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    • 9.5
      Café$$$$
      2616 Northridge Pkwy, Ames
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      • Michelle F.

        Michelle F. • June 21, 2010They always have something great on the menu. I have had the Creme Brule for breakfast

    • 8.9
      BBQ$$$$View Menu
      1404 S Duff Ave (at SE 16th St.), Ames
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      • Levi F.

        Levi F. • February 13, 2011Barbecue Dinner is an amazing value at $7.95! A LOT of meat :)

    • 8.8
      Café$$$$
      2400 N Loop Dr, Ames
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      • Carlos A.

        Carlos A. • June 26, 2019Super friendly staff, good location, tasteful food, nice atmosphere.

    • 8.8
      Café$$$$View Menu
      110 Airport Rd (at S Duff Ave), Ames
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      • Diny P.

        Diny P. • May 21, 2014Their Lean Green is surprisingly good while it's healthy!

    • 8.8
      Trail
      5205 Grand Ave., Ames
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      • Tracey T.

        Tracey T. • May 22, 2015It's a great park to walk around, and also a nice place to fish!

    • 8.8
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      129 Main St (at Douglas Ave), Ames
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      • Estepha F.

        Estepha F. • December 28, 2015Awesome atmosphere and really good pizza. Might be best in Ames. Grab a slice or two for lunch

    • 8.8
      Fishing Store
      4723 Lincoln Way, Ames
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      • Sydney G.

        Sydney G. • May 27, 2012Their kayaks & canoes are 30.00 to rent & u get them for 2 days basically! Worth it!

    • 8.6
      Bar$$$$View Menu
      320 S 16th St, Ames
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      • Joel O.

        Joel O. • October 17, 2012The Bailey's pie is a must!!!

    • 8.6
      Fast Food$$$$View Menu
      230 S Duff Ave, Ames
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      • Estepha F.

        Estepha F. • August 5, 2018Excellent customer service and super clean!

    • 8.6
      Grocery Store$$$$
      413 Northwestern Ave #105 (at 5th St), Ames
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      • J W.

        J W. • June 4, 2015Organic, local, and bulk food with a well curated beer and wine selection.

    • 8.6
      Performing Arts
      1700 Lincoln Way (Iowa State University), Ames
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      • Peggy A.

        Peggy A. • December 21, 2011Comfortable seating

    • 8.6
      Bar$$$$View Menu
      207 Welch Ave, Ames
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      • Nate L.

        Nate L. • December 26, 2019Another adventure in Ames with the wife brings us back to Welch Ave Station. The service, cold drinks and atmosphere never disappoint.

    • 8.6
      Thai$$$$View Menu
      2410 Chamberlain St (Stanton ave), Ames
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      • BJ F.

        BJ F. • May 4, 2012Vegetarian (veggie) Pad Thai with Green Tea ice cream - perfect!

    • 8.6
      Mexican$$$$
      2727 Stange Rd (at Aspen Rd), Ames
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      • Erica L.

        Erica L. • June 30, 2015Arroz con pollo is my favorite here!

    • 8.5
      Deli$$$$View Menu
      2810 West St, Ames
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      • Travis B.

        Travis B. • January 5, 2011The cajun tuna melt is the best. I'd add a photo, but I already ate it. That apple oatmeal cookie was pretty darn good, too.

    • 8.5
      Hotel
      1325 Dickinson Ave, Ames
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      • Seven Oaks Farm

        Seven Oaks Farm • May 25, 2014Extra clean, friendly staff, great location.

    • 8.5
      Wine Bar$$$$View Menu
      323 Main St, Ames
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      • Mark D.

        Mark D. • March 31, 2012The Pinot grigio maso canali is fantastic!

    • 8.4
      Garden
      1407 University Blvd (Iowa State University), Ames
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      • Chelsea H.

        Chelsea H. • July 27, 2013The butterfly garden is amazing!

    • 8.4
      Stadium
      1800 S 4th St (at University Blvd), Ames
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      • Gary E.

        Gary E. • September 15, 2015Can't beat this stadium! The excitement is unbelievable and the energy! The new south end zone looks great!

    • 8.4
      Bar$$$$View Menu
      2504 Lincoln Way (Welch Ave.), Ames
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      • Angelos L.

        Angelos L. • September 13, 2019The Brazilian burger is really good. Indeed one of the best in Ames. Love the atmosphere of the place. A very unique spot indeed.

    • 8.4
      College Bookstore
      2229 Lincoln Way (btwn Linn & Ash Ave), Ames
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      • Chris S.

        Chris S. • December 16, 2011They sell .3mm pencils. Rad.

    • 8.4
      Sandwich Spot$$$$
      2310 Lincoln Way, Ames
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      • Jonathan M.

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

    • 8.4
      Asian$$$$View Menu
      400 S Duff Ave, Ames
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      • BJ F.

        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!

    • 8.4
      Toys & Games
      2532 Lincoln Way, Ames
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      • Mary B.

        Mary B. • September 15, 2013Friendly great customer service. Recommend.

    • 8.3
      Liquor Store
      626 Lincoln Way, Ames
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      • Max F.

        Max F. • May 27, 2011Best selection in Ames. Try some of their imported beer!

    • 8.3
      Disc Golf
      Gateway Hills Dr, Ames
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      • Osama G.

        Osama G. • September 9, 2012Awesome landscapes and good place for playing Disc Golf

    • 8.3
      Rock Club
      2229 Lincoln Way (at Lynn Ave), Ames
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      • Digital Tour Bus

        Digital Tour Bus • May 15, 2011Before going to a show at The Maintenance Shop be sure to take a walk around the beautiful Iowa State University campus! It is one of the most beautiful campuses in the country! You won't regret it.

    • 8.2
      Coffee Shop$$$$View Menu
      229 Main St, Ames
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      • Innova

        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!

    • 8.2
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      2320 Lincoln Way,, Ames
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      • Chin D.

        Chin D. • October 4, 2017Make your own pizza with multiple topping selections. They serve every pizza with thin crust!

    • 8.2
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      207 Welch Ave, Ste 201, Ames
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      • Mike S.

        Mike S. • October 8, 2021Best pepperoni & ham sub sandwich EVER!