MELTING POT CONTINUES GROWTH
Melting Pot Growth Heats up With New Deals Signed, More Restaurants in Development The fondue franchise is actively growing in Tennessee, Arkansas, Nevada and California as it continues to field inquiries from highly qualified candidates in major markets nationwide. Want to own your first Melting Pot?
Melting Pot, the beloved national fondue franchise, is heating up in 2024. With 92 thriving restaurants and another six in development, the franchise is bringing its unique experiential dining model to more markets nationwide as it helps guests connect, celebrate, and enjoy a one of a kind dining experience. The brand’s expansion is fueled by a surge of interest from enthusiastic franchisees. Recently, it inked deals for Nashville, Tennessee, and Bentonville, Arkansas, and interest in the fondue concept is heating up in Reno, Nevada, and Fresno, California, too. Franchisees in New Haven, Connecticut, also recently signed a lease for 20 George Street and have begun development with plans to begin serving guests this fall. “It’s clear that this goes beyond just a business opportunity for our owners. The people who become a part of our franchise community want to be the caretakers and custodians of the Melting Pot brand in their communities,” CEO Bob Johnston said. “For guests, we offer a chance to escape, make great memories, and pursue dreams. For somebody who becomes a franchisee, we do something similar. We give them a chance to immerse themselves in the business and create memories for themselves, their team members, and the countless guests they’ll end up serving.”
The multigenerational franchise team working to open in Bentonville fits this mold quite well. “We’ve been long-time Melting Pot guests. It’s a product that we all love and believe in, and it’s something that’s particularly suited for the Bentonville area,” said Chad Hickerson, one of the Arkansas owners. “We want to deliver a quality food and dining experience that will quickly become a hallmark of special occasions and even routine enjoyment for countless individuals, couples and families in the region and beyond.”
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