The Matterhorn Restaurant, San Francisco

A bowl of melted cheese isn't the most photogenic of foods, but it is like a relaxing bath for the belly.  So good and so soothing.  The Matterhorn Restaurant offers a cheese forward menu featuring traditional fondue.  We had Savoyarde - a rich Comte cheese fondue, rich with wine.  It came with ample bread and pickled vegetables.  It was a wonderful luxurious experience.

The restaurant is very busy.  We saw many large tables filled with groups of friends and co-workers.  The decor is very cute and there is a miniature alpine train running outside the back window.  A table in a gondola is another fun option.  There are some non-cheese items and plenty of wine and beer selections.  We were too full for dessert, but the selection looked terrific.