Grandma&#x27;s Attic

(5 reviews)

I needed to come in very last minute for an emergency seam glue on my viola. Kory was incredibly…read morekind and professional and had the work done the same day. A true lifesaver - the shop, and everyone working there, are truly wonderful people. They did the repair work perfectly and I am forever grateful to them. Thank you Kory, Michael, and the whole Becker team. I'll definitely be referring colleagues to you when you're in the area! - Brian Hong Violist, Aizuri Quartet Faculty, Bard Conservatory

Top notch cello rental. We've rented my sons cellos here for the last two…read moreyears. They have had every size we've needed and the cellos we're renting are beautiful in tone & appearance.

Professional Music Center

4.4

(26 reviews)

Worst music store for miles. Stop on by and see what I mean. Let the graciousness of the host show…read moreyou how rude they are

This is the best music store in the area. The staff is great and they are competitively priced…read more You cannot go wrong here. I've purchased 5-6 guitars and basses as well as a couple of amplifiers and pedals too. If there are any issues they make it right.

Rob’s Music & More

There is this little tiny gem of a store on the south side…read more This is not necessarily a store for the working musician, this is the store for the parent who wants to buy their child their first instrument. This is a store where you find that first instrument that you love because you know you have the need to make your fingers move. One of the problems with so many inexpensive guitars is that they are cheap. Rob has inexpensive guitars, but he has companies like Harley Benton, which make amazingly good instruments for the price point. If you are looking to start out, or just need a good backup at a decent price, this is the place to start.

American Music Center

Staff were courtesy , Randy (the bass guy) walked with me my issues on a buzz when playing with…read moreamp. Solved the problem. VEry reasonable cost.

My electric guitar needed a little work & took it in. Their in-store guitar tech got everything…read moreworking smoothly, put on new strings and lowered the action. It sounds great! The price was reasonable and I got the guitar back the next day. Very friendly owner. Incredible selection of electric & acoustic guitars and stacks of amps, new and used. Very much recommend. We need merchants like this to succeed on the Southside.

Ye Olde Guitar Shoppe

3.3

(6 reviews)

Amazing experience. Lovely staff and owners that got em a great deal on my first acoustic guitar…read more Go here for any and ALL guitar purchases or lessons!

Fun place, friendly people and lots of guitars, just not the one they told me they had before I…read moredrove down to look at it. The store was pretty cluttered and disorganized, but it was fun to look around at what they did have. I didn't buy anything and found the guitar I was looking for somewhere else in town, so it wasn't a wasted trip. I gave them three stars just because they told me they had the guitar I was looking for and then when I got there they didn't. Otherwise I would have given them another because it was such an eclectic place and the guy working there was friendly. It is worth it to stop in if you're in the neighborhood.

Guitar Center

3.4

(23 reviews)

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My combative relationship with GC continues…read more Have not been in the local GC for quite a few years now. Reason number one. I was about to go on the road for a long weekend, going to play several shows, and I needed strings. I called to see if they had my string set and the guy who answered the phone said no, but I really should change to the string set he uses. No idea of what guitar I play, how I play it, how hard I am on strings. For a guitar player, strings are a really personal thing, and I had no desire to hear someone who had never even spoken to me before tell me what gear I should use. Reason number two I got a phone call on a Friday, it was a marketing company. They were calling on behalf of GC. I said I don't do phone surveys and to please delete my number from their data base. Starting on Monday I had 5-10 spam calls a day for weeks. I had never had a problem with that before. I'm sure it is just a coincidence. I talked to the GC manager about it, and he claimed they only did marketing for GC. I had looked up the number and there were multiple complaints about a number of businesses that they did marketing calls for. Reason number three Yesterday we went in for the first time in quite some time, figured give them a chance. We were looking for a headset mic for my wife. We went back into the sound support room and the guy there seemed annoyed that we were even talking to him. My wife is very nice to people, but he was still abrupt and rude. That is the last time. Avoid corporate stores, there are several local places around town that deserve your business. One star is about three too many.

Scott, in the West Des Moines Guitar Center, is beyond knowledgeable, as you can tell he has a wide…read morerange of musical experience to draw from. I was all over the place. He listened to my needs and goals. He was able to show me various instruments, that I thought I wanted, as well as, suggesting instruments that would work better for me because of my size and experience. I thought I wanted a half size guitar, and a 3/4 actually works better. He also went through the different brands, all with patience and kindness. I also had a used banjo sent to the store from their online store, which was delivered in great shape. Overall, it was as an excellent experience for this novice. Out of 1 to 10 rating, West Des Moines receives a 15.

The Loft Resale

4.9

(7 reviews)

Stopped in while waiting on a vet appointment. Lots of fun and affordable used clothes. Great for…read moreall ages and sizes. I was impressed with the amount of selection and it was well organized.

Great consignment store for clothes and shoes. More hats would be appreciated. The men's…read moredepartment has been improved and it's great

Portobello Road

4.0

(8 reviews)

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MY HAPPY PLACE!! Every business owner should be like Talia. She's so friendly, inviting and excited…read moreabout every customer who comes into the store. It's so obvious that she loves and cares about her work. This store is adorable - always a solid offering of trendy and timeless clothing, quirky/fun gifts, plants, accessories, etc. Sort of like Target x10000 (you go in for one thing and walk out with 30). So much thought has been put into each product and detail of the store itself. I normally have to steer myself away from boutiques because I'm a poor young person and can't afford boutique pricing, but everything here is fair, affordable, and (yes it's true) high quality. I've been shopping here since it first opened and this place has always been quality/lovely! Whenever I'm back in Ames I have to swing in. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and visit :)

Although the owner is very kind, after my best friend made a purchase, I searched for the brand,…read moreand they sell the clothing for less than half of what it is priced at in the store on amazon. I only hope my review can help other college students be smart about their money and realize, as my friend did, that instead of supporting a small business that she thought she was, it still supports unethical fast fashion. I also know how hard my friend works for her money, which is why I was prompted to write this. Even if it is legal, I find it wrong to upscale and mislead college students.

Duck Worth Wearing

4.3

(4 reviews)

This store is great! They do their best to keep it clean and organized as well as keep the prices…read morereasonable. There's quite a variety of items to choose from and you can even bring in your own for consignment. The only downside to that, in my opinion, is how picky they are with what they will and will not accept. That's ok though, the rest gets donated, so no harm done :) All of the staff members are very welcoming and helpful too. Worth the stop to shop :)

A nice little store with a good selection of lightly used children and baby items. The prices were…read morereasonable; certainly much cheaper than purchasing things brand new, but not dirt cheap.

Ames West Side Storage

(9 reviews)

I was in a bind in November and had to move my things to a new location very quickly. I was…read morefortunate to find Westside Storage online. Working with Steve, the owner, was a delight. He was exceptionally helpful in making the move to his facility. He takes pride in making his business a success by treating his clients well and maintaining a clean facility inside and out. The gated access is a plus! I am telling my friends and colleagues about this exceptionally positive experience with Westside Storage and Steve.

Steve was always helpful and very nice. Unit was in good shape. I kept my car there for a semester…read more One block from a bus stop and would certainly recommend.

Cleanly

(9 reviews)

Excellent work. Couldn't be more pleased. Highly recommend. Excellent communication. Arrived on…read moretime and met scheduled objectives. Very friendly and kind.

We were seeking bids for janitorial services for my condo building. Yelp offered the ability to…read moreseek quotes from multiple vendors. The owner of Cleanly, Mike, responded quickly to my inquiry and was able to stop by the following day to tour the property. He arrived early for our appointment to review our cleaning needs and provided an estimate by the next day. I really appreciated Mike's prompt response to all my communications with him. Cleanly ended up winning a contract with our building. They were able to provide services within the next few days which we appreciated since our building really needed a cleaning. The owner and his cleaning staff are friendly and professional. They work hard to get the job done and do a good job. I've been extremely pleased with their services from start to finish.

Iowa State University Child Care Center

Excellent daycare. My daughter Maahay has just started this bright horizon daycare. she was upset…read moreyesterday but today she waved me goodbye. I was quite nervous but Jess (maybe the manager here) kept telling me to comeback and check on my baby whenever I feel like. They are pretty transparent and open for that reason. thank you everyone

From the owner: Welcome to Iowa State Vet Med Child Care. I know that choosing a child care and early education…read morecenter for your family is one of the most important decisions you will make. At Vet Med, your child will be cared for in a safe, warm, and nurturing environment; a place of wonder that encourages learning and growth through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. Our center was designed with families in mind. We seek to form a partnership with you to foster the learning and healthy development of your child. We are also an active community that promotes friendships and creates a supportive network. Schedule a tour with us at the bottom of the page to learn about the next steps you can take to join the Iowa State Vet Med family.

CleanScape Solutions

I had a big and tall tee trimmed. They also cut a tree at my brother's yard last week. They did an…read moreexcellent job. Fast service and a good price. Thank you, Jonathan and his crew. I highly recommend.

These guys were EXCELLENT! I am a single parent on a teacher budget and after 5 quotes, these guys…read morewere by far the cheapest. Came out 48 hours after calling them. They came on time, worked hard on removing lots of branches over my roof and shed. Will be calling them again! Jonathan was GREAT to work with!

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Frank Rieman Music

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