6 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in California!

No matter where you roam, sometimes you just find yourself needing the comforting cheesy goodness of a bowl of mac and cheese. Thanks to California’s vast culinary scene, you can find everything from basic bowls, to gourmet varieties, and so much more. Take a look at just 6 of the best ways to eat mac and cheese in California.

Wayfare Tavern, San Francisco, CA

At Wayfare Tavern you can find updated takes on bar food and classic comfort foods, including a mac and cheese with a smoky spin.

Bouchon Bistro, Yountville, CA

World famous Chef Thomas Keller is renowned for his luxurious take on mac and cheese, which you can find at his Bouchon Bistros. Decadent lobster mac and cheese is the dish you didn’t know you were missing.

Joan’s on Third, Los Angeles, CA

Joan’s on Third presents a perfectly square take on mac and cheese casserole. It’s no frills and no fuss, just like you make it at home.

Fred 62, Los Angeles, CA

Fred 62 is a classic diner with a modern perspective so that you can get diner dishes any time of day or night. Try the mac and cheese balls that make a perfect late night snack or opt for the more traditional version of creamy noodles in a plate.

Homeroom Mac + Cheese, Oakland, CA

Homeroom Mac + Cheese is what your school cafeteria would have served if your school cafeteria didn’t suck because it served a whole lot of mac and cheese. Mac and cheese as reimagined by Homeroom includes plain versions, garlicky versions, spicy variations and even the creative power to make your very own mac and cheese.

Mister A’s, San Diego, CA

Mister A’s mac and cheese is probably the classiest mac and cheese side dish around. In fact, people head to the higher end restaurant just to fill up on a bowl of Mister A’s famous mac and cheese with black truffles and pancetta—a meal in itself.

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