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    The SpaceBar

    4.1 (20 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, Bars, Mexican
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Shrimp po boy
    Sharay D.

    Have been in Ames for a week and this place is in one of the conference buildings. While the menu is somewhat limited you can customize your order and the plus side is they give big portions. They have daily specials also. There are a lot of tables and outdoor seating. After you place your order and pay your order is put on the screen and you can see how long it takes and where your order is in regards to in progress or ready.

    The Porkbelly Burger with Old Bay fries
    Clarence B.

    I liked this place. I had the daily special which was a sandwich, advertised as a burger with fries seasoned with Old Bay. I liked fries, they had the right amount of Old Bay seasoning. The entree was the daily special for Thursday which was advertised as a pork belly burger, that I feel was a missed opportunity. The burger had no patty but instead, two or three pieces of seasoned pork belly with a sweet barbecue sauce. Not bad, just not as advertised. I was looking forward to enjoying the pork belly with the burger, not instead of a burger.

    Lauren R.

    Ahh the space bar. Hours are: 11am-7pm, M-F *yelp is wrong even through I've submitted the correction numerous times Here's the low down on the food: Sandwiches, burgers, daily specials (gyros, fish tacos, poutine, etc), and pub food favorites such a as fries, mozzarella sticks, chicken wings, chicken fingers Truffle fries and the Philly cheesesteak are my go-tos Drinks: Full bar, about 8 taps that rotate-- and yes they have beer flights, coffee espresso type beverages (mocha, cappuccino, latte) Fun Facts: *No liquor is served till 4pm, but beer at lunch is ok *Thur/Fri is all day happy hour pricing on adult beverages (pitcher of craft beers go down to $8/12) *Last call is 6:30pm for food, 6:45pm for drinks *separate lines/paying for food vs adult beverages/coffee *extra sides of sauce (to dip fries in) are requested/added at the register *uber can come on base to space bar *nasa wifi reaches to the space bar walls, so a working lunch is possible :)

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    Hot dogs (grilled not boiled), grilled cheese and fabulous crispy French fries with truffle oil are what we ordered.

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    Olivia Bros - Chicken Baku Sandwich

    Olivia Bros

    4.8(38 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    I was a bit confused when I walked up expecting a food truck and only saw chairs outside, looks…read morelike they're going to lease the restaurant building that was previously there and one of the owners said that they will have 3 separate restaurants there, Olivia Bros, a pizza place, and a burger place--how exciting! I had a really nice chat with one of the owners there and they all seem like really lovely people--kind hearted with little kids around so hopefully they stay around for some time! They were still redoing the front of house so not sure when they will open fully but looking forward to trying more Azerbaijan food. Since I've never had Azerbaijan food before, I asked for a recommendation and he said all of the food is good but did say that the chicken shawarma was big and I was feeling a bit hungry so went with that. It came with fries and some peppers, which reminded me of banana peppers. Not spicy with a briney taste to it, great accompaniment. He also tossed in this yogurt drink (I didn't get the name) that was tasty. Overall, good food and will be back to try their lamb kebabs and the burger as well and interested to see what their pizzas will be like as well. Love seeing small family businesses like this and hope they do well!

    Amazing Chicken Shawarma wrap! Loaded with chicken and that was the last part. It's heavy on sauce…read moretoo and that does make it delicious, but watch the calories/fat if you are particular. This is their most recommended dish and for good reason. Side of fries were nice and crispy too: I also tried the grilled chicken plate and that was pretty good as well. Again, good portion! On my first visit, they offered a drink for free and I tasted the Ayran (yogurt based drink). Friendly people. Next time, I'll try the Baku Chicken sandwich. Btw, it's in a small parking lot next to a restaurant, and you should have parking spots at the back. There always seems to be a decent crowd occupying the tables near the food truck.

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    St. John's Bar & Grill - Onion Rings

    St. John's Bar & Grill

    4.0(2.6k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    My wife, oldest son and I enjoyed another delish lunch at St. John's yesterday. We got lucky and…read morefound a parking space close-by, which can sometimes be a challenge, since it's really popular. You can dine inside or outside on the patio. We chose to eat inside. The restaurant was cool, thanks to their A/C. I was happy when we got in line to order and there were only a few guests in front of us. The line moved quickly and we placed our order, grabbed our soft drink cups, grabbed our buzzer and found a table. The buzzer went-off and we grabbed our food. My wife and I enjoyed a Bacon Swiss Burger, our son ordered a Double Cheeseburger and we ordered a basket of Garlic Fries. They delivered an order of Loaded Fries to us by mistake. We told the server we didn't order it, but he said it was their mistake, so it was on the house. Our burgers were good-sized, flavorful and filling. The Garlic Fries were awesome, especially if you like garlic. We only ate about half of the Loaded Fries, since it was just so much food. Help yourself to refills of soda, if you like. The staff is always courteous and friendly. They also bus the tables regularly, which is appreciated. This is one of my fave places to enjoy a burger!

    I've been coming to St. John's for years. I lived nearby from 1998 to 2010 and used to eat there…read morealmost every week for their specials. I live in San Jose now, so I don't make it over as often, but I've always considered it one of my favorite places for a great burger. In fact, I was just telling a coworker this week how good their burgers were, which is what convinced me to stop in for lunch today. Unfortunately, this visit was a huge disappointment. I ordered a burger, my wife had the chicken tenders, and we shared an order of cheese fries. The burger arrived completely undercooked. The pictures don't even do it justice--it wasn't just rare, it was raw. After a few bites I realized the meat wasn't even warm in the center. Since they use pre-formed patties, I'd think cooking them consistently would be one of the easier things to get right. By the time I realized how raw it was, I'd already eaten a few bites, and the meal was ruined. We ended up spending about $50 on a lunch that was essentially inedible. It was also 1:00 p.m. on a Saturday, and the restaurant was surprisingly empty. Maybe that's a sign that things have changed, but it's sad to see. As a longtime customer, this wasn't the experience I expected from a place I used to recommend without hesitation.

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    Eureka!

    Eureka!

    3.8(1.6k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Casual dining

    I came in with my best friend on Saturday night before seeing Hillary Duff at Shoreline. We were…read moreserved by Delphina who was attentive, proactive, and extremely friendly; she was the highlight of our visit! Ambiance was fun and the food was yummy!

    My friends and I were looking for a good place to eat after our 2 hour walk. Eureka was the winner!…read more The ambiance of the restaurant is dark and with a lot of yellow/orange lighting. It's pretty nice for a night out with friends/family or a date night. I had never been to this restaurant so I was expecting typical basic American food. BOY was I wrong. Eureka! Is anything but typical. I was amazed by the selection of food and drinks they had. I ended up going with the Wagyu Bone Marrow Burger with the Truffle Cheese Fries and Crispy Glazed Brussels Sprouts. I am definitely a texture person, so I thought that the burger would be too soft for my liking but I decided to try it anyway. Wow. Let me tell you, that burger was the juiciest burger I have EVER had in my life. I tried my best to finish it all but it was honestly too much and I had to sadly leave some behind. The fries were nothing too crazy to rave about. Yes they tasted like truffle but I wish they would of been tossed in truffle oil and had the cheese sauce on it. It needed more truffle for my liking. The Brussels sprouts. Let me tell you, they were the only thing to fully be devoured from my order at the end of my meal. They were perfectly balanced in every way: charred/crispy, salty, savory. Wow. Just wow. I would go back just for those alone. I did order a whiskey sour which was super deliciously creamy. My server was super sweet and gave great ideas for how to customize my burger a bit the next time I come back. Overall my first experience with Eureka! Was definitely a memorable one so I will definitely be back.

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    The Fly-By - Roger Bar and Restaurant Figs and Feathers Flatbread

    The Fly-By

    4.2(30 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Okay but... a hotel coffee shop with good matcha? That's the plot twist I didn't know I needed…read more We stopped here on my way out of Santa Clara heading to San Francisco -- it's conveniently close to a bunch of other spots, and since it's tucked inside a hotel, parking was ridiculously easy. (Underrated luxury.) Now, the hotel itself? Visually... a moment. It looked like someone invested serious money into it, but the design felt a little space-meets-startup-meets-what's-happening-here. Some elements felt elevated, others felt a bit makeshift. I genuinely couldn't tell what the theme was -- futuristic? celestial? boutique-on-a-budget? I'm still processing. The front desk team was clearly well-trained and knowledgeable -- they had every answer, every stat, every rate breakdown ready. But the warmth? Missing. I was hoping for a little storytelling since I'd never heard of the hotel before, and instead got a very matter-of-fact "we've been here five years" energy. Efficient, yes. Inviting, not quite. But let's talk about why you're really here: the coffee shop. Completely different vibe. Two people working, both genuinely happy, welcoming, and quick. We ordered a latte and a matcha to go -- total was about $22, which made me blink for a second -- but then I tasted the matcha. Oh. This wasn't the overly sweet, dusty-green situation you sometimes get. It tasted clean. Real. High-quality. The kind of matcha that feels intentional. I love Firehouse in Marin, but this? This was closer to serious coffee roaster-level quality. Smooth, organic-tasting, beautifully balanced. You could tell they care about what they're serving. Branding was strong, the space was cute, and I could absolutely see myself sitting there with my laptop pretending I'm writing something important. We grabbed ours to go, but it had that easy, airy, "stay awhile" energy. Would I book the hotel? Jury's still out. They don't have an in-house spa and mentioned bringing in third-party services for certain amenities, which made it feel a little less full-service than I expected. Would I go back for the coffee shop? Without hesitation. Delicious drinks, easy parking, quick service, and a vibe that actually makes you want to come back. Sometimes the side character steals the show -- and in this case, it's 100% the matcha.

    This is my second time eating here at The Flyby, and I did the smart thing - I did not bring my…read morework with me! Because, once again, I was distracted by the quality of the food, and there would be no way for me to do anything else, but to eat! Today, I was in the mood for something more than a salad (much as I wanted to preset what I had the first time coming here, I made a concerted effort to order something else...), thus I chose the Forager Flatbread. It took less time to make this time (roughly about five minutes after ordering), and when it came out, I marveled at how it looked like a work of art! Just beautiful! Each piece of herbed formage blanc flatbread had a nice, crunchy bottom (but not blackened) and a slightly tanginess, with a a good amount of "hen-of-the-wood" mushrooms, sweet roasted garlic and a bed of arugula. My, oh, my! My first bite was a multi-level extravaganza! The crunch of the bread, followed by the aroma of the herbs and arugula, then the saltiness of the cheese, the sweetness of the roasted garlic, the earthiness of the mushrooms - all came together as just a wonderful work of culinary art! This being my first time eating today, my saliva glands just fired off at first bite, causing a bit of intense pain from too much saliva shooting out. But, seriously, this was a very delicious entree, that I enjoyed from start to finish! Bravo for this second joyous experience!

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    Roger Bar and Restaurant Olive Margarita Flatbred

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    Macho Burger - 08. Black Truffle Cheeseburger

    Macho Burger

    3.9(186 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    I've heard of this burger spot online and had to try it! When we arrived on a Saturday evening, the…read morerestaurant was empty and quiet. After a while, more guests started eating but overall there is a lot of space, so I wouldn't worry about not finding a table. After ordering, we waited for our food for 15 minutes. We ordered 2 Macho Crispy Chicken Sandwiches and Curly Fries. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, but the portion was small. The sandwiches were on the pricey side, compared to sandwiches you can find at chains. We ate the curly fries to complement our sandwiches. The fries were crispy and comparable to those at Jack in the Box. To conclude, I would probably come here again because I like the texture and taste of crispy chicken sandwiches. I would recommend this spot to foodies looking for an Asian-flavored burger spot.

    Lots of parking and very spacious dining room. Great for big parties…read more Love the simple and easy ordering system, the food came out very fresh and the staffs were very nice. The fried chicken sandwich itself was pretty great, you have to love breading because the breading is very very heavy, but the meat itself was just as juicy. Very very fair pricing for such a huge burger and in a very nice location as well. The tender beef wrap was not so great at all, the beef was far from tender and more chewy than anything. The sauce and the wrapper itself did not really go together. It felt like two cultures trying to mix and nothing really worked out here.

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    Clean inside is good

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    01. Macho Crispy Chicken Sandwich

    Macho Burger - 01. Macho Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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    The Stand

    The Stand

    4.2(413 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    This place has it all, it might be my new favorite lunch spot. I had the ABC burger and it was…read moregreat! Perfectly cooked medium, and there's so many add-ons you can add for free! Sauces, lettuce, jalapeños, etc... I opted for spicy honey mustard and extra lettuce for my burger. The burger is pretty big, that alone is a good size for lunch. I didn't even need the onion rings on the side. The onion rings were cooked well. Service was friendly and polite. They have a full service bar inside, a variety of beers, and they offer cocktails for as low as $12. I would come again!

    Cool spot to kick back, grab a beer, and have a burger. They actually got a mixture of options…read moreranging from delicious but not so healthy to healthier entrees such as burgers, sandwiches, salads, and bowls. French onion soup burger ($13.5)- Really tasty burger. I loved that they asked how well you want it cooked... That's a sign of a good patty. The French onion dip was pretty unique and gave it a ton of extra flavor tho it makes the patty a little bit. Next time I'll try a burger where I can fully taste the quality of the patty. Piri piri chicken bow ($15)l- Chicken was ok. Got a nice lil grill but could be more tender. I think it's breast tho so prob healthier. The rest of the bowl included purple rice, some greens, tomatoes, pickled veggies. All in all it was a solid bowl. The orange sauce on top looked promising not it was a lil bland. The cool part is that they have a pretty large list of free condiments. I tried the sweet chili aoili, charred jalapeno aioli, and the Meyer lemon aioli. Both were great as extra sauces in the chicken bowl. Overall, pretty solid spot and they got a decent selection of beers with their inhouse beers only goin for 7 bux! Will def be back for another burger

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    Nokori - Wagyu Burger and thick cut French Fries.  It may very well be the best tasting upscale burger I've had in the South Bay!

    Nokori

    4.1(37 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Want whisky? This is your spot! Whisky flights available with four different tiers ranging from $25…read moreto $225. Lots of whisky based drink options as well as several beers on draft and select wines. Lots of specialty drinks too to tickle your fancy as yours truly isn't a big whisky drinker. Give me vodka or gin please. Anyway, ambiance is cool with several lounge tables to communal tables and bar seating. Bar bites from chicken karaage to agadashi tofu to burger! Can also order from the full menu of Adrestia, official restaurant of hotel. Service is friendly and efficient. Prices for drinks range from $14-20- going rate nowadays. Cheers to 2026! Let's go and make it epic and elite, friends!

    Nice and spacious with lots of different types of seating: tables and chairs, couches and coffee…read moretables, stools at the bar, high chairs at a shared long counter-like table. It had an upscale vibe, but it was in the lobby of a hotel! The menu was interesting -- Japanese whiskey cocktails mainly -- and some food items. If you ask, you can get a little dish of nuts as a complimentary snack with your cocktails. The cocktails were delicious, like the "East Meets West", with most cocktails ranging from $16-20. They have a separate menu for wine and champagne that they brought us awhile later. I think you may need to ask for that if they don't give that to you right away. The drinks were delicious and made pretty quickly, but if you expect table service at this lounge, you may be waiting a long time. We found that the best way to get drinks here is to go to the bar to order, and they can bring the drinks over (or you can wait for them, of course). For the price, I'd expect better service but you may need to go further than Sunnyvale. Overall I think Nokori is a decent bar lounge, and I love the niche is on Japanese whiskey.

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    Seating area

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