Sold me wrong item. No returns. Told them they're losing a customer. They called me a fckin btch…read moreand hung up on me. Called back and talked to manager who said they don't care at all that their employees treat customers like this or that they're losing a customer. Place deserves to go out of business.

I have lived in Ames for years. Ive seen that building be a number of different businesses. When i…read morestopped there i wasnt expecting much. As soon as i walked in it was like walking into a different world. The noise from outside was gone and i was met with a pleasant smelling, clean, well lit space. The displays were backlit well and clean, Also had a symmetry to it that appealed to me. There was nice calming music playing and i was free to look around for a bit. Then i met Drake and Hannah. They were wonderful, and friendly. There were up beat and smiling and very helpful. I got the impression that they were the owners, you rarely find that good of an employee, let alone two. I will definitely go back, and i wont be going anywhere else.

These are great people and they have a great variety of wines and liquors. They have an awesome…read morescratch card section also.

As the first stop on my first mugs night, AJs was a loud and energetic place for college students…read moreto hang out, dance, and drink. I had a fun time dancing and yelling with my friends, but if you want any chill vibes the outside patio is barely any quieter with a DJ playing outside too, but it's all a fun vibe. If you're looking for a high energy place to drink, AJs is definitely that.

Comfort Vape was the first vape shop I ever went to, so it has a special place in my heart. The…read moreowner is a great lady and her juice selection is fairly sizeable. She has also implemented a reward system for customers to earn cash off purchases, making for a repeat customers. The new store location seems to fit the needs of the store very well. The store carries a few lines that I haven't seen elsewhere one of which is "Dragon", a personal favorite. Targeted more towards those with a sweet tooth, the "Dragon" line is a mix of various fruits coupled with creams. CV also carries a few house blends which seems to keep many of the regulars happy. As far as hardware, the store's owner prefers well established mods and atomizers, in an attempt to reduce overhead. All in all, Comfort Vape is a great little vape shop with above average customer service and a juice selection that is sure to carry something you like.

Excellent establishment for your vape needs. They always try to please and get what you ask for…read more Great service and knowledgeable staff! I do all my business there no need to look elsewhere for anything! Great place great people!!!

A great selection of literally any type of alcohol you could think of. The workers are super…read morefriendly and knowledgeable! If you go on Sunday there is a great whisky guy who can tell you all kinds of fun facts!

My typical daily alcohol intake is now 1-2 drinks a day, and only wine or beer. So life is too…read moreshort not to enjoy good beer or wine. The HyVee next door or the one further down Lincoln Way has a nice selection, but Cyclone Liquors' is much better. And since my last review of this establishment over 14 years ago, I make it a point to come here when I'm in town. My latest preference is that as much as I enjoy a good IPA, I'm tired of them right now. So on my most recent trip to Cyclone Liquors, I was looking for some nice Belgian Beers. Here's what I found here and took home: St. Bernadus #12, Rochefort 8, and Bosteels Tripel Karmeliet. These beers are meant to be sipped and I'll be back from more.

This is one of my favorite places to buy gifts for my wife and is one of the strongest businesses…read moreon Ames' Main Street. Before there was a Wiliams Sonoma store in the state of Iowa Cooks Emporium has been selling high-quality cooking gear and offering classes in downtown Ames. While the location isn't huge you'll find the well-established brands (All-Clad, Le Creuset, Wusthof) that you trust right here. As someone who enjoys cooking, I can spend a lot of time browsing in here for kitchen gadgets. I do the majority of my business here around the holidays and they do a really nice job of wrapping gifts. They are very helpful in answering questions and guiding you toward the right purchase for your task or gift idea. As I write this review I can see many items that we've purchased from the Cooks Emporium. They are local, offer high-quality merchandise, and offer competitive prices on par with even online-retailers.

I love this store, but the employees are hit and miss…read more I am heavily tattooed (at least for Ames, Iowa) and sometimes there is a lady that is just rude and doesn't help me. I can tell it's because I'm young and tattooed by the look on the lady's face. Good thing she doesn't work on commission. If only she knew I graduated from culinary school four years ago and have been baking professionally since then, including wedding cakes. I'm not just some punk kid who can't afford your over-priced stuff. I usually buy my stuff on the internet - so much cheaper. But I love looking here and it's great for small buys (rubber scrapers) and "crap I need this right now and no one else in town is going to have it" impulse buys (mandoline). Great for seeing an item in person so you know what you want to order online.

i adore this store! it's cozy and is stocked with the snacks and asian groceries that i like at a…read moregood price! the owner is super friendly and quick!

I've been here several times, and I've had great service. The owner (that the other review said…read morewas not friendly) always says hello to me and asks if I need any help finding anything. Several times she has also given me free items to try and see if I like them. I'll agree that some of the freezer items could be labeled a little better with prices and/or dates, but I haven't really purchased any of those items. I typically come in for different noodles, sauces, and spices. I have found all the prices to be very reasonable, and way cheaper than trying to buy all these specialty items from Amazon or other online vendors. The store itself is a little small and cramped, but that's part of the charm. This is a great store with friendly staff and an awesome selection considering the small size.

Torrent Brewing Company is a local brewing favorite. I truly family bar that allows you to bring…read morein your own food though Torrent serves popcorn, pretzels, and pizza. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the product. I would recommend Torrent Brewing Company.

Excellent and great vibes. It took the bartender FOREVER to wait on us and hardly anyone was there…read more If service was better, it would be a 5 for sure. All the beer we tried was yum.

I love your new Nitro coffee. As an overnight driver it is what I'm looking for. I always mention I…read morehave a Nitro refill, so it gets rung correctly to show the sale, I don't want to to get rid of. This is the only location that is a problem. You have a woman there, short blonde hair with glasses whose life work it seems is to make sure these are rung up properly. Tonight she was cleaning up in the area by the nitro, as I filled my mug she watched me, never said hi or acknowledged I was there. I asked her if I was in her way for the garbage can or sink In the corner and she never responded. She watched me go from the dispenser to the register, watching me like I was a thief, calling the cashier on her radio to make sure it was rung up as a nitro, which it was. I made a comment to the cashier about it and left before I made a scene.

Who knew that my rental car (Toyota 4 Runner) took over 17 gallons to fill up. But with Iowa's…read moreethanol fuel subsidy, the per gallon price was a little better than back home. So as a gas station, this place does what its supposed to, including getting in and out efficiently. One thing the Kwik Star chains have going for them is an impressive array of road snacks, including sweet rolls/donuts that would match a stand alone shop. I also appreciated the clean restrooms and a decent cup of coffee for the road.