Homeroom
Fully committed to the art of mac and cheese, Homeroom steps up to the plate with nearly a dozen cheesy creations. With a desire to open a comfort-food eatery specializing in macaroni and cheese that tasted as good as the one she grew up eating, owner Erin Wade gave up her career as a lawyer to achieve her dream and now crafts delicious eats for the Oakland community—and beyond.
The passion behind every dish can be tasted in each bite, whether you order the Gilroy garlic, buffalo chicken, jalapeño popper, or smoky bacon mac. You can also customize the classic mac and cheese version with chorizo, caramelized onions, garlic butter, Hot Cheetos, and many other add-ins. Even vegans will find something to love, given the number of animal product–free offerings such as the vegan mac, which can be topped with vegan sausage. Serving up some of the best mac and cheese in California, Homeroom is one eatery you definitely won’t want to miss.
If you feel like enjoying a night in instead, stop by Homeroom To Go and pick up half-baked mac and cheese dishes. Throw them in the oven at home, and you’ll be savoring your favorite flavors before you know it.
Mac Daddy
Head to Mac Daddy in San Francisco’s Potrero Hill neighborhood for some truly incredible build-your-own macaroni and cheese. Go traditional with the Mac Daddy Classic to try the savory flavors of Pecorino Romano and aged, extra-sharp cheddar cheeses. Or, eat outside the box with the goat mac, featuring scallions, olive oil, fresh goat cheese, Jack cheese, and bread crumbs.
Craving something more Italian? Opt for the pizza mac (complete with tomato sauce, pepperoni, fresh basil, and mozzarella) or the carbonara mac (loaded with bacon, quail egg, asiago cheese, peas, and shallots). If you want to go all out, choose from the dozens of proteins, vegetables, and cheeses available to add in whatever your heart desires.