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The Melting PotDip Into Something a Little Different |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$325,000 to $400,000Total Investment
$876,695 to $1,544,695Required Net Worth
$700,000Number of Units
141In Business Since
1975* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Create The Moment
For the past 31 years, The Melting Pot Restaurant has succeeded in finding the right strategic partners to help us become the nation's leading fondue franchise concept. With over 100 locations open and numerous prime markets still available, the time has never been better to Dip into something different!
If the thought of having a full service restaurant without an executive chef, fryers, ovens and grills appeals to you, The Melting Pot is for you! We are an industry leader in providing turn-key franchise operational training and on-going marketing support through our Franchise Support Center. We'll even help secure your financing!
For the past 31 years, The Melting Pot Restaurant has succeeded in finding the right strategic partners to help us become the nation's leading fondue franchise concept. With over 100 locations open and numerous prime markets still available, the time has never been better to Dip into something different!
If the thought of having a full service restaurant without an executive chef, fryers, ovens and grills appeals to you, The Melting Pot is for you! We are an industry leader in providing turn-key franchise operational training and on-going marketing support through our Franchise Support Center. We'll even help secure your financing!
Products & Services
Fondue is a fun and interactive dining experience - and for more
than three decades, The Melting Pot has defined the niche across the
American dining scene.
The first Melting Pot opened in April of 1975 in Maitland, Fla. - just outside of Orlando. It was a cozy, quaint location and its first menu consisted of just three items: Swiss cheese fondue, beef fondue and a chocolate fondue dessert. However, as the restaurant's popularity expanded, so did its menu and ambiance.
Mark Johnston, who was working his way through college as a waiter at The Melting Pot, noticed the popularity boost and - with the help of his brothers Mike and Bob - scraped together funding to open The Melting Pot of Tallahassee in 1979 (with the blessing of the original owners in Maitland... of course). The Tallahassee location grew enormously popular, and within one year its success paved the way for future franchise expansion.
In 1980, the Johnston brothers decided to branch out and opened their second location in Tampa. As their business grew, the brothers began to consider franchising even more stores in order to expand. Then in 1985 Mark, Mike and Bob Johnston purchased all rights to The Melting Pot brand and established The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. - the new franchise company. After a year of research and reorganization, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. began its franchise offering.
From the start, the Johnstons were diligent in their search for energetic entrepreneurs who were as excited as they were about the concept and its potential. And their commitment to building a closeknit fondue family proved successful.
Today, with more than 120 locations across 34 states and with more than 45 locations under development, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. is the country's premier fondue restaurant franchise. At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different - and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.
The first Melting Pot opened in April of 1975 in Maitland, Fla. - just outside of Orlando. It was a cozy, quaint location and its first menu consisted of just three items: Swiss cheese fondue, beef fondue and a chocolate fondue dessert. However, as the restaurant's popularity expanded, so did its menu and ambiance.
Mark Johnston, who was working his way through college as a waiter at The Melting Pot, noticed the popularity boost and - with the help of his brothers Mike and Bob - scraped together funding to open The Melting Pot of Tallahassee in 1979 (with the blessing of the original owners in Maitland... of course). The Tallahassee location grew enormously popular, and within one year its success paved the way for future franchise expansion.
In 1980, the Johnston brothers decided to branch out and opened their second location in Tampa. As their business grew, the brothers began to consider franchising even more stores in order to expand. Then in 1985 Mark, Mike and Bob Johnston purchased all rights to The Melting Pot brand and established The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. - the new franchise company. After a year of research and reorganization, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. began its franchise offering.
From the start, the Johnstons were diligent in their search for energetic entrepreneurs who were as excited as they were about the concept and its potential. And their commitment to building a closeknit fondue family proved successful.
Today, with more than 120 locations across 34 states and with more than 45 locations under development, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. is the country's premier fondue restaurant franchise. At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different - and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.
Training & Support
From helping you secure your restaurant site to the training of you and
your employees, The Melting Pot Restaurants Inc. has a strong support
system to aid you in the opening and ongoing operation of your
business. Every business requires the dedication of not only money, but
also time. If you are offered a Melting Pot franchise, from your initial interest,
through the offer and acceptance of a Melting Pot franchise, you can
expect to spend approximately 60-90 days involved in this process.
Are You a Good Fit for The Melting Pot?
Monthly royalties are 4.5% of gross revenues. The
Franchise Agreement is for a period of 10 years. Success or agreements
are also 10 years. You must provide written verification of
your initial investment funds and secure the ability to get additional
financing of the remaining funds needed. The estimated development
costs for opening a Melting Pot Restaurant, including the initial
franchise fee, are as follows:
- Initial Franchise Fee of $35,000;
- Initial cash investment (non-financed) minimum is: $250,000 to $300,000;
- Additional Financing ranging from $727,845 to $1,494,395 or more, depending upon the site, market area and build-out costs. The total combined net worth minimum is $500,000.