I Heart Mac & Cheese opens in Hauppauge

A new I Heart Mac & Cheese restaurant has opened in Hauppauge.

The fast-casual concept’s newest Long Island location is at 812 Wheeler Road.

I Heart Mac & Cheese specializes in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls and grilled cheese sandwiches, but it also offers a variety of health-conscious bases including quinoa, broccoli, cauliflower, gluten-free pasta, plant-based protein and dairy-free alternatives.

Some of the restaurant’s favorite chef-driven combos include baked chicken parmesan, baked meatball parmesan, the Cuban, pepperoni pizza, and lobster & white truffle mac, among others. Side dishes include cheesy broccoli and tomato soup, with such desserts as mini chocolate chip cookies, brownies, marshmallow treats and caramel cookies.

On National Grilled Cheese Day, April 12, customers can get a buy one, get one 50 percent off special on all grilled cheese sandwiches.