Food Chain - Issue 203 - December 2024 | Page 101

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of its MeltBurgers with grilled chicken or Impossible patties . Gluten-free buns and bread are also available for those who need or prefer to avoid gluten in their diet .
The Melt ’ s sandwich options offer tasty alternatives to burgers . Customers can choose from the Three Cheese Classic to the Mac Daddy : a creamy mac ‘ n ’ cheese sandwich with sharp and medium cheddar and smoked bacon . The Sicilian Chicken sandwich combines grilled , chopped chicken breast with provolone , fontina , and grilled mushrooms on spicy garlic bread . For the best of both worlds , The Melt also offers its signature Patty Melt with spicy mustard and caramelized onions .
Recently , The Melt added crispy chicken sandwiches to the menu - featuring buttermilkmarinated , hand-battered , 100-percent all-natural chicken breasts . The Classic Crispy Chicken sandwich features pickle-jalapeño mix and Melt sauce , while the Hot ‘ n ’ Spicy Crispy Chicken sandwich gets a spicy crunch from fresh jalapeños and a big kick from the signature Spicy Melt sauce .
Beyond its classic Tomato soup - flavored with basil and a dash of cream , meals can also be complemented with thin-cut Idaho Russet fries - hot and crispy and sprinkled with signature Melt spice . Guests can also choose from Garlic Parmesan Fries - featuring spicy garlic butter , garnished with fresh garlic and shredded parmesan or Cheddar Bacon Ranch Fries - smothered in cheddar sauce , with crispy bacon and ranch . For those looking for a little green with their meal , entrée and side salads are available – with new salads on the way this coming Spring .
The Melt also features all-natural , handspun shakes – including its signature
Snickerdoodle and popular Cookies & Cream . The shakes are served thick and even available on delivery orders .
... we want to ensure that The Melt guests receive a best-in-class dining experience
Elevated experience
In addition to delivery services such as DoorDash , UberEats and GrubHub , The Melt offers online ordering through both its website and app and recently introduced a new rewards program where customers earn points with every purchase to apply for free items . Along with earning ten points for every dollar spent on direct purchases , Melt Rewards members also enjoy exclusive offers ,
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invites to local store events and early opportunities to taste new menu items .
The Melt is proud to give back to its communities through its fundraising program . Over the years , The Melt has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars by partnering with schools , youth sports teams and other local community groups and nonprofits . Hosting in-store fundraiser events , The Melt turns meals into meaningful support by donating up to 25 percent of every check to important community causes .
As the company expands into new territories , adding new flavor and product combinations , with Ralph at the helm , The Melt looks set for growth while still guaranteeing high-quality food and service . “ We are completely committed to delivering an ‘ I Love It Here ’ experience to every guest , every time ,” Bower says . “ Whether they are dining in our restaurant , grabbing food to go or ordering delivery , we want to ensure that The Melt guests receive a best-in-class dining experience .” ■
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