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February 25, 2025
Jay Davis
The Tampa, Fla.-based restaurant chain has scoped out Ann Arbor, Canton and Lansing as possible homes for the company’s newest locations. The first new restaurant could open as soon as late this year, according to Melting Pot CEO Bob Johnston.
Read More About Fondue restaurant plans Michigan expansion
February 25, 2025
Chris Fry
A fondue restaurant is celebrating their 50th year in business with big plans for the Garden State as The Melting Pot is looking to open as many as four new locations in some of New Jersey’s most prominent towns.
Read More About Melting Pot Plans New Jersey Expansion to Jersey City and Beyond
February 22, 2025
Hoboken Girl Team
In celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, The Melting Pot is planning to open at least two new locations in the Jersey City, Belleville, and Princeton areas within the next three years.
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February 06, 2025
Kimberly Redmond
As part of a strategic expansion effort, the popular fondue restaurant franchise aims to launch four new locations across the state over the next few years. Melting Pot says it will target the areas of Jersey City, Belleville and Princeton as potential sites. The company also says it could have at least two spots up and running by 2028.
Read More About Popular fondue franchise Melting Pot heats up in NJ
February 04, 2025
Susan Ellis
The Melting Pot — the Florida-based fondue restaurant — closed its Memphis restaurant at 2828 Wolfcreek Pkwy. near Wolfchase Galleria back in 2014. And ever since, they've said they want back in the Memphis market. They said it in 2014. And in 2021. And yet again in 2022.
Read More About Is this the year The Melting Pot returns to Memphis?
January 27, 2025
Rachel Greco
A fondue-themed restaurant chain with locations in Grand Rapids and Troy aims to open a Lansing area location in the next few years.
Read More About Fondue restaurant chain targets Lansing, Ann Arbor, Canton markets for new locations
December 31, 2024
Blaine Howerton
For two decades, the Melting Pot has been a beloved destination in the heart of Old Town, Fort Collins, offering more than just a meal—it’s an experience. Known for its interactive dining and warm hospitality, the restaurant has become a staple for celebrations and special occasions. To mark its 20-year milestone, I spoke with Alex LaBracke, who has played a pivotal role in maintaining the restaurant’s legacy, to uncover the secrets behind its enduring success.
Read More About The Melting Pot: Celebrating 20 Years of Fondue and Community in Fort Collins
December 03, 2024
Marco Ovies
Currently, Melting Pot has two Vancouver locations planned: one each on the west and east sides of downtown. However, it is still early days and exact opening dates and locations have yet to be announced.
Read More About Melting Pot shares plans for Vancouver expansion
November 18, 2024
Emily Shiffer
The Melting Pot, a chain of fondue restaurants based in Tampa, Florida, is eyeing Charleston for a 2025 restaurant opening.
“We have not actually secured Charleston–but it is at the top of our expansion list,” says Collin Benyo, Franchise Growth Strategist at The Melting Pot Restaurants. “We are looking for a franchisee to bring ...
Read More About The Melting Pot Restaurants Looks To Expand to Charleston
October 30, 2024
Glen Korstrom
A restaurant franchisor with a novel offering is aiming to find franchisees in B.C. The 49-year-old Florida-based fondue chain Melting Pot is first seeking a consultant to help the company understand the Metro Vancouver market and determine which locations would be best to lease space. It then plans to find franchisees to run two Metro Vancouver locations, CEO Bob Johnston told BIV.
Read More About U.S. fondue chain Melting Pot seeks B.C. franchisees
In total, over 60% of Melting Pot locations have completed their remodels as part of the Melting Pot Evolution initiative, and the brand projects another 14 locations to undergo remodels in Q4.
Read More About Melting Pot Finishes 14 Remodels in Q3
October 17, 2024
Bob Johnston
Melting Pot has launched a new program requiring only a $5,000 franchise fee per unit — a $40,000 discount — with a rebate paid at lease signing, as well as financial support for the period of time a restaurant is actively converting — up to $12,500 per month in lost income during the conversion buildout.
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Leaders from Melting Pot, Shuckin’ Shack, Wings and Rings, and more
weigh in on how they’re responding to inflation with innovative strategies
and value-driven experiences to ensure they stay top of mind for diners.
Read More About How Restaurants Are Embracing Creativity to Combat Inflation
August 14, 2024
Franchise Update Media
Franchise Update recently spoke with Melting Pot CMO Ana Malmqvist. Since joining Melting Pot in early 2020, she has dealt with Covid's impact on the restaurant industry and is now focused on building customer experiences and growing a loyal fan base. The brand now has more than two million active subscriptions to its Club Fondue loyalty program.
Read More About Melting Pot's Ana Malmqvist Takes a Customer-centric Approach to Marketing
July 15, 2024
Satyne Doner
The Melting Pot has elevated its ability to deliver on its promise to guests through its loyalty program, Club Fondue. It acts as an email newsletter, but guests can choose their nearest location to receive updates from, creating both a national and local identity. To date, there are over two million active subscriptions, many of which are highly engaged
Read More About Emotional Connections and Remodels Fuel The Melting Pot’s Growing Success
June 11, 2024
Hartford Courant
If only that site could talk.
It likely would tell quite a bunch of tales of rock concerts and sporting events of the past.
Now there is a new story being told at the former site of the New Haven Veterans Memorial Coliseum , which was demolished in 2007 and used as ...
Read More About A CT Couple Loved a Restaurant that Closed. They’re Bringing a New One to a ‘Famous’ Location.
June 05, 2024
Lifestyle Magazine
The Tampa-based fondue concept is continuing its South Florida expansion efforts.
Melting Pot , the renowned fondue franchise boasting 92 restaurants across the U.S., plans to establish its latest venue in Coral Gables by early 2025. After securing a lease for 320 Miracle Mile, the franchise is focused on developing the ...
Read More About Melting Pot Selects Coral Gables as Next Location
June 04, 2024
Franchising Magazine USA
The fondue franchise is actively growing in Tennessee, Arkansas, Nevada and California as it continues to field inquiries from highly qualified candidates in major markets nationwide.
Melting Pot , the beloved national fondue franchise, is heating up in 2024. With 92 thriving restaurants and another six in development, the franchise is ...
Read More About Melting Pot Growth Heats up With New Deals Signed, More Restaurants in Development
May 31, 2024
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
State’s first Melting Pot a family affair
The Natural State will soon be home to its very first Melting Pot fondue restaurant.
Fondue? Really? Is there really a successful chain of fondue restaurants in today’s world?
I’ve only heard “folk tales” from my parents about the fondue party fad of ...
Read More About LET’S EAT! | Fondue Family: State’s First Melting Pot to Bring Unique Dining, Community Focus
May 29, 2024
Miami New Times
Miamians who love fondue no longer have to make the trek to Kendall because the Melting Pot is opening in Coral Gables.
In a sea of Benihanas and Cheesecake Factory chains nationwide, there's one restaurant chain that marches to the beat of its own drum, and its name is the Melting Pot . ...
Read More About Fondue Lovers, Rejoice: Melting Pot to Open in Coral Gables
