Fantastic place! Love it and never miss it when I head home…read more Best tailgating!! At the corner of duff & Lincoln we'll be drinkin' my favorite t shirt!

The Tip Top lounge is an Ames classic establishment for those brave fans who start their drinking…read moreday early and take it serious. This is a Cyclone bar and many ISU fans have gotten their game face on at the Tip Top. Go Cyclones!!

So I wrote a bad review a few months ago. My boyfriend goes often there, he told me tonight since…read moreI wrote a true review..I am not allowed there anymore. I do not want any part of that bar. It's like the high school mean club but between ages 50 to 60. Just improve your service if it's not up to par. It's not high school. It's a business someone is trying to run. Good luck! If you are white and 50ish, it's the place to go.

Great place to relax and have a drink. We stopped in while shopping to have a beer, plenty of tv's…read moreto watch all the sports. The bartender was very friendly even to us nonlocals.

Gorgeous jazz bar with exceptional drinks. I'm a huge Old Fashioned fan. I tried both the smoked…read morebutter pecan and the cinnamon one. Delicious. Service was excellent from a new bartender on his second night. Ice cubes were a fun touch. This is a great date night location.

My husband and I love speakeasies, whenever we visit cities we get excited about trying one out, so…read morewe've been to quite a few. This one was disappointing. LOWS: Food: Mozzarella sticks were pale and bland. The red sauce tasted like canned tomato paste. The charcuterie board was a let down too. The prosciutto was overly slimy and smelled spoiled. The bread wasn't a fresh sourdough like advertised, it was a Texas toast. HIGHS: Cocktails: The drinks we had were great! They have over 100 different bourbon and a variety of cocktails. Mixed Feelings: Music: The band Nola was fantastic. They matched the vibe we were expecting. But no one told us about the $5 (per person) cover charge. It wasn't on the menu, the website or the reservation nor was it mentioned to us verbally. Ambiance: The decor and dark chairs were great. However I've never been to a speakeasy with wide open windows that let so much light in.

The owner (Ben I think) is a scammer. They advertise $21 for 21 mugs everywhere. Went for a…read morefriend's birthday and was going to buy their mugs for the night. Get to the counter and Ben tells me it's $25. It's a $4 difference I know, but don't try to make a quick buck on unsuspecting college kids. Also incredibly dirty and grungy. They let in a ton of minors. Bouncers are overly aggressive. I'm honestly surprised they don't have any assault charges yet, or maybe they do, which is completely understandable.

The bouncers are definitely bad... good if you are underage I guess (haha) . But I came in with a…read morereal ID card at 22 almost 23 years of age. I'm also married and have a wedding ring and husband with me. They said my ID was a fake without even scanning. My husband had to convince them to let me in. We walk in and we are like the oldest people there. But don't get me wrong, we are 22 and 23 (not that old) and the legal drinking age is 21 so idk how we could be that old compared to everyone else. The ambiance is fun and lively, but def too loud to hold a conversation. Good if you are drunk and cannot hold one. In my opinion it does kinda seem like they lowkey want to gatekeep the bar and not have married couples there or something. Could've been a genuine misunderstanding but the situation was not handled well on the bouncer's end for sure. We have a good story to tell but would not go back though!

My husband & I love this local speak easy vibes type cocktail bar! We went for my birthday in…read moreJanuary & it was such a nice time. Ambiance is exactly what you'd expect; intimate, petite bar, calming lighting & the cutest little tables whether high tops or lounge type. They make a delicious dirty martini & even hand stuff the bleu cheese olives. They always have a menu of other craft cocktails available. Service is always prompt and I've never had a cocktail I didn't enjoy here. For an added bonus; check out Cyclone Liquors selection. Very impressive!

YES so much fun to drink here. They also have a beer menu if cocktails aren't your thing. Great…read moreservice. Speakeasy.

Good vibes. Burger was good, a little charred on outside which made me frown. Food came fast…read more Cheese curds were elite

Our first visit was a good one, as this sports bar proved to have good food, great customer…read moreservice, and a solid menu for our entire party while seated on their upstairs outdoor rooftop. It's an Iowa State shrine with autographed items and photos from Cyclone legends. Our server, Julian, provided terrific customer service, combining a pleasant attitude with knowledge of his restaurant. I enjoyed my Blackened Chicken sandwich with Cajun mayo, a Wallaby's designated favorite and highly recommended by Julian. My Way Better half loved her Beet and Goat Cheese salad.

Interesting work-a-raunt that seems to have been here forever. Think 1970s Formica tables with…read more1960s bar room chairs. Nothing fancy, and definitely not comfortable for a long stay, but the food is good, portions large, and the prices are reasonable. The most interesting feature is a 12-foot grill where patrons can grill their own. Menu claims "Iowa prime" beef. It's certainly not USDA Prime, but it's flavorful. We opted for the kitchen to cook ours. Steaks were cooked perfectly, sides were plain and boring, but delicious.

Service and food was good. Older tavern like place, small town style, which I personally like…read more Will return.

Needing curb appeal then drive up to the Hilton Garden of Ames. The landscape is aesthetically…read moreappealing. There are SIX Diamond Spaces with front door access in a secure environment. The rooms are large with the remodeled furnishings being well maintained. The morning buffet is standard, but still somewhat tasty. The staff is friendly and very professional in representing the Hilton Brand.

Great stay so far! The property is very clean, well-kept, and exactly what you hope for in a…read moreHilton. The front desk staff was super nice and welcoming -- they made check-in smooth and even upgraded my room (love when Diamond status comes through ). It's always such a good feeling when staff recognize loyalty and go the extra mile. Also a big plus: absolutely no issues traveling with my service animal. Everyone was kind, respectful, and accommodating -- which makes a world of difference. Overall, a comfortable, friendly, and easy stay. Would definitely come back next time I'm in Ames!

One of the best restaurants in Ames. Good sushi and some of the best fried rice I've ever had. A…read morebit pricey but worth it.

Food was excellent as well as the service I will be going back. upscale environment, but not…read morepretentious, comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.