Delicious Mac & Cheese Meets Garden-Fresh Salads I didn't expect a mac and cheese spot to also win me over with their salad, but this place nailed both. What makes it stand out: * Truly made to order: You watch them start your bowl from scratch. My BBQ Steak & Bacon Mac hit the table so delicious, with that perfect stretch you only get when the sauce is built right then. * Fresh ingredients, no shortcuts: The kitchen is serious about produce. The Roasted Vegetables & Fruit in my salad were crisp and peppered with fresh strawberries. * Customization without the chaos: You pick your pasta, cheeses, and mix-ins, and they build it while you watch. * Salads that aren't just a side hustle: My wife ordered the savannah salad with fresh avocado that was amazing with the Honey Mustard Dressing. This could be a main stop just for salads Vibe & Service Counter service, but the staff calls out your name like they actually cooked for you. Because they did. And I was eating top quality food in minutes. Dessert Don't sleep on the dessert either. The Chocolate Fudge Cake and Tiramisu was amazing. Bottom line If you want mac and cheese that tastes like someone's grandma made it five minutes ago, and a salad that is fresh then this is your place to fill your tummy. Fresh ingredients and made-to-order isn't a tagline here. It's the whole operation. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Greens, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, Cranberries, Walnut, Fresh Strawberries, Spinach And Raspberry Vinaigrette. - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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The owner is very nice and present in the store often. I have been told that he supports local schools as well. I have tried the brown and my husband had the cake, both were great. We love how customizable the pasta/mac and cheese meals are. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Mac n cheese with steak and bbq sauce. - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Had a great lunch here the green chile Mac and cheese was so good. The cashier was helpful and friendly. For the price I had plenty of food and was very happy. Parking was very easy. They also have a dessert menu but I didn't get anything. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

I don't eat a lot of Mac and Cheese because I'm semi-lactose intolerant. So it means a lot when I'm willing to risk experiencing GI issues and this place is definitely worth it! They make everything to order so it's fresh, warm and gooey!!! The moment we stepped in, the servers were welcoming and friendly. They showed enthusiasm and offered to answer any questions or make recommendations if we wanted. I got the Philly cheesesteak mac and cheese - it was amazing!! My friend got the green chile max and cheese - it's what he got the last time and loved it. I tasted it and it was very good too! We also got the Buffalo chicken Mac and cheese and that had some good heat! All three dishes were great. The Philly cheesesteak one was my favorite!! The space was homey and clean. Loved it! read more

Had an amazing experience. Felt welcomed. Good was made quickly and it was delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Build your own plate is great! - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

How does one put into words how gratifying this mac and cheese was? By far some of the best I've ever had. I went with my friend and her kiddo. We tried the lemonades, we tried the tiramisu, but the best part was trying three different flavors. The bbq steak and bacon was Texas in a bowl. Smoky and decadent. The Philly cheesesteak didn't even make you miss the bread. The depth of flavor was spot on. The elote mac is a must. I added chicken. Bowl fed me three meals the portions were so big. The elote bowl had cilantro, I'm a soap gene person with cilantro, but they did not overwhelm the dish making it really enjoyable. The service was incredible and friendly and Jimmy, the owner, was there dishing people up. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was clean and roomy and in an easy to find location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'll definitely be going back. read more

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Got the BBQ Steak and Bacon Mac, it was great, the service was amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean and great inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Adding this to our Lunch schedule. read more

"Why do we call them olives and not Greece's Pieces?" - @EmissaryKerry, Twitter/X My friend had been telling me for months that Jimmy G's was his favorite place for salad. Time to time, he'd even send me a photo of what he was eating. While I gotta admit, every item he's ever shown me had looked delicious, I'm all about this drive-thru salad concept that's about half-a-mile away. Enough is enough though. I wanted to give Jimmy G's a shot and I'm sooo glad I did. What I've tried so far: Green Chile Chicken Mac ($12 - Mac & Cheese with cotija cheese crumbles and chicken): If you're a fan of green chile, your skirt will flip over this pasta dish. It's everything you want: Carbs, cheese, spice, and some protein. Roasted Veggie & Fruit Salad with Steak added($8 + $3 - Mixed greens, roasted brussel sprouts, broccoli, dried cranberries, walnuts, strawberries, and spinach tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette + steak): I added steak purely because that's how my friend orders it. I figured I'd give his favorite salad a try and it was good! Crisp fresh salad, a sweet vinaigrette, and the steak was cooked to perfection. And who doesn't love the tiny cabbage that is a brussel sprout? 5 out of 5, I really enjoyed this place. And being that they're right next to my favorite post-workout smoothie shop, I think I'll be adding this place to the rotation. I definitely prefer the pasta over the salad though! read more

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Stumbled across this place. I would have totallyguven them 5 stars but the portion is just a tad skimpy. The flavor was AMAZING I got the green chili chicken service was excellent and employees were very attentive. Would I go back, absolutely! read more

The food is fresh and can provide gluten free! The Mac and Cheese Taco bowl was delicious! They have a variety of salads and Mac and cheese bowls which can be customizable. They also have tea and lemonade available as well as the normal sodas for drinks! The service was very attentive and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere was very old school.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Taco Mac N Cheese bowl with Strawberry basil lemonade - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

this place is awesome-- great food, great customer service 10/10 gr8 portions at an awesome price, which is hard to come by nowadays! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - me at mcc rose garden eating yummy pasta from jimmy g's - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Met a friend for lunch and had one of Jimmy G's signature salads. It was so good with a lot of chicken and dressing in the side. Generous portions and very quick to get our meal. There are a lot of choices for Mac'n cheese, so stop by and give them a try. You'll be glad you did. read more

Green Chile Chicken Mac and Cheese!!! SOOO good!!! Fresh and flavorful!!!! Great friendly staff and upbeat local atmosphere. My husband had the BBQ steak and Bacon and loved it!! We'll be coming back! Tell your friends!!! read more

My daughter enjoyed her elotes Mac n' cheese! The portions were great, fast service, and we enjoyed our experience at this local eatery.

Had the Green Chili Chicken Mac. Creamy, mild spicy with tender chicken. I drowned it in Cholula, because I just love sauces... The Strawberry Basil Lemonade was really good. Excellent service really makes it a good visit. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Green Chili Chicken Mac and Strawberry Basil Lemonade - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Jimmy Gs always offers great customer service, and delicious Mac n cheese, pastas, and unique salad dishes as well. My favorites are the bbq steak and bacon Mac n cheese, as well as the green hatch Chile Mac. It's creamy and cheesy, the flavors they have to offer combined with it are amazing !! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - BBQ STEAK AND BACON MAC - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

I found a great place tucked away that unfortunately many may never find, so I wanted to pass the word along. It was the perfect place to meet a friend for a quick bite and I'd heard good things. I love pasta and the options were endless because they have a build your own pasta. Everything is fresh and made in house and to order. If you're watching your carbs they have some incredible looking salads too, but I had to try to mac and cheese and I added chicken to up the protein. Definitely delish. I was not watching my carbs that day so I added a rice krispy treat dipped in CHOCOLATE! You could tell it was homemade because it didn't taste all chemically it was chewy and the perfect ending to a meal! And as a tea snob, I have to say the Peach Mango Green Iced Tea was perfect enough to send me back for seconds to go! Oh, and the owner was super friendly. Great food and service! read more

As advertised....best Mac & Cheese around! The restaurant is super clean and the service was as friendly as can be. Love the decor of the place as well! I went with the Green Chile Chicken Mac. The chicken was in grilled small chunks and there was a perfect amount of chilies as well. BUT THE CHEESE....creamy and cheesy to the last bite! That was the highlight....loved it! On a scale of 1 to 10, I'm gonna hit this place up again for sure. I wanted to try a few other Mac's but these portions are big....my stomach can only pack in so much. read more

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I'm shocked that there wasn't anyone there before me and some friends that decided to eat there. The Mac is fantastic and there's a huge variety of items to choose from so everyone can get a meal. I was super happy to find out that everything is customizable to accommodate for allergies/sensory needs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space was clean and fresh while still feeling welcoming and familiar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The owner was super friendly and made sure everything was tasting great as well, they even knew the orders of the regulars who came in after us. You get a great portion and for a reasonable price, too. I highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a local place to eat with friends/family that won't break the bank. read more

The staff was so friendly and helpful! They quickly dispersed the line and everyone was treated with kindness. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I sat and ate there for awhile; they had good music and could tell the workers were genuine with everything.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was good; I ate until I was so full. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Elote Mac - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

A small shop serving salads, pasta, and mac and cheese. They have an award for their mac, so we decided to try their mac and cheese. We got the elote mac and cheese ($12) with chicken (+$3), green Chile mac and cheese ($12), their teas ($3), and the tiramisu ($5). The service is very good and they're friendly. I'm not a massive mac and cheese lover but this wasn't the bad. The cheese was a bit too runny for me and there aren't enough toppings for me compared to how many noodles there are. The chicken has a smoky flavor and kind of tastes like chipotle's chicken. The mac is cooked well and isn't rubbery or hard. The toppings go well with the mac and cheese and I think their flavor profile is good. Their teas and lemonade are both good and help cut some of the cheesiness of the mac. I would not recommend the tiramisu. It's not wet enough and extremely creamy. The coffee flavor is overly bitter. Overall, I think people who like or love mac and cheese would like this place while, for me, it's just decent. read more

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The service was fine and they were very nice. I was kind of excited. Mac and cheese and I put on olives and garlic. I can tell you the only flavor were the olives and garlic. The mac and cheese was flavorless and in 10 minutes turned into gelatinous blob. Maybe if they had chopped up the olives and the garlic which is what I was expecting, there would have actually been flavor throughout. But it's like Velveeta mac and cheese... I also got a salad which is 9/10 iceberg lettuce and and there's just a few things on top. I don't even think it's half an avocado, 10 croutons, cheese shavings maybe six cherry tomatoes. Even the brownie was nasty. It was nothing but preservatives which was really sad because it was individually wrapped like they were homemade. And the lemonade is only fine. It's really close to where I live but chances are I won't return. read more

Any salad can be made into a wrap. We got the Avocado Caesar chicken wrap. Fantastic. Very fresh, hearty portions. Came quickly, extremely friendly service. Met the owner Jimmy, awesome guy. Will definitely be back to try other options. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Avocado Caesar Salad Wrap - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

We stopped at Jimmy G's for dinner before heading to a play at Mesa Community College. We were impressed by the reasonable prices, creative salads, and basic Mac and Cheese. My wife and I each ordered the Roasted Veggies and Fruit Salad. I was not accustomed to having Brussels sprouts in a salad but it was remarkably good. I added grilled shrimp to my salad which enhanced the delicious flavors. The combination of flavors, textures, and temperatures made each bite a festival of dining delights. The restaurant had a chill vibe with pop music playing in the background. We enjoyed our visit with Jimmy and the quality service he provided. Highly recommend! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - OLO ROASTED VEGGIES AND FRUIT SALAD - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Jimmy G's is our new go to spot for quick delicious pastas. So glad we found out about this spot from a local foodie. Staff was very welcoming and inviting once you walk in their door. Restaurant is clean and well kept. We tried their elote Mac and cheese that's on special right now and their roasted veggies and fruit salad. The Mac and cheese was delicious and decadent. Thick cheese sauce, roasted corn, cilantro, chili spices and cojita cheese. This was the star of the show that day. Can't recommend it enough, definitely needs to be added to their menu. The veggie and fruit salad was simple but satisfying. Salad with Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cranberries, walnuts and strawberries. Their raspberry vinaigrette was refreshing and is the perfect dressing for this. Can't wait to come back! Thanks for the welcoming invite read more

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Mid. They claim the Mac and cheese is fresh and special Mac and cheese but I watched them heat a plastic bag full of it and pour it into another plastic container and then scoop it into my bowl. The presentation is great but the flavor was entirely lacking. Just tasted like velveeta Mac and cheese if you've made it at home. No additional seasoning and no sharpness from additional shredded or melted cheeses. I could be wrong about the base recipe but either way it did not taste good. Couldn't finish the elote, the bbq steak wasn't bad but we only ate it because we were extremely hungry. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - BBQ Steak & Bacon Mac and Elot Mac & Cheese - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

hands down my favorite pasta and mac n cheese place, i recently moved back across the country and this was the first place i came back to eat! genuine staff and super awesome owner! food is HOT and FRESH and Never disappoints!!!! cannot recommend this place enough for premium grade pastas and a REASONABLE PRICE! Hard to find places like this now in days !!!!!! god bless jimmy G's!!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]also killer music playlist!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 10/10 read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - cajun shrimp alfredo - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

If you haven't tried Jimmy G's Mac & Cheese yet, you are seriously missing out. Hands down, this is the best mac & cheese I've ever had, and I don't say that lightly. What makes this place so special isn't just the rich, creamy, perfectly cheesy mac -- it's the whole concept. Think of it like a "build-your-own" pasta bar, salad bar, and mac & cheese bar all in one. You get full control, and the combinations are endless. Whether you're craving classic comfort food or you want to get creative with flavors, toppings, and sauces, they absolutely deliver. And here's the cool part -- if you challenge them, they will rise to it. Seriously, throw them your wildest pasta idea, something you've only seen in another restaurant or dreamed up in your head, and they'll make it happen and make it better. You can tell they love what they do because everything comes out delicious, thoughtful, and made with care. On top of that, the owner is one of the friendliest people you'll ever meet. Super welcoming, passionate about the food, and genuinely happy to be serving the community. He's the type of person you end up chatting with and walking away thinking, "I'm definitely coming back here." If you're anywhere near this area, do yourself a favor and stop in for a quick lunch -- or honestly, even a big one. Comfort food, custom creations, awesome people, and the best mac & cheese you'll ever try. Five stars all day. read more

Wow this spot was such a pleasant surprise! We got word of Jimmy Gs through an IG foodie and were actually craving Mac and cheese so I took it as a sign and a dinner spot was easily decided! Lol Upon entering we were welcomed with a warm welcome by the cashier as well as the owner who even stopped by throughout the meal to see how we were enjoying it. The space was clean and offered some table and booth seating. We knew one dish we wanted: the Elote mac and cheese and opted to balance it out with the roasted veggie salad. OMG i am unsure of what they put in their mac and cheese but the flavor was SO SO good--cheesy, creamy, but not over the top. And the fresh corn mixed in was something I never had before and it was perfect. The salad was amazing in itself too. We opted for grilled chicken as the protein and glad we did. It was grilled perfectly and juicy pieces. The strawberry vinaigrette dressing was refreshing and helped balance the whole meal out. I will seriously be back and looking forward to more max and cheese as well as trying one of their other pastas too! xx read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Elote mac and cheese - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Amazing customer service. Delicious and affordable pasta dinner. My 8 year old just devoured a huge bowl of angel hair with Alfredo sauce. The owner came out to check on us and offered to refill the self-serve soft drinks. Well done Jimmy G!!! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Empty bowl of pasta Alfredo!!! - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

My boyfriend and I stopped for lunch at Jimmy G's today and it was delicious! My green chili mac was spicy, but sooooo yummy! My boyfriend's bbq chili was also super yummy. I love how creamy and cheesy the Mac and cheese is. It was the perfect comfort meal for us to enjoy. The restaurants a small shop, but has lots of seating for medium sized groups and smaller tables for couples. I was recommended my Mac and cheese from the owner of the restaurant, who was working the counter. He was super friendly and checked on us during our meal to make sure everything was okay. I would highly recommend trying this place out! read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Green Chile Chicken Mac and BBQ Steak & Bacon Mac - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Best mac and cheese EVER!!! I had the Sausage and Peppers Mac and Cheese and the Kansas City Salad. I was a little hesitant about BBQ Ranch, but it was fantastic. The staff was super friendly and said if I didn't like the BBQ Ranch they would give me another dressing no charge. I ended up finding a new favorite dressing with the BBQ Ranch. I feel bad because I didn't take the pictures of my food first but here are pictures of what was left when I thought of it. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Kansas city salad - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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The salads here are so fresh and full of flavor. The ingredients are crisp, and the dressing is always perfectly balanced. It is light but filling, which makes it a great meal. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Our first time trying this establishment and we were not disappointed. Food is prepared fresh and on the spot. I tried the build your own pasta with rigatoni, meat sauce, meatballs, mushrooms and brussel sprouts. It was delicious! The young man who helped was so helpful and super nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is simple and fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We'd eat here again. read more

Jimmy greets you with a smile as you walk in! He was one of two working today and made it a point to explain the menu, customization options and more despite being busy. The food is served fresh, hot and is delicious!! Highly recommend stopping by because I definitely will be coming back! read more

The two guys working were so kind and happy. The mac & cheese was made red front of me. It was quick. It was delicious and very tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was small, but it was clean with lots of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will definitely be back. read more

Me and my husband ordered the Taco Mac and the Buffalo Mac! The first words out of my husband's mouth after his first bite was "it's not the worst." That pretty much went on to describe our entire experience. The Taco Mac had nearly no tomatoes or lettuce. The ground beef was definitely torn up meatballs that tasted microwaved. There was hardly any flavor to comment on. The Buffalo Mac was a little underwhelming and kind of funky? It definitely needed more of the actual buffalo sauce. It was smothered in blue cheese rather than garnished. Service was polite, but chaotic. We watched lots of customers come back and point out various mistakes and missing pieces of their meal. [[HIGHLIGHT]]One of the cook's pans actually caught on fire and made the air smell like smoke and look visibly hazy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Which was ironic because there was a bunch of firefighters ordering. Maybe it was just an off night for them? Anyways, we will not be back but it was definitely a funny experience. read more

Jimmy G’s Mac & Cheese - TACO MAC - Salad Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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WOW! Couldn't be more pleased - chose it based on reviews and loved it. Got salads and the green chili Mac'n cheese - phenomenal

The food is great! We chose the pasta, the sauce and the toppings. The price was more reasonable than going to a fast food place...and everyone was friendly and accommodating. They have salads too. read more

Tucked away in a corner you will find Jimmy G's. Please, please do not pass up this place! They won best mac n cheese in the valley for 2023 and I am telling you, you need to try it. Highly recommend the green chili mac! It must be made of magic, because you just keep eating it! Service was incredible. This staff is super attentive and informative! They are so friendly and you can always tell when they have a regular in the shop. My favorite part of the shop is the decorations. I won't spoil it though, you've just gotta get in there and look around for yourself! Support local and go get some amazing food at amazing prices! read more

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