I've been to this establishment many times and it's a hit or miss. Sometimes the food is really good and sometimes not so much.

Food: delicious, everything was so yummy and you could taste the difference between the cooking styles and cheeses. We couldn't finish so we took our dessert to go which was nice! The only thing is the sangria pitcher was annoying because mine was a lot lighter than my partners (pictured) they definitely could have mixed it more... or at all. Service: I'm struggling to tell you how this was because I really did want to like our waitress, but she wasn't really around. We saw her only when she brought out our food, and never checked on us again. But she was nice so I'm cutting her a little bit of slack. The hostesses, though, were not so kind. When we went up to the stand, they practically ignored us and took their sweet time talking with each other before trying to seat us. It was just frustrating to watch. Ambiance: The restaurant was nice, but I will say their Florida location is unbeatable. It seemed like a nice casual dining, but for the price I feel like the ambiance could be a bit better. Pros: food and drinks were delicious, nice-ish staff Cons: staff weren't jaw droppingly friendly, and for the price (over $300 for 4 people) it wasn't amazing service and ambiance. I'm just saying, it was good, but for the price it could have been so much better. read more

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We went there for Christmas Eve . It was great . We had the pre-fix menu at $79 a person . They give you a lot of food . We had the Brie and fig fondue as an appetizer, then a salad , then the court bouillon which was like a chicken soup . They gave us different meat to dip in the bouillon and cook . I had a black cherry cosmo and my husband had a sangria . You can add on a filet mignon or a lobster tail for $15 /$19 , my mother in law and I both got the lobster tail . The service was great , we really liked our waitress (I forget her name) but she wasn't aware of the prefix menu so as someone who has been through the industry we went through it together. Management should do better . But over all we had a really nice time . read more

It was a bit loud in there, but a great experience overall. The bartender was very knowledgeable as was the server when we were sat at a table. It's a different approach to dining than I had ever experienced before but very enjoyable. The cheese fondue was delicious. Can't say anything less for the chocolate deserts! read more

The Melting Pot - Welcome mat at door to parking lot. - Fondue Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

An experience one should at least have once! We were seating in a spot that had a humming noise, so we asked to be moved and the waiter had no problem at all changing our seats. I really liked the cheese fondue and chocolate fondue experience! I did not realize the waiters made them right in front of us with the ingredients. It was neat to see them mix it all together and talk about what went in. Once all set then we got to tip all the food into the fondues! I felt like I could have skipped out on the main entree part of the meal. It was a longer process to get all the food cooked either in the broth or cast iron. During the meal, the managers also asked if we needed anything else. I asked for more artichokes and received three more small pieces that we were added to our bill for four dollars. If I knew it would have cost more I don't think I would have asked for it. I dined with three other people and the table only had two burners. We had to collectively decide what we wanted to have to share. read more

The Melting Pot - Fiesta Fondue - Fondue Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

Really enjoyed ther Melting Pot. The food was delicious, and the service was great. The approach is fantastic with the fondu and cooking the entree. I think if you want to have a unique experience this is a great place to go! read more

My girlfriends and I got together for a good time. When I arrived I parked in the plaza lot. I walked into this really cute spot. We were sat by the hostess and served by Spencer and he was great! We started with the cocktails and I got the old fashioned which was really good. My friends enjoyed their cocktails. For out fondue we started with the cheese and we ordered the Wisconsin Cheddar and the Spinach it came with some chips and vegetables and fruit. It was made in front of us! I wasn't a fan of the Wisconsin Cheddar but the Spinach was good! We then had the chocolate of the Pure milk chocolate and the Flaming Turtle. That came with the banana, brownies, blondie, etc. I really liked both but the Flaming Turtle was my favorite! I really enjoyed my time! read more

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Had dinner here the other night with reservations. Got the 4 course dinner with a cheese fondue, a salad, meat fondue and a dessert one. Everything was delicious, great experience and our waitress was really good read more

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We had a lovely first experience at The Melting Pot. The decor and vibe was relaxing and festive. Our waitress, Lena, was friendly, efficient and so patient when explaining the menu and the variety of options. Management went table to table to check in on guests and were equally friendly and welcoming. The food was really good! We had 4 courses and even enjoyed the salad! The desserts were good too, but I don't think I can handle that much sweetness at my age. But we still polished it! Looking forward to returning and bringing some friends. read more

We took our 7 year old here for dessert for his birthday because he wanted to go somewhere special. The manager, waitress, and all the staff went above and beyond to make my son's time here special. Everyone was incredibly friendly and happy for him. We arrived to balloons and strawberries on the table which was completely unexpected. Everyone sang to him and made sure he felt special every time they came to the table. The chocolate fondue was great and we all enjoyed it, but what really made the night is how amazing everyone was with my son on his special day, even if we weren't there for a whole meal. As if that wasnt enough, they made sure my other kids got some chocolate oreos to go for the road and a little stuffed melting pot to remember the night. I am blown away by the customer service and will certainly be returning with my wife for the full experience, which is also fantastic every time we go. I cannot thank you guys enough for making my son's special dessert even more special. You guys are top tier read more

The restaurant I visited seemed to cater more to a teenage hangout crowd rather than providing an exceptional dining experience. It was my first time there, and I was unsure of what to expect or the best approach for ordering. Unfortunately, the server who attended to us appeared to be quite inexperienced. They struggled to offer any recommendations for drinks and were unable to explain the nuances and distinctions between the various cheese options available. This lack of knowledge significantly impacted our order. To my disappointment, the meat I had ordered failed to deliver on taste after cooking it in the bouillon. The only way I managed to salvage some flavor was by resorting to dipping it in the accompanying side sauces. Nothing against "themed" places, but this one doesn't execute. read more

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Melting Pot is more an immersive show with food included. We went for a birthday dessert for a family member and that's as far as we go. The cheese fondue is also good if you enjoy that. The dinner section of menu is not for us. I feel it's over priced and average for what you get. However, I will say that they are usually well booked so clearly a popular spot. read more

The Melting Pot - Fondue Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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They are very unprofessional and bad on communication, they messed with people order and i have to leave even i pay them because the service was really really bad, been waiting for hour for the order that i paid and leave without it and no refund read more

I was just at this location! I didn't even know that there was another Melting Pot in New Jersey; I used to go to the Hoboken one quite often, and had fond memories of the scrumptious food. Needless to say, they did not disappoint as per either the food OR the service! Shout-out to our WONDERFUL waitress, Jessica...she's the MVP here, and really made our experience a great one. So thank you!!!! It was a lovely time and we're so glad we made the trek in the rain. Worth it, 100%. Definitely recommend!!!! read more

Really had high hopes for this place. Cheese was good. However, we ordered the garlic pepper steak, HORRIBLE. Everything else tasted like fucking pepper. Told manager with bun and glasses politely that we do not enjoy our steak, and she displayed aggressive behavior while removing our plates. Then proceeded to tell us that we were "hostile". Ying yang chocolate was good after. Manager apologized then gave shitty coupon. That doesn't make up for horrible service. This manager is childish and doesn't deserve to operate a business. read more

My boyfriend and I got reservations for this place the Sunday before Valentines Day. The vibe was nice, a little pretentious but really trendy and cute. The menu was a little overwhelming, as was the drinks menu. The food was good and well seasoned. The drinks strong and our waiter informative. There happened to be a family with loud children also eating; it just doesn't feel kid friendly especially with the hot grill. The restaurant is costly considered you cook your own food. The ingredients fresh. The drinks tasty. Many people checked on us, I think one was the owner. Sort of odd the bathroom was more apart of The Galleria and not The Melting Pot. Overall definitely nice for groups or special occasions! read more

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My wife has been asking me to go to The melting pot for years, I have in as it was her birthday and Jersey shore restaurant week. For $40.23 per person I would give it a shot. The idea of fondue never appealed to me but here I am. We started off with a cheese fondue which included 2 types of bread, apples, carrots, broccoli and tomatoes. The bread was my favorite thing to dip. I chose to grill my protein and veggies, I had salmon, steak, shrimp and chicken. My wife went with the coq au Vin pot which was where her choices of protein were cooked. I found grilling the food was quite a bit more flavorful. Dipping sauces are included, some of them were excellent. The Gorgonzola and remoulade were my favorites. I loved the desert, the chocolate sauce with nuts was excellent. The strawberries, bananas and pound cake were perfect. I enjoyed myself and the service was outstanding. Parking is a breeze in the Galleria parking lot, the restaurant is spacious and clean. read more

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The melting pot is a great experience! Came here with my boyfriend for our anniversary and we enjoyed everything we got. They sat us down about 15 minutes after our reservation time due to it being packed. Our waiter was very friendly and explained to us the different things on the menu. I definitely think this place is more for the cheese and chocolate rather than the dinner aspect about it. Next time, I would just stick to that. Overall, I enjoyed this spot. read more

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Come with a close family member or simply stop by LabCorp down the street for some quick blood work as you'll be sharing the same pot of bubbling crude with your entire party. Say, Uncle Jack, is that really a cold sore or are you just fibbing? It's Fondue just like you remember it from your parents midlife crisis in the 1970's. Grab a spear and dunk some meat, veggies and bread in the golden goo and you're one leisure suit short of a party. Seriously, The Melting Pot is a fun departure if you're looking for a pleasant diversion... and some unexpected blood work. Five melted mood rings. read more

We were here for a birthday celebration. The place was clean, including the bathroom. Loved that there was full doors on the stalls. Never understood why most bathroom stalls have openings on the sides. Back to dinner, the servers were attentive, patient, nice and informative. Most of the group has never visited this restaurant before so there was quite a bit of questions. I loved that it was all family style. We had a fun time trying pretty much a little bit of everything. Every one also seemed pretty happy with their drinks. Will definitely visit again. read more

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EDIT: only giving three stars because our waitress Kristen was lovely and attentive. Ridiculous, been waiting 30 minutes after our reservation and still no estimate of when we can be sat. Absolutely horrible customer care. read more

I haven't gone to a fondue restaurant in years which is why for my anniversary I decided to bring my wife to do something different. The staff went above and beyond to make our anniversary a memorable day and this happened with a reservation made just an hour and a half earlier. Our server was fantastic, she really made our day with her kindness and patience! The place looks fantastic and feels romantic with the low lights and the quiet atmosphere. The food was great albeit a bit overpriced for what it is. The best part of the whole meal was the cheese, which comes accompanied with bread and veggies. The salad was also delicious. The main course was a mixed experience. I don't think the steak worked too well with the mojo broth but everything else was decent. The chocolate fondue was also really good, it comes with waffle, brownies, and other sweet goodies as well as fruit so you get to try different flavors with the chocolate. The drink selection was great, I had the whiskey business and it was perfectly balanced and nicely garnished. Overall a great experience for special occasions but food-wise I feel I can get a better meal elsewhere for that price. read more

Maybe it's just this location, but Melting Pot seems to have been declining over the last few years. We came for my wife's birthday - she had chocolate dipped strawberries prepped. But today, our drinks took a long time (honestly, we never got them, because we left before our meal came out) The waiter didn't put all the spices in our cheese fondue, so we had to have him come back. The bread for the cheese dip was STALE. Some of them were rock-like. At that point, we gave up. Skip this location and make your fondue at home. read more

It's the melting pot. It was good and exactly what we needed. They take care of people well. It's not cheap though.

First time here. So as an experience it was wonderful. Had a reservation and seated in time. Our server explained things and we ordered. All the various courses were delicious and the food quantities were just right. The food was tasty and good. While nothing felt slow the entire process took 2+ hours for the 3 courses. Service was too notice. The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere. It isn't cheap. Honestly it was the most expensive meal for my family of five I've ever had. It was good but I'm not sure the value is there. I've had better food for less elsewhere. If you are paying for the experience and atmosphere then it's great. Which I guess many are. Special Occasions and such. Otherwise it's a nice meal that is pricy. read more

My husband made us reservations for Valentines weekend. We purposely did not go on the 14th because we wanted the regular menu. We were even able to select the regular menu when making the reservation which ensured it was available. It is now 2 hours before our reservation and we get a call that they are only serving a prefixed menu. Why give people the option online to order off the regular menu if you aren't offering it ? There is an issue every single time we try to go. Not to mention last time the waitress spilled a drink on me. Food is good but I'm done with them after today. read more

We have been to this locations 2 times and both times the staff was so kind! We enjoyed both experiences as they acknowledged what we were their for and had the table decorated when we signed up for the "Thursdate special". Not only is the Melting Pot just a dining experience, but it has an interactive component that makes it so much fun! read more

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Went there for our 39th anniversary. We ordered romantic dinner that included rose petals roses and a commemorative picture. We were rudely greeted by hostess, after waiting 20 minutes for our table she finally seated us when we told her we would leave. No one at anytime wished a happy anniversary. Waiter was good. Never got our picture taken. This place is a mill. I would not recommend it. Food is 2 stars. read more

Allowed us to make a reservation for a regular dinner on valentine's day and upon arrival informed us they would only serve a prix fixed menu- even though I was given an option for regular. We now have nowhere to go on valentine's day and this was a celebration for my father who just finished radiation today. Thank you for ruining our holiday to maintain your $89 per person dinner read more

We arrived late for (one day late) for a special surprise dinner my son made for our family of four, it was also a bit late in the evening and the staff was extremely accommodating, food came quickly, the waiter was wonderful! It was a fun night out! read more

Coming to you as a fellow vegan- they have vegan options!!! I definitely recommend only sticking to the vegan fondue and chocolate- do not get the entre it was really bad... The entree was really just a bunch of stale vegetables and water. The boulion was not good and the grill was not even cooking our vegetables properly. The dippers were all stale as if they had been left out for a while and if im paying almost $100 per person, I want quality and fresh food. Some of the stuff just felt disgusting to eat honestly. The vegan meatballs were disgusting and did not taste right! Definitely only get the cheese fondue and chocolate and dont let them talk you into the entrees!! BTW they only have pineapple, strawberry, and banana for the vegan dippers- so you really are missing out on a lot here if you are vegan! Our waiter was super nice and cared deeply about our vegan accommodations which was greatly appreciated, he always double checked with the chef/other staff to ensure! The chocolate fondue didn't even taste vegan- we had to ask if they brought out the right one! read more

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I went with two others to the Melting Pot in Red Bank tonight, and we all agreed it was a five-star experience! From the service, to the food, to the atmosphere, everything went right. We had heard from friends that it's common for customers at The Melting Pot to request a particular server. Our friends highly recommended Samantha (aka Sam) so when we made our reservations we asked to be seated at Sam's table. The Galleria, where this restaurant is located, used to be a factory so it has a cool industrial look with high ceilings, exposed duct work, and old brick walls. I love that look! Since we had not been to this restaurant before, Sam began with a well-presented explanation of the menu, food, and ordering options. I liked how clearly she described everything. We ordered drinks, two different cheese fondues, rosemary fries ($4.95), and a charcuterie board ($12.95). All the food looked just beautiful arranged on a big platter (see photo). My lemon berry mojito ($10.95) was pretty so I photographed that too. Once Sam began making the fondue in the pots at our table, I understood why the individual flair of the server contributes to the whole Melting Pot experience. It's a bit like watching show on The Food Network. Sam kept us engaged with her warm and bubbly personality as she commented on the cooking process. The entire meal was delicious! We preferred the spicy "Top Shelf Fiesta" Fondue ($11.50) to the mild "Quattro Formaggio" Fondue ($11.95). The bread, apples, grapes, cauliflower, and broccoli that come with the fondue are unlimited and Sam provided us with refills quickly. The quantity of food was just right for the three of us, but we were curious to taste dessert so we got one Bananas Foster Fondue to all share ($10.95). It's a flaming dish which is fun to watch (see video). I had an excellent time and can't wait to come back here! read more

I used to always hear people rave about this place, so I finally decided to find out what all the hype was about. Sadly, I was quite dissappointed. Pros: Interior is nicely decorated and the fondue experience was fun. Our waiter was also very kind and personable. We chose the quatro formaggio cheese fondue which was was italian inspired with flavors of pesto, garlic, and parmesean. Cons: Service was so slow. Took forever for the waitor to return to our table on multiple occasions. The whole dinner took 3 hours from start to finish, unnecessarily. Also would not recommend ordering the 4 course dinner. I was under the impression that we would be dipping the entreé meats in cheese, but all we did was boil it in a broth and put sauce on it. I would rather go to a chinese hotpot place to do that. Heed the advice from the other reviewers and skip the 4 course meal! You save a lot of money if you stick with just the cheese and chocolate fondue (no entreé). If ordering the 4 course meal for 2 people, it will set you back about $125 after tax and tip. Also note that if you come with a small party, you will likely only get to pick one type of cheese fondue, cooking style, and chocolate fondue as there is only 1 cook top per small table. read more

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Eating at Melting Pot is all about the experience. Don't go in expecting a gourmet meal, although the price tag on your final check may indicate that. Grab a friend or your loved ones, and go to Melting Pot for a fun and interactive dining experience and know that you will leave with the aroma of cooking infused into your clothing and hair. We ordered one 4-course meal (cheese fondue, salad, entree, and chocolate fondue) and an a la carte entree (Teriyaki Ginger Salmon). The entree comes with a salad and the Salmon was better than I expected. For us, one 4-course meal and an a la carte was plenty of food. Although, we did order a second chocolate fondue. I simply couldn't go to Melting Pot and not overindulge in the chocolate goodness. Our order consisted of: Cheese Fondue: Classic Alpine; we really enjoyed it. I'm not big into dipping vegetables in cheese, but the bread tasted great! Salad: California; fresh and adequate portion. Entree Cooking Style: Coq Au Vin; nice combinations of spices, garlic and mushrooms. However, I don't find the meats or veges very flavorful when cooked yourself at Melting Pot. That's why I ordered a cooked entree. Chocolate Fondue: The Original (milk chocolate and crunchy peanut butter) and Dark and Dulce (dark cholocate, caramel and sea salt). The Dark and Dulce is my personal favorite! read more

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This place is rather lovely! I wish I had taken down the name of my server at the time to request him again but he was extremely chill and talked us through everything. The food came out relatively fast and while we were picky eaters, and therefore didn't enjoy some of the food, he still attempted to gives us coupons and take things off. He tad we stated that it wasn't on the restaurant, it was simply our tastes that were the issue lol He even gave us a coupon the second he met us to help with the order, offered us his fast charger the second he heard we needed one, and offered a place nearby for us to stop at next! While I may not have been a fan of everything, trying the cheese fondue with green apples wasn't as bad as expected. But omg, the Banana Foster is simply to die for! I'd come back for just that anyway! And I absolutely loved the assortment of dessert you're given to dip in the chocolate fondue! The only issue we had was that we had to wait nearly 30 mins to get taken care of, and that was with a reservation ahead of time and the place having only four other people there. I didn't mind much, but even so, the waiter and chocolate fondue made up for it by a lot! read more

It was an annoying experience, being it was our first time there we had lots of questions and had requested a special menu. Our waitress ignored us and didn't seem to care about anything and was very dismissive she insisted we buy the most expensive items on the menu when we stressed that we wanted something more simple. After a 4 course "meal" we left hungry, broke and annoyed. The serving size was so small I wouldn't exactly call it a meal, our bill for two people came to $250 for a couple pieces of bread and three pieces of bite sized chicken. Be prepared to spend way more than anticipated. Honestly wish they could have done something since we complained to our waitress but her response was "oh well your getting the full experience now" which wasn't our intentions. Service was slow and it seemed like we were a bother to them. I wanted to complain to the manager but they were no where to be found. The ambiance was also a sensory overload being that we shared a table with a loud party next to us that was separate by a small glass, it was kinda of odd and unusually bright and cold in the place, not their fault but still not what we expected. Definitely the first and last visit for us. Waste of money and energy. read more

It's a different type of presentation in restaurants per se. The fondue concept was big at parties some 40 years ago, where you heated your favorite cheeses and chocolate and dipped bread, fruit, veggies or meat over a nice glass of wine and light conversation. The presentation is the same in a public venue such as this one in the Galleria in Red Bank. The ambiance is excellent, a certain industrial-look. The staff was super friendly as was the shift manager Eric, whom I might add is a proud new father. Keep in mind the portions are small and you can run up a hefty bill if you're famished. This venue is great to just indulge in a pre-meal a la variety of cheeses or dessert ie choices of chocolate. It's really recreational eating!!! Watch those cals. read more

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Totally happy here. We had our reservations about this place. But The kids loved it. Place had good vibes and good service. As an adult I prefer more flavor and a prepared meal but we really enjoyed ourselves. The 4 of us are for $115. Can't beat that anymore. And the kids had fun. Apps and dessert were my fav. read more

The Melting Pot - Meat and veggies in broth or on the grill! Lots of side sauces to dip. - Fondue Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

Visited the melting pot tonight for a friends birthday and enjoyed the time. The interior of this place is so cute, I really liked it. I could totally see coming back here for a special date night but I would probably order differently. We did the 4 course forever fondue. I do not recommend this unless you and everyone in your party are big BIG eaters. The spinach and artichoke cheese fondue was nice and flavorful. I had the California salad which I thought was amazing. (By this time, I'm already full lol) next comes the filet, chicken, shrimp and teriyaki beef. We opted for the cast iron skillet to cook it on. Get ready for a LOOOONG cooking process. The skillet also didn't get evenly hot so some pieces didn't cook at all on certain areas of the skillet. The dipping sauces were all ok besides the teriyaki one which I thought was good. I didn't partake in the chocolate fondue but everyone else in my party seemed to enjoy it. The drink I had was the lemon berry mojito and it mainly tasted like juice. I would come back eventually but would order a lot less food and wouldn't get the cast iron grill again. read more

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We were pleasantly surprised! We have been to hot pots in the past and thought they were 'ok'. For the complete dinner for 2 we had plenty of food. We got the quatro formaggio fondue, it was absolutely delicious, they give you veggies and bread to dip. The entrees were great, the meat was good quality, and there anre vegetarian options! My partner raved about the tuna. Save room for the chocolate fountain! So delicious, plenty of fruit, and desserts to dip (brownie, marshmallows, Rice Krispies etc.). Our waitress could not have been nicer (and patient with all of our questions) and kept coming by to check on us, and offer if we wanted more of anything. Very friendly and helpful. Overall it was a fun interactive experience we'll probably do again. Notes- not BYOB, veggie options, and easy parking. read more