A national mac and cheese restaurant is making its Tucson debut

A national restaurant chain, known for its comfort noodles, will open its first Tucson shop this year.

I Heart Mac & Cheese has leased 1,416 square feet at 1495 E. Tucson Marketplace within The Bridges, near Park Avenue and Interstate 10.

The Florida-based chain specializes in macaroni and cheese bowls with toppings such as chicken parmesan or short ribs. Grilled cheese sandwiches and flat breads are also on the menu.

It was noted as a “Top 100 Best Growing Franchise” by Entrepreneur magazine in 2021.

There are more than 40 locations across the country.

I Heart Mac & Cheese is scheduled to open in Tucson later this year.

Brenna Lacey and Jeramy Price, with Volk Co., represented the landlord, Eastbourne Investments Ltd. and JL LLC at Tucson Marketplace at the Bridges. Joey Castillo, with Volk Co., represented the tenant.

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