Celebrating?
Surprise your special someone with a celebration package!  See our
reservations page for pictures and more information.


Early Bird Special
Receive 20% off your food and soft beverages when you reserve a table
before 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays!  Discount valid with a
reservation at 4:45pm and earlier. Entire party must be seated by 5pm
 to receive discount. Call (865) 971-5400 for more details.  Not valid with
any other offer. Excludes holidays and special events.


Service Industry Night
Every Monday- Bring a photo I.D. and a paystub from any
restaurant, hotel, or nightclub and receive 25% off food for
yourself and one guest. We are also offering select bottles of
wine for $20!  Make your reservation today. Not valid with any
other offer.  Excludes holidays and special events.



Military Discount
We welcome all members of the military to enjoy 15% off food  for
themselves and one guest when they show their I.D.  Not valid with
any other offer.  Excludes holidays and special events.

Fondue F.A.Q.
(Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: What is fondue? What kind of food do you serve?
A: The word fondue literally means “to melt." Fondue is a Swiss tradition
where bread is dipped into communal pot of melted cheese.

At The Melting Pot, we serve a fondue dinner in four courses: cheese
fondue, salads, entrée, and chocolate fondue. Cheese fondue is prepared
tableside by the server and comes with bread, apples, and vegetables for
dipping.

We have a wide selection of salads and each guest can choose their own. 
Guests cook their own entrée course at the table while the server provides
cooking instructions. All entrées are served with a fresh vegetable medley
and dipping sauces.

The final course is chocolate fondue. We melt milk, dark, and white
chocolate in our kitchen and serve it with cheesecake, pound cake,
marshmallows, strawberries, bananas, Rice Krispy treats, and brownies for
dipping. Please visit the “Menu” section of our website to view the full menu.

Q: Do you require reservations?
A: We will attempt to accommodate walk-in parties, but we always HIGHLY
recommend reservations. Please call (865) 971-5400 after Noon daily to
make a reservation or visit the Reservations section of our website to make
them online.

Q: How long does it take to eat?
A: It usually takes about an hour and forty-five minutes for a party of four to
complete a four-course dinner. Parties of ten or more can take as long as
three hours.

Q: How much is a standard dinner for two people?
A: Our Big Night Out, which includes all four courses (cheese fondue, salads,
entrées, and chocolate fondue), starts at $74 per couple. Please visit our
Menu page to view the entire menu with prices.

Q: We normally order The Big Night Out when we go as a couple.
How does it work when we have an odd number of people?
A: We can add on half orders of any Big Night Out with the exception of
the Big Night Out Fondue Fusion (we don’t have half lobster tails). The cost is
half the price of the dinner for two.

Q: Can I come in for dessert only?
A: Yes. We also take dessert reservations later than full dinner reservations, so
please keep this in mind when making the reservation. As always, we
recommend reservations or calling ahead even when guests are just coming in
for dessert.

Q: Do you do anything special for birthdays or other special events?
A: We always put a birthday candle in the cheesecake served with the chocolate
fondue. We also offer celebration packages for all special events.

Celebration packages are placed on the table prior to your arrival. Each package
includes a card, a gift in a gift bag, balloons, and a picture taken tableside
and placed in a souvenir frame. Celebration packages are $10.

For more information on the packages visit the Reservations section of our
website or call (865) 971-5400 to speak with a hospitality specialist.

Q: What is your dress code?
A: We describe our dress code as “casual but nice." We do not require a jacket
and tie for men: a polo and khaki pants or shorts are just fine. Women generally
wear everything from an evening dress to a nice pullover and pants.

Q: How many people will your largest table seat?
A: We have one table in the restaurant that will accommodate up to 16 adults.
Parties of seventeen or more require a party agreement and will need to be
seated at separate tables. Please visit our Banquet and Events page for more
information about large parties.

Q: Is your restaurant child-friendly?
A: We can accommodate children of all ages. Most children over seven years
old find the experience fun and exciting. Considerations for children are hot and
sharp objects are on the table at all times and a four-course dinner for two takes
about an hour and forty-five minutes.

Please let us know when making your reservation if you will need a high chair or
booster seat.

Q: Are you handicapped accessible?
A: We will make all attempts to accommodate guests with handicaps. Our
restaurant is located on the lower level of a historic building and there is a set of
stairs to reach the dining room. We do not have a ramp or a back entrance. Our
staff can move a non-electric wheelchair down the stairs and will be happy to
assist in any other way, even if it’s just lending an arm.

Our hospitality specialists will also attempt to seat the party at a table near the
front of the dining room, as there are also steps throughout the dining room.

Please let us know if anyone in your party will need assistance when you make
your reservation.

Q: I have a certificate for a free chocolate from the Fondue Club. How does that
work?
A: The certificate is redeemable for a free small chocolate with the purchase of 
either The Big Night Out, or any two entrees plus a cheese fondue for two.
Management will subtract the price of the chocolate from your check. These
certificates cannot be used with any other promotional offer.