14 Best American Restaurants in Ames

Aunt Maude's American • $$
547 Main St, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Maude's Slow Roasted Prime Rib
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Tequila Chicken Fettuccine
Maude's Peanut Butter Pie
Cajun Prime Rib Sandwich
Blackened Chicken
French Onion Soup
Seafood Jambalaya
Mashed Potatoes
Teriyaki Salmon

“Always excellent service, food, and drinks. Great atmosphere. Aunt Maudes is our favorite restaurant in Ames.“

4.6 Superb316 Reviews
Provisions Lot F American • $$
2400 N Loop Dr, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Salmon on Black Brioche
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
Fried Chicken and Waffles
Beets & Burrata Salad
Chocolate Cheesecake
Provisions Burger
Crispy Potatoes
Capicola Pizza
Eggs Benedict
Veggie Burger

“Food was excellent! Waitress needed to be more attentive. We ordered appetizers and she brought 4 plates—there were 5 of us. Asked twice for another plate. Two in our group ordered burgers. Asked for ketchup when food came. She brought it after the burgers were eaten. Guess she wasn’t focused on serving!“

4.5 Superb378 Reviews
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery American • $
325 S Duff Ave, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Southern Fried Chicken Biscuit Breakfast
Scrambled Egg Hash Browns & Toast
Buttermilk Pancake Short Stack
BBQ Tangler Burger and Fries
Big Country Sunrise Skillet
Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
Granny's Country Omelet
The Everything Omelet
BBQ Chicken Sandwich
The Classic Benedict

“Good food and atmosphere even at 3 am“

4.5 Superb379 Reviews
Flame and Skewer American • $
2801 Grand Ave #1125, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Lettuce and Thousand Island Dressing
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried Mushrooms
Steak Sandwich
Chicken Strips
Salmon Fillet
Gyros Dinner
Gyro Sandwich
MO's on Rice
Chicken Kiev

“Best food in Ames! Has been our goto spot for over 20 years.“

4.7 Superb148 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
525 Gilchrist St, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Culvers Dble Cheddar Burger 4 12 19 Bottom Patty Was Burnt to a Crisp
North Atlantic Cod with Onion Rings
Cod Sandwich with Cheese Curds
Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Bacon Butterburger with Fries
Culver’S Signature Sauce
Concrete Mixer and Fries
Butterburger with Cheese
Butter Burger and Fries
Wisconsin Cheese Curds

“My fave go to Burger 🍔 place!“

4.2 Good284 Reviews
Boulder Tap House - Ames American • $
114 S Duff Ave, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Stout and IPA Sampler by Managers Recommendation
Brown Sugar & Smoked Cheddar Burger
House Made Boulder Cheese Curds
Mango Habenaro Boneless Wings
House Made Boneless Wings
Traditional Bone-In Wings
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Build Your Own Burger
Garlic Parmesan Wings
Tap House Tator Tots

“Checks all the boxes. Best place in town.“

4.2 Good308 Reviews
Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill Irish • $$
320 S 16th St, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Shepherd's Pie and Irish Soda Bread
Black & Tan Onion Rings
Flaherty's Fish & Chips
Corned Beef & Cabbage
Guinness Beef Boxty
Snickers Cheesecake
Dublin Bay Burger
Bangers and Mash
O'Brien's Stew
Reuben Sandwich

“5 stars! Warm and cozy and makes you feel like at home. I will return for more great food and fun 🍻.“

4.5 Superb348 Reviews
Cafe Milo - South American • $
3600 University Blvd #104, Ames

“They have so many yummy drinks and the staff are so friendly I love this place!“

5 Superb5 Reviews
The Bistro at 60 Forward American • $
205 S Walnut Ave, Ames

“A hidden GEM. The people who work here are very friendly. The coffee is amazing and my meal was excellent. Prepared well, hot, and fresh. I say it is a hidden gem because being located in the 60 Forward Facility, not many know it is open to the public of all ages. I went with my friends Gary and Leon and we loved it. Try the chicken salad, it was some of the best I have ever had.“

4.8 Superb5 Reviews
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Fast Food • $
2420 Lincoln Way #102, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Freddy's Original Double with Cheese
Freddy's Original Patty Melt Combo
Freddy's Original Double Combo
Dirt and Worms Concrete Mixer
Jalapeño Pepper Jack Double
Freddy's Famous Fry Sauce
Double California Burger
Oreo Ice Cream Sandwich
Bacon & Cheese Double
Single Steakburger

“Fantastic cook thanking his staff. Exceptional service by all! Ames, Iowa.“

4.5 Superb241 Reviews
Red Lobster Seafood • $$
1100 Buckeye Ave, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Shrimp and Salmon with Broccoli and Mashed Potatoes
Endless Chowder Salad & Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Langostino Lobster-Artichoke-&-Seafood Dip
Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp
Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Walt's Favorite Shrimp Platter
Lobster and Langostino Pizza
Garlic Shrimp Scampi Add-On
Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms
Crispy Brussels Sprouts

“Great supper, server was super nice.“

4.4 Superb369 Reviews
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Clyde's

Clyde's American • $
207 Beyer Ct, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Croissant

“Excellent place to eat. It's not just for the students anyone can come enjoy the food and atmosphere. We have Starbucks drinks and milk shakes. The fry seasoning is especially good. We make the burger sauce in house with fresh ingredients. The grilled cheese sandwiches are great! We offer falafel vegan burger option. Great restaurant!“

3.9 Good68 Reviews
Hickory Park Barbecue • $
1404 S Duff Ave, Ames

Customers` Favorites

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Hot Turkey Sandwich Mashed Potatoes and Gravy and Corn
Hickory Park's Famous Saucy Southerner
Hand Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Old Fashioned Hot Beef Sandwich
Saucy Southerner Sandwich
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Hickory Park Special
Breaded Cheese Balls
Garbage Burger

“Gluten free menu!!! My daughter has Celiac’s disease & it was SO great to be able to sit down in a restaurant & have a safe meal for her to eat. Our hometown doesn’t offer this kind of menu so we were so impressed to find this gem of a restaurant. Great service & great prices. Thank you so much for giving us a night of “normalcy” of dining out. It’s much more challenging than most people realize.“

4.2 Good588 Reviews
Jethro's BBQ Barbecue • $
1301 Buckeye Ave, Ames

Customers` Favorites

Bubba's Boneless Wings
Fried Cheese Squares
Jalapeno Cream Corn
Mashed Potatoes
Brisket Platter
Pulled Chicken
Mac and Cheese
Fried Pickles
Potato Salad
Waffle Fries

“Family platter 1/2 rack of ribs, 2 other meat choices, 4 sides (which are about a cup serving size) Texas toast or cornbread. $35.00!!!
Everything was delicious, I usually take a photo but I forgot this time. It was just 2 of us so we have some leftovers for hubbies lunch. Definitely recommend this place😃!“

4.1 Good286 Reviews

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