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There are two questions that usually come
up about The Melting Pot: “Isn’t it delicious?” and “Is it really haunted?” When asked, those who work there answer, “Undoubtedly, yes.”
Nestled at the west end of picturesque downtown Littleton, The Melting Pot has become renowned for gourmet fondue and its ability to host special occasions, from wedding anniversaries to birthdays to date nights since opening its doors in 1997.
The Melting Pot serves up a deliciously
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One of four locations in Colorado, the ambiance in the 5,000-square-foot restaurant is truly one of a kind, with abstract moving wall art, muted lighting, secluded privacy on the lower floors, and mountain views and natural light on the
top level. Tony Wheeler, general manager
of the Littleton location for the last 15 years, describes the building as a “sinuous, winding and twisting” labyrinth of hallways with plenty of “nooks and crannies.”
The main attraction is the selection of delectable melted cheeses and chocolates and accompanying fresh meats, vegetables, breads and fruits to dip. There are several fondue cooking styles and sauces to enhance the flavor of every bite, and diners can use an item-specific fondue timer that lets them know when their entrees are ready to eat.
Part of what keeps customers coming back
time and time again is the interactive nature of fondue. “Things happen over a fondue pot that are really magical,” Wheeler said. “Once you break bread, you’re sharing. That’s communal dining. You put your cellphone down and just have deep philosophical conversations.”
Each meal includes no less than four courses, so the smorgasbord contains numerous flavor profiles. It’s far from a run-of-the-mill night out, and that is why The Melting Pot in Littleton has been going strong for 25 years.