Forever Fondue is a unique place that offers a service that
differentiates itself from other restaurants in the area. Located in the
downtown district of La Jolla its customers consist of both locals and visitor
foot traffic. If you have never had your dinner cooked from a fondue pot, this
is your opportunity to try it. There is
nothing wrong with engaging in the unique from time-to-time just like your parents
did in the 1960’s.
The restaurant has a variety of food options but centers
around cheese, desert, salads and a main course. For two people the average
price for a four-course meal is around $60. I ordered the $65 seafood combination
that includes Mahi Mahi, Ahi, vegetables, mussels and salmon. By the time I
finished the salad, cheese, main course and desert there really was not any
room to eat anything else. This size meal might have been enough for at least
three or more people.
The décor is traditional American with booths and table
seating. There is a small bar in the back of the restaurant. At the time, I
went it did not appear to be used or staffed but this may depend on the day. A host provided you with a seat and any beverages that you desire. Staff was
friendly and dressed in simple server clothing of black pants and black shirt.
Fondue feasting is a slow process. One should not come and
expect to be in and out within forty-five minutes. It takes a while for the
fondue pot to heat to a steamy froth and each course is brought to guests in a leisurely
manner. If is a great place to frequent
if you are looking to spend some time with your family or have a long
conversation with someone. The fondue bowl provides something to play and
fiddle with as you connect with others on the table. It is known as a communal
pot for a reason.
The fondue dish was popular in the sixties and seventies as
a party offering. Originally from Switzerland the fondue pot was used to melt
cheese, wine and sometimes brandy. Stale pieces of bread or cheese were dipped
and eaten in a traditional peasant style. The earliest known writing about
fondue came from the Alps in a work entitled “To cook cheese with wine” around
1899. In the mid 1960’s chocolate became
an addition to the whole fondue experience.
Forever Fondue
909 Prospect St #190
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 551-4509
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