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- AAliChicago / Illinois •1 review4.0Dined 2 days agoWent here for my 17th birthday, service is amazing and is a beautiful place. Steak was delicious, sides are a huge serving so i recommend deciding on a table shared side. My party of 3 could’ve easily shared one of any side. appetizer lobster voodoo was extremely different than your usual lobster, large serving. Best strawberry lemonade ever let me tell you! My chocolate cake came with a lit candle and was wished a happy birthday many times throughout the restaurant. Crème brûlée was the best me and my mom have ever had! overall, great place for a special occasion but probably just for an occasion.More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - West Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• West Des Moines•4.6
- CChristianIowa •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat food, wine, and staff! The staff is knowledgeable and food absolutely delicious! I would recommend for any date night, but definitely a place to go when you have a special occasion (and make sure to let them know when you make your reservation).More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Clive, IAPrice: Moderate• American• Clive•4.8
- JJeffSan Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThe staff here never disappoints. Great Service and knowledgeable.More info801 Chophouse – Des MoinesPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Des Moines•4.8
- CCarolIowa •1 review5.0Dined on 26 Dec 2024We were pleased to have our Red Lobster in Ames, Iowa open on Christmas Day as many dining venues were not. We made a reservation and were seated upon our arrival. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and polite. Our waitress told us her family of eight was sitting at the table across from us. Thank you for being our family on Christmas Day!More infoRed Lobster - AmesPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Ames•4.4
- BBBradleyBMinneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews5.0Dined on 25 May 2024Flatbread pizza was awesome! Service outstanding. We were there early so not busy at all. Bet it's a cool place to be when a smokin' little jazz band is playing!More infoNoirPrice: Moderate• Lounge• Ames•4.7
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Iowa State University gives Ames, Iowa a youthful vibe with many restaurants catering to college students with affordable eats. With a wide array of international choices, you can feel as if you've traveled around the world without leaving the city. You can find British bangers and mash, New Orleans-style prime rib sandwiches, Brazilian-inspired yucca fries, contemporary Texas-style burritos and traditional Italian pizzas. Many cafes serve American favorites like root beer floats and hamburgers. Creative twists on New American cuisine provide you with beef and bacon burgers and a fried egg burger with ham, corn and peas. Many restaurants in the community take advantage of the city’s location to offer diners locally grown fresh ingredients, so many menus vary as the seasons change.
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- Calamus Creek Bridge
- Hubbard Prairie
- Iowa State Nursery
- Harrier Marsh
- Site of The First House In Ames Historical Marker
- Barner Wildlife Area Number One
- Barkley Memorial State Park
- Railroad Park
- Mccoy Wildlife Area
- Don Williams Golf Course
- Tom Evans Park
- Ames Mall
- Anderson Park
- Goeppinger Field
- Oak Park
- Boonesfork Wildlife Area
- Memorial Park
- Boones Forks Wildlife Management Area
- Little Wall Lake County Park
- Christopher Gartner Park