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The Melting Pot - San Mateo
The Melting Pot is located in the San Mateo CalTrain Transit Center in San Mateo, CA. 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 tables, attentive service, fine wines & fabulous four-course fondue dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to a get-together with friends, meetings or large groups, The Melting Pot always hits the spot. The Melting Pot offers the highest quality fresh ingredients, a variety of cooking styles, unique sauces & your favorite chocolate fondue. To highlight your meal we also offer a wide variety of wines to compliment your meal. Make reservations today & come dip into something different.
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135 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 135 reviews
5 stars
(58)
4 stars
(41)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(98)
- romantic(81)
- fit for foodies(46)
- good for groups(39)
- kid-friendly(27)
- notable wine list(23)
The Melting Pot - San Mateo Reviews List
Review 1 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were disappointed to be charged extra for coq au vin option when the ad specifically stated fixed price. Also, the tv ads led us to believe that we would be given some chocolate covered strawberries whereas we were charged $9.95 for three strawberries.
The food was delicious.
John"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was okay, services great, not kid-Friendly and ery poor parking, but wife and daughter loved it and see that it was for mothers day! It was a hit!!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed Melting Pot; they were very busy and service was a bit slow, but waitress was knowledgeable and friendly.We chose just seafood for entrees and it was great! Really liked the cheese fondue with broccoli bits.Dessert was great. Will return! We've also been to the other location in Marin County--would go back there too."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Always Fun Night Out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the food and experience. Service was a bit slow on visit."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Parking close on the weekends is tough, but once there it's well worth the expense, for special occasions, at least."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is delicious and the atmosphere is wonderful. This is my second visit, the food is consistently delicious, and the staff is friendly. Our waitress was new, not really sure of what she was doing, moved us twice because she couldn't figure out "the numbers" of the booths. She was uncomfortable, sweating profusely and seemed like she had a terrible cold."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Uniquely awesome place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is brilliant, the ambience is perfect for both friends and family. I always take people visiting us in bay there to give them an experience they never had anywhere else :)"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good place for special events
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good place for special events or gathering. A bit pricey and pretentious but can be fun!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went for my sons 11th birthday.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for my sons 11th birthday. Had never been there before, so the waiter made recommendations on the menu and how many portions we should order. We got 4 orders of cheese for 5 people (spinach artichoke was the favorite for both adults and 3 kids.). Then had 3 orders of meat, Lobster tail, teriyaki sirloin, and mahi mahi. We cooked them ourselves in the broth, which the kids thought was fun. You could cook 3 at a time per person, as we each had 3 cooking forks each. The highlight was the chocolate at the end. We got smores and flaming turtle, which were delicious and the kids loved the flaming aspect. Overall, it was a fun meal, great for the kids, and great service. I would go again for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Classy Noise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We try to visit here on special occasions. This trip was our 4 year anniversary. We had great service and we like the new menu style. During our dinner the owner stopped by and inquired how the service was and how we were enjoying our visit. This was nice to see. It made the experience a friendly one. The noise was too loud. I could hear the converstions of a group of ladies a few tables over."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are regulars at The Melting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
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Quiet
"We are regulars at The Melting Pot and switch between drinks and fondue at the bar. John, the bartender, makes the experience as close to that of the neighborhood bar in "Cheers" as I could imagine. At the tables, this is the place to enjoy a sloe, relaxed meal and of course, the company you take."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Confusing pricing, expensive, meh
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Menu pricing is confusing., even called ahead to ask. I was told each dish was "x" per person by two different managers. This was not to be true. Pricing really was x undisclosed amount per pot, which on the menu just says "each pot eeds 3 to 4 people" with no differentation in size. They need to fix this on the menu!!
We were in for a shock when we got the bill. We booked for 16, possibly 18, 2 couldn't make it. At no time did anyone explain "pot sizes" v. cost until the end, which still doesn't make sense. Also told we had to pre-order!! We were still charged for 16 people even though we had 13, over $100 difference!
Food is mediocre, expensive as La Fondue, meh in taste, stingier with "dippers" for chocolate! Will not be ba"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
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Review 13 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was pretty good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was pretty good, but the service was not near as good as I would have hoped for at a restaurant at this price point. Personally I work in customer service and was just not impressed with the overall customer experience."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was tasty and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was tasty and the service was great."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 15 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very romantic. Portions seem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very romantic. Portions seem small, but my husband is 6'4" and 250lbs, and he was full !
It was fun to "cook" at the table. Our waitress even brought us a container of a dipping sauce we liked for us to take home!"
It was fun to "cook" at the table. Our waitress even brought us a container of a dipping sauce we liked for us to take home!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was the first time our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was the first time our kids had fondue and our server at the Melting Pot was really great! He suggested a number of ways that we could configure the order so the kids could try just about everything, but that wouldn't cost us a fortune if our picky eaters didn't really love it.
In the end, the food was great and everyone was properly sated (not hungry and overly stuffed as can happen with fondue). We really had a wonderful time - thank you Melting Pot!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 17 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Waitresses were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have only gone there for special occasion (my birthday and our 30 anniversary) but we love the place. It is not some place that we could go really often due to the cost but it is SO worth the cost for special occasions. Everyone is very nice and professional. It is just a great place!!!!! We received a anniversary card signed by everyone which made it even more special."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very over-priced for an over-arroga
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very over-priced for an over-arrogant management team bordering on hostility instead of hospitality. Menu was overly complex, pricing hard to follow with add-on's to menu items not disclosed. Price to portion too high for amount served. Service was inconsistent and the wait between meals was painfully slow."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything from the greet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything from the greet at the door to the server to the food was wonderful."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 20 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We came in with a Groupon
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We came in with a Groupon on Monday night for a three course dinner for 2, including a bottle of wine and after dinner drinks. The place was not crowded at all & we were seated right away. Appreciated that the restaurant had a separate Groupon menu, so choosing items was easy. There were a number of technical difficulties around our burner, and the manager was made aware of the situation. It was frustrating how, despite knowledge of the situation, we were not offered the option to move to another table with a functional burner. I have been to the Melting Pot on a number of occasions, and I have always thought that service in this place was always top notch. That night, it was just not at par with my other visits."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very small portions. I was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very small portions. I was expecting to get a lot of food with the four course meal and did not. Definitely not worth the price."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
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Review 22 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food. Love the choice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food. Love the choice for smaller portions, so my wife and I could enjoy foundue without having to order for 4 people, like at most foundue places."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 23 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time using
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time using open table and dining at a Melting Pot. Both were outstanding experiences. The ambiance, selections and price of the Melting Pot were remarkable to say the least. Our lead server Chuck, was the right balance of entertaining, knowledgeable and non-invasive. His co-workers were also great support for removing things quickly. They covered each other well. We look forward to a return trip to try other items on the menu. The Melting Pot is definately one of our new favorite dining adventures."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a fun time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been there before they changed the menu and I like the menu changes. Making it so individuals could select different meats allows a couple or group to let the individual get what they want or to give a group variety. We also have family members with food allergies and it is easier for them to select a meal avoiding things like dairy. When it was based on a couple, we would end up with too much of the cheese fondue. My only wish would be to bring back the Boston lager cheddar fondue with the bacon. That was my favorite."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 25 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were seated at a table
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were seated at a table next to a family with three young, screaming kids. The shrieking went on through about an hour of our meal. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful, but it was difficult to hear him over the kids. We were seated under an air conditioning vent that made our whole party cold until we asked to have it turned off. I think a better table should have been offered us especially in light of the kids.
The food was good, but cost twice as much as it should have. I'd rather spend $40 at The Vault."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2005
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Review 26 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We have tried the San Mateo
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have tried the San Mateo melting pot a couple of times, and they always make it fun and enjoyable experience for us!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but not great...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had a good time celebrating my oldest and dearest friend's birthday. This was both of our first time at the melting pot. I did not know what to expect other than I knew that fondue cooking would take place at our table. I think that I imagined having our own personal chef, sort of like what restaurant goers have at Benihana, but that was not the case. Instead, we prepared our entree course at the table. The Mojo cooking style was good. We had 4-courses: cheese fondue, salad, entree and dessert. Unfortunately, the portions were small particularly the salad course and the vegetables that came with the entree. So, I'm not sure that the portion size compared to the cost was a great value but I would go back a second time."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 28 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was great at the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great at the Melting Pot, the wine was superb and the desert (Well, we had to order another to satisfy our cravings). Best of all, the service was impeccable and over-the-top, we will definitely go again."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 29 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Due to the prices being much
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Due to the prices being much more competitive than it should be, I would recommend this place for a 1st time experience, but not so much a to-go place."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beyond the bar...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was very impressed with everything-after leaving the bar! While the bartender helped the women, he walked off after and never even said boo to me. 2 bartenders one barback!
After a good 5 minutes the waitress came to seat us.
Adam went out of his way to take care of our needs at the table, the manager went overboard cleaning, wiping our table off for my son. Top notch in summary. Almost everything I expected."
After a good 5 minutes the waitress came to seat us.
Adam went out of his way to take care of our needs at the table, the manager went overboard cleaning, wiping our table off for my son. Top notch in summary. Almost everything I expected."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 31 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, poor service. 2.5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food, poor service. 2.5 hours to eat is a bit too long"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went with my wife and 2 pre-teen
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went with my wife and 2 pre-teen girls. Cheese fondue X 2 was OK. Had the meat/seafood plate X 2. Meats were very good quality and well seasoned. The Coq au vin broth was the better compared to carribbean one. Dessert fondue (yin/ yang) for the two girls was excellent. Only drawback was that this was a very expensive meal. Pricing on the menu is not clear and should be explained to you clearly by the waiter, which our waiter did when sked."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As we entered we felt very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As we entered we felt very welcome. The waitress was great in explaining how everything worked. The food was delicious."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, but stingy dipping items
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good, but they are stingy with any request to refill the bread or other dipping items. Most of the time, they charge even for a refill of bread cubes."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice spot. Super quiet on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice spot. Super quiet on a week day. Make sure to make a reservation!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We did the four-course deal.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We did the four-course deal. The cheese fondue was great, the salad was good and the chocolate fondue was great. The main course was kind of lackluster. The broth for doing the vegetables wasn't that tasty. It was a Saturday night, and I guess they were pretty busy, but it took a long time to get through the dinner (2.5 hours)"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
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Review 37 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A place all must try
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We found melting pot back in Hawaii on or honeymoon and fell in love. This place does not disappoint with great food and servers."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good afternoon,
Unfortunately, I was sadly disappointed. I want to first commend the Melting Pot on their delicious food. It was mouth watering and very delicious. I am writing this review to talk about our experience/ service. I had heard so much on how fun and different the Melting Pot dining was, so naturally I expected it. Our wattress was dry, rude and not personable. She didn't explain to us how the dining worked so when we got our food we felt tricked. When we asked her about what we were getting, she got very defensive and stopped coming by our table. I am not a picky person and really just enjoy the company of the people I am with when dining out, but half of what makes the melting pot great is the experience."
Unfortunately, I was sadly disappointed. I want to first commend the Melting Pot on their delicious food. It was mouth watering and very delicious. I am writing this review to talk about our experience/ service. I had heard so much on how fun and different the Melting Pot dining was, so naturally I expected it. Our wattress was dry, rude and not personable. She didn't explain to us how the dining worked so when we got our food we felt tricked. When we asked her about what we were getting, she got very defensive and stopped coming by our table. I am not a picky person and really just enjoy the company of the people I am with when dining out, but half of what makes the melting pot great is the experience."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
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Review 39 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I took my wife for our first
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my wife for our first Valentine's day together. She absolutely loved it! It was a set menu with few choices, but a great selection nonetheless, we enjoyed the food. Must say it's on pricey side, but it was worth it for us."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
cozy and romantic, but pricey
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've always thought fondue was one of the most romantic types of cuisine. It's slow and intimate, it allows interaction with your date. The melting pot, with its extensive wine list, quiet cozy booths, and friendly informative staff is a great place to bring a date or significant other. On the flip-side, dont expect to leave the restaurant for less than $130-150 per couple. For me that makes it a "special occasion" only resraurant."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Awful Service, Mediocre Food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was awful. The waitress would disappear for up to 20 or 25 minutes at a time. We would finish a course and sit there with empty plates waiting for the wait staff to show up again. A meal that should normally take around an hour took two hours and fifteen minutes. It was a terrible dining experience. The food itself was okay, but nothing exciting. The price of the meal and the 'experience' was far, far higher than I would have liked to pay. I don't see a compelling reason to ever return to Melting Pot."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
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Review 42 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We come here for special occasions and love it every time. The food is fun to prepare and the dessert is super delicious! Can't wait to come back again!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I wished their were more options
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I wished their were more options on the menu"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 44 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good to try for once,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good to try for once, but 240$ for something that I can make at home for 50$ or less isn't a great deal in my book. Would probably go back for lunch sometime, but never for a special occasion again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 45 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not good choice for Valentine's Day
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Disappointing experience for Valentine's Day. We were seated at a large long table downstairs despite having reservations. Server was nice but seemed rushed. Added bacon to the cheese fondue without warning (menu made no mention of ingredients) and had to start over (we don't eat bacon.) Restaurant was low on ramekins and other plateware as the server mentioned several times; had to keep going to the kitchen to find some. Another server even grabbed a plate we were finished with, saying "oh good!" Salads were about half the size of usual, and we received smaller protein portions for the meat course. The "bottomless" champagne was a nice touch but overall not nearly worth $99 a person. Halfway through a large loud party was seated next to us"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 46 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good, a bit pricy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good, a bit pricy for what we got compared to normal non-event dining at the melting pot, but still was good. Waitress did an awesome job."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 47 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first time at the Melting Pot and it was a great experience overall. My husband and I went for a late Valentine's Day dinner without the kids and enjoyed the classic 4-course meal for two and we shared a bottle of wine - delicious! The ambiance was perfect and service was great. We will definitely make it out again!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good experience for eating at a restaurant. Different from all other restaurants. They make the food in front of you (cheese fondue). You get to cook some of the food yourself (entrees). Good for a first date. However the location of this particular restaurant is not that great. Noisy, you can hear other people talk loud & clear, noise because of caltrain passing by every few minutes. However, like I said, it's a good, different experience. Service is good, wines are good, food is expensive but filling. But a one time experience is good enough for me"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice, as always. Waitress
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice, as always. Waitress was very pleasant, helpful, knowledgeable. The Spinach-Artichoke cheese fondu was excellent. Chocolate fondu to wind up the night was superb. Main meal fondu was adequate. A good time was had by the birthday girl."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
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Review 50 for The Melting Pot - San Mateo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
After they changed the menu,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"After they changed the menu, I find that effectively they increased price - less food (both quantity and quality) with higher prices. I don't think we go again for a long long time because for the same price, I have many many other options."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
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