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The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids

Welcome to The Melting Pot. We offer a truly unique dining experience created by the art of fondue. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, a long overdue date night, or celebrating with a group, The Melting Pot Restaurant is perfect for any occasion. Tailor your visit with a four-course dining experience including cheese fondue, salad, entree and dessert. Or, come by for fondue cheese paired with that perfect glass of wine from our extensive selection. That's not to say, we haven't had more than a few stop by to satisfy that chocolate craving after a movie.
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103 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(103 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 103 reviews
5 stars
(56)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(84)
  • romantic(65)
  • good for groups(44)
  • fit for foodies(29)
  • notable wine list(29)
  • late-night find(12)
The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids Reviews List
Review 1 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Melting Pot is a great place for celebrating a special event, or just enjoying a fun evening with friends. You can relax (once you make your menu choice) and enjoy the food and time together. Be sure you allow a couple of hours for a full 4-course meal. Don't rush it. TASTE the food, especially the dessert course. The chocolate is fantastic. If you only go for dessert, you won't be sorry. Have fun!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Come one, come all

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Went there with my husband for my birthday. We were seated at a romantic little booth just big enough for two people, high walls so it was very private. The server was excellent. He was knowledgeable, helpful, stopped by several times to check on us, but not so often that it was intrusive. The food was plenty, we left there full! I definitely recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 6/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Impressive

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our first time at the Melting Pot. We were impressed with the wait staff. Our waiter was wonderful when explaining the different ways to experience the Melting Pot. We really liked the way he was not "pushy" like other restaurants. We were able to eat at our own pace and he would casually just walk by and check if we were ready for the next course. We did not feel rushed. The atmosphere is laid back, quiet, and very enjoyable."
Dined on 6/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great date night

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Dined on 6/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I visited the GR location while in town for the weekend. I had made reservations the following day for the dinner, we were seated immediately upon arriving. Our server was delightful and knew the menu options from top to bottom. We were able to enjoy our dinner thanks to the great seating for two towards the back, which was free of distractions."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 5 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 6/08/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"It's a fun experience. The food was good and the service great. I always think the prices at a Melting Pot are rather high for the food that you get but it is a lot of fun."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not happy

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The first time we went we had a great experience. The waiter was very helpful since we had never been
So we went back. Worst experience ever the waitress wasn't helpful took the longest time to take our order never came back to check on us. We saw the waitress next to us more then our own. She wasn't polite when she did come back. It took us over 2 hours to eat a 3 course meal that the first time only took 1. Not happy. Not sure we will go back.
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Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Melting Pot

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Dined on 5/31/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"It was a nice one in a lifetime celebration event. Too expensive for one meal for a return visit."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wicked good

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Dined on 5/26/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a first date and i suggested the Melting Pot. He had not been there becore. Kristen did an exceptional job taking care of us. Everything about the experience was excellent. I think we have found "our" restaurant for all future events."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

yummy

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Melting pot was a fun place to go out with a group of friends. The cost would stop me from going there often ($60 for one person with a drink and tip), but for a special occasion it is fun. The service was fantastic and the ambiance was nice. I don't usually frequent chain restaurants, but this was still a fun and very tasty experience."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun bday experience w/ kids

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Open Table online reservations made getting a table easy.
Hostess friendly and proactive in being sure our young ones (6 , 9 & 11) were happy.
Service slow, but appears our server was charged with lots of tables that evening.
Food was good. Like their new "a la carte" type menu.
Had concerns our younger kids wouldn't do well here (food choices & length of meal), but discovered they have a kids menu. They even have Mac & Cheese option for picky eaters. With 2 adults & 3 kids, we order 2 "full experiences" and an entree for the 11yo. there was plenty of food for everyone.
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Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mothers Day

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pleasant experience overall. Options were limited because of lunch hours on Mothers Day. I also felt for the price the portions weren't adequate. Our server was a little slow in between courses. The food itself and the quality of the food was delicious and was pleased with that. I probably will only return if the other half is interested in going."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

So good, but expensive!

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a blast. It was expensive, but for a special occasion it is so worth it. The food was awesome! The ambience was very good, too. Thanks!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome experience

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was excellent - fun experience!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Poor service & wait forever

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a reservation 8 but wait til 8:30. Ordered 4 course dinner. Cheese fondue took almost an hour and a half and another an hour and a half for the entree... Chocolate fondue finished at 11:30!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 15 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Changes but not for the better.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Melting Pot seems to have taken a step backward having moved to smaller salads, smaller entrees, and having made the decision to step away from the Big Night Out. The changes they have made to the menu and portion sizes for each course seem like steps backwards. We used to enjoy going for a special occaision but don't feel like doing so anytime soon."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 16 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Even the best can have an off night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dining at the Melting Pot is normally a slam-dunk 5 star experience, but this time things fell short of the mark. Our waiter messed up our drink orders and the menu changes had a big impact on the wallet. The most annoying part of the night was the large party near us that had several small children. Not sure who thought that hot oil, sharp sticks, and toddlers was a good combination, and I certainly don't blame the restaurant for the patrons, but nosiy distractions simply highlighted the little things that went wrong."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous flavors, service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fabulous flavors, service, and overall experience!!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

In My Top Ten

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Brought my boyfriend back for another lovely dessert. We had a great time, it was busy but our waitress was great and we didn't feel rushed at all. Everything was wonderful and we hope to be back soon, hopefully for dinner as well as dessert."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Good Food, Bad Service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Reservation was at 8pm, we were not seated till 8:30. We ordered the 4-course meal. The drinks & cheese fondue came at an appropriate time, but after that everything went bad. It took forever to remove cheese fondue & bring the salad, then the meat course. And the whole time our drink were never replenished. Now I know this is not a normal restaurant, & it is going to take longer, but I have been here before when it has not taken this long. After the meat course was done & they took away our dishes, I then literally said out loud I think they forgot about us. We were the only table left in the restaurant, and still waited forever for the dessert course. It was uncomfortable eating while the staff was cleaning, I just wanted to leave."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 20 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great time, a great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a great time, a great experience, and a wonderful/knowledgeable server."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

we went there for our one

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"we went there for our one year anniversary.it truely a wonderful memory"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very unique dining experience!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very unique dining experience! We thoroughly enjoyed everything about our dinner. It was a bit pricey, but we did have a gift certificate. I will definitely consider gift certificates to the melting pot for those "hard to buy for" people!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 23 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

perfect for date night. must

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"perfect for date night. must have 2 hours to spend for dinner"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

HORRIBLY SLOW!

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very slow! Had to roam restaurant to look for our server!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2013
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Review 25 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always FUN! Nothing quite

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always FUN! Nothing quite like it. Like the new more individualized menu choices. Lets you dine without committing to a 2 hour timeframe. Great idea! Be careful in changing quality of products too much . . filet mignon this time was not the same as prior. Overall, continues as a WOW experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a WONDERFUL time, very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a WONDERFUL time, very unique. Kyle our server was fun, informative and did a GREAT job! The food tasted exquisite. Will definitly come again :)"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 27 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our server was awesome. She

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our server was awesome. She was very sweet and attentive and we had fast service. The food was all super yummy, especially the cheese app and the dessert. Highly recommend for a special occasion."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had an enjoyable 4 hour

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had an enjoyable 4 hour dinner with our daughter and her boyfriend. The waitress was was efficient and helpful. The food was delicious as always. I highly recommend the strawberry, almond salad which was exceptional."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 29 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The service is outstanding,

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"The service is outstanding, but the food is just so-so. I felt that the cheese course was the best, but that the items to dip weren't anything special. Just very dry and hard cut up bread pieces and veggies and apples...stuff I could get at the grocery store. It needs to be better than that. And the entree was unimpressive. Because the cooking style is the same for all the meats on your plate, the steak tasted exactly like the chicken. Who wants that? It's a good restaurant to experience once, but I don't understand anyone wanting to return. We've been twice in two years (special occasions) and we won't be back. The salads are tiny, the food is over-rated. And you pay big bucks just for the experience not the quality of the food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The description of the Caesar

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"The description of the Caesar salad said the pine nuts were parmesan encrusted, but they actually seemed to be carmelized, very sweet, kind of an odd note in a Caesar, probably would not order that again. The rest of the food was delicious. The server was very engaging. The entire restaurant was suffused with an odd smell, I could still smell it on my clothes after leaving the restaurant. I can only assume it was from the various pots of simmering wines? It was a bit off-putting. I am not sure if that would stop me from going again, but perhaps better air circulation would help? Overall, the food was delicious, the service was top-notch and the experience was definitely unique!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food with great service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing food and the special requests were perfect. Our waitress was awesome and couldn't have asked for more from her. She is a huge asset to the restaurant and to our overall experience!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our service was prompt and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Our service was prompt and friendly and the food is always excellent."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We got a four course experience,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We got a four course experience, and wow, what an amount of food! We ordered two of the entrees but different ones so we could share. Everything was great! Probably could have just ordered the entrees and the dessert. By the time we got to the chocolate pot we were so full we could hardly stand it. Everything was well worth it. We had gone with friends before and it wasn't as fun, but with a couple we really enjoyed ourselves."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2008
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Review 34 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic dinner, family is

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fantastic dinner, family is already asking when we can go back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not A Fan

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I've wanted to visit The Melting Pot for awhile, and I finally convinced my fiance to go a few nights ago. Overall I was pretty disappointed. I love fondue, but the cheddar fondue we ordered was extremely bitter and neither of us could get much of it down. When our main meal came we learned we would have to cook the meat ourselves in a pot of broth. Rather than enjoying our time together, we sat quietly trying to properly cook 2 pieces of meat at a time. Each piece takes about 2 minutes, so it was about that long between bites. The one highlight was dessert. We ordered the chocolate peanut butter fondue and it was just sweet enough and delicious. But 2 hours and $90 later I'm left wondering why we put ourselves through it."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 36 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time back in a fondue

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"First time back in a fondue restaurant in many years and Melting Pot did not disappoint. Food was very good, presenntation excellent and our waiter was very knowedgeable and helpful. Will go again with friends..."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Happy Birthday!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Perfect way to celebrate my birthday with my husband!! Loved the privacy we had to enjoy our evening. We enjoyed the Bacon and Brie cheese fondue and I was really impressed with the Strawberry Almond salad!! We look forward to joining the Melting Pot again soon!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 38 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was great, as well as,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was great, as well as, the wine list. One note, we were told the two larger wine glasses (bigger mouth for breath-ability of the red wine) were the only two in the restaurant. Is this truly the case? If so, for a restaurant who prides itself on the extensive wine list (yes, it really was nice) I am shocked to hear that the variety of wine glasses wasn't as vast. Even if you do have more than the two, you really need to extend the numbers."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 39 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Horrible service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"HORRIBLE service!!!! 10 minutes went by and no one cam to our table. We had to find someone. they went to get us someone and 10 more minutes went by. we were on 20 minutes before even ordering drinks. dinner took 2.5 hours!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience! The beginning

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great experience! The beginning and the end were the best!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful date night experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"A wonderful date night experience. The food was wonderful and delious. Having to cook things gav us time to get to know each other."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 42 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely great. Server came

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Absolutely great. Server came by just often enough. Didn't have to wait between courses. The Walnut salad thing is beyond amazing."
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was delicious! The

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was delicious! The drinks were overpriced and not consistent from one drink to another and had very poor mixing. The hostess was nice, polite and professional, as well as the server that brought our fondue pots out. Our waitress was less than desirable but the experience itself was wonderful!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great fun

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is a unique restaurant that is great for special occasions and they have great monthly events such as Girls Night Out, a special menu with set pricing. Don't go on an evening when you have somewhere you have to go afterwards because the restaurant is an event unto itself and is meant to be enjoyed leisurely."
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Anniversary!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"opentable you helped make our 6 year anniversary unforgettable! My reservation for the Melting Pot was my first expierience using opentable, and i was a bit sketched out when requesting specifics for my reservation requests in a box, but it worked out perfect! I requested the touch of romance package, where they seat you in lovers lane and put rose petals down on the table, which was very romantic. Our waiter was great and the service was a bit slow but it kinda made it better since it gave us more time to be alone! i highly recommend opentable, and of course The Melting Pot for very special occasions!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Went there with friends to

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went there with friends to celebrate a milestone birthday. Always have enough food and the variety of cooking styles, cheese and chocolate you get when you go in a group makes it almost better for a larger group than a couple. Although, the quiet booths in the back are among the most romantic spots for dinner in town...
Highly recommend lobster in the mojo cooking broth."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My wife and I went here for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I went here for our date night as part of the Weekend To Remember marriage getaway at Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. It was our second time going and it was just as good if not better the second time around. Great food, not too much noise. Great service. Only complaint was that I had put in for a handicapped accessible area and when we got there they had us in a booth which doesn't work so we had to wait. But other than that it was a tremendous experience."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 48 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Melting Pot is our absolute

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Melting Pot is our absolute favorite place to eat. We don't go nearly as often as we would like due to the cost but at least once to twice a year."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 49 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a fabulous time the food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a fabulous time the food and service was excellent and will definitely be coming back"
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 50 for The Melting Pot - Grand Rapids
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Steve

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A fun one-time event for sure, but would much rather spend a bit more and have a "real" meal at Ruth's Chris or Louis Benton. Service was mediocre, which shocked me being Valentine's Day.. I would not go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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