Melting Pot Social - Tampa

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   MandiJ VIP

   Tampa16 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on March 2, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a reservation here for several weeks for our daughter’s ninth birthday party. When we arrived, we were graciously greeted by the host and servers who were kind and pleasant in every way. They let us know that there were a lot of items that were unavailable on the menu and that the reason was is that they just were informed the night before that their job was ending. Melting pot do better! There’s no way that you didn’t know that you would be closing this location and giving your staff 24 hour notice is really despicable.
   

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   Tonya VIP

   Tampa68 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   David was our server. My daughter and I were attending the MJ the Musical. The service and food was excellent. We have eaten here once before. We don’t get the fondue. But have enjoyed the shareables. And the club sandwich. The social sangria was not good to me. Too sour. So I ordered a wine. The wine list is not great. But that’s ok. We look forward to our visit!
   

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   Debra

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our experience on a lovely spring afternoon before a show at the Starz was the perfect pairing. We had delicious food in an energetic environment and great service. We will be back, so many more choices to try!
   

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   Julie VIP

   Tampa16 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on February 26, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   The primary issue was food from the kitchen. Entire table was not serves at the same time or even close. First item delivered within 10 min of order and last item 1 hour after order place. Manager was extremely responsive, apologetic and took all the food off our final bill.
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Atlanta1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Of the concept, I just think the location is off Might do better in Soho
   

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   Juli VIP

   Tallahassee24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Isabelle was an awesome waitress. Burger Monday is a bargain. Fondue was great!
   

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   Angel

   Denver4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great first time. Server was knowledgeable. Would definitely revisit again. Food was top tier. Multiple choices of food.
   

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   Kimberly

   Tampa5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was exceptional and all of the food was delicious.
   

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   Misty

   Tampa5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Stopped in for brunch prior to a show. Very good food. Marissa was a very attentive server! Overall great experience .
   

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    Julie

    Tampa6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1

    This was a completely underwhelming experience. Granted we were used to the old model and did look at the menu ahead of time so we knew it wouldn't be the same so we weren't totally surprised but still expected more. On Valentine's Day it was fairly empty which should've been a sign. We weren't in formal wear, but still nicely dressed. It was clear we were on a date and, given only two other booths were occupied, I can't figure out why the hostess would seat us next to the bathroom and kitchen opening. It was loud and people waiting for the bathroom absolutely killed any sort of nice date vibe. The booths on that side of the restaurant are like fast food slide in plastic booths. They had a different cozier style on the other side but weren't seating those. The hostess also apparently forgot to tell the wait staff we were there so we waited a good amount of time to even be acknowledged. The staff here comes across young and inexperienced. Our waitress was very nice and apologetic. She was also pretty attentive and one of the best things about the night.  The menu is absolutely gutted, it's like a Chili's took it over. You can still get cheese and chocolate dips, but their little cast-iron pots are the size of chafing dishes propped up on a little sterno. Everything did taste very good though.  We got a basic cheddar cheese "fondue" with some of the protein add-ons and it was delicious and came out really quickly. We also got side salads that we both really liked.  The cocktails were also nice, but we missed some of the regular favorites offered on their old menus. The dessert fondue was super rich and  we kind of appreciated the smaller size on that one.  I gave three stars because we were really disappointed in the experience overall, but our waitress was good and we did like the food and drinks we got. 
    

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