The Melting Pot Info
Amenities
Service options
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Delivery
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Drive-through
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Great cocktails
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Great dessert
Popular for
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Lunch
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Dinner
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Halal food
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Happy hour drinks
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Hard liquor
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Private dining room
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Small plates
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Vegetarian options
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Wine
Dining options
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Seating
Amenities
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Bar onsite
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Restroom
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Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
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Cozy
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Romantic
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Trendy
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Upscale
Crowd
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Groups
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Tourists
Planning
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Lunch reservations recommended
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
Payments
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
Parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Best KPortal Reviews
Took my 50th birthday trip here and it was told the food was fantastic. I was not lied to it was so very good and such a unique experience. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and gave us suggestions since this was our first time. She explained everything as she brought it and how to use the grill.
The food itself was amazing and the seasoning and marinades were delicious. 10 out of 10 for service and experience.
What a neat experience! We did the Complete Dinner for Two which consisted of a four-course meal. Everything from start to finish was delicious. The steaks were especially flavorful. The atmosphere is relaxed and our server Terri was phenomenal. Thanks for making my wife's birthday a success!
I was trying to set up an impromptu dinner date with my brother and his wife since they like going to the Melting Pot often and we go annually. My brother wanted to try the grill top and we wanted to take advantage of the traditional fondue. So I called the restaurant two times to ask several questions that came up amongst our group as we made plans to visit the Melting Pot in Appleton. My first call was to see if you were busy, our group thought there might be a wait to get in. The response to my call was currently (4:30pm - 5:00pm) no waiting, after 6 however there would be at least a half hour wait if not longer. Then I called back to ask if we could have a table that would accommodate both fondue and the griddle? The same person answered and said there would be no issue with this request as they would be able to accommodate both cooking styles.
When we arrived at 5:05pm we were greeted with how many, 4? Your reservations are under? I said we didn't have reservations but I did call ahead, I was cut off rudely with "we like for people to make reservations!" I reiterated I called ahead and spoke to... I was cut off again with someone saying "he did call and spoke to him twice". I started to say I wasn't aware that you had to... Then the breath taking rude comment was blurted out, as the hostess took out menus "remember next time to make sure you make reservations! We are busy and we are booked"
This set the tone for our entire evening the person that seated us seemed very short and dismissive. Our waitress seemed short and elusive, being difficult to find and taking their time with our requests for additional food items. They seemingly kept trying to move us along with the next course immediately as. Overall the four of do not live in town we have enjoyed the Melting Pot for the past decades.
Fixing this issue of miscommunication and rudeness could be easily coached in saying "if you are taking inquiring calls or informational calls ask if they would like to place a reservation?" A Hostess should never be flippant or rude they should always be pleasant, graceful and in control. They could say something similar to let me see if I have a spot open for you. Our observation was you appeared not booked , you were not busy, as stated the Hostess, you did not have any large parties come in, and our waitress was unbearably elusive, was this tone set from the hostess? These above behaviors are not becoming of an establishment that charges $106 for a meal, when there are so many other restaurants vying for our business.
Place has great food and very romantic. And if you want the best service ever then ask for Lindsey H. She was very knowledgeable on all the food and super attentive. Definitely one of the best servers I have ever had
My wife and I have been going to Melting Pot Restaurants for 20+ years. We are OG fonduers and we love having everything made table side. We have visited the Appleton, WI location a few times now and tonight outshined all other experiences. Natasha (Mgr) and Izzie (server) went above and beyond to make the night a literal “perfect night out.” We were celebrating our 25th Wedding Anniversary and they made it so incredibly special and definitely memorable. The Classic Alpine cheese was the best we’ve EVER had, the bigger night out was delish, and for dessert, we had flaming bourbon dark chocolate. OMG! So good!! Tonight’s experience is what fondue is meant to be… an “experience” to be savored slowly, engaging all the senses, and great conversation and laughs with your server. They made us feel like true royalty tonight, and we will be forever grateful to them for making our sliver anniversary so extra special. Thank you Natasha and Izzie for being so awesome!
Update: it’s been a little over a month since that incredible night and my wife and I were, once again, in Appleton for dinner and drinks at a brewery. We decided to go for chocolate fondue right before the restaurant closed. When we were seated, we were informed Izzie would be our server. We literally cheered!! It was just a quick visit but filled with smiles, laughs, conversation, and an absolutely decadent bourbon dark chocolate dessert. We even got all the extra side sweets. Honestly, if the bowl wasn’t hot, I would have licked it clean! Natasha also came over to say hello and we enjoyed a wonderful conversation with her before we left. It felt like a family reunion. I can’t speak highly enough about our recent experiences and those two beautiful souls.
How my wife and I have managed to dine at the Melting Pot for over 11 years now and have never left a Google Review I have no idea. It's been through a number of management changes (not owners...managers) over the years, menu changes, and even the restaurant itself got a makeover in 2022. While we've almost always done the Create Your Own entrée option, get the same drinks, the same cheese, and the same chocolate fondue on complete dining visits the Melting Pot is just as great to visit for getting any combination of the above. Pricey? Can be...depends on what you get and how much of it. Drinks are $$$ but are also inline with what a few other "high end" restaurants in the area charge. Melting Pot is all about the experience, in our opinion. Anniversaries, birthdays, just because...and even the Dip for a Cure events they host are really fantastic! If you've never been here, try it. If you've been here and didn't like it, consider giving them a second chance. And if you've kept coming here like us because you love it, then you've effectively found the perfect restaurant. We certainly did!
Give yourself plenty of time to eat here. We were here for about 2 hours and did the complete experience for two. It was very cozy, with a good atmosphere and great staff.
The food was great, and we both left extremely full.
If this is you go for the first time, know that you will be served raw meat that you cook yourself at the table (you choose how- in a pot of boiling bullion, on a cast iron pan, etc). I know others who have gone and were unaware and uncomfortable with this part of the dinner experience.
Although this place is more than we usually spend for a simple night out, it is something we really enjoyed and think that it is worth the price. It was more than just food but an experience, and as I said before, we were there for 2 hours.
Dinner for 2, both upgraded to steak ($6 each), 2 drinks ($14 each), plus a tip was approximately $190.
My first time. My wife has gone years ago. The food was exquisite! Service was exceptional! The young lady was very prompt and did very well for being newer! Other then the other customers louder conversations it was beyond amazing experience!! (Not that anything can be done with others conversations) but we definitely will return!!
Quick Facts About The Melting Pot
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 02:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 02:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 02:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
| Thursday | 02:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
| Friday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 02:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
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