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The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc

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8320 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc
Local(480) 607-1799
Fax(480) 607-1053

8320 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

http://www.meltingpot.com

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The Open View

For three star French, try The Melting Pot in Scottsdale. This place is moderately priced. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find an elegant atmosphere. This place features fine wines. This restaurant is handicap accessible and good for groups.

Expert Reviews of The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc

Citysearch | It's hip to dip at this cozy fondue-lover's paradise.

Booths equipped with tabletop fondue pots are clustered together inside the intimate dining room. Start with a cheese fondue, including an assortment of breads, veggies and fruits for dipping. Entrees include...
citysearch.com - expert review - 11/14/2007
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User Reviews of The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc

Get Cookin'

I loved the food. The chocolate made my night. But the bill made me cry. My soon to be wife and I went and ordered an entire meal - Cheese sauce, meats and dessert. After tip and no alcohol, the t
kudzu.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Last night I went to The Melting Pot with three girlfriends for a special "Girls' Night Out" event that they marketed. There was a set menu, and the price was $29 per person with a few options for $5…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Krystle B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Dessert is my absolute favorite and I'd have it first every time if I weren't with people who like to do things "the normal way". If you are gonna do the Melting Pot, do it right! Go all out and…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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Gotta Go

Fun place and very different. Lots of fondue from the beginning to the end. Especially the dipping into chocolate for dessert. Expensive.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Best Restaurant Experience of my life!!!!

The MeltingPot in Scottsdale Arizona is the best restaurant I have ever had the pleasure to dine in. The food amazing, the concept fun and creative, and the service is unbelievable. When we arrived in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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Best Fondue Experience

I am taking my husband, as a surprise, to the Scottsdale, AZ location to celebrate Valentine's Day. This is our first time going to Scottsdale since they relocated. They are, by far, the most wonderful and...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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Lousy service!!!!!! It just isn't worth it. A real mix of Jethro Bodine crossed with Margaret Drysdale

Lousy service!!!!!! Ruined anniversary dinner. Be careful of possible marketing agency writers that may be giving this 4 and 5 stars and the usual BS about how great it is (had family in the biz. know how it...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2007
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Differant food

great food, nice romantic atmosphere!!
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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The Date Place

My wife and I have been married 4 years now and have gone to the melting pot every year for out anniversary. It's very romantic and the food is of the best quality. Even the drinks are top notch. I be
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Never knew fondue was so much fun!!!

Went here with my girlfriend for Valentines Day. Talk about a good time! Everything from the fruit dipping opener to the "Yin and Yang" white/dark chocolate finale was sublime. Would highly recomme
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pricey, but fun and delicious. How can you go wrong with a bowl full of melted cheese and chocolate? A place to go when your celebrating. Or have lots of money.
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love the Melting Pot. Its not somewhere I'd go daily or anything but once in a relationship (or once every 6 months to a year, whichever comes first) I do enjoy being taken there. I like going to…
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hilary P.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Melting Pot is soooo goooood. And it's such a great place to go with friends. I've been several times and would recommend it for birthdays, New Years, special meals, whatever! I love the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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Good food, Bad Prices!

This fondue restaurant is fun, offers very nice choices in the food and wine departments, but the prices are outrageous! Fun to try once for a special occassion, but for the money you can do a lot be
kudzu.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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Romantic

Very good. Rich food. Make time to relax and enjoy the fun of the romantic evening.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by w w.

3.0 of 5 stars. Definitely a fun date spot because you get plenty of time to chat with each other and the atmosphere is dark and intimate. But in my opinion, it's just too much cheese. And you cook everything…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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Wonderful Food, Expensive as All Getout!

The food, atmoshpere, and service is always absolutely wonderful! But then the check comes... It's a great place to go for special occasions, but too pricey for everyday eatings. If you've never tr
kudzu.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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Pricey, well served and snooty all at the same spot!

The Waiters and Waitresses are phenominal, the Reservation system is abysmal and the Hostess personel are the worst in town. Be prepared to spend more than you thought and enjoy the experience
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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ONE OF A KIND

AN AWSOME EXPERIENCE. TAKE OUT OF TOWN GUESS HERE. COSTLY BUT WELL WORTH IT.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristin C.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place brings out strong feelings among some of my friends. My opinion? It's fun, and kinda gives me a "I brought sexy back" feeling because I hosted fondue parties in high school for my…
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Romantic evening

Talk about a full course meal. They started us with a bottle of fine wine and a combination of bread and fruit to dip in our choice of cheese. A wild mushroom salad followed and then our choice of din
kudzu.com - user review - 12/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Josh D.

3.0 of 5 stars. For the price you're better off buying a fondue pot and doing this at home... plus it can be much more romantic. I'm never a big fan of chains, and although this one manages to gain points from the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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Great fun times/full evening event

The melting pot is a great place for a full night event. it can take up two hours for the fastest meal but if you are looking for a great evening where you can close a place down and have a some great
kudzu.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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Best fondue period

I absolutely love this place. I have brought several people with me to experience the food they offer and turned many people into fondue lovers as well. Any special occassion from birthdays to anniversaries to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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Overpriced

Interesting the first time you go, then it loses its magic. Great wine. Way overpriced for what you get. Did I mention it was overpriced?
kudzu.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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Mixed Opinion

I had heard awesome things about this place, but was very disappointed. The food, what little of it there was, was ok. The service was awful. Do these people have to pass a snob test to work here or what?...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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You need to be worth the price...

Wonderfully romantic. Great wine list. This place can be a little steep with the bill. Wine is expensive and maybe it's classically chic, but you wait a while just to eat.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/31/2006
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Great place

Great Fondue place. Nice service, and relaxing environment
kudzu.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place for a very leisurely dinner. Seriously, it's gonna take 3 hours so I hope you like who you're with!! NOT GOOD FOR FIRST DATES.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2006
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Different, but expensive and snobby service

The good - great place to really enjoy your food and company since you don't just chow and go. Atmosphere is OK, and the hostess station was very friendly. The bad - service at the bar was snobby, we had a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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Not that great....

I've been to the place once and don't plan on going back. The food was over priced for it's quality. The meat was dry and sauces were sort of bland. Cheese dip was ok and I had better desserts. Although they...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by sarah k.

3.0 of 5 stars. "It's a chain. It's fondue. BUT perfect for the right occasion. I would give it 4 stars for groups or first dates. You get to cook your food so it is interactive giving you something other than your…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2006
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Fantastic Break the Ice place

Ever had one of those dinners where no one really has anything to say so you sit a make small talk until you go out of your mind? This is the type of place that makes it a lot less painful. It's such a unique...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/28/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Abby F.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my favorite chain restaurants - and I don't like chain restaurants. This is a fun place for a date - it has the potential to be quite romantic (just be sure that the person you're…
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Cathleya G.

3.0 of 5 stars. We ordered the "fondue for 2"....it was WAYYYYY too much food. and i hate wasting food especially if i cant take it home. Come on a double date, this place isnt as romantic as you'd think it would…
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2005
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Celebrate at the Melting Pot!

This place is awesome! I go here at least twice a month during special occasions; birthdays, new moms, anniversaries... They always remember to ask if we are celebrating which gives me the chance to buy a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/06/2005
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Most unromantic restaurant!

I reserved the special curtained table for an anniversary after hearing rave reviews, but it absolutely ruined our evening. The service was slow and for the price you get a very tiny amount of mediocre food....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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Puuurfect evening

Lots of tables for two with couples sharing a romantic dinner together, delicious desserts, rated at only two dollar signs, but a bit pricier, I think. If you want to melt someone's heart this is the place to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2005
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I am in love

My boyfriend and I went to the Melting Pot for the first time last week and I am in love. We had the most amazing dining experience. Every aspect of our meal was well executed, and the dessert was AMAZING. We...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/27/2004
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The Melting Pot STINKS!

My husband and I have visited The Melting Pot several times in several states, and have always loved our experience. Unfortunately, the Hayden Road location has ruined our love for this restaurant. I have...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2004
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The Melting Pot

For the ultimate romantic dining experience this is the place to go. The food is excelent the service supreme and the ambiance is incredible. You will not regret the money spent. Be prepared to spend the time...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2004
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Great Experience

The Melting Pot was wonderfully romantic, (closed curtains in front of the table) and the food was fabulous. Everything was great, I highly recommend this place to anyone who is in love.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2003
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A True Melting Experience!

I dont agree that the Melting Pot is all that it is cracked up to be. There is nothing romantic about $100 boiled meat! To top it off they close you up in a melting pot of your own, to sweat while you eat, not...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2003
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Perfect In Every Way.

Took some old friends from out of town here and they absolutely loved every bit of the "experience." At The Melting Pot they bring the food out to you and you cook it (fondue-style) in your cooking style of...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2003
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Valentines Day

The service and food were awesome, atmosphere could not have been better. Definate recommend for first date. My buddy proposed at the one in Ahwatukee ... always a blast!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/18/2003
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Fondue 101

As a fondue virgin, I had no idea what was going to happen at this place. I heard great things so we got a group and went to give it a try. The food was excellent and the server was so much fun. The whole time...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2003
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Perfect Night Out

The Melting Pot is without a doubt one of the most romantic restaurants in Phoenix. If you have not tried it yet do yourself a favor and check it out. CALL AHEAD you will need to with how busy they are. Thank...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2003
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Not worth the $$$

MASSIVELY overpriced, food quality mediocre at best. Don't waste your money.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2003
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money thrown away

very expensive, waiter told us how much percentage his tip should be while he leaned against the wall.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2003
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puppybreath

The Melting Pot is not a place to go for good food. The flavor is below average and the portions are small compared with the price. The two highlights of the visit would be the atmosphere and the staff. I will...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/31/2003
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Another Must Do In Scottsdale

Take your time and enjoy! For dinner, use the Coq Au Vin style cooking method, it is wonderful. The real flavor of the food comes out. Any of the deserts are wonderful. Spend the three hours with a loved one...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/28/2003
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FUN FUN FUN

When I heard that this restaurant took two or three hours to eat I was slightly uncertian about enjoying myself. Let me tell you we had the time of our lives. Service was A and the food excellent. All seven of...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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NOT WORTH IT

Ok, I will admit that I had a good time, but that does not necessarily mean that I want to repeat it. THe food is good, expensive though and I am not sure if it is that worth it. The waitstaff is ok,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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Very enjoyable

Had a great time enjoying food that was a little different. Staff was very attentive and helpful. Yes, a little overpriced but great fun!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2002
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Noticed in the Wine Spectator

I went here after noticing them in the wine spectator. I have always been interested in tasting new foods and boy am I glad that I did. We had and excellent experience. The food was fresh and ample portions...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2002
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Great place to Celebrate

I went here for my birthday. The restaurant was very quiet, private and romantic. The prices were high but the food was excellent. The wine list was extensive and the dessert was the best part. Our server was...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2002
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group party place

We had a large group of people for my birthday and we had a blast. The group area was excellent for the twenty two of us. The staff of the Melting Pot is like a well oiled machine, they took extra good care of...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2002
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ROMANTIC AND MORE

This place is excellent, I can not tell you how much fun I have here. The food is always fresh and service is A . It does take some time so do not plan on a quick meal. Melted chocolate is soooo good! They...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2002
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Planning Needed!

Well, if you like Fondue, THIS IS THE PLACE!! Surley it's 'over priced', but that's the way Fondue is! At least, proper Fondue! Exquisit food! An experience that has to be explored by everyone! Mind you, it is...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2002
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Fantastic Fondue!

I took my wife to the Melting Pot for our 25th Anniversary, hoping that everything I had heard about the restaurant's romantic atmosphere was true, and I was not disappointed! My wife and I loved everything...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2002
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Lots of Money for a little bit of food.

The food was overpriced for the small amount of food that was served. It cost almost $70 for two people for food alone and we ordered the least expensive options on the menu. The food was tasty, but the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2002
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Exquisite Dining!

Excellent place to take friends/spouse/out of town guests. I was searching for a special restaurant to wow my in-laws at when I happened to notice The Melting Pot . What a lucky sighting! Everyone was amazed...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2002
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Customer Service Training Needed!

This used to be a very nice place to dine. They have forgotten about customer service and quality food. The last time I ate there will most likely be my last as they have failed now a few times in providing...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2002
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pissed off

I could have spent my $120 at any other restaurant in town and got better food and especially service. My wife took me there for my birthday, she even order the birthday bouquet which was kinda of cheesy (no...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/06/2002
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Romantic, Private, An Experience

The Melting Pot offers an experience. This is a very romantic setting. Slightly higher priced than some places, but worth it for special occasions. Offers a private atmosphere.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2002
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Over priced!

Lots of fun to "play" with your food. Plenty of time to talk with your dining partners. But a bit over-priced.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/20/2002
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Fondo-it!

I guess you'd classify me as a huge Melting Pot fan, since I've been to at least five of their locations around the country. All I can say is that dining there is something everyone should experience at least...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2002
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Melting hot

I loved the "lover's lane"! My husband were able have private time alone since they close the curtains for you. The seats we got were areound a small table and were like a couch. So it was very "cozy". The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2002
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Cheese Stinks!!!

If you like fondue go for it, but it went out with my grandma. Good martini selection! Pricey and there's by far better places Phoenix / Scottsdale. Food isn't very good. I can boil food on my stove and stuff...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2002
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Privacy and Romance

We love the table for two that is curtained off. I have never enjoyed a more romantic dinner!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2002
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Melts in your mouth not in your hands

The Melting Pot is a great place. I first time I was there for dinner, my husband and I were there for 3 hours. It is a great first date place. Romantic, charming. The wait staff is great. Always there to help...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2002
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curtain bliss

The melting pot has absolutely delicious food and great presentation, the executive chef here works hard. It is a nice atmosphere where you and a loved one can talk and share a romantic evening yet at the same...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2002
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Romantic Getaway

Going to the Melting Pot is like stepping into a romantic new world. The lights are so dark and dim and you are secluded to your own booth, some booths even have a curtain for extra privacy. Romantic extras...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2002
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Romance in the fondue

I love this place, my partner and I have been going to this place ever since we got married four years ago. Not only is the food spectacular, but the people and the atmosphere is wonderful. Very romantic, we...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Best Romantic Restaurant

The Melting Pot is the most relaxing, romantic restaurant in Phoenix. Whether you are spending time with friends or celebrating an anniversary with a loved one, the Melting Pot is a wonderful place to go.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Melting Hearts

Be it an anniversary, birthday, engagement or a let's make up dinner, you can't beat the Melting Pot for that special moment. From the ambiance to the service you'll not get more for your $'s. We've used the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Excellent

The Melting Pot was the most romantic dining experience I have had, to date. I took my fiance there as a surprise last year (2001). We felt quite pampered and that our server truly cared about our dining...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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Superb Service, Excellent Food

I've been to The Melting Pot three times now and everytime the service and food is wonderful. I will say this, it is definitely a special occasion place. The prices are a bit high. You do how ever get your...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/26/2002
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OpenTable

The Melting Pot offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private...
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RestaurantRow.com

went there for an anniversary dinner--atmosphere was great as it was very quiet, dim, and romantic...
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Wcities

are you fond of fondue? then, this is the place for you. located in the mercado del lago plaza, this out-of-the-ordinary eatery features a full spectrum of fondue items, from appetizers to entrees to...
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Gayot

this florida-based chain has brought fondue back into vogue. letis face it. dunking dinner is fun and with interesting choices like lobster and teriyaki-marinated sirloin, itis pretty tasty, too...
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AOL CityGuide

dip into a unique dining experience...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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