25 Essential Ames Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Ames.
El Jefe Authentic Mexican Cuisine
Iowa
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The Mucky Duck Pub
Iowa
Cozy roadhouse with British grub & English-style old ale, plus imported groceries & outdoor seating.
Provisions Lot F
Iowa
Stylish American spot serving breakfast & coffee to dinner with cocktails in shakers & craft beer.
Rico's Tacos
Ames, Iowa
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Aunt Maude's
Ames, Iowa
Genteel setting for locally sourced, modern American cuisine paired with wines from a sizable list.
El Azteca
Ames, Iowa
Modest restaurant offering familiar Mexican dishes such as tacos & chili rellenos, plus a bar area.
El Azteca
Ames, Iowa
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Clayton Farms Salads
Ames, Iowa
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Ames, Iowa
Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.
Pizza Pit
Ames, Iowa
Veteran regional chain offering pizza (including bake-at-home pies), plus wings & sandwiches.
Cornbred Barbecue
Ames, Iowa
Warehouse-style venue serving wood-fired BBQ & down-home sides, along with cocktails & draft beer.
Chick-fil-A
Ames, Iowa
Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Thai Kitchen
Ames, Iowa
Established, family-owned Thai eatery with a simple setup & a menu of noodle, rice & curry dishes.
Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill
Ames, Iowa
Classic Irish pub featuring woody, old-world decor, craft beers, a traditional menu & a patio.
Red Lobster
Ames, Iowa
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Hickory Park
Ames, Iowa
Long-standing family-owned eatery serving up house-smoked barbecue in a spacious setting.
Cafe Beaudelaire
Ames, Iowa
Convivial, late-night eatery with a bar serving Brazilian & global meals, plus cocktails & coffee.
Blaze Pizza
Ames, Iowa
Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.
West Street Deli
Ames, Iowa
Easygoing counter-serve eatery with a patio featuring classic & signature sandwiches & salads.
Szechuan House
Ames, Iowa
A wide-ranging selection of classic & uncommon Chinese dishes presented an unassuming locale.
Firehouse Subs Ames Duff
Ames, Iowa
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
Culver’s
Ames, Iowa
Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.
Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza
Ames, Iowa
Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.
Wasabi Ames Somerset
Ames, Iowa
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Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Ames, Iowa
Vintage-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs & other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.