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About Melting Pot

Melting Pot in Harrisburg, PA offers far more than dinner—it delivers a memorable fondue experience built around connection, celebration, and genuine comfort.

As a fondue restaurant, it invites guests to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasure of sharing a meal together, with heated pots of cheese, broth, and chocolate that turn every bite into an interactive moment.

Whether the occasion is a date night, a birthday, an anniversary, or just an evening out with friends or family, Melting Pot creates an atmosphere where conversation flows easily and dining feels special from the first course to dessert.

Known especially for dinner and dessert, it is the kind of place that transforms an ordinary outing into something worth remembering.

The menu is thoughtfully crafted to offer both variety and quality, making it appealing to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Guests can enjoy alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, organic dishes, small plates, a salad bar, and even a private dining room for a more personal setting.

The restaurant is especially recognized for its great beer selection, great cocktails, great dessert, and impressive wine list, giving guests plenty of reasons to return and explore something new each time.

With dine-in, takeaway, and delivery available, Melting Pot offers the flexibility today’s guests want, while dinner reservations are both accepted and recommended to help make the experience smoother, even during times when there is usually a wait.

Comfort, accessibility, and convenience are also central to the experience. The location includes a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping ensure that more guests can enjoy the restaurant with ease.

On-site amenities such as a bar, restroom, Wi‑Fi, and free Wi‑Fi add to the welcoming feel, while the ambiance can suit many different moods, from cozy and romantic to lively, quiet, trendy, or upmarket.

With a strong 4.60 out of 5 rating from 1,513 reviews, Melting Pot has built a trusted reputation for quality and consistency.

Conveniently located at 3350 Paxton St, Harrisburg, PA 17111, and reachable at +1 717-564-6358, it stands out as a polished yet inviting destination for anyone seeking a fondue experience that feels both distinctive and memorable.

★★★★★ 4.60 rating (1513 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Chanda Ayala

Chanda Ayala

10 months ago

Tim Farrell made my birthday experience incredible! Was super helpful walking us through the menu, and was very funny and personable! Would 100% come here again and request him!!! The food was phenomenal!!!

Alicia Miller

Alicia Miller

11 months ago

Had a great experience here. Waiter (I think his name was Nate) was excellent, along with the person with him in training. They were so helpful and knowledgeable with vegan items. Food was perfect, tons of vegan options for me, and steak for my husband. It is definitely an experience and absolutely takes 2 hours! So be prepared for that. It was a great night out for us and I’m glad I finally got to go.

Mindy Weakley

Mindy Weakley

5 months ago

All the staff at this location are top notch! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Especially being gluten free! Thank you to every staff member for making my birthday dinner with my family so special.

Destiny H

Destiny H

2 years ago

Very fun experience!!! Love the way its set up, tables are super private. Food was pretty good, the chocolate was hands down my favorite part 😁 I wasn't very full after our four couse meal, so it's not very big servings. The waitress was awesome, and over all the experience is worth it for sure!

Noah Smith

Noah Smith

year ago

Dining at The Melting Pot was an immersive and memorable experience that brought fun, flavor, and interaction to the table. We began with a rich and velvety cheese fondue, accompanied by an assortment of fresh breads, vegetables, and grapes. Each dip into the bubbling pot was a satisfying mix of texture and taste. The entrée course was a DIY adventure—raw meats, seafood, and dumplings ready to be cooked in a flavorful broth right at the table. The selection included marinated chicken, beef, shrimp, and even seasoned dumplings, offering variety and control over how everything was cooked. A delightful array of dipping sauces complemented the proteins, ranging from creamy to tangy to spicy—each enhancing the meal in its own way. The highlight, though, was the dessert: a Yin and Yang pot of dark and white chocolate fondue, beautifully presented and perfectly smooth. The dip tray included strawberries, bananas, brownies, blondies, and fun extras like Rice Krispies and rainbow-coated marshmallows. The service was attentive and informative, guiding us through each course with ease. Overall, The Melting Pot offers more than just a meal—it’s a shared culinary experience perfect for special occasions or an indulgent night out. Highly recommended for those who love food and fun.

Tim Kelly

Tim Kelly

month ago

The Melting Pot was a very cool experience. Our server, Brad, was excellent. He prepared the cheese fondue right at the table. For dinner we got the traditional oil pot which was amazing. There was so much food we ended up taking a lot home. We had the chocolate fondue dessert a few days later and it was delicious. Would definitely recommend for a nice and unique night out.

Ahron Katz

Ahron Katz

11 months ago

Absolutely loved my time there.really friendly staff and welcoming ! The food was amazing and the waitress Cathy was outstanding! Very patient as we took a while to decide what we wanted really friendly and polite and excellent service from her throughout our dining .she took time to explain the menu and how everything works with what we order ! Highly recommend the melting pot great experience and food. Extra bonus to have such an amazing server .

jonathonhinkle89

jonathonhinkle89

11 months ago

Tried this place out for the first time. Was immediately greeted by very friendly staff. Cameron was our server. What a great guy. Kept the drinks full, and was very consistent in his service. Funny and carry’s himself well. 10/10 service from Cameron. We also met Tim who spoke highly of the food and made great recommendations. Both gentlemen were a pleasure and the Melting Pot is lucky to have them. The food was enjoyable. I went in thinking I would not enjoy this style of dining and was very surprised. Garlic Steak is the way to go! Although the food was great, we’re returning because of the service these two gentlemen provided. 10/10 would recommend!!!

Larry Geisler

Larry Geisler

4 months ago

What an experience. Cheese fondue, chocolate fondue, great selection of entree. And if you are lucky enough to get Kerrick as your waiter one of your most enjoyable meals.

Pinky Lee

Pinky Lee

5 months ago

We had an amazing evening for the Galentine’s event on Tuesday night at the Melting Pot in Harrisburg. Danny and his staff are phenomenal! The experience was made even better with the gals from Bee Present Wellness featuring their offerings. Our server Cameron gave us five star service and the food was delicious! Thank you for such a great night!

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Salad bar
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Lively
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • On-site parking
  • Plenty of parking

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We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

3350 Paxton St, Harrisburg, PA 17111, United States

Reservations

+1 717-564-6358

Hours

Open Now · Sunday 1-9 PM
Thursday 5-10 PM
Friday 5-11 PM
Saturday 4-11 PM
Sunday 1-9 PM
Monday 5-10 PM
Tuesday 5-10 PM
Wednesday 5-10 PM
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