Service was friendly and swift. 2 pepper burgers + 2 bags of chips. Delicious! & compared with the broader burger market (LOL) this place was really affordable. Vegan lentil patty options, too! + 1 star for the cool rig. I will definitely be back there soon. read more

You get a huge burger for a good price. You get delicious baked-not-fried jojos with delicious sauce. You get a cool-ass Airstream trailer. You get a ton of options for making your burger yours. You get the nicest people in Milwaukie's food cart scene. You get vegan options where vegan is taken seriously, so your friends with alpha-gal or who are just plain ol' vegan can eat here safely. They use *separate knives, cutting board, etc* to keep the vegan goods separate. Same for gluten-free. Just a top quality operation there. Oh yeah: their beef patties are HUGE. A single gets me full, a double is a belly-buster. One reason the value is so high is that while it is a $11 cheeseburger, the thing is hefty, the quality is outright gourmet, and...listen, the jojos are actually life-changingly good. No, really, this place converts avowed jojo haters. BONUS: Now next to the Little Blue Store, which has Ethiopian food inside. I will let you calculate that you can take a burger in a bowl and put it inside injera. Act accordingly. read more

The service was great. The food was fantastic. The food is priced reasonably as well. Give them a try.

I ordered the pulled pork sandwich, this was a special item not on their regular menu. The sandwich was huge! The picture does not do it justice. While large the sandwich was dry. I wish that there was more bbq sauce and more dressing on the coleslaw, with those improvements the sandwich would be top tier! I will be back to try other offerings. The employee was present with quick service. The food cart is located outside of a cute plant nursery and floral shop. read more

Ames Meat Research - Special pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw - Salad Near Me - Milwaukie, Oregon

One of the best food carts in Portland- stand out ingredients and always delicious. Can't wait to get back for lunch!

We've gone during posted hours. We've gone during non-posted hours. The place is simply never open and we give up. Best burger? Love to try one but no thanks. Waste of time. read more

Unexpected GEM in Milwaukie! I've not eaten meat since 1983, so I nearly pasted this place by. But...about 30% of the menus is vegan! And vegan items are actually marked vegan! With the brands they use (currently Violife, my favorite!) and everything! I love them!!!! And most importantly... They actually take the vegan part seriously!... When I asked them if they use a separate place on the grill for cooking the meat versus the plant-based items, they said quickly, confidentially and effortlessly, "of course!" Not only that, when my husband picked up the food, he was told that they used a separate cutting board, separate knives, and a pan instead of the grill for all vegan items. Their prices are exceptionally fair, even inexpensive, in my opinion. And the food is absolutely delicious! We had two delicious vegan BLTs made from tofu in a smoky marinade on some sort of delicious gourmet bread and thick slices of veggies and an incredible vegan aïoli sauce. I seriously can't recommend this place enough and I can't wait to go back! read more

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I'm a big fan, the burgers and salads are really unique and delicious. I do wish there was better seating. I also live they are always posting updates on FB. read more

Okay so at first I thought I was misled on the directions as you only see the garden/flower business building and outdoor area. But in front of the business is a small airstream food truck which is the restaurant. Staff were very friendly and the food came out relatively fast. Grilled cheese and chicken French dip were both very good and worth repeating. Cute small spot to take a food break. read more

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I've been curious about this little stop along the road for months now. It just so happened to be the perfect night to try it out and may I say, fantastic! It was quick and just the right amount of food for me. My dog enjoyed a few bites of the chicken and he was quite happy. We had the Pesto feta with grilled chicken. I will definitely be coming back. Thank you!!! read more

Ames Meat Research - Salad Near Me - Milwaukie, Oregon

I'm obsessed with the Blue is the Warmest Cheese burger. I love the Moon Pies. The potato wedges are dope. Eat here. SO YUM. read more

04/09/2022: 4.9 out of 5 - This review is long overdue. I have eaten at a lot of food carts all over the United States, and I can honestly say that Ames Meat Research is THE BEST FOOD CART of all the food carts I have tried. I first came to Ames Meat Research at the Milwaukie Station Food Pod back in late February 2021, after being displaced out of my home due to the extreme winter storm Oregon had in February 2021. It was a nice comfort to have some very tasty food options nearby to my temporary housing since I don't have much of a kitchen option. So, one of the nights, my wife and I trekked over to the Milwaukie Station Food Pod where there are many good food options. Ames Meat Research's old shiny airstream is such an attention-getter, so why not, right? This was my first time trying the Ames Meat Research cart. I had the cheeseburger...it wasn't just a cheeseburger, but it was an amazingly delicious cheeseburger! I was hooked! Naturally, I wanted to try more. But, there was a dilemma. Unfortunately, due to the issues brought about by COVID, Ames Meat Research was closing early in the day, sometimes not opening, to eventually temporarily closing. So, fast forward to 2022 (mid-March), Ames is back! And, I finally was able to get my second try in! Ever since, Ames has reopened, my wife and I, and other fellow foodie runners have been frequenting Ames Meat Research often as we can. The owner, Amanda, and her staff have been friendly, attentive and personable which obviously makes a more enjoyable experience. If mistakes were made, they would own up to it and go above and beyond to make it right. Many of the "foodie" runners I run with have returned on their own with their families and friends. I highly recommend them if you want to try something different but not different. I often find myself ordering one of the 'Specials' and often checking out the 'Soup Special' as well. Everything is very tasty! Also, THIS IS A MUST TRY. Try Ames Meat Research's special sweet selection (s); moon pie. Doesn't matter which one, just get one, or get each of the special flavor. Those moon pies do not disappoint. All in all, at the end of any meal I often will ask, "Would you come back?". My answer for Ames Meat Research Milwaukie Station is pretty apparent. The owner and staff have been great, the food is extremely tasty, the prices (wow...such great prices!) and there is an outside seating area available, which is typically very clean. So, as I always say, if you ever get a chance, definitely try it once and decide for yourself. Enjoy! read more

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I loved the logo the food was out of this world delicious and the price was real down to earth we will return for another mission

I've been to these food carts & hadn't tried this stop. The burger was so good! The meat is FRESH along with every topping which was lettuce, onions, pickles... so good. Legit real cheese! The service was great & fast! For my Coke & Bacon Cheeseburger it was $10! I definitely recommend this place. read more

Ames Meat Research - Bacon, Cheeseburger! - Salad Near Me - Milwaukie, Oregon

This is my second time having a burger here- the first time I was pretty hungry and devoured the burger. I remember loving the burger and thinking maybe I just enjoyed it so much because I was hungry. Well I went back today and this place def had one of the best burgers I have ever had. I had a blue cheese burger with crispy onions on it and a spicy sauce that was to die for! It's best to order ahead as it takes about 20- 25 mins. Well worth the wait for sure. read more

I love this place Mostly the moon pies Salads are awesome Soups:: yes!! Try it all, it's absolutely delicious read more

Ames is the perfect slice of Americana. No, I'm not talking pie, they have something better. Whoopie Pie. Not just one kind of whoopie pie, at least two or three. This cart isn't just a Mainer's home away from home. Ames has the most amazing soups, sandwiches, and salads. The tomato soup and grilled cheese is amazing. The butter lettuce salad fresh and tasty. The pesto grilled chicken sandwich balanced and delicious. The au jus, my god the have au jus with a sandwich, feature burgers from Bob's Burgers, and did I mention the whoopie pie? The food is served out of an Airstream that gives off NASA space age vibes. Just go, you know you want a tasty sammie. read more

The burgers are delicious. On a brioche bun with excellent beef patty. Mushroom Swiss cheese very good & reasonably priced for the quality of the food that is made to order. Yummy dill pickles Don't miss out. They have a great menu read more

Great little food truck with a big menu (salads, burgers, sandwiches, whoopie pie) good food and great prices. A perfect grilled cheese on yummy large slice bread, perfectly grilled with tillamook cheese was $5, kids options too. Thanks for a good lunch, conveniently located at the wonderful Milwaukie Flower shop on Lake, near Milwaukie High. read more

As an avid carnivore this food truck caught my eye. Who knew I'd leave thinking only about moon pies. Loved all the sandwiches and burgers, so make sure you stop here and try one of them, but the real winners are the homemade moon pies. My fav... the homemade poppyseed lemon moon pie, but the chocolate was a close Make sure when in Milwaukee you give them a shot. Shop local! read more

As Chicago sings, I believe Somehow something's changed Something deep inside Grilled Veggie There's a strange Airstream in Milwaukie Things I've never known Changing the skies Moon Cheesy I've been Researching So long To find Ames chefs Now I know my Meat has meaning Now I eat salad, as I've had Caesar BLT Meat is everything It's meant to be When French Dip has come to an end I will Onion-stand What's left of Baguette Part of Beef Researching Bill and Amanda To the question "What to eat?" Maybe, it's astronomical Good things, in Meat Continue space-time read more

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one of the best French dips I've ever had. the pickles are great, the potato wedges are great, and the house made ranch is out of sight. service was fast and very friendly. I'll be coming back for sure - have to try the burgers and the beet salad. read more

Great experience. Burger was great, service was great. Appreciate that the pricing is not excessive and will be back for sure.

I think value is very high here, you get a lot for what you pay for. French Dip was good, loved the bread, the dip was a beefy French onion soup which was quality but too sweet for my tastes. Fries were good. Pickles very good. Salad was basic and worked. Ham sandwich was good too. read more

We love Ames' burgers! And salads! And the moonpies! A hidden gem in an adorable food court in Milwaukie-we don't eat red meat often- but when we do it's a burger from Ames. Highly recommend. read more

Definitely delicious. Fresh ingredients, generous portions and lovely combos. The burger and beet salad = yum. We will definitely return to try everything on the menu! read more

The food here is on a whole nother level, and it remains my once a week go-to to this day. The specials are straight-up fire, and I am always interested to see what the owner/operator comes up with next. Hands down she is a very skilled chef who makes every single food item with love and care, which shows in her food. I picked up the special for this week called "the Elote Burger," and it did not disappoint. And per usual I went with an order of oven baked potato wedges, and those put any Jojo to shame. Try it and you'll see why. Also, the lady working thee front window is very sweet and helpful. I want to make sure I give her a shout out as well, because she does a tremendous job, and her kindess warms my heart. She really is such a sweet girl. Anyways, I've been coming to this cart for two years now, and it has been consistent every single time. No joke. read more

We have been here several times. I loooove their chicken and Brie made vegan. So good! The butter lettuce, the crispy tofu.... *chef's kiss*. I really appreciate that they have so many vegan options! read more

My favorite food cart of all time. Whenever the topic of Portland food carts (or even just Portland food) comes up, THIS IS THE PLACE. Everything I have ever had here has been amazing: the salads, the burgers, the desserts. The menu is creative and always changing...easy five stars. read more

Amazing and fresh sandwich/salad/and more options! Super affordable prices and I can almost never finish an entire sandwich they are so filling and so I get two meals for the price of one. To the complainer who gave one star even though they've never eaten here bc they can't figure out when Ames is open, please join us in the 21st century on social media. The owner is fantastic about posting not only weekly and daily specials, but also when she needs to close for legitimate reasons (food runs out, pre-planned vacation, etc.). We love Ames! read more

We have searched everywhere in and near Portland for the best French dip sandwich and we finally found it. The meat is full of flavor, the au jus is savory and perfect, and the bread is expertly picked for this type of sandwich. The sandwich is slightly toasted which helps the sandwich hold together after it's been dipped countless beautiful delicious times. We can seriously taste the amount of love and thought that goes into the creation of this absolute weapon of a sandwich. We have travelled the west coast in search of the best French dip so believe me when I tell you this place set the bar. Thank you so much for the best french dip we've ever had! read more

I give up. I've been wanting to try this place for some time now, but every time I've come to the Station, Ames is closed! I've checked their website for their hours, and even though they say they're open, they're not. How do they stay in business? read more

First time at Ames Meat. My son and I tried the Reuben special today. What a delicious, perfectly prepared, juicy, and filling sandwich! Best Reuben I've had in Portland! read more

Awesome food !!! Burgers, soups and salads are amazing. And then you have the moon pies !!!!

I was in the mood for a burger, but didn't want beef, so I went for the salmon burger. It was excellent. The potato wedges were also quite good. Delivery was really fast, though I do live close by. Definitely going to try the whole menu of this place. read more

I was skeptical based on the name that it might leave me feeling like I was in a food coma... but I was so pleasantly surprised that they had so much nourishing food! I got the Citrus Beat salad with chicken (not sure if that's the correct title lol) and it was soooo good! Will definitely be back! read more

I just ate here for the first time even though I live just down the street. I got the chicken pesto sandwich and it was AMAZING. I have a new favorite sandwich and will be returning regularly. It's also big enough that half of it sated me which means I get to freak out over the deliciousness again later tonight. (they have a vegan version too, for those who lean that way ). read more

The burger I had was delicious and prepared with care and speed. I also had a sandwich special the other day with a really good cranberry sauce. The moon pies were tasty too! It's a grab and go place, but worth stopping by. Make sure you check the instagram or Facebook page for specials and hour and shop the garden store while you wait for your order. read more

So happy I live nearby. Delicious food and friendly service. Pretty good variety of items, I'm looking forward to trying more of their menu. The burger I had was so delicious, from beef to bun. It's also not super expensive considering the quality of ingredients. Hoping to try one of their moon pies one of these days. read more

Friendly service, really great food in a cart pod location. The French dip was ample in portion, hot and tasty. The au ju was excellent without being too salty, like many can be. read more

Ames Meat Research - French Dip - Salad Near Me - Milwaukie, Oregon