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The Melting Pot - Gaithersburg

4.6
4.6
2016 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fondue
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 & cocktails, as well as 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 provides fun & lasting memories. Make reservations today & come dip into something different.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fondue, Dessert, Swiss
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 519-3638
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We have several different areas of the restaurant perfect for private parties of up to 45. Several groups have used the entire restaurant for lunch functions, which will hold over 150. Please contact us for any further assistance with large groups.
  • Private party contact
    Emily Nalda: (301) 519-3638
  • Neighborhood
    Gaithersburg
  • Cross street
    Shady Grove Rd
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    We offer a unique, interactive dining experience like no other.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NEW! Ultimate 5-Course Experience

    $84.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    $84 per person This is the over-the-top 5-course VIP fondue celebration that will dazzle and delight all 5 senses: • First Bite: Green Goddess Bacon Tomato • Chef-Crafted Cheese Fondue served with six savory “Double Dippers” • Choice of Fresh Salad • Premium Celebration Entrée (additional charge for Ultimate Celebration Entrée featuring lobster) • Chocolate Explosion Fondue: arrives in a spectacle of smoke, fire, and sparkles, make sure you take a picture! • Choice of Celebration Flowers (choose one add-on bouquet option) Make any special occasion Ultimate – from a birthday, anniversary, new job, graduation, and more, this menu will give your big night the extra it deserves! Call for availability for day-of reservations. 301-519-3638
    NEW! Ultimate 5-Course Experience Photo
  • Balloon Package

    Multiple dates available
    $17.95- A bouquet of balloons, and a box of chocolate wafers.
  • Flower Package

    Multiple dates available
    $28- 3 roses in a bud vase, and mylar balloon.

What 2,016 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

2,016 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Fondue here always fun, but the cost increases over the last 10 years are ridiculous.

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  2. SteveP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Nice experience. I think its a little pricey for the quality of food or meat specifically. Overall nice and the server was friendly.

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  3. MelaineK

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress was so nice and food was great! Highly recommend if you are vegan.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was phenomenal and we got a really private and quiet table!

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  5. Moose

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience in Fondue. Service great and quiet due to rabbit warren layout

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  6. allisons

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience5
    We did not like the Oktober Fondue Fest. And another server served our food to another table. And then our server said there was no more hot mustard trio to serve to us.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Fargo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a phenomenal experience! Our food was delicious as always, but this evening was made even better by our amazing server Anthony. He was kind, attentive, and went the extra mile to make sure we enjoyed our visit. We were also appreciative of the manager, Max, who checked in on us during our visit. Thanks for an awesome evening!

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  8. MindyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food. The kids and I had a great time and enjoyed everything. Server was super nice. Would go back in a heartbeat.

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  9. HOPEM

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and great food. It was my daughter's first time.

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Hopem! Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot and that Kameryn took great care of you! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  10. EricR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lonnie was a great server. Everybody there went above and beyond to make it a special event for us. Highly recommend.

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  11. KendalKulikowski

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing dinner and our waitress was the best!

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  12. BruceS

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Quite tasty. Service was great. Different and overall we had a great time

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Hi Bruce! Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  13. JenniferT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic- great experience ! Food was delicious as always

    The Melting Pot - GaithersburgResponded on October 17, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We are so happy that you are enjoying Melting Pot! As always, our team is looking forward to your next visit. We're here for you anytime!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall1food5service3ambience4
    Our reservation was at 9:15, we were seated promptly and our waiter was so kind. The concern began when we didn’t get our drinks for 30 minutes but hey we let it go. Things got really bad when our bread/cheese course took 45 minutes to get to the table. We didn’t get our salad course for another 30 and then our main course didn’t arrive until 10:30. At that point we skipped dessert because there was another couple that had been there since 7:30 and still hadn’t gotten their dessert course and it was 10:30! Ultimately we didn’t leave until 11:15 and unfortunately we really wanted dessert but we were not staying until midnight for it

    1 person found this helpful

  15. eguevara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kimberly was a great server provided my partner and I with various info as it was our first time here! Amazing service was provided❤️!

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  16. Foodguy32

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Usually, everything is better. The service was very average this time.

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  17. hnph

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When we arrived, there were rose petals and candles arranged, even though we hadn't requested them. Surprisingly, they still charged us for these items. It was romantic, but I wish they had given us the option to set them up ourselves before adding the charge.

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  18. KusumaM

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    We have been eating here for past 2 decades or so, from when this branch opened. But this time, the amount of cheese fondue, dessert fondue, and entree fondue was significantly less than before, the dip items were too large and unwieldy in item/cut size, the amount of dip items were lesser, and they ran out of bananas for dessert by 8PM. Also, despite noting on opentable reservation and telling the server that we were celebrating our son’s birthday, nothing special was done for him. We have pretty much celebrated his birthday every year here for the last 2 decades, except the past 3 covid years. They have always done something special. But not this time. Very disappointed. Also, the color scheme of the restaurant has become very old, outdated and dark. Should update to reflect a more cheerful and open space.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    Would definitely come back for the cheese and dessert

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  20. JeffreyT

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Service was awesome, as always. The booths are looking "tired". Worn and torn. Not a dinner napkin to be found. No linen Napkins. No paper dinner Napkins. Had to ask for more cocktail napkins. The Napkins at McDonald's are bigger.

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  21. SebrenaS

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was fantastic! Its a great place for special occasions or just if you are craving cheese and chocolate :)

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    With tip & 1 drink per person it averaged out to about $100/person. At that price we expect great flavor, service, & atmosphere. The food quality, flavor, & portion sizes have steadily declined since the onset of the pandemic. The staff is very friendly, but was disappointed with the items we forgot (specifically ordered stuff ahead & had items packed to go home w us) & staff didn’t remind us either. Not gonna fault them for that as it’s ultimately our fault, but definitely would’ve appreciated their assistance w this as well. Atmosphere is always nice but due for a refresh of the furniture. We were poked in the back w staples coming out do the booth cushions. This has always been where I have my annual birthday dinner, but it’s kinda no longer worth it anymore. Thanks Melting Pot, we had a good run while it lasted

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food was very good but the table was very crowded with stuff.

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  24. AnkurM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great experience. Apps and desserts are the best. the entrees are good also but require more work / skill

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  25. wabadam

    Washington DC

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic all around experience - cheese and dessert were the best! Nice beer variety too

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Food was good but ended up with a bad server. First they didn’t remember to put water in the pot, so our cheese ended up burning and we had smoke. Another server had to correct the measure. When it came to the entree she turned the pot on too low, the manager noticed it before our food arrived and turned it up. When she gave us the food she didn’t tell us how long any of the foods should cook for, so we left guessing whether things were done correctly. I chance it up to a bad server but a bad server still sours a restaurant that’s based on the experience.

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  27. KarenK

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Always love the Melting Pot. But they have definitely changed things since Covid. Cut back on variety of veggies for both cheese and main course. Wait staff seemed very stressed and hard to get their attention. Still give it a chance, as it is a fun resraurant!

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  28. MichelleM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful ThursDate experience! I would recommend to any couple.

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  29. HannaHoney

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Always enjoyable if you are with friends or family and want a 2 hour meal. Remember you can ask for extra fruits, veggies and bread.

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  30. KatherineH

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 20, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Overall, it was fine. We had cheese, salad, and chocolate. Caesar salad was great—as always, with the pine nuts. Strawberries were mushy with dessert. It would have been better not to serve those. And waitress brought dark chocolate with the Original fondue—which is normally milk chocolate, so we had to track her down and change it out. Been there easily a hundred times and never had that happen before…Cheese was perfect consistency and delicious!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience for our anniversary dinner. Definitely a place to come back to and enjoy again.

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  32. BrittanyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lenox was the best server ever! He was kind, funny, and very attentive. It was perfect for our anniversary.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it, haven’t been in years and it was delicious. I had the house salad and cheese fondue. The bread and apples are great dippers. My server was delightful.

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  34. MeltingPotLover

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    I love the Melting Pot and have been enjoying this location for years! Our server was new and TERRIFIC! The bacon mac and cheese fondue, which we tried for the first time, was also delicious! I was disappointed that even though the manger said he would "take care if it," we were charged a la carte for our entrees, and did not get the special BFFF price, even though that has never been an issue in the dozens of times I have been there so be cautious if you are looking to get a special price. Also, the Green Goddess, which I normally LOVE, was not made the way it typically is and was super salty & garlicky. The trip was fine, but not a great experience the way it usually is!

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  35. TedR

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was incredible! Theye were patient and allowed us to stay past closing,

    1 person found this helpful

  36. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I like the experience with my boyfriend! It’s a really cool place to meet 👏🏻😋

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great experience. Made a reservation with the touch of romance instructions and everything was very nice. I had special request a ring I brought with me be brought out with dessert and the staff delivered. Staff was exceptional.

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  38. DeannaD

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    Bad service, took forever to recieve drinks let alone food.

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  39. MkHW

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal and outstanding customer service! I wish I could remember our server’s name…she was amazing! Love this restaurant!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner! I wish I remembered my servers name so bad because he was so good! My family always goes to the melting pot for birthdays or special events and we always know to expect a slower service because it’s a 4 course meal and the servers are taking care of A LOT. We never have a problem with the wait, but I must say tonight we have never had such attentiveness! Our server said it was only his second week and our jaws dropped. Such a great experience, as always, but we were super shocked with the incredible service we received.

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FAQs

The Melting Pot - Gaithersburg offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 519-3638.

The Melting Pot - Gaithersburg is rated 4.6 stars by 2016 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Melting Pot - Gaithersburg

9021 Gaither Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Shady Grove Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Gaithersburg
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fondue, Dessert, Swiss
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We offer a unique, interactive dining experience like no other.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (301) 519-3638
  • Private party facilities
    We have several different areas of the restaurant perfect for private parties of up to 45. Several groups have used the entire restaurant for lunch functions, which will hold over 150. Please contact us for any further assistance with large groups.
  • Private party contact
    Emily Nalda: (301) 519-3638
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