The Melting Pot

Just shared my anniversary with my boyfriend last night here. We had the most amazing time. Travis was our server and he was so helpful and nice. We had never been here before, and never even eaten fondu. He walked us through the menu and really helped us out. We also asked for the touch of romance and the champagne toast packages, which was so nice. Getting to keep the champaign flutes was great as well. The food was mostly good, and the four course experience is definitely the way to go. The only reason this isn’t five stars is because some of the meats were just not flavored right. The duck was simply too sweet, and the peppercorn steak was too heavily seasoned. But other than those two small issues everything was perfect.

I like chinese hot pot before, but this kind of pot (melting pot?) really enchant me! Amazing taste! You should have a try!

My boyfriend and I visited the Melting Pot for our anniversary, again. He reserved ahead and requested the special, A Touch of Romance, that came with a secluded booth for two, scattered rose petals and a candle. Also, a happy anniversary card was left on the table that was signed personally by the crew. Our 4 course meal was served with excellent care by our favorite waiter, Austin. During our meal the manager wished us a happy anniversary, and after he gave us a small gift to take home, amazing service! I highly recommend the Melting Pot of Ocala for ANY occasion for family, friends, and dates. Everyone will leave highly satisfied and with a happy belly, just like we have ever time!
Update: Very sad to say they closed this location on the last day of 2015. We are looking forward to trying a closer location and hoping to see some familiar faces.

It is always a great experience. A but overpriced bit food is always great.
Cheese fondue portion for me is a bit small but definitelly a place to go for special occasions.

My husband and I had an amazing first experience at The Melting Pot! My husband called ahead and asked for the «touch of romance» for our table which included rose petals and a candle which was beautiful! Our waiter was fast and professional. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to friends and family!

The quality of staff and experience you expect out of The Melting Pot. The food was to our satisfaction and waiter was pleasant. The only complaint of the whole night if I had to come up with one is just wish the parking was a little better, but has nothing to with The Melting Pot nor are they in charge of it.

I’ve been a fan of the Melting Pot for the past 20 years. I’ve been to multiple locations over the years and for the past 10 years, the Ocala location has been the closest to me (currently living in Gainesville.) I’ve been twice in the last 2 years and after last night, I am not going back. First, we had reservations for 6. It took over a half hour to be seated. We were 15 minutes early so at first it was understandable. However, I heard one employee saying to the hostess (who appeared to be a manager) that there was a table open and we could be seated there. The hostess said not, our six people should sit at a 3 burner table. 3 of our party were children. We did not need three burners. Still, the hostess refused. So we had to wait on a table that was leaving. I feel it was poor planning on their part. Second, the place is very dated. One of our three burners (which again, we only needed two) didn’t work. Service was slow. I know the whole Melting Pot experience is to take your time but it took 3 hours. We were often waiting for 20 minutes for the next course. After this experience, I will not be going back.

Our first time to visit and the service, food and atmosphere was excellent. Our server James was really nice to explain how everything worked, make recommendations and treated us great. I certainly will go back, it is a lot of food but worth it.

We love going here for our special occasions. We have had the same server, James twice now. He is professional and attentive to our needs. We have plenty of food for the two of us and leave satisfied. We tried the Dulce dark chocolate with sea salt last time. Oh, my! So so good. We ordered the extra plate of dessert items which came with raspberries and blackberries. Definitely worth the extra cost. If I had to say anything negative it would be about the hard to please, ever complaining couple next to us. I wanted to lean over the table and tell them to hush. We will continue to go here and take our time enjoying the ambiance.

I had an excellent time exploring the menu and fondue universe with my boyfriend for our first dating anniversary. We drove down from Gainesville. The FondueForYou option gave us flexibility picking entrees. Our waiter Terry was a fine human being, giving us complimentary onions, extra cheese (thank. You. So. Much.) and just explaining everything in a clear manner. The coq au vin cooking style and salad made my dinner satisfying to the core. Let us not ignore, however, the beauty of dipping food into melted decadent chocolate. Here, they also can put in some crunchy peanut butter with the chocolate if you ask for it!
Now if only they had nutella fondue.
Definitely a good place special occasions :)

Excellent. Great place for a group or a quiet date. We went for the former and had a blast. Food is great, but a little pricey. Definitely more of a special occasion kind of place.
Service was great. Staff was helpful, friendly and prompt.

My favorite «date night» experience. Having a four course meal is such a long, romantic, fun experience with your significant other bc it’s just the two of you. No distractions, just talking, cooking, and enjoying one another’s company. I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a local restaurant more.

This restaurant was my first experience with fondue. I was sure I wouldn’t like it because I’m so picky. We had the four course meal and it was so amazing! Needless to say, we go back as often as we can. The food or service has never been poor at this place. I’m so glad I tried it because it’s a favorite of mine now!

Service was top-​notch. Not around too often, not around too little. Always helpful. Mine and my boyfriend’s anniversary was lovely and we loved the experience of fondue’ing. We got the 4 course meal and it was great,

I visit the one in Fort Lauderdale all the time, and they know me by first name.
Food is consistent between both locations, good and the potion is just enough.
My visit in December was the second time at this location and I would have to say, was not impressed with the server on both visits. The first time the server was not attentive as I am accustomed too. The second time the server was very pushy about what cheese we wanted, had a new person with us and trying to decide on the cheese he kept pushing for a certain cheese. Then after we received our cheese and just started eating it, he returned three times to see what chocolate we wanted for after dinner. On the fourth time I cut him off before he could ask I said, «No we have not decided and when we do I will tell you».
It was not like the place was packed and they needed the table. So, that is why I am only giving 3 stars, my buttons were pushed. The rest of the dinning experience was good.

I give this 5 stars because of the experience. Tasting all these different of food is great. Plus: Having this said, all the ingredients and sauces were simply great. Service — contrary to other reviews I have seen — was excellent. Wine selection was made easy, as they let us taste several choices. Desert: great (see photo), came with a chocolate fondue. Definitely worth the relatively higher price. In sum: 5 stars.

A bit disappointing Mother’s Day/​birthday outing. Service was ok. Food, ok and birthday strawberries I was supposed to receive (was ordered with voice reservation that was made over a week ago) was not there. I was actually questioned about if I actually ordered them or not. Mega bucks spent and tbh I don’t think we will go back for a 3^rd time

Went back after a not so good experience the last time. So glad we did!!!
Had the 4 course dinner and it was great. Cheese fondue… you just can’t go wrong. The salads were very good. They no longer list the original mushroom salad, which my wife loves, but will make it if requested. Te selections for all 4 courses are diverse enough to satisfy any taste. The only problem will be deciding on cooking methods and chocolate choice. The service was great. Our server was very personable and attentive. Would recommend to anyone looking for a romantic, intimate setting and a leisurely meal. A little pricey but worth it.

We went here last night for a birthday dinner and I enjoyed myself – it’s been a while now since the Gainesville Melting Pot closed down, and sometimes you just want a fondue dinner. Service was solid, food tasted very fresh, and this location, unlike Gainesviile, has a full bar. Only mild detraction is that the acoustics are lacking thanks to the tile floors. You’ll definitely know if you’re near a large party and you can hear a crying baby from any seat in the house, which can easily mess up a quiet dinner. Still, nothing to get too put out over.
Note: there is a banner on the exterior of the restaurant that advertises ½ price chocolate fondue between 9 – 10 p.m. While that nominally sounds great, we found out at the end of our meal that we couldn’t get the discount (we ordered dessert at 9:30) because we were seated at 8 p.m. So, just bear that in mind, in case your server doesn’t bother to explain it to you, which they most likely won’t.
4.5 stars (rounding up). A nice special occasion restaurant.

Excellent. It is a FONDUE RESTAURANT! A restaurant for a very special occasion or for fondue lovers. Nice environment, wines and excellent food. Not expensive but prices keep out people that can hurt the experience. Recommend!