Suggestions for Casual places near Ames

Estepha F. • December 28, 2015Owner is a cool guy. Authentic chill spot. GREAT change of pace from Starbucks all the time

donovan m. • February 25, 2010Todays special is the Ramond. Basically a jazzed out rueben with craazy good sauces and a fried egg. A tasty treat for mid town, off the beaten path, classy, indie small resturant. This is my first t

Vanessa D. • June 10, 2012The Denver Style crust is absolutely AMAZING! Especially when you finish off the crust with some honey!

Ashley E. • August 17, 2012Our favorite date night place! Best spinach and artichoke dip!

Innova • August 16, 2011Always nice to have a coffee shop right across the street. Great place for a mid-morning...or mid-day...or late afternoon...pick-me-up!

Jesse S. • May 30, 2016If you live in Ames, and want a well maintained, ever changing place to relax outside, get a membership!

Lauren P. • October 11, 2013Strong drinks great atmosphere. And tacos!

Michael B. • June 8, 2011So chill. Got free ice cream cuz the dood messed up.

Jonathan M. • June 17, 2016Add avocado. It's $1 and absolutely worth it.

James R. • November 1, 2013Very chill place, good prices and deals, great bartenders.

Tony • October 16, 2015Chicken biscuit is a great way to start the day for breakfast.

Juice Magazine • September 19, 2012This busy cafe in north Ames features an ever-changing menu with options made from locally-grown and sourced ingredients. And save room for a slice of carrot cake — it’s out of this world.

Rachel Y. • January 9, 2014Fish and chips are awesome here! Staff is super friendly too. And you can find beers here you won't get anywhere else!

Katie H. • September 26, 2011There are so many great things on this menu. A few of our favorites: the meat-me calzone and the artisan-style cheese pizza! Great beer selection too. Try the World Beer Tour!

Mike M. • August 22, 2011My wife and I just moved to Ames from Texas and were very happy to know that there is great Tex-Mex this far north! The chips and salsa were memorable, but the whole meal was great.

Divya M. • June 7, 2015Cream horns, Dutch letter, and pure simple Glazed Donuts. I can eat that for days. Get fresh donuts earlier in the morning. It's the BEST in town. Better than any I've had in 100 mile radius.

Michael B. • August 9, 2011Holy shit. This place is the best. I got a decent amount of frozen yogurt for a great price. I plan on being a regular customer here. Mad chill

Carli S. • June 23, 2015Good place to relax after a long day of classes at ISU

Chin D. • September 14, 201660/40 is a simply fabulous burger to have for your day. Have with with tote as your side and your meal is complete!

Jessie C. • August 3, 2017Their daily soups and desserts are fantastic. Love the sandwiches too - particularly Olive You Are Nuts and Jive Turkey.

Maddie M. • November 19, 2013Get the corn tortilla tacos with pastor meat, cilantro onions, and pico.

Cecilia H. • December 27, 2018Great bartender and the Rueben Eggrolls are amazing!

Ashley E. • August 17, 2012Best in town! Best pizza, best sandwiches and best staff!!!

BJ F. • October 24, 2014The Gluten Free Pad Thai is delicious and safe for my partner and I. The staff are very welcoming and always make me feel at home from the moment I enter the front door. Thanks to the staff!