The mac and cheese at Fat's is a side dish built to sit next to fried chicken and waffles, featuring elbow macaroni in a thick, cheesy sauce. Its distinguishing trait is that it leans into soul food flavors, often seasoned more assertively than a plain diner version. The pasta comes in a compact portion with a creamy interior and sometimes a bit of browning along the edges, adding a slight textural contrast. Guides to Seattle fried chicken and mac often note that ordering this alongside the main plates makes for a very rich, satisfying spread.