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Mad Mac

3.8 (105 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Birria Mac n Cheese.

Birria Mac n Cheese. 12/10. It's not your traditional creamy velveeta/kraft ooey-gooey mushy type mac, so i can see how it wouldn't be up someone's alley. But if you like "al dente," and a more authentic cheese-taste, you'll probably be obsessed just like i currently am. The birria meat alone was fantastic and very bold in flavor. The staff were incredibly friendly and the restaurant itself looked cleaner than a hospital. It reminded me of the front lobby of a car dealership and I questioned whether they were in business because of just how clean it looked. The second i walked through door i was greeted with a warm introduction, and great hospitality. Would definitely recommend a visit to Mad Mac!

Leah M.

Ok... it's super simple and it's pretty darn tasty! Noodles cooked just right (not soggy at all) hot & creamy cheese... what else do you need with mac n cheese?! Well, in case you want more they have crispy jalepenos, bread crumbs and hotsauces etc. Gluten free noodle option too! For what it is great! I'm a lover of veggies & fresh stuff and don't really find that here ..but if you want hot, melty cheese & stick to your ribs pasta.. this is the place!

Calavera Mac - yum!!
Jenn C.

Exactly what comfort food should be! Creamy cheesy pasta. I got the Calavera Mac, which is their mac and cheese with chicken thighs (much better than chicken breast!), and pico de gallo. Very fresh and only a hint of spiciness to help cut some of that richness. Simple menu and the listed prices include sales tax. I love nice round amounts when it comes to the bill. Today they had listed two additional specials. And their drink menu looks perfect to try out on a warmer day. Service was friendly and my order came out quick. I got it to go, but will consider eating there the next time I go. And yes, there will be a next time. Love the location and what they've done to the space.The Boise Spectrum needs more places like this.

Jonathan C.

I think the base mac recipe is pretty good. But odd toppings in certain ways. My friend and I got 2 different choices so that we could try out the different options. What you get is the base mac with the ordered topping plopped on top. Maybe to some people this is fantastic, a mix it yourself kind of deal! To me this was kind of lazy. I want ooy gooy mac with dynamic flavors throughout and now that I know what the toppings are really all about I might just get the mac solo. Not worth what I paid in my opinion.

Taco mac
Marshall M.

We came here for lunch today and I thought mad mac was ok. We order the taco mac and it was good not great. The taco mac has mac and cheese topped with carne asada and chimichurri sauce. The mac and cheese is ok but to soupy for my taste. The carne and chimichurri sauce was good but reminded me of Hamburger Helper. Overall, it was good but not great mac and cheese but I personally like a more creamy but firm mac and cheese.

UncleBill S.

Got pulled pork Mac n Cheese. It was fit to eat. Was impressed with the serving size! I don't think I'd drive across town to get it but was satisfied. Someone else reviewed that the Mac was kinda bland, I have to agree: I expected more flavor... *Lost a star by not being able to provide a physical receipt*

Taco Mac
Nina C.

Meh. I had been meaning to try this place for awhile and found myself next to it right after an article about mac and cheese came out in the Statesman. Mad Mac made the cut on their list, so I pulled the trigger. I got one of the specials: Taco Mac -- it had carne and salsa on top. For me, it's just not my style of mac and cheese. I like a baked, firmer mac. This mac was a little thinner and looser than I like. The carne was fine -- average taste, nothing out of this world. It was like mall carne asada. Overall, there was nothing wrong with this place, it just didn't do much for me. I feel like there were some missed opportunities: where was the Chili Mac? The Potato Mac? Their sauce is like a thin au gratin so potatoes would have gone great. They could also be super avant-garde fusion -- where's the Curry Mac? Thai Mac? They could def. play with it and take it up a notch.

Burger AND spinach artichoke. No regrets. Delicious.
Jazmin A.

Looking through the photos, the burgur and spinach artichoke spoke to me. But what could i do? Get both? Yes. They put both toppings on for me. No regrets. P.s. i couldnt finish it all in one sitting.(Good thing)

Kaci C.

While the idea is a good one, who doesn't love Mac n cheese? The execution from my perspective failed. The Mac isn't as tasty as what I would get from a box and the toppings while plentiful, far out weighed the Mac in proportion and taste. Toppings =delicious, Mac = so so. Location is central and if you're out to see a movie it's in a good spot. The Italian soda inspired drinks do sound interesting and I would be willing to give them a try next time I'm at the theater. The seating while spacious is exceptionally cold this time of year. I look forward to seeing if they improve and can maintain the current level of excitement in a few months. I was also disappointed with the poor sustainability of the beverage cups and Chinese food take away containers. While convenient, they seem extremely wasteful. I didn't realize places still served in styrofoam, it makes me sad for our planet.

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I love this place! The good times fast and the portion is large. The Calavera is awesome!

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Bacon cheeseburger macis to die for! I love this place. It has the best Mac and cheese in my opinion.

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I had the gluten-free pasta with shredded pork. Holy smokes! SO yummy! My new favorite comfort food.

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8 years ago

Love the Calavera with chicken and jalapenos! I'm becoming a mac and cheese fan!

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8 years ago

Great mac. Tried bacon cheeseburger mac and its real good. Friendly service and great atmosphere.

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8 years ago

Just average mac. A few more menu items would be nice, salad or a veggie Mac of some sort.

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Mr V's Family Restaurant - Chicken fried steak and eggs

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4.1(234 reviews)
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Finally got to try this adorable family restaurant today, and honestly, 5/5 no questions. We didn't…read moreknow it was seat yourself since it was our first time there, but the server was so sweet and she addressed us right away and brought us menus and took our drink order- it was around 11 on a Tuesday and they were busy the whole time! She came back quickly and made some great recommendations and took our order. We typically always try a cinnamon roll (if they have it) and pancakes- my son ordered the chicken fried steak, which he really enjoyed- and I ordered the Idaho omelet, which was huge, and delicious. The cinnamon roll alone was worth the visit- and the pancakes were good too. The place itself is super cute diner vibes, and is split into two areas for seating. Honestly, this felt like visiting a friend- tons of regulars and the server was amazing knowing orders, names and keeping up on life. She really was fantastic, and made the whole experience that much better. We will definitely be going back, trying other yummy items and telling others about it. The prices are great too, and everything was yummy.

My wife was feeling like comfort food, and I brought us here for the first time today based on the…read morereviews. We came about 2 pm and the place was not crowded. The sign said to seat ourselves so we grabbed a booth. A young woman came over immediately and brought us menus and water. Inside is very homey and family friendly. There are booth along the sides and back of the restaurant and tables for four as well as bigger round tables that would seat 7-8. Next to us was a young family of five kids and the wife was pregnant. We then sat for longer than we should. Finally, our server, Julia B, came over. She was very friendly and nice. She took our order: my wife wanted the Salisbury steak and I had the Pacific Omelet with hashbrowns and pancakes. My first clue that things were not as they should be was when Julia asked my wife how she wanted her Salisbury steak cooked. Hmmm. The food took longer than it should to come out, but that was OK because we were in no hurry. When it did come out, my wife and I both looked at the "Salisbury Steak" and realized that, in fact, it was not what it was supposed to be. Instead, it was an actual steak. On the other hand, my omelet, with bacon crumbles and Swiss cheese, was good, my hashbrowns were extra crispy as I asked for, and the pancakes, which the cook forgot to make but that came out pretty quickly anyway, were pretty good. My wife ordered one of their giant cinnamon buns to go. We didn't see Julia for a time, and so my wife flagged down another server and asked if what she had was Salisbury steak. As expected the server said no. Julia came over shortly after. I said, "My wife ordered the Salisbury steak." Julia said, "Yes?". I said, "That's not Salisbury steak." She then realized her mistake and apologized repeatedly. What my wife received was the Iron Skillet Steak. Not sure about the misunderstanding. Julia offered to make the Salisbury steak to go, but my wife, being very nice and considerate, told her she'd be OK with the Iron Skillet Steak. Julia then comped the cinnamon bun, which I appreciated. She was trying to make things right. And again, she was very nice. We think we will give Mr. V's another chance at sometime in the future.

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Love love love this place! One of our favorite regular spots to go to. Excellent food, everything…read moreon the menu is so yum. The drinks are fantastic. The consistency is something to be proud of. We've been coming here since the beginning. Every single person working here is so friendly & fun. Val, Jordin, Ryan, Quinn, Sebastian, Sonia - you all rock!! Sorry this review is so overdue, but so incredibly well-deserved. Bravo! And see you soon ;)

We come every year for my moms birthday and tonight i noticed it just looks janky. Some might say…read moreim being nit picky but I'm also a business owner and id want to know this sort of thing for my business. When you walk in i noticed all the light fixtures are filthy. The 2 chandeliers have so many cobwebs on them that i wondered if it was left over Halloween decorations. They also have mismatched bulbs. Additionally all the exposed air ductwork is also filthy. My mom turned 82 today and has compromised pulmonary issues and when i saw all this the first thing that ran through my mind is I hope she's not gonna inhale all that stuff and have a rough day tomorrow breathing. Again, admittedly, yes, I am being picky but when I take 12 people out to dinner and drop a couple hundred dollars doing such, I want the place to be sharp and on point. The service is and always has been. But the place is looking a little rough. A few guys, a few ladders and a few hours will make a lot of difference.

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Found this gem at Indian Creek plaza in DT Caldwell and we were so happy to have stumbled upon it…read more They are dog friendly- and we even got to sit inside (with our golden)- they brought him a bowl of water and loved on him too, which is always such an added treat. The service was AMAZING! Seriously, even if the food hadn't been great, which it was, we would come back just for the vibe and service. The place was so cute- it had amazing murals all over the walls, a decent sized menu and our server made the best recommendations and truly went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcomed, taken care of and that everything was great. The sauce is delicious, the brisket was wonderful, and the price point is fair. If you like BBQ, go check them out for sure. We can't wait to go back. Also, definitely do an order of the grenades, they were delicious.

If you're in downtown Caldwell DO NOT SKIP THIS PLACE!!! The…read morebrisket was so soft and the flavors were spot on. The wings and the bbq sauce were epic. And the burger meat my husband said was probably one of the most delicious burgers he's ever had. Everyone from the hosts to our rad server TY who was super cool so sweet and funny with insights on how to order stuff. To the raddest cook miss whiskey that I've ever chatted it up with at a restaurant Eva. What I'm trying to say is. Everything on the menu is delicious but our big family of 7 had the best time there because your team was absolutely awesome. Oh and their Apple cider!!!! Fresh and delicious!! Thank you guys we'll definitely be back!

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2.8(174 reviews)
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Visited there yesterday. Our waitress, Joanna greeted us with the usual 'How are you' , when we…read moreasked her back she said she was tired. We immediately felt guilty to even order any drinks and just asked for water, my daughter said she didn't want anything and to save herself the burden, and we also stated we were ready to order. So as to save her an extra trip. We received our food but had no utensils so as our food cooled she brought us utensils. Side note , her other table didn't wait and retrieved their own. While eating our meal a bus person was cleaning a nearby table and knocked the pepper shaker to the floor. She picked it up and placed it back on the table. When I informed our waitress of this she said she would speak to her about it. I thought she would replace the pepper shaker. NOPE! She walked right past it. I don't even know if she spoke to the bus person. If this is how the front of the house is run, I don't want to imagine what goes on in the kitchen. We did not finish our meals nor take any leftovers. We love the Cracker Barrel and have enjoyed decades and multiple generations of meals, celebrating occasions and milestones. Just to note, we have visited a lot of different locations for these events. Cracker Barrel is our go to because it has something for everyone. But if this is the standard they now have, we will have to find another go to place.

Service is always good. A nice meal for a fair price. Usually do a breakfast meal, it's generous…read moreand good, never greasy. We enjoy having a good down home meal.

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