We stopped here for lunch when in Ames for a concert. It came recommended by a coworker and our…read morewhole 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.

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

The breakfast burrito and lemon blueberry granola yogurt were delicious. Coffee was great, service…read morewas excellent. It has a fun, vintage eclectic vibe.

If you love yourself, this is what you're going to do: you're going to go to The Dot on a…read moreWednesday, Thursday, or Friday. The menu changes depending on weekend/weekday status. You're going to order the broccoli reuben (not available on weekends). You're going to leave a changed person. The Dot is cozy! When my parents visited me up here, they requested multiple Dot trips. It's really that good. For some historical context for the curious, The Dot moved into the building formerly occupied by Daytime Diner. Daytime was one of my favorite places in Ames, but their pipes burst during the intense blizzard we had back in January of 2024. You can still see one of their stickers in the doorframe of the leopard bathroom. They reopened much later with weird hours and a flipped ordering system, and they were unable to stay afloat. I was devastated. But, The Dot has moved in to surpass what Daytime was able to achieve. Ames continues to have innovative and exciting food options!

OMG, this place is in such a nice area! They have a huge menu with so many amazing options to…read morechoose from. I ordered the Pit Master Sandwich with a side of French onion soup (you get to choose a side with the sandwich). The sandwich was really good! The bread was buttery and soft, and the homemade croutons in the soup were clearly made from fresh bread. The French onion soup wasn't for me--it kind of tasted like acid reflux to me, so I gave it to my mom. She actually thought it was pretty good. The sandwich had perfectly balanced barbecue sauce and cheese, although I thought the barbecue sauce overpowered the cheese a bit. Next time, I'd probably order it without the cheese. The brisket was good, but I would've preferred a fattier cut because I think it would have been more flavorful. I also wasn't a fan of the Gouda since it didn't melt very well, but the other cheese on the sandwich was delicious. Overall, the food was incredible, and this place is an absolute MUST if you're in the area! I noticed they have around 78,000 DoorDash orders, and after eating here, I can definitely see why. I'll actually be coming back in a few days before I leave my vacation because there are so many other delicious items on the menu that I can't wait to try! Staff were also nice!

Lunch is absolutely amazing. Love the large menu they have and the drive through…read more Breakfast not so much. That's why I'd only give 4 stars!

One of my favorite stops in ames. Staff is kind and the vibe is very cool and relaxed…read more I've tried about every crepe on the menu and they are all great and range from classic flavors to unique combinations id never think to get in a crepe. First time getting the matcha here I usually get the lemonade it's very good but the matcha was surprisingly really good! I'm very picky about my matchas and struggle to find coffee shops that make good ones but this is probably one of the better options in Ames.

Love this café! Great ambiance and such a cozy vibe. I especially loved the dog pictures on the…read morewall and all the political posters. The coffee was delicious--not too sweet or overly milky. I got the cardamom latte and loved that they make their syrups in-house; it really makes the coffee feel worth the price. We got the Shrute crepe and added an egg, and it was delicious and super fresh. For the sweet crepe, we tried the apple & brie. It wasn't my favorite--the brie wasn't as melty as I'd hoped--but I'll definitely try a different flavor next time!

We went to the "tea party" in the sky but that was the stupidest thing ever. The tea was barely…read morewarm. The food sucked. I have been to way better tea parties! I will NEVER ever recommend this place! It was the biggest joke ever. It reminds me of the little girls tea party and not one for an actual adult

Super fun cafe with a European vibe. Came here with a private party and we had a blast. I…read moredefinitely would recommend a pomegranate lemonade. The meal started with greek salad and was delicious. Our main course was a chicken parm risotto. I loved it but others found it very heavy. Our servers were attentive but not overbearing. Would definitely recommend!

Okay this place was so good! It looks like a little hole in the wall from the outside but it is…read moreactually a decent sized place. Hours are 7am-2pm. They let the food speak for themselves. Most everything to drink is bottled except for coffee and free water. Everyone who works there is very knowledgeable about gluten allergies. I have a gluten and dairy allergy. I had a denver omelet without cheese. It is a shared kitchen but they specifically clean everything before making anything when someone tells them its a food allergy. If you call ahead they can make any of their baked goods gluten free. I did not because my family decided to try this on a whim but I was able to have gluten free toast, frosted sugar cookies, and a brown butter chocolate chip cookies. The toast was actually toasted and crunchy on the outside while soft in the middle. Will be eating here again.

Stumbled across this place while looking for breakfast. I have found my new favorite place in Ames…read more I'm amazed more people don't know it's here. I had a breakfast sandwich with ham, eggs, cheese and avocado on a savory biscuit. When I brought it back to work everyone was huddling around loving the glorious smell. It was amazing. I also came home with a scone the size of my head. It was wonderful!! I can't wait to try other flavors. We will be heading here again next week for our weekly management meeting as everyone is excited to try it for themselves. Casual environment and very good staff. This place has it all!

wonderful little deli owned by a family who's been in Ames for four decades…read moreExcellent Kish and great gourmet coffee drinks

From the owner: Patio, Retail…read more Products: Breakfast Sandwiches, Omelets, Quiche, Scones, Cookies, Cakes, Flatbreads, Sandwiches, Soups, Salads, Espresso, Tea, Smoothies Services: Catering Brands: Bean Caffeinated, Beyer’s Bees, Love & Tea, Morning Bell Coffee, Republic of Tea, Stonewall Kitchen Locations Facts: Located a block North of historic downtown Ames

What a great little coffee shop. These are the hidden gems I like to find when traveling. They have…read morea story and you aren't just getting a good cup of coffee or a latte, you get the family friendly place. I gave them a 4 only because I couldn't try any food as it was New Year's Eve and they closed early so I couldn't rate the quality of food. But I'm sure it would have been great as well. Support local and get out there and get a coffee.

Food is yummy coffee perfect place is off the charts definitely know what they are doing and take…read moretheir trade professionally

I got to go food from the HyVee Market Grill tonight and it was sooo good! I've had a few meals…read morefrom here over the last few months and it's always good, or 98% of the time it is. It was fish Friday and we got the meal for $5(a great deal!) while the fish was good, they failed to give us tartar sauce (and utensils). I dipped my fish in the Cole slaw sauce. Omdog!!! It's been a LONG time since I had their coleslaw. And it's nearly identical to my mom's(master chef). I'd have to give west HyVee Market Grill as the BEST coleslaw in Ames. Even better than KFC. Lot parking. Friendly staff. CyHawkApproved.

They have a great Cobb salad that is reasonably priced and very healthy. It's my go to when I need…read moremy salad fix.

Van Hemert's Dutch Oven Bakery is a family-owned, full-line scratch bakery since 1983. This is a…read moregood check-off for visitors. We visited on a Friday afternoon around 2 pm and I was glad some of the baked goods were still available. I quickly picked up a few items: Dutch letters, almond horns, almond tarts, and blueberry filled Dutch windmills. The first three items have a strong but not overpowering almond flavor. I especially liked the almond horns which had a crunch but chewy and buttery texture. I also really liked the windmills and wished I had ordered the raspberry ones as well. It was buttery and flakey with just the right about of blueberry cream cheese filling.

What a great little place! As soon as you walk in, all of the staff that are available, turn their…read moreattention to you with a big smile and greet you warmly. It smells absolutely delicious in there and the endless variety that they offer is fantastic. Not only are there donuts and pastries, they have pies and do lunch as well. They also have coffee and tea, and the inside of this little bakery is so quaint and personable. This location is amazing and we highly recommend it.