fondu

[jtphjl]

Has a Fondu restaurant opened in Westwood? -- 250 Center Ave.

Westwood, was the address I saw listed, for, "The Melting POt" has anyone been???

[Rachel Perlow]

I've been to a Melting Pot in Florida. It was a fun time for a bunch of girls on a pre-wedding trip. I could also see it being a romantic night out for two.

[Rosie]

As of now they are suppose to open the second week in November.

[Nutley Resident]

Has a Fondu restaurant opened in Westwood? -- 250 Center Ave.

Westwood,  was the address I saw listed, for, "The Melting POt" has anyone been???

My wife and I waited several weeks to obtain a reservation at The Melting Pot in Westwood. We traveled about 40-minutes and braved finding a parking spot in the very busy car lot that services an abundent amount of restaurants and vendors. The long walk from the farthest spot with howeling wind was well worth it!

The owner or manager, a tall Australian gentleman, greeted people upon arrival and circulated about the diners all evening. We had 7pm reservations and seated at 7:30 which I didn't care for, but were escorted to a section of the restaurant called "Lover's Lane" -- small booths just for two. My wife was delighted with the romantic lighting and privacy. Speaking of privacy, they have private rooms for larger parties.

I didn't see much of the place during our stay, but our server, James (an English major), was very pleasant and educating. He explained that there are stations that have two fondue pots vs the one unit we had. Each table had a modern electronic "black plate" that boiled the fondue oil or cheese or whatever was served. Speaking of which, we started with a Swiss Cheese fondue and had veggies, breads and apples to cover with a delicious white wine & swiss cheese mixture made right at the table by James.

Next we shared a Center Cut Beef fondue that had a salad. I didn't eat any of the salad, but my wife was enjoying it -- rasberry vinegarette w/walnuts & blu cheese on greens. Again, the main entree was delicious. 9 oz center cut beef that we cooked in a special oil (they have many choices of things -- a bit overwhelming). The dipping sauces seemed endless. I can't recall off hand but I think we had 8-10 different sauces. Too much to "digest" the first visit.

The traditional chocolate fondue was just wonderful. A nice piece of creamy cheese cake, brownie pieces, fruits -- ah!!! With a single glass of wine & gratuity we left $80 less in our pockets. I will SURELY return.

Their web site (The Melting Pot) is not very informative. The menu is very extensive -- perhaps "involved" is a better choice of words. I'm disappointed their site does not display the menu. I'm delighted, however, to have found this lovely restaurant!

[Rachel Perlow]

Sounds the way I remember the Florida location. If you aren't into oil based beef fondu they also have broth for a hot-pot-like meal.

[Rosie]

The following was on Table Hopping With Rosie 12/10.

Want fondue? The Melting Pot, NJ's only exclusively fondue restaurant at 250 Center Avenue, Westwood, has opened. Get your spears ready as this is a "cook your own" restaurant where the motto is "dip into something different. "

Start off with a specialty drink such as a raspberry, chocolate, or big apple martini and proceed to a fondue. A variety of cheese fondues are offered and can be served with bread, vegetables, or apples. Entrees which can be cooked in a choice of broths or canola oil include teriyaki sirloin, filet mignon, chicken, shrimp, lobster tails, vegetarian, and a seafood combination. The Melting Pot also offers a "Big Night Out" four course dinner for two as well as a three course prix fix fondue for two. In any case leave room for the nine varieties of chocolate fondue which are served with strawberries, bananas, pineapple, cheesecake, nutty marshmallow, pound cake, and brownies. After dinner drinks as well as wines by the glass and bottle are available.

The Melting Pot is open Monday to Thursday 5 till 10 PM; Friday and Saturday 5 to11 PM and Sunday 2 to 9 PM. For reservations call 201-664-8877.