Celebrate your special occasion – or the everyday – at Melting Pot in Sarasota.
At The Melting Pot in Sarasota, we have the space to handle any size group. From accommodating you and your special someone on date night to arranging space for your entire family to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion, we have a seat for you and your friends. No matter how many people you bring in for gourmet fondue, they will all find something delicious on our menu.
Enjoy handmade cocktails and craft beers while you dive into a bubbling pot of our artisan cheeses. Before the main course, you can cleanse your palate and enjoy a salad with one of our signature dressings. From succulent shrimp and cold water lobster to delicious chicken and filet mignon, our entrées come with your choice of seasonings. Finish the meal with a delicious pot of our decadent chocolate fondue. We also have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.
Get a head start planning your event by calling us at 941-365-2628 or simply click below to print our Large Party Agreement. Our Large Party room seats up to 18 guests.
Large Party Menu Options
Please choose two cheese fondue selections. We highly recommend having the cheese fondue pre-set with all large parties. Seasonal cheese fondue selections may be available upon request.
- Classic Alpine: Gruyère, Raclette, Fontina, White Wine, Garlic, Nutmeg.
- Wisconsin Cheddar: Aged Cheddar, Emmenthaler, Sam Adams Boston Lager®, Garlic.
- Spinach Artichoke: Butterkäse, Fontina, Parmesan, Vegetable Bouillon, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Garlic, Tabasco®.
- Mac & Cheese: Macaroni Noodles, Bacon, Shallots, Five Cheese Blend, Seasoned Bread Crumbs.
- Fiesta: Aged Cheddar, Emmenthaler, Sam Adams Boston Lager®, Housemade Salsa, Jalapeño.
- Location Favorites: Ask about our current local favorite cheese fondue options!.
Please choose one salad selection for your guests to enjoy. Seasonal salad selections may be available upon request.
- Melting Pot House: Mixed Greens, Cheddar, Tomatoes, Croutons, Scallions, Egg, Choice of Dressing.
- Caesar: Romaine, Parmesan, Croutons, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan-Dusted Pine Nuts.
- California: Mixed Greens, Candied Pecans, Gorgonzola, Tomatoes, Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette.
Entrées are presented on one platter to serve every two guests and are accompanied by fresh assorted vegetables and our unique sauces for dipping. Price is per person and includes all four courses, cooking style, and soft drink, iced tea, or coffee.
- The Classic: $65 per person — Shrimp, Memphis-Style Dry Rub Pork, Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, Garlic Pepper Steak, Herb-Crusted Chicken Breast
- Steak Lovers: $66 per person — Brown Sugar Bourbon Rub Steak, Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, Garlic Pepper Steak
- Land and Sea: $62 per person — Garlic Pepper Steak, Herb-Crusted Chicken Breast, Shrimp, Atlantic Salmon
- Pacific Rim: $62 per person — Shrimp, Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, Chicken Potstickers, Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna, Duck Breast
- The Garden Pot: $62 per person — Impossible™ Polpettes, Red Onion, Asparagus, Zucchini, Mini Sweet Peppers, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Artichoke Hearts
- Children’s Selection: $32 per child — Cheese, Entrée, Chocolate
Cooking Styles: Our entrées can be prepared with any of the cooking styles listed below. Please choose up to two.
- Coq au Vin: Burgundy Wine, Mushrooms, Scallions, Garlic.
- Mojo: Caribbean-Inspired, Garlic, Cilantro, Citrus.
- Seasoned Court Bouillon: Seasoned Vegetable Broth.
For a perfect ending to the experience, indulge in delicious chocolate fondue served with a variety of decadent dippers. Seasonal chocolate fondue selections may be available upon request.
- Flaming Turtle: The creamy flavor of milk chocolate is melted with caramel, flambéed, and topped with candied pecans.
- Pure Chocolate: Pick from the flavors of milk, dark, or white chocolate.
- The Original: The smooth flavor of milk chocolate is melted with crunchy peanut butter.
- Yin & Yang: The decadent and buttery flavors of dark and white chocolate fondue are artfully swirled together.
- Location Favorites: Ask about our current local favorite chocolate fondue options!.
Deposits: A $100.00 deposit is required at the time of booking for parties of 8 or more guests. The $100.00 deposit will be applied towards your total bill the day of your event.
Reservations: Large parties enjoying a four course meal are booked for a leisurely three hours. As a courtesy to other guests booked after your reservation, please ask your guests to arrive on time and allow for travel and traffic conditions.
Confirmation:A final confirmation number of guests must be given to a manager two days prior to your event. This isthe final count for which you will be billed.
Cancellations: We understand the occasional inevitability of last-minute changes. Therefore, our cancellation fee of $20 per person will only be applied if more than one third of the party fails to show up without a 48 notification.
Entertainment:For cocktail parties, receptions or any event, we will be happy to help arrange entertainment; however, the size of our facility may limit your options.
