In the old days, fondue was a classic peasant dish--a quick and easy meal, perfect for using up hardened cheese and stale bread. Now it's having a moment among foodies, who love the communal ritual of everyone dipping into the same pot.

Though you might not guess it from the brown and yellow decor (think The Brady Bunch's idea of a fancy restaurant), La Fondues approach to this quirky meal is a lot more modern. Sure, they serve pots of bubbling cheese, but they also have meat entrees (filet mignon, chicken, shrimp, scallops) prepared like fondue in hot oil or broth. Reservations are suggested and the menu is set.