The Grove Cafe

124 Main St, Ames
(515) 232-9784

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Koala Bear

The food was nothing special and the service was not that friendly. I had the french toast special which was a bit soggy and the bacon was overcooked. An older man who was not my waiter asked to collect my plate when I still had food on it and it seemed like he wanted me to leave.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 2

Minespidur

This place is super down to earth with friendly staff and, most importantly, very good food! It definitely exemplifies a small town diner vibe. I came in here for breakfast one morning and was not disappointed at all. Biggest thing to keep in mind is they only accept cash or check for payment. Luckily there is an ATM outside the diner to the right.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anthony Stevens

This is that kind of diner where the waitress calls you honey and sweetie and the and the regulars have been eating there for the last six presidential terms. This is America in a diner!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sydney Kennedy

I visited this Cafe a month ago and loved the atmosphere! Made me feel like I was at my home county’s ma and pa restaurants. I only ordered coffee and a drink. So that is why I don’t leave a review for the food. However I got to have a small talk conversation with a local and they had pancakes that smelled devine and they were huge! As I was just in the area needing to kill time while my husband was at a training.

The staff were so nice, they knew the locals and usuals as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Jason Yurek

Great food and service. Made out of towners feel welcomed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shania Autry

I’m from Oklahoma, I’m passing through and decided to stop by and try this place and it wasn’t very good. Sodas taste nasty. The food had an odd taste to it… I definitely don’t recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 4

Henry Núñez

Great experience

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Ryan W Mills

Homemade tenderloin was amazing!! Best breading absolutely!!! And fresh shredded hash browns!!!? Who does this!?

Sue Donarski

Small town diner kinda place. Good food. Service was friendly but a little disorganized (not a big deal). Had to go down in the scary basement to find a restroom so not good for folks e mobility issues. But given the food was good and people friendly, I would return.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 3

Lyle Brandt

Not open

Service: 1

Branden Sletteland

Not a lot of everything on my everything omelet, sub par hash browns, at least the toast was edible.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 3

Sassy Williams

So it was our first time and we got sat right away, got water with little bit of ice. The restaurant is from the 50s and never been changed. Not sure if they have ever cleaned the vents or walls. Food was decent, but no gloves worn and cross contamination would be a thing. No refills were given unless you flagged someone down. Also more than one customer had to ask for silverware, including us, after the food came.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 1

James Horsley

Small diner-type restaurant in downtown area. They have an open kitchen so you can see your order being made. I arrived at 10:30 in the morning on Saturday and ordered the special with tea. Service was quick and friendly. The special was the country platter, which was ground beef, hash browns, and eggs along with toast. It was very good and filling but could have had a bit more seasoning. I put on a lot of ketchup and hot sauce. Tea was just Lipton, but it was also good; they give you a pitcher of hot water for refills. Affordably priced at around $15 for the meal and drink. I recommend going here for breakfast or brunch if you are in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Brian Ptack

Exactly the type of place I was hoping to find. Very friendly atmosphere. Service and food are excellent. I will be back in the future.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Super Dave

Very good place to eat. Had the sausage cheese omelet. A must-stop place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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