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Alluvial Brewing Company
3715 W 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.
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 Fabulous Catering
600 Linn St
Slater, IA 50244
515.597.8256
Award-winning caterer providing breakfast, lunch, dinner & more! Boxed lunches, drop off service or a wide variety of build your own buffet options are sure to impress everyone at your next event.
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!!"
Bricktown Bakery
1105 6th St
Suite 102
Nevada, IA 50201
641.336.6887
Donuts made with exceptional quality, in a vintage aesthetic, & with a personal touch to take on the old "coffee & donuts" routine. Also have hard scooped ice cream & root beer floats!
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.
Café Milo
4800 Mortensen Rd
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.3166
Artisan coffee shop & cafe specializing in fresh coffee drinks, teas and good food. Have your regular favorite or try something new. Order online!
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.
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!
Filling Station
2400 S University Blvd
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.6769
Filling Station is a locally owned, third generation, family owned marketplace. Phillips 66 top-tier fuel. Made from scratch bakery, BBQ restaurant, locally roasted coffee & craft beer. We also cater!
Great Harvest Bakery and Cafe
502 Burnett Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.2624
Great Harvest Bakery and Cafe offers healthy and tasty breads, sandwiches and sweets, using fresh non-GMO wheat milled on site. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-x and dairy-x options. Free samples!
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 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 Lincoln Center
640 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1961
Full line grocery, catering, Hy-Vee gas, Nori Sushi, Starbucks, floral, pharmacy, wine and spirits. Ready-to-eat, take-out, dine-in, Chinese Express, Italian Express, Salad Bar, Market Grille Express.
Hy-Vee West
3800 Lincoln Way
Ames , IA 50014
515.292.5543
Full line grocery, catering, Hy-Vee gas, Nori Sushi, Starbucks, floral, pharmacy, wine and spirits. Ready-to-eat, take-out, dine-in, Chinese Express, Italian Express, Salad Bar, Market Grille Express.
Iowa State University Catering
Rm 3635, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50012
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.
Iowa State University 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.
Jethro’s BBQ Steak n’ Chop
1301 Buckeye Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.1200
Steaks, Chops, BBQ and Banquet Facility
Little Woods: Herbs & Teas
136 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3838
Artisan tea bar and apothecary specializing in original hand blended teas and spices. Brewed tea service in house or to go. Over 450 original blends, culinary spices, loose leaf teas, and bulk herbs.
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
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.
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 Winery
2183 320th St
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3535
Rural, peaceful, award-winning winery. Scenic views from multi-level decks. Gorgeous tree shaded lawn, tasting room & gift shop. Live music on Fridays & Sundays during warm weather. 12-6pm. Fri-Sun.
Torrent Brewing Company
504 Burnett Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3155
Downtown craft brewery focusing on experimental and seasonal craft beers. Our spacious taproom is family friendly and ready to host your next event.
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
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.2334
Ames favorite for over 30 years! Comfortable atmosphere with 60, 73, 82-inch TVs, good music, full-service bar, unique craft beers, reasonably priced drinks. Full Pizza Pit menu brought to your table!
West Street Deli
2810 West Street
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.4605
For 20 years, offering Ames and visitors fresh made from scratch toasted sandwiches, homemade soups, chilis & desserts. Check out Ames' original toasted sandwich. Remember, "We're not on Lincoln Way."