Pizza arrived cold and uncut. We're staying in a hotel and had to tear it apart by hand. Also paid $6.99 for a very small salad. Overall, a big disappointment. read more

Blaze Pizza - 6.99 salad - Salad Near Me - Ames, Iowa

My daughter and I ate at Blaze before jumping on the road to head home. The gal taking our order was very friendly and new to her job. I gave her my order and rather than the manager allowing her to continue, he strongly coached her in front of us when she was 100% doing the right thing. Managers do NOT need to coach an employee front of guests unless it's an urgent situation. I've been in corporate America for way too long to not know how wrong this is. Please reconsider your approach in the future. There's no need to publicly embarrass anyone. read more

I've been here probably every 2-3 weeks or so, over the last few months. Street parking is hard to get here, so I do the carry out, usually on Sundays. I've come to really enjoy the pizzas from here. Yesterday, I got a single size double pepperoni and cheese bread. The pizza was really good. Very filling. So, later, when I was trying the cheesy bread, which was room temperature, it had a "pull". It was uncooked in the middle. This is the first time, after getting orders here DOZENS of times, that I've ever had any issue. I called the store and customer service was stellar. This place might become my weekly Sunday take out place. I add arugula to all my pizzas, so I can call it a salad. As for yesterday's pizza, I had the pesto sauce as the base, with the pepperoni, garlic, more garlic, balsamic vinegar, pesto and ranch drizzles with that arugula. It was SOOO good! Street parking here. Friendly staff. The place was really busy(winning home football game weekend). MarcyDiner'sTantrumScale 5/5- NoScreamingKids. CyHawkApproved. Get the app. It has mobile ordering, as well as some good deals. read more

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We were finally able to try Blaze on Sunday night, September 14th. Im sorry we missed opportunities before this. I cannot praise them enough- above and beyond a great pizza, the staff was helpful, happy and simply nice. They guided us through what we do- like pick out sauce, etc. Many thanks to all of them! read more

This is a great way to get a hot delicious pizza and drink for a good price. Their app is easy to use and the staff is always so kind. I would recommend Blaze Pizza next time you're in campus town. read more

Let me start by saying: I've never written a review like this before. But after experiencing Blaze Pizza--not once, not twice, but many times--it's become a borderline obsession. And the secret ingredient? Her name is Katie. Katie isn't just an employee at Blaze Pizza. She's a legend. A pizza artist. A flavor architect. The Michelangelo of mozzarella. From the moment I walked into Blaze and saw her behind the counter, spinning dough like she was born for it and smiling like she genuinely loves what she does, I knew this was going to be more than just a quick pizza run. Blaze Pizza already has the perfect concept. You walk in, customize your own pizza with everything you want (and nothing you don't), and it bakes to perfection in an oven so hot it might as well be powered by a dragon. The dough is light and crispy, the sauce options are bold, and the toppings are fresh and endless--everything from smoked BBQ chicken to roasted garlic, vegan chorizo, artichokes, arugula, and a dozen cheeses. You can go classic or go crazy. But Katie? Katie takes it to the next level. She remembers names. She remembers favorite combos. One time, I walked in, and she looked up and said, "Spicy marinara, mozzarella, spinach, artichokes, jalapeños, and that sea salt crust again?" I was STUNNED. She's not just working the line--she's creating an experience. She makes every customer feel like a VIP. Watching her work is like watching a pro athlete in the zone. She keeps the energy high, hypes you up about your toppings, and gives the kind of customer service that makes you want to come back even if you weren't hungry. I've seen Katie help out indecisive customers with the gentlest "You can't go wrong with pesto drizzle" encouragement. I've seen her go out of her way to make gluten-free and dairy-free eaters feel like they still had every option in the world. And if a kid comes through the line? She's handing them dough to play with or sneaking on extra cheese like a pizza fairy godmother. She's everything Blaze stands for--fast, friendly, and full of fire. And while Blaze Pizza has plenty going for it (delicious crusts, next-level sauces, cool vibe, and awesome prices), having someone like Katie on the team makes it unforgettable. I bring my friends here. I bring my coworkers here. I've dragged my family here on road trips. Every single time, I pray Katie's on shift. And every single time she is, the experience is flawless. To anyone thinking about trying Blaze: go. Go now. Create something wild or keep it classic. But if you're lucky enough to have Katie working the line when you go--just know you're in for something special. Because Blaze Pizza is great. But Katie? Katie is the soul of the place. Five stars. Ten out of ten. A standing ovation, and a slow clap every time. Thank you, Blaze, for your brilliant concept. And thank you, Katie, for turning pizza into pure magic. read more

Tasty pizza Fast service Never been to the place yet but I think it's amazing too! I look forward! read more

bro it was supposed to come out at 6:15 and they are starting to make it at 6:32 LIKE WHAT, GIMME MY PIZZA, pretty place tho

They burn the pizza EVERY TIME I go there. I always have them remake it. This time I had shoulder surgery and couldn't drive. My friend picked up the pizza for me and told them to make sure the pizza isn't burnt. They told him if they use fresh dough it won't burn. Long story short. They burned it. I called back to see if they could fix it. They wouldn't give me a credit for the burnt pizza. They refused to give me a refund. They said the only way to fix it is if I drive there. I told them I just had shoulder surgery and that's why my friend picked up the pizza so coming back isn't an option. They said they can't do anything for me. Absolutely abysmal customer service and quality of the food. It tasted like burnt garbage. Called back and the manager said he has all my personal information and if I call again (I called twice. First call was 30 seconds long and he hung up on me) second call he threatened to show up to my house and harm me. Managers name is Mike. read more

I went here for the first time today and I did not expect it to be like a pizza version of subway! The pizzas are made for individual orders which means everyone in a group can get whatever kind they prefer. The signature pizza is really filling for 790 calories and it has one of the best crusts I've ever had on a pizza and it had a lot of seasoning and flavor! I have zero complaints. 5/5 I would recommend to friends ! read more

Excellent pizza! Delicious and chewy crust! Loved coming here and is honestly the best pizza place in Ames! read more

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Damn good pizza! Great price for a family of picky eaters. Perfect Friday Night Dinner!

Good location. The pizza was fresh and made to order and the restaurant was clean and the staff was professionally nice. If you like thin crust this is probably your best option in Ames. read more

Service was fast. Pizza made with in minutes. The crust was chewy, pizza itself didn't wow me.

The food was delicious! We ordered the dough knots and 2 pizzas and had a whole pizza leftover (2 adults and a 1yo). There are a couple high chairs and the musc was loud enough, but not obnoxious, that it didn't matter when the toddler yelled. The staff was also very nice. We visited over the summer and were able to park about a block away (behind) at a meter. I would have bothered trying during the school year. The broccoli would've been way easier to eat if it was cut smaller and the edges of the floor were nasty. That being said, I would visit again! read more

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Excellent pizza, it was hot and I wish I had ordered a larger one it was so good! Plus - they delivered to the RV Village on a Friday night before Homecoming! read more

So good. Great service. Amazing pizza. There's nothing more to say. My sister loves the thick crust, but I'm just more of a regular gal. Also just a warning the spicy sauce is pretty dang spicy so beware! read more

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The entire time the guy on the left was making my pizza, he was just throwing toppings on, being sloppy, and wouldn't stop talking to his coworker while making my pizza. Pizza had toppings in only one spot as if he didn't know how to place toppings. Do better! read more

Blaze Pizza - The Guy on the left needs to stop flirting and focus on the job. - Salad Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Blaze pizza is a really well placed restaurant on Lincoln Ave that makes a it a perfect lunch spot for students at Iowa State. I would consider it to be the Chipotle/Pancheros of pizza which lets you choose all of your toppings that you want on the pizza. It really is a fun idea and all of the ingredients seem fresh and it is kind of fun to see how quickly your pizza cooks in the oven. For those with a really big appetite you will probably find that the pizzas are slightly on the small side but it is fairly reasonably priced. I think the differentness of the experience plays into an inflated view of how good the food is but you definitely will not be disappointed, it is a nice place to go get lunch with a friend. read more

So.....another new Campustown pizza place. I'm not so impressed by this place. It does have a wide variety of ingredients, but you can tell many aren't fresh. The oregano and sea salt offered at the end before being placed in the oven aren't optional, but necessary. read more

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The pizza is good! I normally order for pickup but when I've ordered in store it has been fast service. I love all of the options for toppings. read more

This place is awesome. The vibes are great, super casual but not quiet. The pizza is fantastic. They employees have been super accommodating with my kids with the disabilities. They are always kind and helpful. Good spot. read more

We r visiting from Springfield, MO for r daughter's graduation & had the most incredible pizza of r lives! In my opinion it's a gourmet pizza. The 11 inch make ur own pizza has so many incredible toppings to choose from, we highly recommend this pizza place! read more

Ames finally has a-blazingly good fired pizza. Thank you Blaze for coming here. The food here is as good as the other locations in central Iowa. These guys know how to expand without losing the quality and most of all the service. Just like the other locations I have been to in Des Moines and West Des Moines, this location has a very friendly and attentive staff. What's to like at Blaze? If you ask my son, it is the whole roasted garlic on his pizza. No where else can you get such high quality fresh roasted garlic. If you ask my daughter, it is the white sauce. She never gets white sauce on her pizza except when we eat at Blaze. For the first time, the adults tried the salads. Oh me oh my. Extremely good. A side salad of arugula and fresh fruits with my pizza is dee-licious. The goat cheese on it adds a nice tang that ties it together. read more

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Great, quick, custom, cheesy. This pizza place is just like picture day without the forceful head positioning. I enjoyed a flat crust 2-topping meat pizza with the creamy white sauce, so that if I spilled on my white hoodie I wouldn't be mad. It ended up being an excellent decision in terms of flavor as well. I recommend you check Blaze out! read more

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Blaze is always my favorite be it in Boston or in Ames :-) Awesome pizzas, great ambiance and excellent hospitality. I have tried Veg Out and Green Stripe pizzas, both are great! Not to forget, blood orange lemonade is yummilicious. read more

Food was really good. It was my first time ordering there and asked for bacon on my cheesy bread and the guy passive aggressively yelled at me for asking for it once I was paying. Next time be a little more respectful. read more

Very rare do I give a low score. Unfortunately ordering a custom pizza that comes out burnt is just awful. Our pizzas were not the only ones that had problems. The staff just did not care. Smoking in the bathroom is also unprofessional & against the law. This Blaze is HIGHLY not recommended which is sad because it's in the heart of campustown. Nothing like when you leave & have to step over vomit. The staff would not clean it up. Worst experience ever!!! Pictures are attached. read more

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Living in a college town offers locals a chance to experience restaurants we normally wouldn't find in other communities. One such place is Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza. The concept of Blaze isn't anything new. There are other places like this one (even in Ames) such as Smoakin' Oak or a place like Pie Five. They do a personalized wood fire pizza made to your specifications. The layout works well. When you go in the door you order right away and move along down the counter, watch your pizza be constructed, watch them put it in the oven and then get it hot and fresh. Like I said, not an original concept, but it works. If you're trying the one in Campustown be sure to go while the students are gone. I can imagine this place can get pretty crazy during the school year. Also, being on Lincoln Way means the parking isn't great. Don't expect to get a spot right in front of the business unless you're lucky. Okay, on to the pizza. They have several pre-made pizzas you can pick from or select your own toppings. They aren't super-expensive, considering you get a 12" pizza or at least close to that. The crust is really good, nice and chewy and crispy just the way it should be. I feel like they skimp on the toppings. Pizza is all about the toppings for me and when they don't give you much you kind of feel slighted. The pizza I had was all meat (not sure what it was called) and for being described as a pizza with a lot of meat I didn't feel like much was there. Would I recommend this place? Yeah, I think so. It's alright, but I wasn't blown away with anything considering how many people have told me that it was really great. read more

Decent food. Not the best pizza. Was hard to find a clean table to eat at. Speedy service and nice people.

Okay, no judgments, but I have never been to one of these fast fire pizza places before. I know, I know, they're the fastest growing quick serve foods in recent years, but we never really had one in our town. I actually never even heard of them. Suddenly, 2017 brought us two within months (and blocks) of each other. I went into Blaze with zero expectations. The way articles discuss this fast fire thing, I assumed it was like fast food, but pizza. Like S'barro or Fazoli's or Subway's pizzas that no one seems to remember is an option there. Well...I was very, VERY wrong! It was so interesting... I don't really know how to describe it. I mean, in a way, it sort of is like Subway. You stand in line; you choose your crust, sauce, cheese, toppings, as you make your way down. The quality of the all ingredients appear fresh and their variety is extensive. Beyond that, they can be healthy*! Plus, adhere to vegetarian and similar lifestyles. In addition to this, the customer service was friendly, welcoming, and very understanding to people taking this experience in for the first time. Each service member (there are a few you meet as you walk the Path of Pizza) was articulate and happy to explain the process. When you reach the end of the road, you pay and they pop your pizza in an oven right behind you. Just moments afterward you receive a delicious "personal" pizza. I use quotations because they are generous in size. My wife and I were able to share one. Last thing I'll mention is the pricing. Let's see you're a cheese person. I hope you are. I prefer only "cheese people" to view my Yelp material. You can get a freshly made, evenly baked, well portioned, cheese pizza for $4.99! I was blown away by this. Normally these 'hip' places try to gauge you. I'm looking at you, Starbucks. I know you see me. All in all, this was a really neat experience that ended with me eating a delicious pizza. Gotta give 5 stars for that! * - healthy in comparison to pizzas from like Papa John's or Pizza Hut or those pizzas at Subway that actually exist even though you probably didn't believe me earlier. read more

Stars they come and go, they come fast they go slow they go like the last light of the sun all in a Blaze, and all you see is Glory! You know its always hot and it's always fresh and it's always great! I love the Blaze locations in Des Moines and I find myself there at least once a month! Why I can get a great Vegan Pizza, a beer, and I won't break the bank! And the service is always top notch, the staff seem to get to know you, and smile like you have been friends for ever! I like that in a place! Ames location in no different! Located on Lincoln Way, directly across the street from beautiful Iowa State Campus, this is a very welcome edition to the food in Campus Town. I had a build your own vegan pizza, love the roasted garlic, black olives, mushrooms, purple onions, vegan cheese, spinach, all cooked in a couple minutes! I had a couple beers as well and sat on their great patio as the sun went down over campus! This was a beautiful night and if I still lived in Ames would try to re-create it all the time! Like the last light of the sun all in a BLAZE. read more

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So good! The staff was so nice and the owner even came out and gave me a free pizza coupon out of the blue! Pizza was delicious...and that spicy red sauce had some heat read more

This place has some of the nicest employees you could ever meet. I think we stayed a little bit longer just because we enjoyed being there so much. Went twice in the one week we were in town and both were great experiences. The pizza of course is good too and whatever is in that sauce will Have you coming back for more read more

Stopped into Blaze on summer evening thinking it wouldn't be busy because all the students are gone. I was wrong. Blaze was packed! Must be all the good reviews, I thought. After waiting in line for ~15 minutes I was able to order. I like that Blaze has pizzas on their menu that you can customize. I ordered the Art Lover pizza and my husband got a build your own pizza. Few minutes later we were taking our pizzas to go. When we got to our destination, we realized that we got someone else's pizza, not the custom creation my husband made. He was pretty upset as the pizza we received did not have things on it that either of us would eat (like, Canadian bacon). I called Blaze to inform them of the mistake and they offered to remake the pizza or credit us. Well, we were hungry so we chose to have the pizza remade. It was a bit of a hassle to get the wrong pizza and send someone out to pick up the correct order, but Blaze was apologetic and gave us a free pizza voucher for the mistake. Perfect way to show they care about customer service. Once we got the correct pizzas and ate them, my husband and I concurred: they were very good. The Art Lover pizza I ordered was delicious and my husband devoured his custom pie. I am deducting one star because I think the crust could use some work. Mine was very soggy and fell apart as I was eating it. read more

I love Blaze! The funny thing is that I've never been a big fan of pizza until I tried the (build your own) at blaze. The pizza taste is so flavorful and you can add all the toppings you want. The crust isn't too big so you're getting more pizza than anything. Very delicious. I'm obsessed with it read more

Blaze Pizza - Obsessed with build your own. What a great taste and perfectly cooked! - Salad Near Me - Ames, Iowa

My first time at Blaze Pizza! I came during a Yelp event, and I got my pizza for free. That started off things in a good way. The service was incredibly friendly and fast. I love pizzas with a lot of toppings, so being able to add whatever I liked is perfect for me. I enjoyed a local beer that they had on tap, and I had a Smores cookie too. Everything was wonderful. read more

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I love blaze pizza. Whether its one of their signatures pizzas or a build your own you cant go wrong! Everything is delicious. Fresh ingredients and great customer service makes every visit to Blaze a good one! I know I'll be back soon, glad they are expanding so more people can experience it! read more

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Pizza tastes great, is baked extremely fast (~10 minutes), and made with a healthy oil (olive) which is rare for pizza places. Employees are kind and a manager went above and beyond for me when there was an issue with redeeming a promo they had running. read more

Good pizza, but they are too cheap with toppings I only get sausage and pepperoni, but 5 or 6 pieces of pepperoni doesn't even put a piece on each slice!! After asking for double, then triple, you get too embarrassed to ask for more I get controlling portions, but I'm only downing two items, not the salad bar. Folks like me get ripped read more