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#101
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Taco Time

Ames, Iowa

Taco restaurant

Longtime Mexican fast-food chain serving tacos, crisp burritos & kids' meals in simple surrounds.

64.5
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#102
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MR BURRITO FOOD TRUCK

Ames, Iowa

Fast food restaurant

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63.9
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#103
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Five Guys

Ames, Iowa

Fast food restaurant

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

63.9
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#104
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Carlos Quesadillas

Ames, Iowa

Taco restaurant

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63.7
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#105
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Cafe Milo - South

Ames, Iowa

Restaurant

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63.6
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#106
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

D'Leons Taco Rico

Ames, Iowa

Mexican restaurant

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63.5
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#107
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Dairy Queen Store

Ames, Iowa

Fast food restaurant

Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.

62.2
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#108
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Es Tas Bar & Grill

Ames, Iowa

Bar & grill

Tacos & other bar bites are offered at this collegial standby, plus drink specials & pool tables.

62.2
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#109
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Ames, Iowa

Mexican restaurant

Casual restaurant offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.

62.2
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#110
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Buffalo Wild Wings

Ames, Iowa

Chicken wings restaurant

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

62.1
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#111
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Seasons Marketplace

Ames, Iowa

Buffet restaurant

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62.0
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#112
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

The Bistro at 60 Forward

Ames, Iowa

American restaurant

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62.0
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#113
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Brick City Grill

Ames, Iowa

American restaurant

Roomy, family-friendly bar & grill with TVs, craft beers, burgers & other hearty American eats.

61.9
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#114
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MyTown2Go-Iowa

Ames, Iowa

Delivery Restaurant

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61.8
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#115
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

House Of Chen

Ames, Iowa

Chinese restaurant

Unassuming eatery serving a variety of traditional Chinese favorites, in an informal setting.

61.5
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#116
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Clyde's Gastro Diner

Ames, Iowa

American restaurant

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61.4
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#117
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Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Ames, Iowa

Mexican restaurant

Modern counter-service chain serving Baja-style tacos & other Mexican eats, plus beer & margaritas.

61.3
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#118
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

Daytime Diner

Ames, Iowa

Brunch restaurant

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61.3
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#119
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Dairy Queen Store

Ames, Iowa

Fast food restaurant

Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.

61.1
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#120
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May House Cuisine

Ames, Iowa

Chinese restaurant

Unassuming eatery offering a range of familiar Chinese dishes in a casual atmosphere.

61.1
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#121
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

BNC Field House - Bar & Grill

Ames, Iowa

Restaurant

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60.8
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#122
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Barberitos

Ames, Iowa

Tex-Mex restaurant

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60.5
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#123
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Papa Johns Pizza

Ames, Iowa

Pizza restaurant

Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

60.3
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#124
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NORTH GRAND SEAFOOD

Ames, Iowa

Restaurant

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60.2
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#125
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Village Inn

Ames, Iowa

Breakfast restaurant

Family-friendly chain serving homestyle American classics such as chicken-fried steak & pot pie.

60.2
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