Melting Pot Social - Tampa

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   Kimberly

   Tampa

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was exceptional and all of the food was delicious.
   

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   Julie

   Tampa

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   This was a completely underwhelming experience. Granted we were used to the old model and did look at the menu ahead of time so we knew it wouldn't be the same so we weren't totally surprised but still expected more. On Valentine's Day it was fairly empty which should've been a sign. We weren't in formal wear, but still nicely dressed. It was clear we were on a date and, given only two other booths were occupied, I can't figure out why the hostess would seat us next to the bathroom and kitchen opening. It was loud and people waiting for the bathroom absolutely killed any sort of nice date vibe. The booths on that side of the restaurant are like fast food slide in plastic booths. They had a different cozier style on the other side but weren't seating those. The hostess also apparently forgot to tell the wait staff we were there so we waited a good amount of time to even be acknowledged. The staff here comes across young and inexperienced. Our waitress was very nice and apologetic. She was also pretty attentive and one of the best things about the night.  The menu is absolutely gutted, it's like a Chili's took it over. You can still get cheese and chocolate dips, but their little cast-iron pots are the size of chafing dishes propped up on a little sterno. Everything did taste very good though.  We got a basic cheddar cheese "fondue" with some of the protein add-ons and it was delicious and came out really quickly. We also got side salads that we both really liked.  The cocktails were also nice, but we missed some of the regular favorites offered on their old menus. The dessert fondue was super rich and  we kind of appreciated the smaller size on that one.  I gave three stars because we were really disappointed in the experience overall, but our waitress was good and we did like the food and drinks we got. 
   

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   Nicole

   Tampa

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My friends food was very late coming out, it was over cooked as well she couldn't eat it. My mom's turkey club and more bread then meat. My burger Patty's were so tiny. This is the first time this has ever happened coming here. Was planning on coming back in March for another show at the straz now we are thinking twice
   

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   Bryan

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a great time, looking forward to the one closer to me opening up.
   

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   Mary

   Tampa

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Panini was charred to the point of being inedible. Couldn’t wait for a replacement 7:30 curtain. Mgr and server were attentive, kitchen was a disaster. Third and last visit.
   

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   Sandra

   Tampa

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great menu for a casual meal and very friendly staff!
   

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   Gina

   New York City

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience beginning with front desk, greeters, service staff and good.
   

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   Judy

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Waitress was hovering before we placed our orders and once we ordered she was no where to be found. Orders came out wrong but were then comped but part of the food order was not returned. This has been an ongoing issue and while we were trying to give the restaurant a fair shake, we do not think we’ll be returning.
   

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   Karen

   Tampa

   105 reviews

   4.0

   105 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice place to eat before a show at the Straz. Food and service were good.
   

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    Mark

    VIP

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Great place for a quick nosh before the theater.
    

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