National Macaroni & Cheese Day Survey Reveals More Than Half of Americans Would Give Up Coffee or Social Media Before Mac & Cheese
BEAVERTON, Ore., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This National Macaroni & Cheese Day (July 14), Main St Bistro®, a leading maker of premium refrigerated side dishes, is celebrating one of America's favorite comfort foods in a big way—with a nationwide giveaway and national survey that shows just how far people will go for macaroni and cheese. According to the independent survey1 of 1,000 Americans, 56% said they would give up coffee or social media before giving up macaroni & cheese, proving that the cheesy classic isn't just a side dish—it's a non-negotiable. To honor the cheesy staple, Main St Bistro is giving away a year's supply of macaroni & cheese to three lucky fans. Macaroni & cheese lovers can easily enter now through July 14 at mainstbistro.com/macaroniandcheese.
"With its widespread popularity and delicious taste, macaroni and cheese is a staple for so many households and works for every side of dinner. And because it's one of our most beloved side dishes, we wanted to have some fun with our many loyal fans who have helped it reach iconic status over the years," said Anne Nelson, Reser's brand marketing director. "Who doesn't love macaroni & cheese? Well – in fact – we found out, along with uncovering many interesting fun facts about this favorite comfort food!"
Among the highlights, Main St Bistro's national survey revealed the following cheesy truths about the legendary side dish:
54% eat macaroni & cheese weekly, with most preferring it for dinner
86% say it's an "adult" food, not just for kids
Nearly 1 in 3 (32%) name it their top comfort side
More than 75% eat it with a fork, not a spoon
And, when asked which celebrity Americans would most want to eat mac & cheese with, the unanimous vote was Snoop Dogg – beating out Guy Fieri, Martha Stewart and Jimmy Fallon!
Main St Bistro offers a variety of fully prepared macaroni & cheese dishes available in the refrigerated meat department of grocery stores nationwide:
Baked Macaroni & Cheese: A rich and savory baked macaroni and cheese dish topped with golden-brown cheddar cheese.
Signature Macaroni & Cheese: An extra rich and cheesy dish featuring tender elbow macaroni, whole milk, and real cheddar cheese.
Spicy Pepper Jack Macaroni & Cheese: Delicious blend of pepper jack cheese, jalapeños, and red and green peppers for a spicy, bold flavor.
Baked Four Cheese Macaroni: A baked homestyle dish of tender macaroni with white cheddar, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses and a cheddar cheese and breadcrumb topping.
Nelson adds, "Ours is always made with real milk, butter, and cheese. It's a delicious indulgence that's ready to heat and serve in minutes."
For more information about Main St Bistro, including where to buy, special offers, and more please visit https://mainstbistro.com/.
About Main St BistroTurn an everyday dinner into a memorable meal in minutes with refrigerated side dishes from Main St Bistro. They each offer craveable made-from-scratch taste and quality ingredients—ideal for any side of dinner. The Main St Bistro product line offers a full range of refrigerated side dishes (Baked Scalloped Potatoes, Roasted and Mashed Potatoes, and more). You can find Main St Bistro in the refrigerated section of your grocer's meat department. Visit www.mainstbistro.com.
1Pollfish survey data, May 2025.
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