We stopped here for lunch when in Ames for a concert. It came recommended by a coworker and our whole group enjoyed our experience. Amongst our group we ordered the Long Island ice tea, nerds flavored Long Island ice tea, bloody marry and some martinis. We also ordered lunch and everyone seemed really pleased with their food. They were super busy but did a great job accommodating our group of 8. Glad we popped in during our time in Ames. read more

5 trips to Brazil were amazing so it was great to be at this bar for lunch and dinner. In Ames this is the # 1 place to be by far. Soccer. World Cup. Academia. Global travelers. Great staff. Feijoada is needed. I look forward to returning. read more

Moo Moo Cafe Beaudelaire, 2504 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014 https://cafebeaudelaire.com/ The soul of Brasil in the heart of Iowa. (Brasil intentionally spelled without a Z.) Cuban sandwich with fries and Black bean veggie burger with fries. Consistently good food and service. Moo -Good diversion Moo Moo-Superb excursion Moo Moo Moo -Extraordinary gastronomic immersion read more

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Wow this place was great! It has a super laid back vibe and felt cozy and casual, which I loved. The menu had a ton of unique options. I went with the gyro and it was so good! A few of my family members got the cuban sandwich and they loved it. The service was awesome. Our waitress was so sweet and had a smile on her face the whole time, even when handling a few tricky requests from our group. She was amazing! It's right across the street from campus, so if you're in town for a visit or heading to a game, I definitely recommend stopping by. read more

We love Cafe Beaudelaire. I need a vegetarian/vegan diet and the Iron Veggie is fantastic! Black beans, basmati rice, avocado, veggies and salsa hit the spot. My wife had the empanada and a side salad that was more than enough for lunch. Outdoor, cafe-style seating made for a very European vibe as we people watched and enjoyed a lovely spring day in Ames. The service was fast and friendly. We were probably in and out in under 30 minutes, but don't rush. Order a Ruthie or a Guarana and enjoy yourself. CB is on our short list for future visits. read more

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I love new and I have tried to come to this restaurant 3 times and it was closed. I finally had an opportunity to eat! Cuban was fantastic with the Brazilian fries. The au jus served with it is salty! The Portuguese omelet was fine. I wanted to try something authentic And the sausage was definitely different. I liked the flavor of everything besides the sausage but that is a personal issue. I would come back and try something else. read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Cubano yes - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

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Popped in as I had time before picking up John. Opened the door and nostalgia and history hit me in a very warm spot in my heart. I took a table and ordered a Ruthie. I had a hard time deciding but after a friendly explanation of the different dishes by the waiter I decided on a Brazilian burger with yucca fries. I dropped the fried egg as really, that is just too much. The burger was incredible! The bun was the best I have ever had, light and flavorful! Yucca fries- the garlic aioli was so good, no need for ketchup! I'd come back for sure. Don't pass this up people! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Brazilian Burger and a Ruthie, well half a Ruthie. - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Great food, laid back and friendly feeling and great view of those walking by. We used surprise me and it did not disappoint. It was cold and sloppy from the last snow storm outside. Walking in it was warm and comfortable. Even with large windows facing the street it was a perfect temperature. Be prepared the restrooms are in the basement and might be hard for some to access. Food was prepared perfectly as the menu stated flavor was outstanding. You will not be disappointed. read more

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The best!! 10/10 recommend every time you are in Ames! The Cafe Beirut and the Brazilian fries is my go too!

Small, little place right in the heart CampusTown in Ames. Food was good, prices were comparable, service was fine.

4.0* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 5* Service: 5* 05/25/2023 This place was recommended by some locals while we were working at the Special Olympics in Ames, so stopped by to check it out at the end of the day before heading home. It is a very unique Brazilian-themed restaurant just across the street from the Iowa State campus with a good selection of beers and Brazilian-themed foods and mixed drinks. We started with drinks - a Pisco Sour and a Caipirinha (see picture). The locals highly recommended the Beaudelaire Bauru sandwich and while it looked delicious, we had already made plans with our wives after returning home, so weren't able to sample it. The other item that was recommended though was the Brazilian Fries w/ mayo (see picture) and we were able to sample them. They were very good - crispy on the outside and warm and soft inside - with the mayo making a great dip pair. I can't wait to return with my wife sometime and give the Beaudelaire Bauru a try. You definitely won't regret stopping here for a bite to eat or a drink - good food, value, selection and service. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com read more

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Very popular place, service was a little slow and there were flies in the restaurants. But the food was pretty good! Nice flavor, dessert was great read more

Is a quaint cafe with an excellent atmosphere. The staff were very attentive and welcoming. The food was great! I had the border burger which was delicious. Only thing I wish there were more fries on the plate. read more

I've loved everything I've ordered here- fries were perfect, I got the original bairu and I'm not a huge eater so I actually took half the sandwich home - so it's good portions. Service is always friendly and competent. It's got a fun laid back vibe so it was a nice casual date place. Great local place! read more

The Soul of Brasil in the Heart of Iowa Cafe Beaudelaire is located on the block of Campus Town that hasn't been included in the recent rounds of urban development. When Dad and I stopped by last Thursday for Dinner, there was some recent demolition that might be an indication that the ongoing pissing match between the City of Ames and the Developer is slowly reaching some kind of resolution. However, I still wonder if a beloved restaurant that has been here for over 30 years will survive the next tear down. Dad and I are pretty careful with our COVID-related precautions, so I was a little surprised that he chose an indoor table for Dinner vs. an available outdoor table for 2. Restaurant staff were all masked and so were we until we sat down. My brother had warned me that the acoustics can be loud here, because of what looks like a metal ceiling. However, the Café was not full during our stay and conversation was easy and relaxed. The menu is interesting and somewhat eclectic, with my only critique being that although I like my starch, I'm not a big breaded and/or deep fried guy. So the Mozzarella Sticks, Jalapeno Cheddar Chicken Balls, Cheese Empanada, and Argentine Beef Empanada, and Chicken Strips were out. But the Salads, Yucca Fries, Burgers, Gyros, Cuban Sandwich, and Veggie dishes were very open to being ordered. I settled on the garlic spaghetti with gyro meat and bread, which just missed being lick the plate good because I just couldn't finish the more than generous portion. Dad was a bit less adventurous with his delicioius cheeseburger selection. Cafe staff were marvelous, especially in terms of friendliness, follow-up, and overall professionalism. The restaurant atmosphere itself was a treat, and a welcome respite from the outside ISU Campus Town world. Go Hawkeyes! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Great food, good coffee, great vibe and service. A little pricey but that's just how places like Cafe Beaudelaire are. Will be going back. read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Traditional Breakfast - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

This place is really cute. It's small but I would definitely go there again. The food was good I got the rodeo burger with fries. The fries had very good seasoning, as for the burger it had good flavors however the patty itself could have used more salt and towards the end it was getting messy. My bun ended up getting soggy and started falling apart. Other than that it was good. read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Border Burger closet one Classic Burger farther one - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

This small, quaint bar/restaurant is perfect for a date or lunch with your friends ! I love their Cubano and whenever the students are gone, I go out to eat at CB! The parking can be difficult and when it's cold this spot is cozy and warm. The tables outside on the sidewalk are nice when the weather is good. It's just a fun place to go and hang out !!! read more

Stopped by for lunch on a dreary day & were warmly welcomed. We sat at a high top and ordered award winning burgers. I had a Brazilian & friend had a Border. Both were delicious! The fries looked homemade & the aioli Mayo with was tasty! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Border burger - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Absolutely Excellent Garlic spaghetti ( light garlic ) Cafe Burger Beef or chicken both Excellent Add the fries as they are potato wedges and very good with ketchup & mayo mixed or just plain. Cuban very Tasty Long Island mix your flavors Top Notch Everything we have tired been Fresh and Tasty read more

Great food and drinks. I absolutely love their Cubano and their gyro. My partner raves about the burgers too. Its a pretty small joint, so you may not always get a table. read more

A night out with the coworkers started out in here and I'm super glad it did! The place was fairly quiet for a Friday, but progressively picked up in customers. Aside from having empanadas catered from here in the past, I didn't know what else they offered but was super excited to try some new things! I started the night with letting the bartender randomly make me a drink with a combination of liquors which turned out great! Tasted like a blueberry martini. The server also asked us an adequate amount for assistance in drinks. He was also patient when we had other coworkers and friends start to trickle in later. The yucca fries are the best choice of food you can get aside from the empanadas if you're looking for something that won't fill you up too much. If potatoes were running short nationwide, I wouldve taken another plate. Overall the service and experience was great, the only downside is that it is a little pricy. read more

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Always love visiting Cafe B when in Ames! You have to try the burgers. They are amazing!

Food was amazing. I got the standard cheeseburger. Another member got the Border burger and he said it was the best burger her had ever had. They were amazing. The fries were crispy and paired with garlic aioli. There were several other dip options with ranch being the second favorite after the aioli. Ambiance is very casual and relaxed. Service was top notch and very attentive without being over bearing. We will be going back often! read more

Good job? I absolutely housed the burger Gustavo prepared for me. Me and friends fell in love with the long islands- was shaking with excitement read more

First time eating here after several trips to Ames. Wasn't too busy on a Friday night but it was early. The inside is pretty small and there are a few outside tables. My wife and daughter had the classic burger and I had the Cuban sandwich. The food was very good. They had a reasonable selection of local brews. I would certainly come here again. read more

Best burgers in Ames and well-deserved title for being the best! Each burger I've had here was top-notch and the potato wedges were excellent! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Classic Burger "Award winning angus beef patty, with mayo, fresh lettuce, tomatoes and onions. Swerved with Brasilian fries." The beef patty was perfectly cooked to my request and was a good ratio between the buns. I am not usually a fan of potato wedges, but these were fried to a nice crisp and had almost the consistency of mashed potatoes inside. The fries surprisingly paired well with the mayo. I would definitely recommend! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Every time we're in town, we absolutely have to eat at Cafe B. I have so many fond memories of my partner and I getting to know each other over the scrumptious black bean burger and a long island ice tea big enough for two. Tonight we mixed it up with the Brasilia burger and it did not disappoint. I wish we would have ordered enough for leftovers, but I'll be honest, those leftovers would not have survived the ride home. read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - So glad to be back at Cafe B! - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Long. Island. Iced. Teas! Cafe B is always a great place to grab food and watch the soccer games. Staff is great and the drink service has a large selection. This place is a favorite of college students and locals alike. read more

They make an amazing cappuccino. Really, they do, I think the best that I have had in Ames. They put a lot of thick foam on top and the coffee is wonderfully flavorful and not to bitter at all like many places. I almost always order one at the beginning of the meal, unless sometimes when it is warm out and I get their homemade lemonade instead, which is also awesome. I only have ever been here for lunch on a weekday. I have no idea how the evening vibe would be here but lunch is usually quite busy here. I have eaten their vegetarian gyros and black bean burgers. They put egg in their [blackbean] burger btw. One of the few times I ever will eat something with egg in it. The burger is above average for sure. The last 2 times I have had it they actually differed a bit in quality, but the most recent was better because it wasn't as dry as the first time that I tried it. It seems like they use some kind of grain or something in it as well as the black beans, the color is a bit light and that is a good thing (coming from someone who loves their blackbeans.) Their brazilian fries are pretty good also. On top of the burger they add corn and tomatoes and other vegetables, very tasty burger! when I have gotten the vegetarian gyros in the past I have also been very happy with those. cappuccino: 4.6 Black Bean Burger: 4.0 awesomeness of staff: 4.7 read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - black bean burger without fried egg and brazilian fries - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Cafe B is a great spot, just across from Iowa State's campus. I would highly recommend any of the burgers, along with a Long Island. They also offer brunch on the weekends. Indoor & limited outdoor seating available. We had good service, especially for how busy they were! read more

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Cafe B is definitely one of the good places on campus! Even though the menu is not that extensive, I like that it is very focused and allows you to make a quick decision on what you want to eat! I ordered the Spanish burger with a side of Brazilian fries with mayonnaise. The fries were perfect in flavor, not too salty, and had the perfect crisp. I've never considered eating fries with mayo in the past, but once trying theirs, I was seriously blown away! Absolutely delish! Now on to the burger: the burger was pretty good, but the meat was very tasteless and somewhat dry! I was extremely disappointed by that. I think the peppers and egg and etc. definitely added to the burger, but it would have easily been a 10/10 if the meat actually had flavor. The restaurant is very small, so oftentimes I felt like everyone was squished in there, especially on busy nights. However, the space isn't too bad if you're lucky enough to get a table by the window. If they work on seasoning their meat, I would definitely give them 5 stars and a few more visits if I am ever in town. read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Spanish Burger - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

Super fun place! I love the variety of food and drinks on the menu. The food is as unique in Ames as is their decor. Come with an interest in trying new things and you will not be disappointed. Service I prompt and familiar. read more

Still serving QUART-size Long Islands to go. Tried the Roast Beef Beirut for the first time.. very good. Still love this place. I will be back!!! read more

Cafe Beaudelaire - Yoda will watch you eat - Brazilian Near Me - Ames, Iowa

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Got the yucca fries, beef Beirut sandwich and Brazilian burger as a Sunday lunch takeout. We were on a road trip from Albuquerque to St. Paul with 2 dogs and this was what worked for us but we would love to stay for dine-in next time, so we could get cocktails and enjoy the ambience! The food was delicious and exactly what we needed. So grateful for the takeout option! read more

A solid burger. Loved the one with chorizo and chimichurri! Fries and garlic sauce were great. Ordered to-go and food was fresh and fast.

TLDR: great Brazilian American food. Disclaimer : I've never been to Brazil and don't know what authentic Brazilian food truly is. However, I can enjoy good food and when things taste a little different than the usual American palette I can vibe with that. This Ames staple serves up great American Brazilian burgers plus has a decent beer selection and thoughtful mixed drinks. Or if you're my friend, they just make one drink, and that's the Long Island Iced Tea. Looking forward to trying the rest of the Brazilian inspired menu. read more

I had the Brazilian burger (beef/ham) it was delicious. The service was just okay seemed a bit lax as in stoners. It is a small venue not romantic. I would like to go back and try some of their other items. Today I tried the pasta garlic and tomatoes...I added the chicken. It was good, but needed more parmigian cheese or at least it should have been offered. I'm satisfied with the food, not terribly impressed. I believe for what it is (not fancy) it's what you'd expect. read more

The worst campus cafe I have ever been to. The cheapest menu option is the $15 gyro which I expected to be a platter of gyros or a very large one at the price point. I must have laughed when my food arrived. It was a single gyro maybe 4 inches in diameter sided with a small handful of wedge-cut fries, far less food than to be expected for this price. Service was fine, quality was fine, nothing was wrong with any of the quality. It is just shocking to see so little for such a high price. read more