So nice to have little cafes in our smaller towns. Took a break from the bustle of Ames to stop in…read morefor a pastry and coffee and was pleasantly surprised by the cozy atmosphere here! Very clean inside, kind staff, and quick service. 10/10 recommend!

Paula and her team at Bricktown Bakery are incredible. You can feel the passion in everything they…read moredo, and it shows in every bite. Whether it's their fresh‑baked pastries or their delicious lunch offerings, everything is prepared with care and tastes fantastic.

Very good dinner,We like the food and the service is great. They have one of the best patty melts…read moreI've had. I give it 5 stars.

Who doesn't love a small town diner? It appears this place has been here a long time. The plexi…read moreprotection still hangs in place between the booths. The chairs have all but given up on the patting for your backside. You come in a double door and walk right past the kitchen. I actually like this cause you can see all the hard work going on. One gentleman is working the kitchen as another gets us seated. The menu is full of fine options. It is early in the day so the breakfast is what I am after. I go for the Mexican skillet and the waiter gives me the heads up it's spicy. My husband orders the chicken fried steak. Side of pancakes. You better be hungry cause the portions are no joke. Food took the appropriate time considering one cook for our four top. The restaurant that was quiet started to pick up. You can tell most were loyal locals by the cut chat with the waiter and cook when they came in. My skillet was hot and I enjoyed our. My husband stole me my side of pancakes and ate his big meal too. Good overall experience. I love small town places like this.

Great place if you need a quick, grab and go breakfast. The biscuit sandwiches are amazing. The…read morehomemade biscuits are to die for! Sit down breakfast is available, too. You can't leave without trying the fresh, homemade scones.

The Filling Station is a gas station, an extra stocked convenience store, a breakfast/lunch food…read morecounter, and a tables inside and out to enjoy your refreshments and the view. Gayle and I stopped in today after reading about it within some "48 hours in Ames" article. I ordered a brisket grilled cheese sandwich, while Gayle chose a similar one with blackberry flavoring. We split a can of Guinness off the convenience store fridge, and then sat outside for our street and car wash view. We had nice shade on a not too hot day and took the opportunity to hang out bit after we finished our meal. This was a tasty and pleasant experience of good value overall.

Love to visit Farmgrounds when I'm in Nevada! I usually like to try one of their flavored iced…read morelattes(always great with an extra shot of espresso). Try one of their sandwiches or food to take home too! Such a sweet little cof

Adorable little coffee shop! The barista was so sweet. We got 2 lattes, a smoothie, and a scone,…read moreand all were delicious! Happy they have oat milk. They also have cold lattes to go in their deli case. Enroll in their texts and get a $5 coupon! Only downside is they close early afternoon, but that seems normal for a small town coffee shop.

Great place. Margaritas are wonderful and the menu has so much variety. Breakfast is available…read moretill 1 PM. I have attached their new menu

New to the area, the food is fresh and so tasty. The service is great. Drinks are made well. I…read morerecommend the guacamole appetizer and their blended margaritas.

Retro diner ( real) experience. Quick service. Good homemade pie. Preserved old style building.read more

Cute little piece of nostalgia!! Stopped by while headed home from the holidays. Shared a piece of…read morebanana cream pie which was really good. So good we ordered Strawberry Rhubarb next. It was also delicious. I highly recommend the detour. Oh... and it got us off I-80 and put us on US30.... I have to say it made it a much better ride across Iowa.

Nestled in a set of businesses halfway between Ames and Ankeny, Flight nailed my first visit with a…read moreterrific meal and great customer service. Plenty of parking and a comfortable interior, they enable diners to have a positive visit without being cramped or rushed. Noise isn't an issue. Opened with a sensational Onion Haystack, a unique dish that was aided by a pair of sauces, Chipotle ranch and buttermilk ranch. My burger was outstanding, The Classic, perfectly cooked and served on a delicious bun. I snagged some tasty sweet potato fries from my Way Better Half too! Coke products a plus too! Server Brooklyn was excellent, providing great guidance with a kind nature.

The service was great! We had the special burrata appetizer, which was so delicious! The fresh…read morepeaches really made it taste so good. We also had the raspberry chipotle chicken sandwich which was fire! Will definitely come back. I want to try their burgers and tenderloin next!

Awesome place that really surprised. Clearly a farm to table concept with a varied but overwhelming…read moremenu. Came in on a weeknight with coworkers and received good service and fantastic food. Nice drink menu (I enjoyed their take on the old fashioned) with cocktails and a nice craft beer selection. Everyone loved their food, from the barley soup to the ravioli, burger, Brussels salad, and the salmon I got. Hidden gem perhaps was their incredible dessert selection. The cherry tart was a pleasant surprise and the salted caramel chocolate cake will def fix a choc craving. Would gladly come back.

Since Dad's now a bit more mobility challenged (at 97), I've taken him to Provisions Lot F for…read moredinner during my last 3 visits to Ames. The booths are large, the aisles are wide, and the bathroom is very accessible. He "complains" about the prices, but we both agree how much we like the menu, the service, and atmosphere. Actually, I came by myself the other night and sat at the bar as the restaurant seating was pretty much full. And despite a solid menu, I'm a creature of habit and chose what I "always do (with a glass of white wine). SOUP + SALAD + BREAD cup of soup (my choice: Salmon Chowder), house salad, warm multigrain roll, whipped cottage cheese dip Delicious, relatively healthy, and just the right amount of food. And I don't forget to pick up one of their wonderful baked goods on the way out.

My wife and I went out for dinner last night and had THE Cafe's special entre. It was a fish dish…read morefeaturing many varieties including red snapper, and shrimp. It was an Italian soup style with incredible flavor. I hope they offer it many times again, as we loved it!

I ordered coffee and a roll the other morning and was told I couldn't have a seat to sit and enjoy…read morethem. The girl behind the counter said, "we don't do seating for coffee service," although there were a few other customers thsre, seated, esting breakfast and drinking coffee. I won't be back.

While visiting a loved one's nursing home, I visited this wonderful shop to help out a family…read moremember. I am so glad I did because it was an oasis of kindness and smiles. I'm not a coffee drinker, yet KaffeGeita had such a good vibe. I bought a roasted iced coffee for my partner and browsed this place. It's less than a mile west of the 35 and equipped with a drive-thru option. There are lots of pastries and sandwiches, WiFi for interior seating, and super cool T-shirts. There are many nursing homes and elderly people living in Story City, and if you need a place loaded with kindness to get away for a little bit, this is the place.

Yumbo Macadamia nut latte with honey, cute decor, and good service. I also got some whole bean…read morecoffee and she offered to grind it for me, which I appreciated.