I really love this Mac and Cheese. Had a first date here that went well, only issue you could find with the place is how pricey it is. Generally worth it, though. read more

The location is in a prime spot of Center City, and was the spot we picked to dine at for a quick lunch. The small shop didn't have nearly any dining space open with the amount of people inside (very common in the city) and we were lucky to grab a table outside. Though it was January at the time, we made do. The food is somewhat reasonably priced, depending on what you order. I ordered a simple one - Mac & Cheese with caramelized onions, garlic panko and some bacon. The amount of garlic panko on the top was a bit overwhelming, really ruining the dish for my taste. The taste was so strong in every bite that I just had to put my fork down and call it good. While I personally was not a fan, if you enjoy the taste of garlic being very present in every bite, then this could be for you. I have not gone back, but would definitely try it again if I ordered something different. Regardless, the staff were very courteous and easygoing which made the atmosphere of the small shop to be very lively. read more

I didn't get any pictures, but we LOVED the Mac we got. We had the jalapeño Mac and the pulled pork Mac! They were super creamy and delicious. And apparently the base Mac is vegan? It was incredible! As a non vegan I couldn't tell! read more

I'm a Mac and cheese snob. I love it super gooey, super cheesy and Mac Mart does it just right. It takes the cake (or cheese?) as one of the top favorites when I have a craving. I recently made it out to Rittenhouse in rush hour, paid for parking just to practically throw money at them for my fix. Following them on social media doesn't help. It just makes me crave them on a daily basis which is both a good and bad thing for my body. Please do yourself and your friends a favor, and eat here. read more

Probably ordered the wrong combo. I ended ul getting the chicken ranch mac. The mac itself was good and cheesy. The ranch threw me off and I found the panko mix over seasoned. If I stop by again I would create my own bowl read more

Mac Mart - Chicken ranch - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Bf and I shared the rittenhouse which is Mac and cheese with a dollop of spinach and artichoke and Panko crunch. The portion is huge, thank god we only got one. A rich dish but super good! If you're smart you would not build your own, you'll end up spending so much more on it than you'll like. Service was quick and staff was friendly. They use really good plastic containers which I hope is recycled because that's a lot plastic. read more

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Full disclosure: I fell in love with MacMart shortly after moving to Philly in 2013 via social presence alone & never got the chance to try the delicious mac [due to insane lines when MacMart was able to serve lunch @ Love Park; my lunch break couldn't fit both a walk from Rittenhouse Sq Park to Love Park PLUS the insanely long lines that more often than not lead to complete sell outs when you were lucky enough to be standing in the line; which is saying a lot bc I typically got 45 minute lunches and I don't punch a time clock] So, when I ordered my very first MacMart, it was via The Oval in 2014 & and I was one of the lucky few that got to order before sellout, but of course by the time I was able to order, my preferred mac (Spinach Artichoke) was sold out, so I went for #2 choice, BBQ. My mac was cold. I paid over $10 for mac & cheese (usually 99 cents for a box, throw in a few extra cents for the extra cheese & condiments this mac chef adds, & still you are under $3 net by far) AND IT WAS COLD. I didn't complain at all at the time; I felt so lucky to have even been given the opportunity to order in the first place after all the Love Park sellouts I experienced, so who was I to complain, this is what happens when everyone wants the same thing. Well, fast forward a year, year & a half - to the day of the announced soft opening of the brick & mortar store... it's POURING BUCKETS of rain outside. But I don't care. How many unsuccessful lines have I stood in at this point for MacMart with NO SUCCESS unless you count the one bowl of NOT SPINACH ARTICHOKE BUT BBQ MAC & NOT JUST REG BBQ MAC BUT COLD BBQ MAC?! My boyfriend & I see the neon in the window was we are hunched under the same umbrella & feel relief... "oh my goodness, the rain kept the other Mac maniacs away, we can actually order quality mac in peace.." So we thought. We walked in to the small, smart, clean place with 3+ employees with their elbows on the counters just waiting for some business to be told, "Whoops, sorry, the soft opening day is being pushed back due to the City permit situation". My external voice said "Oh, okay. Thanks." while my internal voice said "OH OKAY WELL GREAT OF YOU TO ANNOUNCE A SOFT OPENING ON SOCIAL MEDIA WHEN YOU DIDN'T EVEN HAVE CLEARANCE FROM THE CITY YET BC #1 MY BF WOULDN'T HAVE TRAVELED THROUGH SO MANY NEIGHBORHOODS TO MEET ME FOR LUNCH OR #2 I WOULD'VE HAD LUNCH DELIVERED TO MY OFFICE SO I WOULDN'T HAVE HAD TO TRAVERSE THROUGH THE WETTEST DAY PHILADELPHIA HAS SEEN ALL YEAR JUST FOR A BOWLFUL OF DISAPPOINTMENT" So, MacMart (Brick & Mortar) opens & for the first few weeks I see lines down the block to get in. Well, within the first couple of weeks I happen to walk by at a non-peak time with a coworker & seeing no line, I convince her to try it out. I FINALLY get my first taste of Spinach Artichoke mac (a la the Rittenhouse or whatever they call it now). We are kind of rushed through the line and I kind of have sticker-shock over my total, but maybe 4 bites in I'm beyond stuffed & realize this carb-overload will feed me for a few meals making the outrageous price forgivable. This experience leads me to talking my very-unimpressed-due-to-the-soft-opening-snafu-boyfriend in to meeting me there for lunch shortly thereafter, as I foolishly thought the staff must've learned how to handle crowds at this point. I show up late-ish for lunch-time 1:30 to 2:30ish, unimpressed bf in tow.... we finally decide on our mac orders, and then as we hand over the cc, I present the Mac Mart "punch" card I was given at my first-ever brick & mortar Mac visit... only to be told despite SPENDING OVER TWENTY DOLLARS ON MAC & CHEESE that day for two orders, you can only get one initial (i.e punch) per visit, regardless of # of mac bowls on your order. Let me just break that logic down via capitals for everyone, because surely nobody sticks with a review for this long. MAC MART DOESN'T CARE IF YOU ARE GIVING THEM 1 EXTRA LOYAL CUSTOMER BESIDES YOURSELF, OR TWO, OR FIVE, OR TEN (equivalent to $20 dollars worth of mac, or $30, or $60, or $110) YOU ONLY GET ONE PUNCH PER VISIT & THAT IS THAT. Of course, to redeem said punches for a free bowl of mac, that means you had to have spent a BARE MINIMUM of $100 on mac & cheese (that's using $10 as an average, if you got JUST naked mac EVERY SINGLE TIME & JUST BY YOURSELF you could spend a mere $82.50) then and only then are you entitled to a delicious bowl of Mac on the house. That particular experience of receiving just one "punch" despite bringing multiple customers on-board led me to the realization that I somehow got sucked into the Philly food scene hype, and that it was BEYOND overrated. I have top notch culinary skills myself, and if I find myself in the mood to overload on carbs, I can save myself roughly $5 per bowl of mac even if I buy every extravagant cheese & condiment & topping possible. TL;DR, make your own mac if you can boil noodles & mix in 5 - 10 ingredients. read more

A good place to stop if you craving some Mac and cheese. I remember when they had the pink truck pumping that cheesy goodness around Drexel university when it was only 8 for a bowl. Yes 8 is high but now it's over 10.00. It a treat every now and then. This time I had the BBQ bacon bowl and it was ok. read more

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I was skeptical about this place and didn't want to get my hopes up too high, but I was not disappointed. I got The Rittenhouse, Mac and cheese with spinach and artichoke dip on top with Panko. Spinach dip alone was very tasty, Mac and cheese alone, again very tasty. Mixed together with the added texture bonus of panko made this a winning dish. My only criticism is that it wasn't as hot as I would have liked, maybe lukewarm. Still excellent and will be back to try other combinations! read more

Mac Mart - The Rittenhouse - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Mac Mart is another food truck gone brick 'n mortar. I'm glad it did because now you can get this delicious macaroni everyday of the week but Sunday. Their attractive store on 18th Street has room inside or outside for eating. Mac 'n cheese is a classic comfort food and when you taste their original seven cheese potato chip panko crunch macaroni, you'll know why! read more

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I've been wanting to try Mac Mart for so long, and finally got the chance. I ordered the bbq chicken bowl ahead of time and it was ready right when I got there. It was delicious, creamy, and packed with flavor. The bbq chicken really hit the spot and added to the experience. There isn't much seating, so it depends on the time of day you go whether or not you'll snag a seat. While I definitely loved my order and think they offer creative and fun options, I would say it's pretty overpriced for what you get, and will probably not be somewhere I hit up regularly. read more

Went yesterday with a few friends after walking around the city most of the day. The mac and cheese is amazingly creamy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I got the Rittenhouse, and I don't think I'll ever eat mac and cheese without spinach & artichoke dip on top ever again. read more

Mac Mart - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A very decent bowl of mac n cheese, but nothing that special. You can build your own bowl, or go for a "classic creation". I got the Rittenhouse; topped w/ creamy sautéed spinach & artichoke dip.This flavors were very good, and the elbow mac were a nice consistency. I just wish there was more topping. The dish as a whole wasn't creamy, cheesy, or gooey enough. The potato chip panko crust made it even drier. read more

Mac Mart is EVERYTHING. I was there their first day at Drexel, and just the other day finally swung by their store front off of Rittenhouse. Owners are so lovely and they really care about their product. I have had so many of their classic dishes, but most recently at the Buf which had just enough spice. I really loved the quality of the cheese and Mac, and could taste the homemade ranch. It can be a little steep to spend almost $10 on Mac and cheese, but if you're gonna do it, Mac Mart is the place to do it. read more

Mac Mart - The Buf. - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Wow what a find!! Delicious Mac and cheese. Hubs and I got the bacon chicken ranch and the cheesesteak mac. Cheesesteak Mac was OK but hubba hubba I loved the chicken bacon ranch! And they serve each order in reusable (microwaveable + dishwasher safe) tupperware!! Can't wait to go back! Oh and they have Stewart's root beer. read more

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Finally, a place where I can get mac and cheese on the go! I've been to their food truck before, but it's nice to have a brick and mortar restaurant to visit. Although the prices seem a little steep at first glance, you have to realize that they're giving you a solid brick of mac and cheese -- something that you really shouldn't finish in one sitting but probably will anyway because it's so good. Their concept is simple: you can build your own or choose one of their "Classic Creations." I've never actually built my own bowl here since their creations are way too tempting. I've tried the "Corndog Cup" (great for corndog lovers AKA me), "BBQ in a Bowl" (a tad sweet, but still good) and the "Jalapeno Popper Bowl" (spicy, creamy, and awesome). Their mac and cheese itself is a little stiffer than the mac and cheese I'm used to; instead of being soft, the pasta here is harder, not quite al dente, but close. It makes the texture of their dishes more interesting instead of just straight cheesy mush. Overall, 4 Yelps. Great take out mac and cheese and great for people with self control who can stash away half of the container for a later meal. read more

Very delicious and heavy. The mac and cheese itself was very tasty. Good amount of thick cheesiness and paste was cooked perfectly to withstand the weight. I created my own bowl, similar to the wit Mac bowl. Very good. My only qualm is that I added tater tots (+$1.25) thinking I could literally get tater tots, but what I got was some crunches. So not worth the add in- disappointing. Why isn't this a cheap crunch add in? The chicken pesto bowl was very delicious as well. Went during lunch and it was pretty quick. Friendly service. Overall, it's very good. It will fill your Mac and cheese craving. Pretty big portion considering Mac and cheese is so heavy. Pretty pricey though ($10-13 a bowl). Worth the splurge for a treat once in a while. read more

I love love the Mac at this place; so it really bums me out that they're not the most environmentally friendly. They use microwave safe containers so customers can reuse at home which is nice; but you can't bring your own container back to use again there. Also, they use the same plastic containers and single use plastic forks for eat-in orders; rather than using regular plates and silverware that can be washed and reused for the next customer. The other day I was waiting in line to get take out and while I was waiting I watched an entire family throw out their plastic containers and forks. The average eat in customer isn't going to carry around a container to bring home wether it's microwave safe or not. At least get a recycling bin! I would give the food here 5 stars but unfortunately as someone who strives to reduce waste and minimize my environmental footprint I can't eat here! read more

I am biased towards certain dishes and mac and cheese is certainly not on the top of the list of my go to foods (probably because I'm lactose intolerant). I have to admit though the mac and cheese here is pretty awesome and if you are a mac and cheese lover you will love this restaurant! There are so many choices and toppings and the ingredients seem top notch. I love pesto chicken so I got the pesto chicken item, and I was pleased with it. Only reason I gave this place 4 stars and not 5 is the price. After tax my mac and cheese came out to be a little under $12. That is up charging way too much for just noodles and cheese sauce sprinkled with some chicken and potato chips! I judge the value of a restaurant dish based on how easy it is to make it myself at home, which is dependent on the time savings and the culinary skills required to make it. For example, gourmet pizzas are hard to make at home because most people don't have a brick oven. Ramen is hard to make because I don't have the time to simmer the pork broth at home. I pay premium on lattes because I don't have a $2000 espresso machine to make the espresso shots and to create that microfoam texture in the steamed milk. Mac and cheese, however, is dead easy to make (just boil noodles, mix cheesy ingredients and heat it up). I didn't notice any out of ordinary ingredients/toppings at Mac Mart, so I don't think $12 is worth it for repeated visits. Sorry, I don't think up charging for mac and cheese is a good business model no matter how good it tastes. At the end of the day, it's just mac and cheese and I'm a food snob. read more

This place is affordable, fast, and delicious. I tend to prefer moister Mac and cheese but given that this is essentially fast food, it wasn't an issue for me. This was so good. I got one of the classic creations vs. building my own, but everything looked good and most importantly, everyone looked so happy eating their food regardless of their orders! It is super filling - one pound of very high calorie Mac and cheese and toppings. Not a deterrent at all for me, but it did mean I couldn't finish it all in one sitting (if you're someone who doesn't like leftovers and who doesn't eat very much, you might not be as into it - but I happen to love them!). It is a tiny place, so there is hardly any seating. It's not a good place to go with a group (or depending on time of day, even by yourself) unless you have somewhere else to go and eat; Rittenhouse square is nearby for nice weather. Finally, the service was friendly. There was actually a malfunction with the credit card payment system when I was there, perhaps due to an Internet issue they were having, so my meal ended up being free because they couldn't get the payment to go through. They were so nice about it. I'll definitely go back just to support them - and, to enjoy the food! read more

They have the best jalapeno Mac and cheese!! I cannot resist but to put an order in when I walk by this place. The best part is You're also supporting a small business owner! read more

I love mac and cheese! I came across this place on yelp and decided to try it out. I walked in and thought to myself wow everything is nice and organized. I walked up to the cashier and asked which was better the crabby mac or the lobster mac and cheese. She said it was a personal preference which I can understand but who says that to a customer? Luckily her counterpart stepped in and helped me make my decision. Overall, customer service is 50/50. The lobster mac and cheese was good just overpriced for the amount of food. It was $15.90 for the lobster mac n cheese and a small drink. read more

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So good, so bad for you. Delicious food in cute to-go containers. Located in ideal shopping area. Friendly staff and decent prices (especially for a college student). Highly recommend! read more

Mac Mart - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

That 'Return of the Mac' sandwich is the TRUTH. I was a skeptic, but again...I see my coworkers go to certain places and it sparks my interest. That is some amazing Mac n Cheese. It just melts in your mouth...it's so creamy and flavorful..and then to pair it with Texas Toast...OMG. To be quite honest, I know good and well I'm lactose intolerant, but my stomach apparently loved this stuff (as cheesy as it was) cuz I haven't had ONE single issue since eating it earlier today. Lol. If that doesn't convince you to go, I don't know what will. read more

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I too was an eager follower of Mac Mart's truck and ate it whenever it was at Drexel's campus. I was so excited when they announced the brick and mortar. I was not disappointed. There is a huge selection of toppings compared to the truck's daily mixes, and the ingredients are fresher and arranged beautifully given the new and improved containers (which are reusable!). I had the margarita mac, and the tomato and basil was so perfect with the garlicy panko crunch and rich cheese. My boyfriend got the Heart Attack Mac, which is exactly what it sounds like; it too was incredible and had an excellent flavour assortment going. Despite getting carryout, the new containers still kept the mac warm, and it was still hot by the time we got home - 15 blocks away. This place never disappoints. read more

I ate here for the first time today. The first thing I have to say is not about the food. It is about those who were working. I left my bag at the table outside after eating during the busy CC Monday lunch hour today. I did not realize until I got back to the office a half hour later that I did so. I had some important things in there. I quickly called the store and the person who answered was so nice. They said they were not at the store now but headed back and would ask the girls working behind the counter to look in the meantime. So I am not quite sure how but they had it for me in their back closet waiting! So the staff is awesome. And the mac and cheese build a bowl kills it especially if you get the ketchup and potato chip panko on top. I wish there were more stars because any restaurant that has a ketchup add-on is gonna be a true love of mine. I have never been to the cart and did not know it ever existed- I am so happy this is a brick and mortar just a block from work. Tbh, before this place opended and there was just the flourescent sign outside, I assumed it would be a makeup place. I really love the sign and I am really happy it is mac n cheese rather than makeup. read more

SO GOOD MAN. I definitely would come back to Philly just to get Mac and cheese from here . The staff was incredibly nice as well.

Probably one of my favorite food spots in philly. If you are a mac and cheese lover, look no further! They are totally worth the calories and taste great even as leftovers. read more

Very yummy Mac and cheese.. They give you big portions and are friendly. They top the mac and cheese with potato chip panko crumbs.. What more could you ask for!?! Can't wait to go back again. read more

Mac Mart - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

With a pretty simple menu offering several different flavors, this is a great grab and go spot that will more than satisfy your carb craving and ready to eat in a matter of seconds. I was suprised at how much flavor I got from the Marta Mac which is just the traditional mac and cheese topped with panko chips. The container they give you is worth saving to! read more

As a frequent follower of the Mac Mart truck, I anxiously anticipated the brick and mortar location from the moment it was hinted at on social media. Let me tell you, this place is everything you can dream of and more. The staff and owner are friendly and efficient, which is necessary for a Rittenhouse lunch. You leave with a hefty plastic bowel (suitable for reusing, in my opinion), filled with about a pound of delicious, cheesy goodness. I easily get two meals out of bowl, which is a bargain at less than $10. There is limited seating, so don't expect your family of five to sit and enjoy a family dinner. Or to fit your double stroller in the store for more than just grabbing your food (not that I'm speaking from experience...). I love that the topping options and combinations are truly endless. There are daily specials like lobster mac. Mac and cheese is always a crowd pleaser, and can work for most diets (including gluten free). But, I mostly love that I can Get My Mac On any day of the week. read more

I've been here multiple times for their Cowboy Cup and finally got around to writing a review. I absolutely LOVE their jalapeño-infused pasta and wish I could replicate it but until I can, I will happily make the trip to their brick and mortar location right down the street from Rittenhouse Park. It's so carb-loaded but I never feel an ounce of regret afterwards (might just be me). The store has a few seats for seating but during a busy day, I wouldn't count on it. Service is speedy, the workers are nice, and the food is good. What more can you ask for? read more

Simply yummy! Stopped by on Saturday for a Walt Wit! So happy I did. I will return to try other options.

Have you ever had a random craving for mac and cheese but didn't want to spend $20 on a full size serving or $10 on a side dish serving at a really cool bar? Then Mac Mart is the place for you! I had the Crabby Mac, which is a surprisingly good deal for just $9.50 plus tax (with bits of real crab!). The base mac and cheese itself is sooooooo cheesy! I've spent the same amount on side dish servings at bars, and they didn't have as much cheese as this! I imagine they make a lot and then keep it on a warmer because it's like a "fast food" place, right? I've had others (from fast food like places) that were burnt or dried out, but not here! I'm very surprised and happy with how it turned out. You also get a lot for the price. It's about a pound, I think someone else said before. And they have a lot of cool toppings like caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella, and FRICKIN TATOR TOTS!! read more

Hands down my favorite restaurant in Philly. Crazy, I know. I get jalepenos, extra jalapeño oil, ranch, and cornbread Crumbles. And it is heavenly. Very filling and glutinous, but worth every single perfectly delicious calorie. I am getting ready to move a cross the country. And, inclusive of family and friends, Mac Mart has made the top 5 list of things I will miss most about Philadelphia. read more

I got "In the buff", I could hardly finish it!! I can make waaaaay better mac and cheese at home!! The cheese is not good at all, it tastes plasticity, no soul whatsoever! This is my first time EVER writing a review. Ordered on postmates and wasted $17. read more

We had the heart attack! It was around $10.28. It was delicious but the mac felt a little undercooked. I'm giving it 3 stars just for the taste. read more

I've been here twice now and have some really mixed feelings. After my first visit I left completely unsatisfied. My second trip was better and prompted me to write this review. For starters, I think their mac and cheese needs serious help. For a mac and cheese place, I expected the mac to be the shining star but found it relatively bland and flavorless. It's served warm, not hot. On my first visit, I got the Jalapeño Popper bowl and it was completely underwhelming. There was no kick from the jalapeños nor the jalapeño oil. It was incredibly boring and I definitely would not order it again. After this experience I had not intention of returning. However, I decided to recently give it another go after hearing of their discount on election day. This time I got the Cowboy Cup and MAN was it flavorful. The bacon, ranch, and cornbread crumbs had such an impact on the bowl and this bowl was much better. However, I still felt the mac itself left a lot to be desired. The prices are slightly inflated and service was cold on both visits. Ultimately, I can't justify a better rating for a mac and cheese place serving below average mac and cheese. read more

Mac Mart - 'Wit' Mac on left, Jalapeño Popper bowl on right - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place is the is literally the stuff of dreams. Cheeses and toppings galore, this place is Mac & Cheese wonderland. This is one of the more unique places in Philly that will definitely flourish! Good for a quick fix, and something decadent. I didn't have to wait long at all for my Barclay Basil Chicken and couldn't be more content with it. Besides the fact that I had more than enough options to pimp my Mac & Cheese up, I thought the microwavable little yellow containers they came with to be a stroke of genius. It's so you can bring it home when you can't finish -- portion sizes at Mac Mart are well worth the price as they are generous with their servings. You can never have too much cheese, right? The servers were extremely helpful and were super patiently when I took way too long to place an order. The place doesn't offer a lot of seating, so don't expect to stay for too long. When I visited, it was empty, but I was there a little before 5pm. Mac Mart also does delivery, and I can only imagine that your Mac & Cheese come just as it's served at the store! I'd definitely come back for more. read more

Mac Mart is the epitome of comfort food for this stressed out law student. The Mac n cheese is amazing- the pasta is delightfully chewy and the cheese sauce is unique and flavorful. I've tried their classic Mac, buffalo chicken Mac, and the tater tot Mac. Word on the street is they're releasing a hash brown Mac later this week... can't wait to try that! read more

Mac Mart - Tater tot Mac n cheese = heaven - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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