Suggestions for Family-friendly places near Ames

Amanda M. • January 23, 2011Best burgers in town! Great family restaurant!

Jessie C. • September 15, 2015Never been disappointed here. Good beer, good food, cozy and friendly. Faves are corned beef and cabbage or crabcake club. Best onion rings ever!

Juice Magazine • April 5, 2012For many with an Ames connection, a trip to Great Plains Sauce & Dough Company is a pilgrimage. The cheese is thick enough for the gods and the crust so dense it's worth the wait.

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

Shoma C. • May 15, 2012Their los camarones a la diablo is so delicious! As well as their margaritas, so good. Everything is well spiced. :)

Emily W. • January 8, 2012The Benedict is the best on any of their brunch menus

Tony • October 16, 2015Chicken biscuit is a great way to start the day for breakfast.

Chin D. • August 12, 2016Do try out their smoothie. That's a 3$ happiness.

BJ F. • February 12, 2016Got a gluten allergy (need something gluten free), this staff will take care of you. Gluten free Penne Rosa (ask for the rice noodles, they are the best) and Gluten Free Tuscan Fresca (rice noodles)!

Megan D. • January 17, 2013Orange scones are amaaaaazingly delicious!

Emilee R. • November 4, 2010The potato soup and Wisconsin cheddar are my faves on a chilly Fall day. Great, friendly staff, too!

Artic W. • February 9, 2014This is an awesome place with a friendly atmosphere! I intend to go back often. And their hot chocolate is amazing!

Mike M. • August 22, 2011My wife and I just moved to Ames from Texas and were very happy to know that there is great Tex-Mex this far north! The chips and salsa were memorable, but the whole meal was great.

Cassandra K. • November 6, 2011Try the honey BBQ chicken salad, soo good! With pico, BBQ ranch dressing, and plenty of chicken you'll forget you're eating a salad!

Estepha F. • July 30, 2016Great thick ice creams!! Prices aren't terrible either!

Jessie C. • August 3, 2017Their daily soups and desserts are fantastic. Love the sandwiches too - particularly Olive You Are Nuts and Jive Turkey.

Addisen P. • October 10, 2015The rolls and cinnamon butter are da bomb!!! 😍

Michele I. • April 13, 2012Awesome fresh, delicious burgers! Gotta get the fries and chocolate shake for dipping!

Maddie M. • November 19, 2013Get the corn tortilla tacos with pastor meat, cilantro onions, and pico.

Alan • April 11, 2011I'm a big bread pudding person...and there's is really good

Brian M. • October 7, 2018The sweet potato roll! Delicious and cheap

Christi J. • February 12, 2012Having worked at Cold Stone for 3 years it's nice to have something healthier and JUST as good. Good variety and a fun little toppings buffet. Check out their rewards card too!

Marcus N. • August 7, 2012So we roll up, party of 3: 16" pizza, 16" cheesy bread and 5 nice beers. 25 bucks. What? Best deal. Also, the food is amazing. Go here.

Chin D. • August 12, 2016Eat all you can chicken with 2 sides for $10, mesh potato is just another great option for sides.

Matt D. • February 26, 2012The BEST taco pizza!

JB A. • September 8, 2014Pretzel burgers have been great every time. Gets busy at times but well worth it.

Estepha F. • December 28, 2015Often gets real crowded. Not always a good place to work. Order ahead in the app!

Caroline A. • March 22, 2012The peach and berry smoothie is so good! I reccomend it over strawberry banana