The Melting Pot

12/07/2007 Posted by newtopitt

This is a great place to take a date or spouse. The atmosphere is casual and "playing with your food" makes conversations more fun and relaxed. We got the four-course meal, which is a little pricey (the bill came to over $100 for 2 people), but we will still go back again. If you plan to go in the summer, bring a sweater because they have the air conditioner on high and I was freezing the whole time I was there. Other than that, definitely a good choice for a restaurant.

Pros: It's a Fondue Restaurant. What's not to love?

Cons: A/C WAY too high in summer. Too Expensive.

09/06/2007 Posted by jsmithpit1626

I wasn't sure what to expect when my wife wanted me to take her out for fondue for her birthday. I was really suprised by the experience and amount of food we had with the Big Night Out dinner for two. Alot of fun, the presentation of the food was great, and they had a ton of wines to pick from. She loves the Conundrum which they serve for much less than any other place I've seen in town. Staff was very polite and attentive. The atmosphere was cozy and the facilities well kept. I highly recommend based on the fact that it is so different. Great food, great service, and great atmosphere make for a great place. It takes a while to dine but I believe that's part of the allure. Make sure you save room for the chocolate because it is amazing. They even served us a champagne toast at the end of our meal to celebrate my wife's birthday. A really nice touch!

Pros: Relaxed atmosphere, great service, fun, private boothes, wine

Cons: it costs a bit more to dine here

11/22/2006 Posted by rlp24

I understand that the concept of fondue is to dip your food in hot oil, so my comments are not necessarily about the restaurant itself. The wait staff was extremely friendly and helpful. It was a great place to catch up with old friends we hadn't seen in awhile, however, none of us felt that good the next day. Perhaps it was from eating the oil-soaked food or perhaps it was the food itself - who knows. I just thought it was too pricey and the food was not delicious by any means. So there you have it, food not so good. Environment good.

Pros: Great wait staff, great ambience

Cons: Pricy, food - not so great

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11/19/2006 Posted by anntodd

What a wonderful restaurant. The food is top-notch and the fondue is very fitting especially on a cold Winter night. The ambience is great - romantic or fun with friends. The desserts are amazing. It is a restaurant where you should plan to spend several hours conversing and enjoying the food. I cannot say enough good about this restaurant.

Pros: Wonderful Restaurant

11/17/2006 Posted by jvra

the cheese fondue appetizer was so delicious and the chocolate fondue desserts were wonderful! not a huge fan of cooking my own food, but was an entertaining night out. great service and fabulous atmosphere.

11/14/2006 Posted by misslauren27

I really enjoy this restaurant. I have been here three times so far and plan to go back. Every time I have gone I have gotten the big night out and it was well worth it. However, I do have to warn that not all of my friends feel the same way about this restaurant. I recently picked this as the place to go for my birthday and got mixed reviews. I think the cooking process was too long for them. They all agreed they were glad they went but may not be back. I on the other hand love that it takes a few hours to dine here and enjoy the whole experience.

Pros: Ambience and delicious food

Cons: Takes a lot of time to eat here and expect to cook all of your own food

10/16/2006 Posted by steelersfan426

The food here is excellent. You must get the big night out, this way you can try all of what the restaurant has to offer. Expect to cook your own food! Don't worry, it's fun!! Also expect to spend a few hours here!! Do not, I repeat DO NOT get the oil to cook your food in, if you want fried food go to KFC. I've tried all the cooking styles and the best is the one with the wine in it. Definitely save room for dessert. The chocolates are all amazing!! Definitely make reservations and if you're on a date try to request table 41, it's the most romantic table in the restaurant. I've been waited on by several different staff members and Joe is by far the best server there! This is definitely a place you'll want to come back to (that is as long as you don't get the oil cooking style!!!).

Pros: Great service, excellent food best dessert in town!

Cons: the oil cooking style

09/22/2006 Posted by pghfoodie

This is a great restaurants to go out with the girls, or on a date. Nick- the bartender- really knows his wine, so ask for his recomendation!! The food is unique, and I always leave stuffed. I reccomend the "Dinner for 2" for 3 people- they give you plenty! I also recomend getting the vegetable broth instead of oil for your fondue- it helps to flavor the food and its not as heavy. If you can, save room for dessert0 its fabulous!

Pros: Beautiful, delicous

Cons: Pricey

09/18/2006 Posted by katphil75

The wine list is great, and its sooo romantic for dessert. The food was disappointing and if I wanted to cook, I would do so at home.

Pros: Nice atmosphere, romantic for after dinner dessert

Cons: Price

08/27/2006 Posted by adk412

I celebrated my birthday this past weekend dining here with my husband and another couple. We were seated promptly and when we got to the table there were balloons and a bar of chocolate waiting on the table!!! We all went for the "big night out" which is all four courses. Cheese was very flavorful and we never ran out of food to dip into it!! When it came for our entree course I was overwhelmed.... lobster, shrimp, chicken, beef, and even pork, which I normally do not care for, however the pork melted in my mouth and was full of flavor. When it came time for chocolate we picked my favorite, dark chocolate.... and there are no words to describe how good the chocolate was. BETTER THAN BIRTHDAY CAKE! All four of us work in the restaurant industry and it felt so great to be waited on. The service was phenomenal, we never had to ask for a thing and were made to feel like we were VIP's. Overall, a great place for above average service, to sit back, relax, and eat things you wouldnt at home!

Pros: Service, food, atmosphere

Cons: a bit expensive