless steel construction, this pan will not pit, discolor, or carry any flavors, which means that your specialty dishes will always turn out tasting as they should. Additionally, its aluminum-clad bottom enables superior heat distribution and allows you to deliver a consistent product, enhancing food quality while keeping your customers wanting more!
PTFE Non-Stick Coating
While its aluminum-clad bottom allows for excellent heat transfer, its PTFE non-stick coating provides advanced release properties that'll promote healthier cooking by limiting the amount of oils and fats required to prepare your food. The coating ensures that food burns are far less likely to occur as well, making this item easier to clean than traditional natural finish fry pans.
Riveted Handle
This item's handle even comes riveted to the body of the pan at four separate points, which offers a sturdy, durable connection that won't come loose or break off over time. Plus, a large hanging hole at the end of the handle makes it easy to store.
Questions & Answers
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How can I best maintain the non-stick qualities of this item?
To prevent food from sticking to your non-stick surface, we recommend lightly coating it with oil and wiping off any excess with a soft cloth or napkin. Applying sprays on non-stick coatings can cause food to stick more readily than using a fat or oil. Sprays can leave a glue-like coating, often missed during the cleaning process, which will begin to build up and cause foods to stick. Additionally, metal utensils and abrasive cleaners should not be used with non-stick surfaces to prevent scratching and damaging the coated surface.
How is the top diameter measured in frying pans and woks, and how accurate is this measurement?
The top diameter is the measurement across the pan, from the interior of one side of the rim to the other. These measurements are approximate because many frying pans and woks have a curved upper rim, making precise measurement difficult. The standard naming convention uses top diameter, so while multiple brands may offer a 10" pan, there may be slight variations in size between each brand's 10" pan or wok.
What's the difference between a riveted and a welded handle?
A riveted handle is connected by small metal pieces (called rivets) that are crushed between the handle and the pan body to attach them together. This type of handle is more common on copper and aluminum cookware.
For a handle to be welded, the metal must first be melted and then adhered to the pan body. This creates a strong bond that leaves little to no space in between, so bacteria and other food crumbs can’t collect and cause sanitation issues. Both are long lasting solutions for fry and sauce pan handles because they are durable and can withstand heat.
RESIDENTIAL USERS: Vendor assumes no liability for parts or labor coverage for component failure or other damages resulting from installation in non-commercial or residential applications. Your warranty will be voided if installed in non-commercial or residential applications.
Customers appreciate this frying pan for its durable non-stick surface, even heating, and suitability for a variety of cooking tasks, especially eggs. It works well on different stovetops, including induction, and is easy to clean. The pan's size is perfect for small to medium cooking needs, and its quality at a reasonable price makes it a recommended buy.
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Customers appreciate this frying pan for its durable non-stick surface, even heating, and suitability for a variety of cooking tasks, especially eggs. It works well on different stovetops, including induction, and is easy to clean. The pan's size is perfect for small to medium cooking needs, and its quality at a reasonable price makes it a recommended buy.
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nonstick
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little
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coating
This AI-generated summary was created from real customer reviews
Customers appreciate this frying pan for its durable non-stick surface, even heating, and suitability for a variety of cooking tasks, especially eggs. It works well on different stovetops, including induction, and is easy to clean. The pan's size is perfect for small to medium cooking needs, and its quality at a reasonable price makes it a recommended buy.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
9 1/2"
I really love using this pan for cooking eggs - scrambled, omelets, or sunny side up. I already had a lid that fits perfectly to help me cook the sunny side up eggs. All I do is spread a little bit of oil on the pan and cook them. They slide ride off with a little bit of a shake. And cleanup is a breeze. Water pressure from the sink will pretty much get everything off. The handle gets a little hot near the pan itself, but at the end it stays cool. The handle is a slight oval shape, so it doesn't just completely roll in your hands. When it's time to get another pan, I plan to reorder this one. It holds heat very nicely with the thick aluminum clad bottom. Highly recommend!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
this is a really nice quality little frying pan .... perfect for 2 or 3 eggs ... the price is right ... can't go wrong ... now to find a lid for it somewhere
I use this on a gas cooktop so no issues with induction that have been mentioned in other reviews. The coating is holding up well and still looks new after a couple of dozen uses. I started out hand washing after the first few uses but now it goes in the dishwasher with everything else. No scratches to speak of so it seems better than the Cuisinarts and Calphalons I have.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
Great little frying Pan. Nothing sticks and it’s just the right size for those small frying tasks. I used it to make crepes and they turned out great.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
7"
bought this pan for cooking eggs, love the alum-clad bottom heats evenly and requires very little butter, just touch the stick to the pan for a second is all thats needed. very happy with the pan now what to get larger size for other foods.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
This non stick frying pan works excellent for us to saute up vegetables and meats for our omelets. it holds up for a long time and does a nice sear on the vegetables.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
I purchased this pan for home use. I have been using it for several years now. It has held up very well. I have hungry young adults and they have put this pan thru a workout and it held up very well.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
12 1/2"
We have had excellent luck with all the Optio products. We have an induction stove so we need solid, well made induction ready cookware at a good price. This is our second Optio non stick skillet, they get very heavy use so we do have to replace them occasionally. We got 3 years out of this one and happily bought another. Great product!
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
They work great on our induction burners and heat up fast as they should. As any aluminum pans, they get dirty and the heat will cake things on. They also use the non-stick coating so be sure to get rid of them when that starts to break down.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
7"
Never used this pan before but it has performed great. Have used this brand for years and have been very satisfied. Would recommend it. Great cooking pan.
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
These fry pans are ok. Like any nonstick pan the coating will come off over time and force you to buy new ones. If you have to have induction ready non stick pans these are pretty good for the price.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
I'm a home user with a ceramic cooktop that has warped several tri-ply pans. It just gets too hot. So I looked for some pans that were reasonably priced with a heavy bottom. These Vollrath Optio pans fit the bill nicely. I bought the 8", 11" and 12.5" pans and have used them all a lot in the last year and a half. I usually clean them as recommended, hitting them with water right after use followed by a paper towel, but other family members put them in the dishwasher and we haven't had a problem. Most importantly, there's been no warping.
Do not overheat them though! I did with my 11", preheating it to the point it was smoking. While the finish is still there, it is no longer very non-stick, so I'm buying a new one. Totally my fault. Read More
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
9 1/2"
The ollrarh 9 1/2” Non-Stick Fry Pan is sturdy and has an easy to grip handle. The Hand,e doesn’t great too hot and it is long lasting. This is great for commercial and residential use.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
This pan works very well. As you can see from the attached video, there is no problem with stickiness. We used them to make omelettes in a Foods class today. Convenient.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
This pan works great with the induction burner! They are sturdy and feel good in my hand. Perfect size for cooking eggs or any food in small portions on an interactive buffet line.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
9 1/2"
New house came with an induction cooktop, so my expensive non-stick pans are suddenly of no use! This one fits the bill perfectly. Works well with the induction top and the size is versatile enough to now keep only one non-stick pan on hand, plus my larger cast iron skillets.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
This is an all around fantastic buy. A durable, well made fry pan. Fits into even low budget kitchens. We have used Vollrath line of cookware for years.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
Great product created by Vollrath! Great size! Perfect Non-Stick Pan! Would highly recommend this product for anyone in the market. Will be purchasing all the sizes shortly.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
8"
Just as good as the ones I can find at stores or elsewhere online but cheaper at Webstaurant! Cheaper is a good thing! Great service too! Heavier weight than the ones at the store and cheaper!!! Great handles and we beat these puppies up all the time.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
9 1/2"
I find that I use this pan mostly for breakfasts. The non-stick surface works very well, I can make perfect egg omelettes on this pan with ease. Very good product.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
9 1/2"
Another great pan from Vollrath. This pan has a nice weight, a long handle that stays cool and a non stick interior. It heats quickly and evenly.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
My wife wanted a non stick high quality skillet to use on her induction cooktop. This is a very high quality frying pan and it works great.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
This pan is ideal for cooking any kind of egg. I have found this line is a great way to get stainless steel at half the price and a good quality.
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Size:
7"
The nonstick coating is solid, but the actual pan itself is a pain in the behind. Intermittently, the induction burner will refuse to recognise the pan. I think it's because the bottom isn't 100% stainless steel, meaning that sometimes it can be frustrating to get contact on your burner to the pan. This isn't just one burner that I've tried this on. We own about seven portable induction burners that I've tried these pans on, all to no avail. It just decides some days to work fine, and other days to futz out on you.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Size:
7"
Great pan for making eggs in. I worked an omelet station with these pans and it was the smoothest one yet. No omelets were getting stuck, they were perfect!!
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Size:
11"
The sides are fairly thin, but the base is nice and heavy. It seems like a pretty good pan for the money. Waiting to see how the coating holds up.