I Heart Mac and Cheese

Had 1 prior experience with a couple gal pals last year and enjoyed it so much that I knew I'd eventually bring Hubs to try himself....he's a Big Mac & Cheese fan. Well, last night was the night I suggested we go for Valentine's Day. A Friday night around 8pm, we walked in and were immediately greeted. No line but about 3-4 parties either eating in or waiting for their order. We took our time pursuing the menu, but mama already knew what she was having. It was Hubs that needed to figure things out. Seeing he was taking a bit of time, an employee behind the counter offered a printed menu (w/more details) to look at, which helped. Once a decision was made, we stepped up to the left order side and with a smile was asked what we'd like. After wishing the nice lady a Happy Valentine's Day, I quickly told her I wanted the $24 Lobster Mac & Cheese. She asked about making it a combo which added a side & drink and I happily agreed. Chose the Mac bites as the side, since we had initially contemplated them. Hubs opted to get a BYO grilled cheese. Was pleasantly surprised he could choose up to 4 cheeses, whoa!!! He decided on Swiss, cheddar, & mozzarella (perhaps they could've doubled on one? IDK but might ask next time). For his proteins, he got ground beef & bacon, no veg. We were then asked to pay at the register at the right and grab our drink cup. Guy there was so nice, offering a cup for water. I couldn't help but notice him wearing covering over his full grown-in beard, obviously aware of hygiene cleanliness, something I as a patron definitely appreciate! We got our fountain drink, Dr Pepper, then grabbed a small table near their decorative wall. As we sat waiting for our order, we continued looking over the extensive menu offerings, noticed a TV playing some sports highlights or some NBA game, as well as the seating which were about 5 tables and 4? hightop seats at the window. We also noticed the workers seemed to be related, so assume this is a well-run family-owned establishment. They ran the place like a well oiled machine, as many people steadily came in & out, for both in-eating and takeout. Knowing this spot is open till 11pm, it definitely makes for a great late night eats spot and is absolutely great for date nights. Vibe was nice & chill, and again great friendly service. Wait time to get our food was probably the only weak link in the whole experience, which was maybe 20-25min. But hey...good food takes time, especially when orders are nonstop coming in. I recall my first experience was the same on wait time. We didn't mind since we had no where to go, so don't come in a rush if planning to check this place out. We heard our name called, grabbed our meals, and (after mando pics: camera eats first! lol) dug in! I couldn't wait to try this lobster mac & cheese!! And it didn't disappoint, coming in a cute heart-shaped bowl! First, the cavatappi pasta is absolutely a favorite of mine, and this was cooked perfectly al dente! Creamy cheese sauce without being drenched in it, super big chunks of nicely cooked lobster, and a hint of green onion mixed in with a light bread crumb topping. It was DEE-licious! Thought it'd be too much to eat it all, but it was soo good I couldn't stop and ate the whole thing!! Mama can eat y'all! And I really liked that the creaminess never faltered, even through the very last bite! The Mac bites were also quite good, with an excellent outer crunch yet creamy inside. Dipping sauce wasn't actually needed, although they do got that good ranch! lol Hubs said he enjoyed his meal as well, but not being a fan of crispy cheese (he calls burnt, but tbh isn't), some of the edges were a bit 'overcooked' for him. Taking a bite, I actually enjoyed it. The side tots (which we didn't expect) weren't anything special, but that marinara sauce used for dipping was a nice surprise, being tomato-y and kinda like a slight creamy pasta sauce flavor. I'd have that on some pasta, for sure!Side note: they also have other menu items like flatbread and are vegan-friendly! I may just give a broccoli mac & cheese, or chicken flatbread a try next time, and don't miss out on the short rib protein option (I tried the first time) since it is quite good too! They got that pulled pork protein too!!All-in-all, this place 100% has my stamp of approval and I honestly wouldn't mind seeing an expansion location out in Roseville, which would be slightly closer for us to visit. Midtown definitely has a gem here! So give it a go should you ever have that late night craving or just want some good ol' comfort food with a side of great customer service! You can thank me later. *wink-wink* Happy eating!!

We were very surprised, it was packed! Where to place your order was very confusing, there was a long line. So as I stood at the end an employee asked if I was ready to order. I placed our order then everyone one in line turned around and stared at me, turns out they had not placed their orders yet and was waiting at the wrong end of the counter. Given how busy they were, our food came out pretty quickly. Since there was no tables available, we headed home with our food. She had gotten the Short Rib Philly, it tasted great but the protein was almost non-existent. I got the Bacon Love Tomato, it was okay. Overall, this is not a place I would go out of my way to dine.

1-27-25Updating my review: The delivery time came & went without delivery or update, so I called. I spoke with Paul and he shared how busy they were which is understandable. I was reassured with a new time for delivery. Once the food arrived, I was pleased with the packaging to keep food hot and the included serving utensils & carton-type bowls to serve. Cookies were in a cup and tasted fresh and chewy.Mac & cheese with veggies and chicken was decent. I initially wasn't sure about the taste just based on visual.....but at the holiday gathering people expressed appreciation for the mac and cheese with veggies and chicken. I do recommend this restaurant.

I've been waiting for this place to open and finally stopped in. It was an off hour time so I received the full on customer service play book menu. These are the things I adore most about dining out!!This place offers it all in any Mac n cheese combo I could imagine. Also finding an imaginate way to serve the gluten free.My to go box was in the shape of a heart

Let me just start off by saying ain't nobody make better mac & cheese or grilled cheese than my granmami but when I had a taste of their Lobster & white truffle grilled cheese it was so delicious. I wanted to go back in the kitchen and slap the chef. seriously that good do I recommend percent if your getting your Mac or grilled cheese fix from somewhere basic then somebody needs to you

Grilled cheese, Mac n cheese, & tots, oh my!This is a casual dining spot, with a build your own Mac n cheese bowl. You can make lots of additions, such as veggies and proteins, and a variety of sauces, and of course: cheese. Or stick with some of the classics. They also offer grilled cheese and flat breads that can be personalized. And you can't have a grilled cheese without tomato soup! They even offer tots. Overall the food is a little in the steep side, and the quality is not super high, but this is a fun spot perfect for the lunch crowd. And the service was excellent. Very friendly, welcoming and gave great advice. Thank you!

I had to stop after the farmers market because I heard they had vegan options! They let me know they make their own vegan cheese which is pretty awesome! I added broccoli and jalapeño to mine but I was tempted to try their bowl that had beyond sausage. Next time! The staff was so kind and offered me water while I waited. The bowl was pretty tasty and hit the spot! The cheese was delicious. I'll be back to try some more !

Calling all the cheese lovers! This place was so amazing. The staff were really friendly and did a great job in assisting with recommendations. This was my first time here and I will definitely be back. They have a variety of options to choose from. I got the classic mac and cheese and then I added bacon bits and scallions for more flavor. I also had to try their mac and cheese balls. They have the classic flavor as well but I got the ones with bacon and jalapeño. So delicious !!! This can fill you up very quickly so choose wisely. However, the very amazing thing is that you can take your left overs home and enjoy them at another time which is what I did.

I parked at the East End Garage for $2 and it was an easy walk down 17th Street. It's located across from Kitchen15.If the overhead screens are hard to read, they do have paper takeout menus. Place orders at the left side and pay at the register on the right. There are big and small tables and window high tops. There is a pretty big structural column that can be in the way if you're trying to navigate to the line. Appetite activated, I opted for BOTH the Chicken Parm Mac & Cheese AND The Cuban Grilled Cheese (made one a combo with tater tots) for myself, dine-in. Mi amiga Sonia C. had the Chicken Parm Mac & Cheese combo too, shared the Bacon Jalapeno Mac & Cheese Bites (3-piece), and took home the Lobster White Truffle Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Lady Dionne "Dee" T. had the Shortrib Philly Mac & Cheese (sans mushrooms) combo for here, and sandwiches to go. Firstly, the Chicken Parm. I went with the standard macaroni pasta as a base, and it comes with breaded chicken, cheese sauce, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and pesto. This was very good, creamy and melted just right, and a good portion in the heart-shaped bowl. Not sure exactly how many pieces of chicken but otherwise the ratio of pesto and marinara to cheese and pasta was on point. Filling for someone of normal stomach capacity.The tater tots were OK but could have been a touch more golden brown and crisp, maybe some kind of parm sprinkle on top? Ketchup and hot sauce packets are available near the utensils. If you got the mac and cheese bites there were several dipping sauces to choose from. Secondly, the Cuban. Sourdough Bread, Mojo (BBQ) Pulled Pork, Ham, Swiss Cheese, Dill Pickles and Mustard. Why did I save this for last? Because it turned out to be the BEST. I was a little suspicious of the diced ham but the pulled pork pulled it all together...the buttery bread and melty cheese was so so good. I finished the entire sandwich in the same sitting after polishing off the bowl of mac & cheese and most of the tots, and one refill of soda too! The only leftovers/takeout for me leave the establishment inside my tummy! Next to the Coca-Cola fountain drink area was a table with their catering information, and free yellow branded cowbells! P.S. The name written on my order was spelled "Mishel" which I thought was an interesting multiverse variant I've not ever seen before.

I can't say enough good things about IHeartMacAndCheese! This place is a dream come true for mac and cheese lovers. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming, the vibe was cozy, and the smell of cheesy goodness filled the air.The menu is incredible--so many customizable options that you can truly make your own creation! I went with mac and cheese sour dough sandwich... WOW. Every bite was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. My friend got the Buffalo Chicken Mac, and it was equally delicious. The portions are generous and well worth the price.