Schaumburg / Illinois / United States
Founded in 1975, The Melting Pot Restaurants is one of the leading franchise companies in the United States. It is a chain that operates more than 142 casual dining restaurants in over 37 U.S. states. The chain s restaurants specialize in signature fondue dinners that include salads, dipping sauces and chocolate fondue desserts. Its restaurants also serve a selection of wines, margaritas and cocktails. The chain s restaurants offer banquet facilities for corporate gatherings, bridal luncheons, school functions and birthday parties. In addition, its restaurants provide online reservation options and gift cards of several denominations. Some of the chain s restaurants feature private booth seating, soft lighting and art pieces. The Melting Pot Restaurants operates a club that offers information on wine-tasting events and food festivals. Additionally, the chain s restaurants organize dating events and prom and celebration nights. Its restaurants sell a variety of products, such as gift items, chocolate bars and salad dressings. The Melting Pot Restaurants has received the Secret Service Systems award from The DiJulius Group. The chain supports several community-based organizations, including Share our Strength and St. Jude Children s Research Hospital. The Melting Pot Restaurants provides franchising options to clients in Canada, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, China, India, Sweden and the Middle East.
