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Ames

Ames is a pleasant college town in Central Iowa, sitting astride the Skunk River roughly 30 miles north of Des Moines. Life in Ames follows the ebb and flow of the academic year at Iowa State University, which is the city's primary draw.

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10 places match

  1. Eat

    Aunt Maude's

    Pricey but popular steakhouse with semi-formal atmosphere, which has made it something of an Ames standby with so few formal restaurants to go around. Patio and bar.

    Mon-Fri 11AM-2PM; Mon-Sat 5PM-close$15-40

  2. Eat

    Hickory Park

    A huge and very popular Western-themed restaurant that has long been an Ames staple and is great for kids, parties, and large groups. American and Iowan fare, featuring pulled pork/beef sandwiches and a dessert menu boasting over 50 selections. Huge seating area, though there is often a wait to get a table on the weekends; however, the wait passes quickly and the waiting area has enough interesting decor and distractions like a TV and cheap candy to keep you occupied. Very popular with families. Diabetics beware.

    Sun-Thu 10:30AM-9PM, Fri Sat 10:30AM-10PM$10 with dessert

  3. Eat

    Jeff's Pizza

    Pizza place offering some unusual toppings, Iowa State student favorite. Eat in or delivery.

    Sun-Tue 10:30AM-1AM, Wed Thu 10:30AM-2:30AM, Fri Sat 10:30AM-3:30AM

  4. Eat

    Stomping Grounds

    A coffee shop/art gallery that is a popular student hangout and serves good cappuccinos and mochas, along with decent sandwiches and teas. Service takes a while, though.

    Mon-Fri 7AM-midnight, Sat Sun 8AM-midnight

  5. Eat

    The Cafe

    Very popular restaurant with farm-to-table cuisine, vegetarian options, casual but chic atmosphere. Great desserts and wine list.

    Mon-Thu 7AM-9PM, Fri Sat 7AM-10PM, Sun 7AM-8PM$5-20

  6. Eat

    The Great Plains Sauce and Dough Company

    Pizza is hearty, but popular because of the crust. Has honey as a dipping sauce.

    Mon-Thu 11AM-2PM, 4:30PM-midnight; Fri Sat 11AM-midnight; Sun 11AM-11PM

  7. Eat

    West Street Deli

    A pleasant and rather unassuming deli on a quiet side of campus. Excellent sandwiches.

    Mon-Sat 11AM-8PM

  8. Eat

    Downtown Deli

    Very bare-bones, but a nice local choice for sandwiches.

  9. Eat

    Thai Kitchen

    A small Thai restaurant with friendly atmosphere.

    Tue-Fri 11AM-8:30PM, Sat Sun noon-8:30PM

  10. Eat

    The Spice

    Thai cuisine with a nice ambiance.

    Mon-Sat 11AM-2:30PM, 5-9PM