We started off last year in search of the best macaroni and cheese in town and we kicked it off with that search for 2017, too.

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Community Q was the 2016 favorite, but did they reign supreme again? Indeed, Community Q remains your favorite spot in town for a cheesy fix. The competition was fierce, and they brought it home once again as this week's winner.

In a close second is Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q, serving up intown folks with a heaping helping of creamy happiness. If you're a true macaroni and cheese enthusiast, this is a must-try.

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Third place was too close to call, so we are giving it to Heirloom Market in Cobb County, and Table & Main in Roswell. No matter where you live, there's no excuse to not be chowing down on the best of the best.

Being a Southern city, Atlanta knows a thing or two about mac 'n cheese. Whether you like it old school or prefer a creative spin, you can easily find this dish at most restaurants in town. Be sure to taste test our runner ups: Ladybird Grove and Mess HallTwain's Brewpub & Billiards (DeKalb), The Porter Beer Bar (Intown), Local Republic (Gwinnett) and South City Kitchen (Intown, Cobb, North Fulton) .

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