The IowaStater Restaurant

The IowaStater Restaurant www.theiowastaterrestaurant.com Full Service restaurant, steeped in the history of Iowa State University, where comfort and fine dining meet!
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The IowaStater Restaurant is a much-loved gathering spot for Iowa State University visitors, students, alumni, and residents of Ames and the surrounding communities. A full bar featuring Iowa spirits and beers, private dining room, and relaxed atmosphere make it perfect for socializing or special occasions. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Call to make a reservation today or see our website for additional information!

If the Sous Chef picks it, you know it's worth trying. 🍔👀Meet Hannah, our Sous Chef and the latest member of our Employe...
09/01/2026

If the Sous Chef picks it, you know it's worth trying. 🍔👀

Meet Hannah, our Sous Chef and the latest member of our Employee Favorites series. Her pick? The Mac & Cheese Burger.

A ½ pound burger topped with beer cheese mac, caramelized onions, herb aioli, and American cheese.

Next time you're at The IowaStater, give Hannah's favorite a try!

A cold drink and a plate of Pickle Chips sounds like a pretty good Friday to us. 🍻🥒Our house-breaded dill pickle chips c...
08/28/2026

A cold drink and a plate of Pickle Chips sounds like a pretty good Friday to us. 🍻🥒

Our house-breaded dill pickle chips come with sriracha agave ranch for dipping.

Join us at The IowaStater this weekend!
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

Mac and cheese on a burger? Brilliant! 🍔👌🆕Our *new* Beer Mac & Cheese Burger combines a ½ pound burger with beer cheese ...
08/25/2026

Mac and cheese on a burger? Brilliant! 🍔👌🆕

Our *new* Beer Mac & Cheese Burger combines a ½ pound burger with beer cheese mac, caramelized onions, herb aioli, and American cheese.

Ready to dig in? Come try it at The IowaStater.
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

Start with something a little unexpected. 🍓😋Our *new* Strawberry Bruschetta combines creamy goat cheese, honey, balsamic...
08/21/2026

Start with something a little unexpected. 🍓😋

Our *new* Strawberry Bruschetta combines creamy goat cheese, honey, balsamic reduction, and strawberries on milk bread. A sweet and savory appetizer that's made for sharing.

Join us this weekend and find out what else is new at the IowaStater!
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

🥂 Cheers to 25% off! 🍻Join us Monday–Thursday from 4–6 PM and enjoy 25% off signature cocktails, beer, and wine at The I...
08/19/2026

🥂 Cheers to 25% off! 🍻

Join us Monday–Thursday from 4–6 PM and enjoy 25% off signature cocktails, beer, and wine at The IowaStater.

📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

You've made it to the weekend. Treat yourself accordingly!🥩🥂Our Bistro Filet features a 7 oz. Teres major with duchess p...
08/14/2026

You've made it to the weekend. Treat yourself accordingly!🥩🥂

Our Bistro Filet features a 7 oz. Teres major with duchess potatoes, asparagus, and red wine demi-glace.

Join us for dinner tonight at The IowasStater.
📍2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

Looking for a reason to go out Wednesday night? We've got one! 🍷Enjoy half-priced bottles of wine every Wednesday at The...
08/12/2026

Looking for a reason to go out Wednesday night? We've got one! 🍷

Enjoy half-priced bottles of wine every Wednesday at The IowaStater.

Not sure what to order? Try one of these pairings:

🥩 Bistro Filet + Franciscan California Cabernet Sauvignon
🐟 Pan Seared Salmon + Kate Arnold Oregon Sauvignon Blanc
🍖 Porterhouse Pork Chop + Kate Arnold Oregon Pinot Noir

Join us Wednesday and find your perfect pairing.
📍2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

We're honored to be named a finalist in the Best of Story County Community’s Choice Awards by The Ames Tribune! 🎉You can...
08/07/2026

We're honored to be named a finalist in the Best of Story County Community’s Choice Awards by The Ames Tribune! 🎉

You can vote for The IowaStater in two categories:

🏆 Best All-Around Restaurant
🍔 Best Burger

If you've enjoyed a meal with us, we'd be grateful for your vote. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world to our team!

🗳️Voting is open now.

Meet Megan, our Front of House Supervisor! 👋When we asked Megan to pick her favorite dish from The IowaStater menu, she ...
08/05/2026

Meet Megan, our Front of House Supervisor! 👋

When we asked Megan to pick her favorite dish from The IowaStater menu, she chose the Pan Seared Salmon. 🐟

Pan-seared salmon served with creamy risotto, broccolini, and a bright lemon dill whip. It's easy to see why this one is a staff favorite!

Have you tried Megan's pick? Try it this week at The IowaStater.
📍2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

A fresh menu is coming to The IowaStater. 🍽️Starting this Saturday, 8/1, we're introducing several new dishes, including...
07/31/2026

A fresh menu is coming to The IowaStater. 🍽️

Starting this Saturday, 8/1, we're introducing several new dishes, including:

🥒 Pickle Chips
🥚 Deviled Egg Ranch Dip
🍓 Strawberry Bruschetta
🍔 Beer Cheese Mac & Cheese Burger
🐖 Pork Tenderloin Strips with Black Garlic Ketchup
🥪 Apple Butter Turkey Sandwich
🥓 Bacon Wrapped Pork Steak

And for a limited time, we're serving up Corn Chowder as our soup special. Once it's gone, it's gone!

Come hungry and be one of the first to try what's new at The IowaStater.

Address

2100 Green Hills Drive
Ames, IA
50014

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 8pm
Thursday 6:30am - 8pm
Friday 6:30am - 10pm
Saturday 6:30am - 10pm
Sunday 6:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+15152682238

Website

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