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The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA
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The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA

The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter

4.5
4.5
2601 Reviews
$50 and over
Fondue
901 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to The Melting Pot San Diego Gaslamp. Located on 5th Ave & E St in the historic Gaslamp Plaza Suites, the San Diego - Gaslamp Melting Pot Restaurant brings a truly unique, romantic and interactive four-course fondue dining experience to San Diego's vibrant downtown dining scene!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Fondue, Vegan, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Carmelo Ortiz
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    The Melting Pot has two private dining rooms to serve our guests. The first accommodates 8 people comfortably while the second suits up to a party of 16.The whole restaurant is also available for larger parties
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    E Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Trolley stops on 5th and C st
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ultimate Romance Dinner for Two- $239

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a Romantic Night Out with a Four Course Dinner for two, A Dozen Roses, Rose Petals with a Floating Candle on the the table top, as well as a Bottle of Sparkling Wine with Heart Shaped Strawberries on the rim. End the night with a take home photo for memories. Payment will be added to final check.
    Ultimate Romance Dinner for Two- $239 Photo
  • Touch of Romance - $19.95

    Multiple dates available
    Spice up your night with a Touch of Romance. Rose Petals and a Heart Shaped Floating Candle elegantly placed on the table before you arrive. Payment will be added onto final check.
    Touch of Romance - $19.95 Photo
  • Balloon Bouquet - $30

    Multiple dates available
    Bring joy to every occasion with a vibrant Balloon Bouquet. Payment will be added to final check.
    Balloon Bouquet - $30 Photo

What 2,601 people are saying

The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Romantic

  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • San Diego

    Romantic

  • San Diego

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Melting Pot in Gaslamp Quarter offers a unique fondue dining experience in a historic 1913 building with "great decor." Guests appreciate "amazing" service and "delicious" food, especially during happy hour. Despite occasional slow service, the "fun family dinner" and special event options make it a memorable spot for celebrations.
2,601 Reviews
  1. Taylor

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite place to go for a treat! Happy hour is definitely the best time to go too!
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded 5 days ago
    Taylor, thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! I am so glad to hear that you enjoy visiting our establishment, especially during happy hour. We strive to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  2. Braun VIP

    Denver11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    First time here so menu and ordering was very complex — wished I had really studied the options before coming. One person at the table had a good allergy but everyone ended up getting that kind of food, though that was not the intent. Service was “ok” but everything took forever, which is especially tough when dining with 3 hungry kids. Neat building from 1913 with great decor. Food itself was terrific, especially desert.

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  3. Tammi

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing, including the staff!
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 31, 2025
    Tammi, I'm delighted that you enjoyed your experience at our Melting Pot. We strive to provide exceptional service and it's gratifying to know that our team delivered. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  4. Dan VIP

    Austin10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, the dessert was awesome. Would go again.
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on April 3, 2025
    Dan, I'm delighted to hear your visit to The Melting Pot was such a pleasant experience. We strive to provide exceptional service and delectable cuisine, so it's gratifying to know we delivered on that promise. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback – it means a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. WillnAli VIP

    San Diego21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We made reservations at 7:15pm, arrived 30 minutes early. We waited at the bar and watched some March Madness til our table was ready, 10 minutes earlier than our reservation, kudos on you guys for keeping those reservations on time and earlier. There was a special event going on, a server called in sick, and seemed extra busy. But with all that going on, it didn’t interrupt our excellent dining experience. We had recently been there, so we knew exactly what we wanted. We stuck with just the cheese fondue but added the charcuterie board and shared the Strawberry Almond Salad, which was delicious and incredibly filling!! Our server was very nice and attentive. Thank you Devon!! We used the valet next to the Melting Pot, very highly recommended. If you hit the Ace parking, you passed the cheaper valet.
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 24, 2025
    Will, I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent visit to our restaurant. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to accommodate your reservation promptly and provide attentive service throughout your dining experience. Thank you for the kind words and for recommending our establishment – we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  6. JOSHUA

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a excellent experience
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 19, 2025
    Joshua, I'm so glad you had an excellent experience at The Melting Pot. Your satisfaction means everything to us, and we're delighted to have provided you with a memorable visit. Thank you for the kind words!

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  7. WillnAli VIP

    San Diego21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to try the The Melting Pot on a Monday. We made a later reservation at 7:30pm. We tried the 4 course dinner, which consists of, cheese fondue with veggies and bread pieces, salad (4 to choose from), 5 types of meat with your choice of fondue cooking styles and then an amazing dessert of many choices of chocolate fondue paired with fruits and bite sized dipping treats. The food was amazing, our server Vanessa was very polite and had great recommendations for us. The prices are worth every penny, not only for the delicious food, it’s also a fun experience if you’ve never tried fondue! We were informed that there is happy hour with the cheese and chocolate fondues every weekday, which we will definitely be back for!!
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 14, 2025
    Will, I'm thrilled you loved your visit to The Melting Pot! Your praise for our tasty fondue and Vanessa's excellent service means a lot. We aim to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience, so I'm pleased we succeeded. Thank you, and we can't wait to have you back!

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  8. Terence VIP

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Been here a number of times. Went for daughter’s birthday. Food is what you make it. All in all good time.
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 12, 2025
    I am so glad you had the opportunity to celebrate your daughter's birthday with us, Terence. It's wonderful that the experience allowed for quality time with loved ones. We look forward to hosting you again soon for another memorable family occasion.

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  9. Nicole

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was an outstanding experience with delicious food and wonderful service!
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 12, 2025
    I am so glad you enjoyed your dining experience with us, Nicole! We strive to provide outstanding food and service to each of our valued guests. Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  10. KimTroyCromwell VIP

    Las Vegas14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Peyton was our server and she was absolutely wonderful!!! We had never been there before and she walked us through all the details so we felt super comfortable about our choices. We loved the food and the experience itself was super cool!!!
    The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterResponded on March 3, 2025
    Kim, I am so glad to hear that your experience with Peyton was exceptional! We strive to provide warm hospitality and thorough service to ensure our guests feel comfortable and satisfied. Thank you for dining with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter is rated 4.5 stars by 2601 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter

901 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    E Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Fondue, Vegan, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Trolley stops on 5th and C st
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carmelo Ortiz
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    The Melting Pot has two private dining rooms to serve our guests. The first accommodates 8 people comfortably while the second suits up to a party of 16.The whole restaurant is also available for larger parties
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