I stumbled across Mac & Gold at the Neighborhood Flea in the Strip. I knew of Mac & Gold by reputation and am glad I got to visit during my final PGH hurrah.
It is an easy and unequivocal rating of five stars. No doubts or hesitation.
I ordered a side salad with ranch. The salad was baby greens, grape tomatoes, and some fantastic ranch.
I also got one of their daily specials with asparagus, tomatoes, and spinach. The mac part is thick twisty noodles that are toothsome and satisfying. Their cheese sauce is thick, rich, and the best I've ever had. It is a smooth, well-bound consistency with no hint of the oily separation that plagues so many mac-n-cheese sauces. The asparagus was fresh, and a good balance of crisp and tender. The tomatoes were beautiful and flavorful smushed orange balls. It was a wonderful combination.