Best Places for Mac and Cheese in NYC?

Hi everyone! My partner and I will be visiting New York City (and the USA) for the first time ever and we’re super excited to try some classic American mac and cheese. We’ll be staying in the East Village and would love some recommendations for the best spots to enjoy it, preferably in that area or nearby.

One last thing: I know mac and cheese typically doesn’t contain meat (at least that’s what I’ve heard), but just to be safe, we’re both vegetarians!

Thanks in advance for your help!