Eat

+39 Restaurant, Market & Cantina

2640 Stange Rd
Ames , IA 50010
515.292.0039

+39 authentic Italian restaurant with an European style Market, spacious patio, and vast Cantina with over 150 Italian wine labels. Call +39 for reservations or delivery.

Alluvial Brewing Company

3715 West 190th St
Ames, IA 50014
515.337.1182

Located 3 miles north of Ames. Our taproom features 10 unique varieties of craft beer dedicated to quality and taste, focused on celebrating our community and our unique piece of Iowa.

Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market

300-400 Blocks of Main Street
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2310

The Ames Main Street Farmers' Market brings local food and fun to the heart of Ames. Discover something new every Saturday, May through October.

Arcadia Café

116 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.337.1007

Specialty coffees, fine pastries, desserts all brewed and baked fresh daily.

Aunt Maude’s

547 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.4136

A locally owned casual restaurant. Fresh house-made food, full bar and wine list, serving lunch and dinner. Patio seating and private dining available. Reservations accepted.

B-Bop’s

1112 S Duff Ave
Ames , IA 50010
515.233.5678

Burgers, chicken sandwiches, pork loin sandwiches, sloppy joe sandwiches, French fries, sodas, chocolate shakes, chicken nuggets and chili.

B Fabulous BBQ & Catering

600 Linn St
Slater, IA 50244
515.597.8256

Full-service caterer and restaurant providing fabulous food and service! We offer a wide array of menu items, more than just BBQ!

Bar La Tosca

400 Main St
Ames , IA 50010
515.232.8484

Bar La Tosca features a mix of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine using locally sourced Iowa ingredients.

Blaze Pizza

2320 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.918.3473

Fast-Fire'd build your own pizza! Dine in or carry out. Build your own or choose one of ours!

Brick City Grill

2704 Stange Rd
Ames , IA 50010
515.268.4224

One of Ames' newest sports bars and family dining restaurant destination. Come try the award winning "Best Burger in Iowa!!"

Buffalo Wild Wings

400 S Duff Ave
Ames , IA 50010
515.232.9464

WINGS, BEER, SPORTS!! 14 award winning sauces, 30 beers on tap, full menu served seven days a week until 1 a.m. Open early for home football games.

Burgie’s Coffee and Tea Company

110 Airport Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.9004

Serving delicious European coffee and espresso. Burgie's personally roasts their coffee beans to guarantee premium coffee. Also offers soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps. Drop off catering available.

Café, The

2616 Northridge Pkwy
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.0100

Fun, energetic café featuring local and seasonal menus with Artisan-style breads, European pastries and creative desserts. Open at 7 a.m. daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We cater!

Café Beaudelaire

2504 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515-292-7429

A locally owned restaurant that features Brazilian fusion cuisine, a full bar and a unique atmosphere in the heart of Campustown.

Café Diem, Coffee House

229 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.956.3556

Seize the day at your local Cafe... Diem! A classic American coffee house with a little something for everyone. Take life, one cup at a time.

Chick-fil-A Ames

230 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2599

Locally owned and operated. Catering available-delivery and pick-up.

Chocolaterie Stam

230 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0656

Walk in and be tempted by over 40 varieties of European chocolate bonbons, gelato, native Iowa wines, cookies and more. Enjoy the atmosphere of this unique chocolate and full-service coffee shop.

Cookies, etc

2801 Grand Ave
North Grand Mall
Ames, IA 50010
515.663.2211

"Best Cookie in the Midwest," Midwest Living Magazine. Baking 1/4 lb cookies all day that are made from the owner's family recipes. Delivery to ISU and Ames, and we ship for you coast to coast!

Dairy Queen

316 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.5715

Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!! Hours: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily!

Dairy Queen

3300 N Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.663.0819

Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!! Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily!

Dairy Queen

2108 Isaac Newton Dr
I-35/Hwy 30, Dayton Ave Exit
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5550

Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!! Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily!

Della Viti

323 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0241

Iowa's first self-serve wine bar, on Main Street in historic downtown Ames. Offering 50+ wines by the glass, craft beer, premium cocktails and appetizers

Dublin Bay Irish Pub and Grill

320 S 16th St
Ames , IA 50010
515.956.3580

Wonderfully unique menu. Full-service pub with 16 beers on tap and Irish hospitality. There are no strangers here, just friends whom you haven’t met yet!

Dutch Oven Bakery

219 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.9244

Family-owned and operated scratch bakery features cakes for all occasions, fresh rolls, pastries, Dutch letters, soups, sandwiches and lattes. Catering available for 10 to 60 people.

Erbert & Gerbert Sandwich Shop

3505 Lincoln Way, Suite 105
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.0000

Erbert & Gerbert’s is a sandwich shop dedicated to serving better, more flavorful sandwiches than anyone else in the universe.

Fighting Burrito

117 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.2222

Gourmet burritos with homemade salsas, slow-cooked meats, and giant crispy treats. Modest prices and exceptional service.

Fuji Japanese Steakhouse

1614 S Kellogg Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.8383

Enjoy delicious Japanese food cooked before your eyes "hibachi-style," or enjoy a variety of fresh selections from our sushi bar.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

2420 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.8226

Fuzzy's Taco Shop is a fast-casual restaurant serving Baja-style Mexican food in a fun, energetic atmosphere.

Gateway 2 Go

2100 Green Hills Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.2200

Gateway 2 Go delivers all-inclusive boxed meals serving 10 to 100+ people. We offer a delicious selection of sandwiches, wraps and salads that are great for meetings, clubs and sporting events.

Gatherings by Farmhouse Catering

1024 6th St
Nevada, IA 50201
515.230.2717

Gatherings by Farmhouse Catering is a beautiful, private event venue located in historic downtown Nevada. On and off-site catering and bar services available.

Ge-Angelo’s Italian Restaurant

823 Wheeler St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.0959

We proudly serve hand-stretched pizzas, pastas, homemade sauces, salads and sandwiches in a relaxing atmosphere. Come to Ge-Angelo's for "A Touch of Italy."

Great Plains Sauce & Dough Co.

129 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.4263

A classic Ames pizza shop offering six different pizza styles; including whole wheat, oat and potato crusts. If you have an adventurous spirit, this pizza is for you!

Hickory Park Catering

1404 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5344

Specializing in hickory smoked, barbecued meats and home-style side dishes, we proudly offer quality food at reasonable prices with a friendly service. Groups ranging from 25 to 10,000!

Hickory Park Restaurant Co.

1404 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.8940

An Ames tradition since 1970, Hickory Park is famous for their hickory smoked selections, ice cream parlor desserts, generous portions, modest prices and exceptional service.

Hy-Vee

640 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1961

Features full line grocery, pharmacy and home products. Also serves ready-to-eat, take-out or dine-in, Chinese Express, Italian Express, Salad Bar and Hy-Vee’s Kitchen.

Hy-Vee

3800 Lincoln Way
Ames , IA 50014
515.292.5543

Features full line grocery, pharmacy and home products. Also serves ready-to-eat, take-out or dine-in, Chinese Express, Italian Express, Salad Bar and Hy-Vee’s Kitchen.

IowaStater Restaurant at the Gateway Hotel

2100 Green Hills Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.2238

Full-service restaurant, steeped in the history of Iowa State University, where comfort and fine dining meet! A full bar featuring Iowa spirits and beers, private dining room, and relaxed atmosphere.

ISU Memorial Union

2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50011
515.296.6848

Located in the heart of Iowa State, The Memorial Union houses the University Book Store, food, convenience store, art studio, bowling, entertainment, parking ramp and event/meeting facilities.

ISU Catering

1215 Friley Hall
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.2103

From breakfasts and breaks to boxed lunches and plated dinners, ISU Catering’s staff and culinary team are here to serve you.

Jethro’s BBQ Steak n’ Chop

1301 Buckeye Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.1200

Steaks, Chops, BBQ and Banquet Facility

Kona Ice of Ames & Ankeny

515.257.6531

Kona Ice is a Hawaiian Shaved Ice mobile food truck that takes the fun to you! Join the experience and have Kona Ice at your next event.

Little Woods Herbs & Teas

136 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.38338

Artisan tea & spice blender with herbalist roots. Enjoy a brewed cup or stock up on loose leaf teas, wellness blends, culinary spices, medicinal herbs, apothecary supplies and more.

London Underground

212 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.8500

Over 50 different beers from all around the world.

McDonald’s Restaurant

3621 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.5200

Serving breakfast, gourmet coffee, Big Macs, Quarter Pounders with Cheese and chicken sandwiches, fries, Happy Meals and salads. Eat in, take out or drive-thru service.

McDonald’s Restaurant

129 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1234

Serving breakfast, gourmet coffee, Big Macs, Quarter Pounders with Cheese and chicken sandwiches, fries, Happy Meals and salads. Eat in, take out or drive-thru service.

Mucky Duck Pub/Ames British Foods

3100 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.5127

The Mucky Duck Pub offers a family-friendly, British-pub-style dining and drinking environment and is the home of Ames British Foods.

My Town 2 Go – Ames

My Town 2 Go – Ames is a restaurant delivery service offering online ordering and delivery from Ames’ local favorite restaurants!

Olde Main Brewing Company

316 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0553

Locally owned restaurant and brewery featuring handcrafted entrees, fresh brewed beer and root beer, Sunday brunch menu and an executive board room. Proud supporter of ISU.

Perfect Games

1320 Dickinson Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.598.BOWL

Ames and Iowa State's favorite place to play with 24 lanes of bowling, two floor laser tag arena, arcade, restaurant and sports bar with 3 monster 10 foot big screens to watch the big game.

Perkins

325 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3648

Offering everything from pancakes and omelets to chicken pot pie, burgers, and a variety of sandwiches, soups, and salads. Don't forget about Perkins Bakery! Perkins is the family friendly choice!

Pizza Pit Extreme

207 Welch Ave
Suite 201
Ames , IA 50010
515.292.6600

Pizza, hot sandwiches, chicken wings, appetizers, cold pop. Catering to over a hundred groups each year, on and off-site.

Provisions Lot F

2400 N Loop Dr
Ames, IA 50010
515.597.1783

Smart yet engaging establishment serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Honest food, craft cocktails, local beers, notable coffee and hand-made pastries.

Red Lobster

1100 Buckeye Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2922

We have fresh oysters, eight different species of fresh fish brought in three times a week, and the choice for everything seafood!

Snus Hill Vineyard & Winery

2183 320th St
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3535

Rural, peaceful, award-winning winery with scenic views from multi-level decks. Gorgeous tree shaded lawn, tasting room and gift shop. Live music on Fridays and Sundays during warm weather.

Spice Thai Cuisine, The

402 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0200

The Spice offers authentic Thai cuisine in a stylish, sophisticated and relaxed environment.

Stomping Grounds Café

303 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.5258

European-style café with a large patio facing Welch Avenue. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as fine coffees, wine and beer. Open weekdays 7 a.m. to midnight; weekends 8 a.m. to midnight.

Taco John’s

500 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3176

Unwrap the Original. Taco John's proudly serves generous portions of made-to-order items using high-quality ingredients with special recipes, seasonings, and sauces. Home of the famous Potato Olés®.

Tasteful Dinners/Tasteful Catering

121 SE Shurfine Dr #6
Ankeny , IA 50021
515.965.3324

We are a scratch kitchen that caters to your needs. We do "farm gourmet" to high-end dining. You name it, we'll cater it.

Texas Roadhouse

519 S Duff Ave.
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.7427

Family restaurant known for hand-cut steaks, fall-off-the-bone ribs, made from scratch sides and fresh baked bread. Legendary food, legendary service.

Vibe Nutrition

3515 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.4336

Vibe Nutrition is a healthy spot for on-the-go nutrition. We serve healthy smoothies (fun meal replacements), energizing teas, complimentary weight profiles, and help people achieve wellness goals.

Wallaby’s Bar & Grille

2733 Stange Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.1167

Ames’ ONLY rooftop patio! Voted Ames’ Best Sports Bar! Named “101 of the Best Sports Bars in the U.S.” by CNNGO.com.

Welch Ave. Station

207 Welch Ave, Ste 201
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.2334

An Ames favorite for over 30 years! Comfortable atmosphere, sports on 60, 73, & 82 inch TVs, good music, full service bar featuring unique craft beers. Full Pizza Pit menu brought to your table.

Wheatsfield Cooperative

413 Northwestern Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.4094

Full-service natural foods grocery store featuring produce, grocery, bulk, wine and beer, wellness, cheeses, meats, a deli and bakery, and more. Over 100 local producers featured. Everyone can shop!