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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.
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.
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!
Burgie’s Coffee and Tea Company
110 Airport Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.9004
Burgie's is a local coffee shop sourcing beans from Ames' Windmill Coffee Roasters. Drip coffee, espresso-based beverages, shakes, smoothies, fresh baked pastries. Serving breakfast & lunch until 4pm.
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.
Carlos Quesadillas
2801 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.450.5132
Food truck on campus providing fresh and delicious Mexican food, or visit us at our permanent location inside of Ames’ North Grand Mall.
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.
Dairy Queen Lincoln Way
316 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.5715
Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, pork tenderloins, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!!
Dairy Queen Orion Drive
3308 Orion Dr
Ames, IA 50010
515.663.0819
Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, pork tenderloins, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!!
Dairy Queen Isaac Newton Drive
2108 Isaac Newton Dr
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5550
Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, pork tenderloins, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!!
Dairy Queen of Story City
1533 Broad St
Story City, IA 50248
515.733.2844
Soft serve, Blizzards, burgers, shakes, malts, sundaes, MooLattes, chicken strips, basket deals, pork tenderloins, Orange Julius originals and smoothies, DQ Cakes and more!!
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.
El Maguey
217 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3767
Recently remodeled and locally owned. We use the freshest and highest quality ingredients in our recipes. Come enjoy our house made chips and salsa.
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.
Gateway 2 Go
2100 Green Hills Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.2200
We deliver all-inclusive boxed meals, serving 10 to 100+ people. We offer a delicious selection of sandwiches, wraps, and salads that are great for lunch meetings, club activities and sporting events.
Gatherings
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.
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
Kona Ice
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
515.233.3838
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.
Morning Bell Coffee Roasters
Big-city style specialty coffee on Main Street! Espresso, pourover service and nitro cold brew all year long. Open daily 7am-5pm.
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!
Provisions Lot F
2400 N Loop Dr
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.1783
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!
The Mucky Duck Pub
3100 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.5127
Authentic British-style pub and restaurant with family dining and probably the best, most diverse selection of beer. When you spend an evening here, you may leave with new friends! Dog-friendly patio.
Wheatsfield Cooperative
413 Northwestern Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.4094
Full-service natural foods grocery store. Produce, grocery, bulk, wine & beer, wellness, cheeses, meats, deli, bakery. Over 100 local producers featured. Community-owned since 1974. Everyone? Welcome!