Restaurants in Ames

“Great food along with a small grocery store. The Birria was AWESOME! This was our first visit but I can’t wait to get back to try more. Staff was very friendly.”

“I liked it. I ordered my salad in a wrap with the berry smoothie. Yes, I paid $13 for 2 items, but it was fresh, no salt or additives. Sugar came from natural food. I enjoy fast food, but my doctor has discussed with me the cons of consuming processed meals. If I replace at least HALF of my take out choices with something like this (and it DID taste very good) I will see healthier results. I also like not wasting food, sustainable packaging and selectable options. After eating I did not get sleepy as other togo meals do to me, but instead had more energy. Simplicity is my goal so I'll definitely drive thru again.”

“Their street tacos are very flavorful and filling! They are not skimpy with the meat and everything is always made fresh. By far some of the best tacos we’ve ever had!!!!”

“Great place! Great flavor and very generous portions! Was shown this place by a coworker and now am telling everyone I know. Easily one of the best places in iowa for the cuisine style.”

“First time in and it was awesome! Annie and Rachel were so helpful the whole time ? All the food we ordered tasted great! Excited to recommend and come back ?✨?”

“I took my daughter there a couple month ago and we both tried diffrent cookies. We both agreed on how beautiful the cookies looked. They were a little bit expensive for a cookie but they were kinda of a big cookies. She thought her cookie tasted great. Ithought my cookie tasted like it was under done. To much like uncooked cookie batter..”

“Today was my first visit, chosen because I liked the sign. I picked a Hawaiian bowl and a mango bubble tea. Generous portions and delicious sauce. The shrimp and crab meat were high quality, the avocados perfectly ripe. Loads of yummy bubbles in my bubble tea. Staff were friendly and fun but also professional and fast. It’s a tiny cute restaurant with inside dining space. A hidden gem of Campus-town. I will be coming back to this place for sure.Vegetarian options: Tofu bowl and also the edamame is a protein option. Corn is mixed in to provide contrast.”

“Very fancy looking with reasonable prices! The food and drinks were DELICIOUS and our waitress was so nice and easy going. We purchased two adult meals, two kids meals and adult beverages. Would highly recommend and we will be back when we are in Ames again!!”

“We went for a day late Valentine’s dinner and was not disappointed! Noah at the bar took care of us and we couldn’t have asked for better service…. Amazing! The chef Steve was very helpful with menu items and both had the best customer service. The food was wonderful and don’t skip dessert…. Delicious!!!”

“absolutely delicious! we had the breakfast crepe, the apple brie crepe, and the banana Nutella crepe for our kiddo! all were absolutely delicious! the drinks are amazing too!”

“Highly recommend checking this place out. Went with a group of 7 and had outstanding customer service. Most of the food was more than generous portion and the taste was amazing. Top Mexican restaurant places I've been too.”

“My wife and I had an amazingly fun time on St Patrick’s Day. The staff were incredibly nice and fun, especially given how busy they were. The entertainment was great! We’ll be back next year! Thank you!!”

“Another delicious night - the Mac and Cheese, Chicken Parmesan, sausage and mushroom pizza, squash and apple bisque, chicken and rice soup, grilled cheese, Korean steak and egg were all delectable!!!! The ambiance and service is perfection for a relaxing night with family.”

“This is the BEST Chinese food I’ve ever eaten, and my best discovery in several years! You’ll notice the quality of ingredients immediately. I have NEVER been disappointed except when they were closed for a much deserved vacation! Fannie and her staff are extremely friendly and accommodating! I’m addicted.”

“The dining room was closed for remodeling so the drive thru lanes were packed. However, we spent about 5-10 minutes total between the time we got in line until we got our food. The food was spot-on. The drinks were cold and staff was friendly.”

“I asked for the spicy seafood hotpot. I am prediabetic and this dish is mostly protein. Today is kindda overcast so it was comforting to have warm, spicy hotpot.The staff is superfriendly and they asked the chef to make the dish less spicy for me.___________I ordered the spicy seafood hotpot. I am prediabetic and this dish has a lot of protein. It's partly cloudy today so it was nice to eat hot and spicy soup.The waitress was very friendly and asked the chef to make the dish less spicy for me.Vegetarian options: There was tofu, eggplant and other vegetable options.There was tofu, eggplant and other vegetarian options.Parking: Parking places directly in front of the restaurant. You pay with quarters.Parking spaces right in front of the parking lot. You pay with quarters.”

“Very nice atmosphere and great drink selection. We were looking for something a little more upscale after dinner and I hadn't been to Noir before. It was later and quiet inside, but again great atmosphere and spacious so we broke off in groups.Didn't try any food so I can't speak for that.”

“The building and decor are very welcoming and comforting. Lily was our waitress. She was so fun and informative and didn't rush us. We ordered onion rings and four meat platter. We tried all the sauces likingbthem all. We didn't have time to order ice cream, but the menu was enough to bring us back.”

“The yellow curry is to die for. Seriously tastes so authentic! The place is so cozy and very friendly customers. There's also free hot tea next to the self-serve water area. Highly recommend!”

“Shrimp Arepas are AMAZING! It is a comfortable space inside and includes a piano and has a slight bohemian vibe. Don't be fooled by the empty lot. If people knew about it, would be packed everyday. There is also a full bar with a wide selection of beer and liquor. I was going to mention service was slow but wow it was worth the wait.”

“The food is good but in our experience this restaurant consistently fails to meet their promised pickup time for carry out orders. Over and over again I walk in and the order isn’t ready even though it’s actually beyond the promised time. Very disappointed.”

“Owner, Jeff, went out of his way to make our big day special even though the restaurant was closed for renovations. We can’t begin to explain how thankful we are that this company cares so much about their customers. We go there or order from there all the time, and after today, we’ll continue loving everything we get from there!Thanks again, Jeff!”

“While I didn't know it we could have shared a meal, portions are amazinggg. As well as the customer service I've never seen better! I wish I could post a picture of the leftovers because we bought each of us our own meal! Highly suggest using them as share portions!”

“I've read several reviews that the interior of the restaurant needs an update because it is "so 1980s" so let me put my vote in that I like it that way and I have since I was a student at ISU actually in the 1980s. The nostalgia of many wonderful meals in a place that is recognizable is a great comfort. Now the Pizza is my favorite in the entire world. There are definitely better places in the world but no one has had a kind enough heart to point them out to me. I'm also enough of a pizza heretic to enjoy pineapple on my meat lovers pizza. I did burn my chin on a hot slice there 40 years ago. So glad I kept coming.”

“I love Mr. Burrito! Hands-down the best burrito in Ames. They are the loveliest family and always so kind to all of their customers. Great food and amazing small business owners. A true staple of the Ames community!”

“This is the absolute best restaurant in Ames to get a sirloin steak! They also serve a wide variety of other meats as well! The experience overall is mostly exceptional…Except if you have to wait in line for about an hour or more. Regardless, I highly recommend dining in this restaurant if you’re in the Ames area.”

“We came in an hour before close and our server was efficient with getting orders put in and we didn't feel rushed at all while the staff readied for closing. We all had endless shrimp and everything was delicious. Very happy to see it is a permanent menu item.”

“Was leery based off of the reviews, but if you want a cold drink and good service, then this is the place. The bartenders were quick, kind and diligent. It's rare to go in a bar where servers aren't just in a corner on their phone. These guys were really good! This place is well run.”

“Really impressed with the hospitality and dining experience overall, but the real gem here is Savanna. Got to experience their superb take on the Old Fashioned reimagined with Tequila and Mezcal. Perfect preparation and presentation that left me wanting more. Will be making a point to stop in again and linger a bit longer to see what other creations Savi has to share.”

“Just broskis, I also heard you can sleep over. Couple dudes shared their experience and it sounded phenomenal. Make sure you shake their upstairs roommate’s hand!”

“Today was the first time I have heard of Mrbeast Burger. I was intrigued since I definitely like my cheeseburgers. I have to say, the food was amazing! The fries were a little spicier then I expected, but I'm a wimp when it comes to spice. They were still great though. Then that burger!! Can't even describe it. If you like cheeseburgers, definitely give this one a try”

“Was great as usual, but they skipped putting tequila in the margaritas and then charged for a shot to put in..then acted like they couldn't understand me. Come on, I know the economy is rough... but be ”

“Best place in town for authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex. Speedy, happy service and the food is very good. Large variety on the menu too.Vegetarian options: They will make it however you need.Dietary restrictions: Great about dairy-free and gluten-free.Parking: Street parking along front and huge parking lot in back.Kid-friendliness: Happy, lovely place and great kids menu.”

“Always fun at Alluvial. Great beers on tap. Some other beverages available as well. A great space in back for larger events. Staff is always friendly and helpful.”

“This was a splurge meal for someone who is low sodium. It was very well worth it!! They choose the Buffalo on a thin crust. It was delicious and just as expected!We also got The Prairie Special on the Idaho crust. This was our favorite crust! Great flavor and texture! The toppings were a different combo than I had tried before, but I greatly enjoyed them. One of our "meat only" members thought it was their favorite of our 3.The last pizza was all meat except shrimp and chicken on the Denver thick crust with honey. The crust was ok. We normally always get thin crusts, but our sons requested one that wasn't thin crust. The 3 that ate it said it was OK. 2 tried it with the honey, liked it more thinking of it as a crusty bread. I think their opinions on the crust are more about the personal preference/used to thin crust. We got it based on the website, saying it was the most popular. We would personally not get this crust again. I would be interested in trying the oat if we get a thick crust next time. There is nothing wrong with this crust type, just not our preference.Dietary restrictions: We had gluten-free, grain-free people in our group. (The dairy light and low salt people choose to enjoy this meal as a special exception)We ordered 3 different crusts. The Idaho for those with restrictions. We actually felt that was the best of the 3 crusts we ordered. They say it isn't fully gluten-free because it is made in the same kitchen. We don't have anyone with celiac, so I can't speak on how it would affect that. But we didn't have any issues with it. I wish we had ordered the oat crust as our thick option.Parking: We were doing a pick-up at noon on Saturday as college students were coming back from Spring Break. It was busy everywhere, but there were a few spaces around the corner.”

“Went in looking for some whole bean coffee for my new coffee grinder and the barista was very friendly in suggesting a bag of coffee for me to try. Ordered a cappuccino while I was there which tasted great. Overall a great place and definitely recommend it to people looking for local coffee and espresso.”

“This THE place for lunch on Main Street. Be prepared to wait because there is generally a line. Best sandwiches in town - WAY better than any of the chain sandwich shops.”

“Love the coffee here! They make it pretty strong so be prepared for that extra kick of caffeine, that aside I've never had a bad coffee from them. There isn't a large selection of food items but I've liked the soup of the day when I have had it. The coffee shop itself is cute and usually it's a pretty quiet place to get work done. It can get really packed on weekends in the morning and tables fill up quickly so maybe plan on taking your coffee to go if you visit Saturday or Sunday morning.”

“My partner and I wanted to try something new for Valentine’s day, and I’m so glad this is the place we chose! The food and drinks are delicious, and the service was great. Our waitress was so kind, and we were never waiting too long for anything despite it being quite busy. My only complaint is that the music is a bit loud, we ended up getting dessert to-go because my partner was getting overwhelmed with the noise. Overall though, I had a great time and look forward to going back!!”

“Food was pretty good, and the service was amazing and fast! The staff are so incredibly friendly and the whole place has a cute vibe to it. A great place to see friends or family for a cup of coffee or tea. There was one woman in particular who deserves recognition, as she ran all the way out to the parking lot to give my boyfriend his card that he forgot! Will definitely be giving my business to this place on the regular!!”

“Fun easy and of course kid friendly. Our waiter was spot on!Parking: Parking lot is looking a bit rough.. floods of 93 are starting to show... floods and bubbled lot missing asphalt..Kid-friendliness: Pancakes and syrup!! Awesome size for kids.”

“Tasty pho and boba tea. The place was busy and Jimmy provided excellent service. Very impressive work. Thank you for making it a great experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Loved the fun experience of getting shaved ice so close to klineline pond ! We walked around with our kids after and it was such a fun experience! The shaved ice is very light and the flavors are so yummy ! I loved the blue raspberry and coconut one ! Definitely would recommend!”

“I haven’t had donuts like this since I was a child. I’m literally in my car in tears. Instantly brought back so many memories of my mom taking me and my sister to a small town bakery in Sheldon, Iowa. It was called the Prairie Queen Bakery (it’s been closed for years). And she’d let us each pick out our favorite donut and mine was always a ‘Honeymooner’ (called ‘Birds Eye’ here). I haven’t had one in decades, but it tasted just like I remember and brought back so many memories. Thank you for everything. Wonderful service and perfect donuts!”

“The woman that took my order was really sweet and their food is amazing like always (get the adobada burrito). She even noticed I was sad and wrote me the kindest message ”

“#1 food place in Ames for me ,Quesabirrias so good..BUT it's the Torta Birria that stood out ? haven't found anything comparable in any city I've been in the US since trying Tacos El Primo. Idk how common or authentic a Birria torta is, but it was so good and since moving from ames I am determined to try and find another one like the one from tacos El primoParking: parking lot that is small but always has space, so it is easy to drive up and get food without hassle”

“First time visiting. The fries are different ? but good! My order was fresh, hot and juicy! We followed it up with cement shakes and omg! It hit the spot! The weight scale even showed me how much I liked it the next morning though...SO BE MINDFUL IF YOU'RE WATCHING YOUR CALORIES AND FOOD CHOICES. The atmosphere was very retro and I Loved it! I most definitely will be returning....BUT it is extremely expensive. So make sure you got your plastic pass ? or that paper cause your gonna need it there! Just way too much goodness, to NOT wanna try something new. The restaurant was pretty clean too (I didn't use the restroom though). My only complaint, would be the NO HAIR NETS granted they had on hats or visors. One young lady had a visor hat and some extremely long hair in a ponytail halfway down her back still.....so some advice I'd offer is wear a hair net WITH your hat if your hair is THAT long. However, outside of that.....I enjoyed myself and so did my kids. Thank you ❤️”

“A favorite spot we like to go to on our drive down to NE. Food is always great and coffee is fantastic!! Owner and staff are warm and welcoming. Location is prime with gas station for an all in one road trip stop.”

“The most recent time I went here, the food was great as always! The service was fast as always. Culver's is my favorite place to go out to eat.Parking: There are many spots to park, including spots for handicapped parking up near the door. There is also "curd"side pick-up near the door, and even a few spots for anyone to park. It isn't usually difficult to find parking, and the drive thru does not interfere with the parking lot.Kid-friendliness: The atmosphere is very family friendly. There is nothing about this place that isn't kid friendly. They have high chairs and bibs for small children as well.Wheelchair accessibility: There are a few parking spots next to the door for disabled folks. The chairs inside the restaurant are easy to move to create wheelchair seating.”

“Love their Chicken Artichoke pizza. You get a choice of regular or thin crust, and three pie sizes. It's take and bake, so I don't think ambiance is important. The place seems clean, and the staff is quick and friendly. I've been several times and have never been disappointed.”

“I drove 220 miles to have potato cakes. The dummies in Minnesota decided to not serve potato cakes any more and replace them with crinkle fries. I've see stupid moves before but this takes the cake. Literally”

“I ordered catering this weekend for a bridal party as they got ready for their big day. The sandwiches were delicious, but the service was even better! The staff went out of their way to make the process as easy as possible, allowed me to pick up before they opened, and they even provided 2 sets of condiments. The best part…..they did that without me asking. When I ordered the staff explained the boxes and I said two would be great, so I have one for the bride suite and one for the groom suite. They went out of their way to make sure it was perfect and it was!!”

“This location is situated near the entrance to the North Grand Mall, but has an outside entrance as well. The store is small but the service is great and they made all of our sandwiches correct the first time (even with many modifications requested). Great sandwich shop in an okay location.Vegetarian options: Few veg options but they are tasty.Parking: Parking is for general mall patrons, delays the freaky fast claim to your sandwich.”

“I just ate a great salad from Firehouse Subs. A few weeks ago there was an error with my order and James sent me a certificate for a replacement item. I redeemed that today. Not only was the meal fresh and delicious, the service was fun and efficient. They even threw in some extras. I appreciate a business who takes care of their customers. I will be back for more.”

“Food is always good. Not necessarily the fastest Jimmy John’s around, but the folks there do try their best (and if you’re gonna complain about waiting at Jimmy John’s, try sitting in the Duff ave McDonald’s at rush hour. You’ll stop complaining real fast). Ordering ahead on the app usually means it’s almost always ready when you get there, unlike a lot of restaurants in the area that wait for you to get there before they’ll start (looking at you, pancheros).Also 6/5 stars for the Jurassic drive through window.”

“The grilled flavor of the burgers is great, and the prices are reasonable. I like the buildings aesthetic, and there is plenty of outdoor seating for those who like fresh air while they eat.”

“It is a little pricey but the food is amazing!!! When you order online the order is correct, hot and ready by the time you want it to be!!!! The one thing that I appreciated the most is when I did the online order I didn't have to use my credit card. I was able to pay with cash or use a gift card when I got to the store. Most online ordering you have to pay with a credit card first before they even take your order. When I arrived the food was hot and ready and it was hassle-free which I appreciated!Parking: They were pretty busy but there was still lots of spots open and available.Kid-friendliness: Right when you walk into the building they have high chairs, colors and activities for the kids to keep them content why you're waiting on food to arrive. Unless you do the buffet and then they literally just take your drink order and you go straight to the buffet. Which is great in case you have impatient children lol.”

“5 stars for the staff. -1.100 stars for the guests. love the bread. my favorite in the area even over hyvee fresh stuff. slim 5. wont regret. my carrier always cuts it in half with a bike tire. quirky folks in campus town!”

“My actual score would be 3 1/2. I’ve been here multiple times and I can say tgat there are up sides and down sides. The good thing is that the food is always good. It’s amazing. The downside would be if they have the food you came for. Several times they didn’t have steamed rice. So much so that I stopped coming for a bit and went to a different one whenever my mom is in town. But since it is on campus, it makes sense. Today, I got the steamed rice and amazing food. I also got a drink and I have to say that the drink was the downside. I’ve onky ever gotten a drink here once before and I remember it being subpar. I am a huge fan of rootbeer. Not only did I dump the rootbeer cuz it was unusually light in color, i also ended up throwing away the whole cup of Dr. pepper. I didn’t have time to check it cuz I had a bus to catch, which I ended up missing, so I just trusted it would be okay. It was also low on syrup. I would say that the staff is friendly and the food is always amazing and you really just need to know the busy hours if you want to get through quickly. The only downside is something is always lacking/missing, rather it be the sides, entrees, or drinks. It’s because of this that I give it my rating.”

“Of course my sliders were slamming, but the best part was Lexi. She is super friendly and such a hard worker. She was keeping up with a busy line with an awesome attitude and smile on her face.”

“This a great location, I don’t understand the negative reviews. Orders are accurate, it’s fast, and the food is good.Kid-friendliness: Great for kidsParking: Easy parking at location, though nearby gas station can cause backups getting in.Wheelchair accessibility: It’s ADA compliantDietary restrictions: Low carb options”

“Only 2 servers but those guys were moving! A little wait but it gave us time to really look at the menu, so much to choose from. My husband had pancakes and I had the Cluck Click Skillet with the side of biscuits and gravy. The food was excellent, my sunny side up eggs were perfection and absolutely the best biscuits and gravy I've had forever. We'll be back tomorrow.”

“Step into the London Underground and get ready for a vibe that's classic London pub with a twist. This spot is all about the whiskey and handmade drinks, catering to those who appreciate a quality pour.Now, here's the deal – they've got $1 Gin and Tonics. Yep, you heard that right. It's no wonder the place is buzzing with college crowds and locals looking for a good time without breaking the bank.We swung by on a Thursday night, around 9 pm, and surprisingly scored a table for six without any hassle. Despite the crowd, it had that laid-back atmosphere we all dig.And let me tell you about the drinks. We kicked back with some seriously good Old Fashioneds with the family, soaking in that authentic London pub feel.We were hyped for the Absinthe night coming up, especially since it coincided with my wife's birthday bash. But, unfortunately, plans fell through. That's life, I guess.Overall, if you're after that classic London pub experience with a modern twist, the London Underground is the spot to hit up.Parking: Parking is in the street and shared with other bars and businesses.Wheelchair accessibility: Not really an accessible joint for the wheelchair bound.”

“Cute little spot located on Main Street. Fairly priced hard scoop ice cream also delicious drinks and lattes and teas. They have a lot of novelty items as well like jewelry and candles and some mix and match items.I got the mango tajin ice cream and it was so good!”

“For me, Time Out is the perfect combination of a retro arcade and karaoke venue. The arcade includes a vintage Street Fighter II cabinet, my favorite game of all time. As a teenager of the early 1990s, I was practically addicted to SFII. I also love to sing and hear the other karaoke performers on Saturday nights. I struggle with social anxiety every day, but I always feel welcome at Time Out, especially on karaoke nights. I don't drink, but Time Out is my favorite local hangout.”

“We had a baby shower here and ordered a couple dishes off the catering menu. The atmosphere was wonderful and food was great. Plus the staff and owners were excellent to work with before and during! Everyone loved the wine bar set up and options! Would 10/10 recommend for a small (or larger) event and plan on going in general for casual hang outs!”

“They are quick, coffee is fabulous and they always say scoot around !! The customer service this morn/afternoon was top notch and will help me scoot through my day with a smile!!”

“I travel around the entire USA and find a shop in each city, sometimes 2 , and Burgie's is my recommendation for coffee in this area. I love a good coffee so I don't drink corporate poison like Starbucks or Dutch bros. This is a solid local shop that I recommend. I got the iced honey latte with light ice, and enjoyed it”

“Busy during lunch, because their lunch deals are unbeatable.In my opinion, they have the best chips and salsa in town.Kid-friendliness: Safe, friendly environmentWheelchair accessibility: They have a way to access the front door easily from the parking lot”

“I had the salmon newburgh and it was delicious! The salmon was so hot, I had to let it cool. It had shrimp and fresh tomatoes in a pink sauce! Loved every bite although brought home leftovers. Would definitely order again!”

“Not only great food but great people!!!Ashley and Stan rescued my dog Tucker who had unexpectedly escaped from my apartment. They kept watch over him until I could pick him up.Stop by and tell em Tucker the Golden sent ya!”

“Great bakery (much bigger & nicer than other great harvest locations I have visited). Nicely decorated, very friendly staff!Stop by the morning of your road trip & it will be a great start to the day!Kid-friendliness: My 10 yo enjoyed smoked salmon & the veggies breakfast sandwiches”

“Best bubble tea in Ames by far! Their Taro milk tea is amazing! They also have a lot of Japanese foods, treats, and even can buy MSG there as well if you want to use that in your Asian dishes.”

“I wish I'd found this place years ago!!! Probably some of the best Chinese food I've had in a long time. The woman who took my order was incredibly sweet and very helpful, my food was delicious and hot, and there was so much that I could get 3 meals out of it easily. Seriously, best Chinese food, if you're looking for authentic and good this is a great place to go!!!”

“Inspire was kind enough to drop off tea bombs for us at our office and they were AMAZING! Not only were they refreshing for an afternoon pick me up, they tasted amazing and gave us all energy and motivation to finish our day! Customer service was exceptional and owners are down to earth people who’s caring demeanor radiates from them. We will absolutely be visiting frequently and look forward to seeing all of Inspire Ames’ success!”

“This place has been around for years but for some reason my wife and I have never got around to trying it. Now that we are not dining indoors because of Covid, we decided to try their takeout service. (They don't deliver, and it's not on Doordash.) I'd give it a 3.5, which I'll round up to 4. The young woman who took my phone order was pleasant and efficient, and the order, when we got it, was completely accurate. My wife wanted to try the Tuscan chicken but when I attempted to order that over the phone, was told they don't do that meal on takeout. So, after a hurried conversation with my wife, she ordered the cod parmesan with cheesy risotto instead. I got the chicken parmesan. Both meals were pretty good but neither was memorable. The portions were large, giving each of us a leftover meal. (My wife is somewhat leery of leftover seafood meals; she says if the food isn't fresh the leftovers can be "fishy", but she says her leftover cod tasted fine.) Each entree came with a salad, a roll, and what appeared to be a garlic breadstick. The salad dressings (creamy garlic parmesan for me, ranch for my wife) were both excellent, and the bread was quite good as well. This may be a case where the side stuff actually tasted better than the main meal. Bottom line: a decent meal, but probably not good enough to get us to drive clear across town for takeout again. It's too bad the restaurant doesn't offer outdoor seating in the warm months, or provide delivery.”

“This is the absolute best restaurant in Ames to get a sirloin steak! They also serve a wide variety of other meats as well! The experience overall is mostly exceptional…Except if you have to wait in line for about an hour or more. Regardless, I highly recommend dining in this restaurant if you’re in the Ames area.”

“Owner, Jeff, went out of his way to make our big day special even though the restaurant was closed for renovations. We can’t begin to explain how thankful we are that this company cares so much about their customers. We go there or order from there all the time, and after today, we’ll continue loving everything we get from there!Thanks again, Jeff!”

“Simply one of the best breakfasts on the planet. With quality food, warm engaging staff, and down to Earth pricing, you’ll walk out full and satisfied. We’ve already visited several times and will return to enjoy breakfast again and again. Rise and shine, folks, it’s time for a Grove Cafe breakfast.”

“Very fancy looking with reasonable prices! The food and drinks were DELICIOUS and our waitress was so nice and easy going. We purchased two adult meals, two kids meals and adult beverages. Would highly recommend and we will be back when we are in Ames again!!”

“Went to TipTop for the first time for Halloween & had an absolute blast! The staff was so friendly, and the vibe is very different than anything else in Ames. As a 26 year old going to a drive bar I felt very welcome and would recommend Tip Top over any bar. PS the bartender Casey makes the BEST Bloody Mary’s!!”

“Only 2 servers but those guys were moving! A little wait but it gave us time to really look at the menu, so much to choose from. My husband had pancakes and I had the Cluck Click Skillet with the side of biscuits and gravy. The food was excellent, my sunny side up eggs were perfection and absolutely the best biscuits and gravy I've had forever. We'll be back tomorrow.”

“Just broskis, I also heard you can sleep over. Couple dudes shared their experience and it sounded phenomenal. Make sure you shake their upstairs roommate’s hand!”

“The building and decor are very welcoming and comforting. Lily was our waitress. She was so fun and informative and didn't rush us. We ordered onion rings and four meat platter. We tried all the sauces likingbthem all. We didn't have time to order ice cream, but the menu was enough to bring us back.”

“Waited in drive thru for 45 mins after a super busy line and didn’t have cash and they were taking cash only, on our way out of pulling out of the drive thru an employee waved us down and offered to pay for a couple of drinks and food since we waited for so long. Great customer service, and the fact that they take their customers into consideration is so amazing! Highly recommend. The guy was super nice for that especially since they were so busy with a full line wrapped around the building, even with as hectic as it was he still offered to pay because we waited for so long. thanks Taco Bell:)”

“This is the absolute best restaurant in Ames to get a sirloin steak! They also serve a wide variety of other meats as well! The experience overall is mostly exceptional…Except if you have to wait in line for about an hour or more. Regardless, I highly recommend dining in this restaurant if you’re in the Ames area.”

“Another delicious night - the Mac and Cheese, Chicken Parmesan, sausage and mushroom pizza, squash and apple bisque, chicken and rice soup, grilled cheese, Korean steak and egg were all delectable!!!! The ambiance and service is perfection for a relaxing night with family.”

“I took my daughter there a couple month ago and we both tried diffrent cookies. We both agreed on how beautiful the cookies looked. They were a little bit expensive for a cookie but they were kinda of a big cookies. She thought her cookie tasted great. Ithought my cookie tasted like it was under done. To much like uncooked cookie batter..”

“We went at at 9 p.m on a Saturday evening and the food was hot,fresh and fast. Very tender boneless wings, our waitress was Cody,and she was one of the best waitresses we've ever had.”

“I had the salmon newburgh and it was delicious! The salmon was so hot, I had to let it cool. It had shrimp and fresh tomatoes in a pink sauce! Loved every bite although brought home leftovers. Would definitely order again!”

“Went to TipTop for the first time for Halloween & had an absolute blast! The staff was so friendly, and the vibe is very different than anything else in Ames. As a 26 year old going to a drive bar I felt very welcome and would recommend Tip Top over any bar. PS the bartender Casey makes the BEST Bloody Mary’s!!”

“The food is good but in our experience this restaurant consistently fails to meet their promised pickup time for carry out orders. Over and over again I walk in and the order isn’t ready even though it’s actually beyond the promised time. Very disappointed.”

“Everytime I have eaten here the food has been alright I don't like the tofu, but that's my preference. Sometimes the salsa is hot and I get that. Sometimes I make food at home too spicy and have to redo. The only difference is I am not a company selling it to consumers. Understanding humans are not perfect why complain about things when they don't go your way? I see too many comments here complaining about what they did wrong, but nothing about what they've done right. If you don't like the food or customer service than eat somewhere else. As a regular customer it saddens me to see such volgurness come fromthis community. I've seen people come in while i was ordering and start yelling at the cashier or people spilling soda on the floor and not cleaning it and an employee is getting chewed out because a college student was inconsiderate. Take care of your community and it will do the same in turn. Your negative reviews are a means to getting free food or reembursment Sometimes a last word. You guys are doing great here and I'd love to keep eating your burritos.”

“you have a phenomenal staff, i stopped in today while i was in town and dustin took the best care of me. y’all are making a killer chicken and dumpling soup, amazing fried chicken and great cocktails. please keep this up i will be back!”

“During a tornado watch in our town, my roommate and I ordered Wingstop through DoorDash. To our surprise, the delivery driver was professional, timely, and courageous enough to risk their life to bring us our food. We were impressed by their dedication and some might say they were a hero. To our delight, our order was correct and tasted incredible. The fries were perfectly seasoned, and the boneless chicken was perfectly cooked. As usual, the Diet Coke was crisp, and the ranch dressing was perfect.”

“Cheeseburger and potato salad was delicious. Bar counter was giant with lots of TVs. Definitely the place to go to watch a big game event. A little pricey, but worth it.”

“First time at Boulder tonight and will definitely not be the last!!! Absolutely amazing on every aspect the food, service, and beer selection was amazing every time we’re in Ames this is now our go to place!!”

“I have been to this Wendy's countless times and I have only ever had one mistake made in my orders. They service is usually quite quick though there have been a few long lines accompanied by lengthy waits but that's to be expected from time to time. The food is always very hot and made with all the correct additions and subtractions. Most of all, the person at the window is almost always kind and upbeat which I love! Oh and they always offer my dog Nugget a chicken Nugget Best Wendy's ever”