Fondue is an interactive dining experience that involves dipping bite-sized pieces of food into a shared pot, typically of melted cheese or chocolate. Here are a few Long Island restaurants where you can delight in this delicious culinary tradition that originated in Switzerland.
The Melting Pot. Located in Farmingdale, The Melting Pot is the original fondue restaurant offering a classic fondue dining experience with a variety of cheese, chocolate, and entrée options. They also have a full menu of cocktails, wines, and other beverages. Located at 2377 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale
Chat Noir. Chat Noir is a charming French bistro located in Rockville Centre serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and afternoon tea daily, plus dinner Thursday - Sunday. To sweeten its already extensive menu, Chat Noir recently added chocolate fondue made with fine chocolate and a variety of delectable dippers. Located at 230 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre.
The Cheese Patch. Offering what it says is a “true wine and cheese experience,” The Cheese Patch in Patchogue serves a selection of cheeses, Long Island and imported wine and craft beer, and light meals including a classic cheese fondue served with a choice of baguette, pumpernickel, broccoli, cauliflower, or green apple. Located at 20 East Main Street, Patchogue
Waterzooi Belgian Bistro & Oyster Bar. As part of its diverse, modern Belgian-inspired menu, Waterzooi in Garden City and Port Washington offers a fondue appetizer with farmhouse ale, Gouda, gruyere, apples, grapes, and baguette. Diners can also enjoy mussels and other seafood options as well as frites, waffles, and an extensive beer selection, featuring a variety of Belgian and craft brews. Located at 850 Franklin Avenue, Garden City and 1029 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington.