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Discover Little Dipper Fondue, located at 138 South Front Street in Wilmington’s historic downtown district, where romance and celebration meet delightful fondue dining. Perfect for romantic dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, or girls’ nights out, our award-winning atmosphere offers a unique Swiss-inspired four-course experience that captivates both taste buds and hearts. With diverse menu options, including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan choices, alongside handcrafted cocktails and local wines, we cater to every guest. Ideal for large parties or intimate date nights, Little Dipper Fondue ensures every occasion is memorable. Reserve today for your next celebratory dinner!
Fondue specialist offering eclectic 3-course meals in a cozy, modern space with a back deck.
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Address: 138 S Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: (910) 251-0433
Website: https://www.littledipperfondue.com/
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Brad Gross
My wife and I had a top-notch experience at The Little Dipper recently. We were seated in a private booth, which made the evening feel personal and relaxed.
A huge shout-out to our waitress, Erica—she was absolutely amazing! She was incredibly social, gave us a perfect rundown of how everything works, and stayed on top of all our questions throughout the night. We felt genuinely well-taken care of from start to finish.
If you live in the Wilmington area, you have to give this place a try, whether you’re a fondue pro or a total beginner. Plus, they run weekly specials that honestly can’t be beat. We will definitely be coming back!
… moreA huge shout-out to our waitress, Erica—she was absolutely amazing! She was incredibly social, gave us a perfect rundown of how everything works, and stayed on top of all our questions throughout the night. We felt genuinely well-taken care of from start to finish.
If you live in the Wilmington area, you have to give this place a try, whether you’re a fondue pro or a total beginner. Plus, they run weekly specials that honestly can’t be beat. We will definitely be coming back!
Mikayla AnnaBelle Marshall
AMAZING vegan options!! Our server (Toby i think) was great! She answered all my questions about the ingredients of menu items and even gave me a written list of sauces I couldn’t have. It was first time there, but definitely not my last <3 Unfortunately i didn’t get any pics of the food before scarfing it down
… moreDurrel Brown
I’ve been coming here for years for special occasions. It’s where I proposed to my wife nearly 12 years ago. So when choosing a place to go on Valentine’s Day with 4 of our friends, it felt like a no‑brainer. Now I kind of wish it hadn’t . For the Record this isn’t the 1st time I’ve come with a party of 6.
1st Course Cheese: Smoky Gouda and Tuscan Sun-Dried
Our 2 pots of cheese arrived about 10 minutes apart, which is awkward 1/2 the table is either watching the others eat, or you’re reaching across and around people to share. By the time both pots were empty, we still had plenty of dippers left.
Taste-wise, the cheese was phenomenal as usual (especially the Smoky Gouda). But typically, the waiter will come by and turn the heat down so the cheese doesn’t burn. That didn’t happen last night; it was left on high and burnt. Also, every single time until now, we’ve always had cheese left when the charcuterie board arrived, and we could dip that into the leftover cheese. Not this time.
2nd Course Charcuterie: Everyone ordered charcuterie. What we got tasted fine, but the portions were noticeably smaller than in previous years, and we didn’t receive everything listed on the menu.
3rd Course Entrée: Firepot and Port & Beef: Each of the 6 people received 2 meats—this used to be 3, which you can verify by looking at older menus before the ownership change.
Once again, not enough food. I’ve never left here hungry before, until last night.
4th Course Dessert: Red Velvet and Triple Play
We ordered the Red Velvet with the cake pop and fruit platter. I’ll say this: it’s the best dessert fondue they’ve ever had. The mix of red velvet, milk chocolate, and white chocolate cream cheese swirl is to die for. The Triple Play was also really good.
But, like the cheese course, the chocolate pots were brought out at different times, creating more awkwardness. And yet again, the portions felt noticeably reduced.
Drinks:
It took almost 30 minutes to receive our drinks.
Margarita: Mostly a cup of ice with a splash of actual drink.
Amaretto Sour: At first we were told they were “always out of something” needed to make it. It’s one of the simplest drinks to make, yet the supposedly stocked bar couldn’t manage it at first. After everyone at the table looked at the waitress, she checked again and confirmed they could make it. Unfortunately, it was bland—likely too little Amaretto—and watery because the glass was packed with ice.
Beer: I ordered a Key Lime Cream Ale. After 30 minutes, another server came over to tell me they didn’t have it but did have another. I ordered that, and it was good, but the 1st waitress should have known, and it shouldn’t take 30 minutes to find out, then another 4 to bring the other.
Portion & Pricing Issues:
All night it felt like 1 couple was paying for stuff they never received. Only 2 dessert platters were brought out, and nothing on them was increased—our Classic platter had just 3 cream puffs for 6 people, the same amount when ordering for 4.
If 1 couple had been seated at their own table, they would have gotten their own pots for the exact same price we paid, instead of sharing everything.
If you’re going to limit it to 1 choice per cooktop, you shouldn’t seat a group of 6 at a table with only 2 burners. In the past, when we came as 3 couples, they brought a portable burner for the 3rd couple.
Atmosphere:
The atmosphere has degraded considerably since 2021. It used to feel quaint, cozy, and intimate. That’s no longer the case. It now feels like any other restaurant. When a chain like The Melting Pot feels more romantic and cozy than the local place where I proposed to my wife, something special has been lost.
This has always been my favorite place to go and to recommend to friends—even over Ruth’s Chris Steak House(similar price). Based on last night, that’s no longer the case. On Valentine’s Day, I expected The Little Dipper to bring its A‑game like always, but last night we got the C‑team. I’m not mad—just disappointed. If I could give 1/2 stars, The Little Dipper has gone from a 5 to a 2.5.
… more1st Course Cheese: Smoky Gouda and Tuscan Sun-Dried
Our 2 pots of cheese arrived about 10 minutes apart, which is awkward 1/2 the table is either watching the others eat, or you’re reaching across and around people to share. By the time both pots were empty, we still had plenty of dippers left.
Taste-wise, the cheese was phenomenal as usual (especially the Smoky Gouda). But typically, the waiter will come by and turn the heat down so the cheese doesn’t burn. That didn’t happen last night; it was left on high and burnt. Also, every single time until now, we’ve always had cheese left when the charcuterie board arrived, and we could dip that into the leftover cheese. Not this time.
2nd Course Charcuterie: Everyone ordered charcuterie. What we got tasted fine, but the portions were noticeably smaller than in previous years, and we didn’t receive everything listed on the menu.
3rd Course Entrée: Firepot and Port & Beef: Each of the 6 people received 2 meats—this used to be 3, which you can verify by looking at older menus before the ownership change.
Once again, not enough food. I’ve never left here hungry before, until last night.
4th Course Dessert: Red Velvet and Triple Play
We ordered the Red Velvet with the cake pop and fruit platter. I’ll say this: it’s the best dessert fondue they’ve ever had. The mix of red velvet, milk chocolate, and white chocolate cream cheese swirl is to die for. The Triple Play was also really good.
But, like the cheese course, the chocolate pots were brought out at different times, creating more awkwardness. And yet again, the portions felt noticeably reduced.
Drinks:
It took almost 30 minutes to receive our drinks.
Margarita: Mostly a cup of ice with a splash of actual drink.
Amaretto Sour: At first we were told they were “always out of something” needed to make it. It’s one of the simplest drinks to make, yet the supposedly stocked bar couldn’t manage it at first. After everyone at the table looked at the waitress, she checked again and confirmed they could make it. Unfortunately, it was bland—likely too little Amaretto—and watery because the glass was packed with ice.
Beer: I ordered a Key Lime Cream Ale. After 30 minutes, another server came over to tell me they didn’t have it but did have another. I ordered that, and it was good, but the 1st waitress should have known, and it shouldn’t take 30 minutes to find out, then another 4 to bring the other.
Portion & Pricing Issues:
All night it felt like 1 couple was paying for stuff they never received. Only 2 dessert platters were brought out, and nothing on them was increased—our Classic platter had just 3 cream puffs for 6 people, the same amount when ordering for 4.
If 1 couple had been seated at their own table, they would have gotten their own pots for the exact same price we paid, instead of sharing everything.
If you’re going to limit it to 1 choice per cooktop, you shouldn’t seat a group of 6 at a table with only 2 burners. In the past, when we came as 3 couples, they brought a portable burner for the 3rd couple.
Atmosphere:
The atmosphere has degraded considerably since 2021. It used to feel quaint, cozy, and intimate. That’s no longer the case. It now feels like any other restaurant. When a chain like The Melting Pot feels more romantic and cozy than the local place where I proposed to my wife, something special has been lost.
This has always been my favorite place to go and to recommend to friends—even over Ruth’s Chris Steak House(similar price). Based on last night, that’s no longer the case. On Valentine’s Day, I expected The Little Dipper to bring its A‑game like always, but last night we got the C‑team. I’m not mad—just disappointed. If I could give 1/2 stars, The Little Dipper has gone from a 5 to a 2.5.
Courtney Melvin
I went to Little Dipper to enjoy a solo birthday dinner. Everything was perfect from start to finish. I thoroughly enjoyed the fondue, the service and I had to opportunity to sample a cocktail that would be featured for the following day. I’m so grateful for the experience. This has always been my favorite restaurant. The staff has always been so kind and welcoming. Making every experience better than the last. I look forward to visiting again.
… moreTim Mundy
A great experience overall. Great atmosphere and a lot of food choices and options. The cheese fondue was fantastic, and the main dishes (broth) was good. Good cocktails too. We didn’t plan to do dessert but ended up getting the dark chocolate and caramel (black & tan) with fruit and it was phenomenal. Our server Vanessa was also a real pleasure and did a great job.
… moreFrydaddy1974 13
We have celebrated here for well over 10 years for birthdays and anniversaries!! Always a great destination to get away from the norm!!
… moreMissus Junkman
We made a reservation at Little Dipper Fondue to celebrate my best friend’s wedding. They went above and beyond for us during our visit. The food, service, and atmosphere were outstanding. It was the perfect place to celebrate! We were all so happy with the experience. We will definitely be returning! Thank you Little Dipper Fondue, the staff, and our amazing server Brittany for making this special day even more memorable!
… moreKrisi Moore
We had an amazing evening celebrating my birthday. My friend had emailed and let them know we were making reservations for my birthday and the manager Jason asked what I like and there was a little Taylor Swift present which was the sweetest thing ever. The food was awesome, the service was great even though it was Abby’s second day she was fantastic. They have beautiful artwork throughout and it’s just a super cool atmosphere.
… moreJessica Brown
I’ve been coming to The Little Dipper for special life events for the past 15 years, so it’s disappointing to say that our Valentine’s Day visit (2/14/26) fell short of past experiences.
We were a party of six at a table with two burners and paid the per-person price, but the portions we received felt more appropriate for a group of four. When we asked about the first course, we were told the cheese is weighed per person; however, what we received did not reflect that, we were told that if we needed more of the cheese course that they could make more but we figured we would be ok with the other courses. The dipping items for all 3 courses were significantly less than in the past. The charcuterie board was missing items listed on the menu but wasn’t worth asking for. The meat course was scaled down, and the biggest issue was the chocolate course. Only three cream puffs were provided for a table of six, meaning only half of us were able to try them. In the past, we always left full and satisfied—this time, that wasn’t the case. There have been several menu changes, which I understand, but the overall experience felt more like dining at The Melting Pot. For over 15 years, I chosen The Little Dipper for its vibe, quality, and because it’s a local restaurant rather than a chain. Unfortunately, this visit felt more corporate than local. For what we paid as a table of six, I could have made the entire meal for less than half the cost—and I know this because I have.
Service was also inconsistent. On two separate occasions, our waitress had to check whether the bar had ingredients for an amaretto sour and a beer listed on the menu. After finishing the main course, there was a delay before the chocolate course arrived. Once it did, we were told shortly after that we needed to leave due to another reservation. As we walked out, the waiting party commented, “Oh good, they’re finally leaving,” which made the situation uncomfortable and led us to believe that maybe the staff had said something about that.
We visited with two other couples, one of whom had never been before. They felt the meal was overpriced and didn’t match the experience we had spoken so highly of. Sadly, I agree. While I could have stayed home spent less and recreated all 3 courses, we chose to go out because of the environment and dinning experience. This restaurant has always been very special to my husband and me—it’s where he proposed, and it holds many meaningful memories. But, if corners continue to be cut, it may remain a place where we had great memories rather than one where we continue to make them.
Because it was Valentine’s Day, we chose not to dispute these issues further but it definitely wasn’t the experience we have enjoyed over the past 15 years.
When you factor in food, drinks, and tip, overall cost comes out to about 90-100 per person.
… moreWe were a party of six at a table with two burners and paid the per-person price, but the portions we received felt more appropriate for a group of four. When we asked about the first course, we were told the cheese is weighed per person; however, what we received did not reflect that, we were told that if we needed more of the cheese course that they could make more but we figured we would be ok with the other courses. The dipping items for all 3 courses were significantly less than in the past. The charcuterie board was missing items listed on the menu but wasn’t worth asking for. The meat course was scaled down, and the biggest issue was the chocolate course. Only three cream puffs were provided for a table of six, meaning only half of us were able to try them. In the past, we always left full and satisfied—this time, that wasn’t the case. There have been several menu changes, which I understand, but the overall experience felt more like dining at The Melting Pot. For over 15 years, I chosen The Little Dipper for its vibe, quality, and because it’s a local restaurant rather than a chain. Unfortunately, this visit felt more corporate than local. For what we paid as a table of six, I could have made the entire meal for less than half the cost—and I know this because I have.
Service was also inconsistent. On two separate occasions, our waitress had to check whether the bar had ingredients for an amaretto sour and a beer listed on the menu. After finishing the main course, there was a delay before the chocolate course arrived. Once it did, we were told shortly after that we needed to leave due to another reservation. As we walked out, the waiting party commented, “Oh good, they’re finally leaving,” which made the situation uncomfortable and led us to believe that maybe the staff had said something about that.
We visited with two other couples, one of whom had never been before. They felt the meal was overpriced and didn’t match the experience we had spoken so highly of. Sadly, I agree. While I could have stayed home spent less and recreated all 3 courses, we chose to go out because of the environment and dinning experience. This restaurant has always been very special to my husband and me—it’s where he proposed, and it holds many meaningful memories. But, if corners continue to be cut, it may remain a place where we had great memories rather than one where we continue to make them.
Because it was Valentine’s Day, we chose not to dispute these issues further but it definitely wasn’t the experience we have enjoyed over the past 15 years.
When you factor in food, drinks, and tip, overall cost comes out to about 90-100 per person.
Mariah Davenport
Mothers Day brunch was amazing. The staff was friendly and attentive. We had the 3 course brunch for 2. French Toast, blackened chicken and blueberry cheesecake. Would definitely recommend
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