Discover the top 4 highest-rated dining experiences
Find the 4 best places for mac and cheese in Center City. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional mac and cheese.
Center City's Premier Mac and Cheese Destinations
Center City is home to some of the most indulgent mac and cheese in the city, offering a variety of ways to enjoy this classic comfort dish. Whether you are looking for the hearty American flavors found at Prohibition Taproom, DBG, and Marathon - 16th & Sansom, or a more refined French interpretation at Rouge, there is a bowl to satisfy every craving. From laid-back gastropubs to upscale dining rooms, these local favorites elevate simple pasta and cheese into a culinary highlight of the neighborhood.
4 restaurants in Best Mac and Cheese in Center City | Top 4 Spots
- Prohibition Taproom — American · rated 4/5: Step into a moody, vintage-inspired haunt where the air is thick with the savory aroma of bubbling French onion soup and the irresistible crunch of golden-fried snacks. This lively taproom invites guests to linger over shared plates of zesty wings and crispy Brussels sprouts, pairing elevated comfort food with a spirited atmosphere that feels like a well-kept neighborhood secret.
- DBG — American: DBG pulses with a vibrant, social energy where friends gather over overflowing boards of elevated comfort food and chilled drinks in a lively urban setting. The kitchen masters the art of the shared plate, serving up crispy cheesesteak egg rolls and golden-brown Amish pretzels that pair perfectly with zesty, house-made dips and mountain-high nachos. It is a spirited retreat where the satisfying crunch of house-made pickle chips and the warmth of melted mozzarella create the ultimate backdrop for spirited conversation and late-night cravings.
- Marathon - 16th & Sansom — American: This vibrant Center City cornerstone hums with the energy of a classic urban bistro, where floor-to-ceiling windows invite the city’s pulse into a space filled with the comforting aroma of simmering matzoh ball soup and golden, pan-seared pierogies. The menu celebrates elevated comfort, offering a soulful journey from bubbling pots of vegetarian chili to the nostalgic indulgence of creamy, oven-baked mac and cheese. It is a welcoming sanctuary where the bustle of the street fades behind plates of crispy calamari and shared flatbreads, making every meal feel like a warm neighborhood homecoming.
- Rouge — French: Rouge invites guests into a sultry, sophisticated atmosphere where the glow of ambient lighting sets the stage for an evening of refined indulgence. The kitchen balances coastal elegance with soulful comfort, pairing chilled oysters and silken Wagyu beef carpaccio with golden, pan-seared pierogi and bubbling crocks of artisanal mac and cheese. Whether sharing a vibrant charcuterie board or crisp tuna tartare tacos, diners find themselves immersed in a lively yet intimate space that celebrates bold flavors and effortless style.
