Whiskey River Ames

Whiskey River Ames Whiskey River is an iconic bar and restaurant with soul bringing Ames the coldest beer, best atmosphere, and unforgettable memories. A bar like no other.

We bring Ames a bar with soul. A bar that is classic. A bar that will be home to everyone. Bikers to Lawyers. Students to Nurses. Tattoo Artists to Hair Stylists. A bar that pours their drinks thick and cheap. A bar that brings things to the table that no other place has. A bar that provides an atmosphere that produces memories. A bar where the beer is ice cold and the food is homemade. A bar that is made popular by the people that go there.

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09/14/2026

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Get ready to groove with Mango Soul at Wh***ey River Ames during Music Walk this Thursday! This refreshing R&B/Funk fusion ensemble brings the kind of soulful sound that makes it impossible to stand still.
Think Vulfpeck, Bill Withers and Stevie Wonder, you won't want to miss this!

With over 30 places to check out every kind of music, you'll want to check out our full list here: https://downtownames.org/upcoming-events/music-walk-2026/

Mondays are better with a grinder 😋 Stop in from 11–2 and grab our lunch special for just $10! 🥪🔥
09/14/2026

Mondays are better with a grinder 😋 Stop in from 11–2 and grab our lunch special for just $10! 🥪🔥

🍻 SUNDAY FUNDAY! 🏈Birthday girl Rory is behind the bar with Cassidy! 🎂🍺Come watch the Cowboys vs. Giants with us tonight...
09/13/2026

🍻 SUNDAY FUNDAY! 🏈

Birthday girl Rory is behind the bar with Cassidy! 🎂🍺

Come watch the Cowboys vs. Giants with us tonight! 🤠🏈

This Thursday, stop by Wh***ey River to hear Mango Soul during Main Street's downtown music walk, featuring our very own...
09/13/2026

This Thursday, stop by Wh***ey River to hear Mango Soul during Main Street's downtown music walk, featuring our very own, Ava!

Stop in this weekend and check out our new ISU b**rs! Featuring Barntown and Budlite Iowa State cans. ❤️🌪️💛
09/11/2026

Stop in this weekend and check out our new ISU b**rs! Featuring Barntown and Budlite Iowa State cans. ❤️🌪️💛

Come cheer on the Cyclones with us tomorrow night! ❤️💛🌪️
09/11/2026

Come cheer on the Cyclones with us tomorrow night! ❤️💛🌪️

GAME DAY, GAME DAY, GAME DAY! (tomorrow) Come cheer on the cyclones with us and enjoy a cold Bud Light tallboy!
09/11/2026

GAME DAY, GAME DAY, GAME DAY! (tomorrow) Come cheer on the cyclones with us and enjoy a cold Bud Light tallboy!

Crack open a Surfside and let the good times roll 🌊☀️ Which flavor are you grabbing?
09/10/2026

Crack open a Surfside and let the good times roll 🌊☀️ Which flavor are you grabbing?

Wh***ey River said what needed to be said. 😮‍💨🌪️IOWA CITY BARS ARE ALL ZEROS.BEAT IOWA. ❤️💛CYCLONE COUNTRY, BABY. 🌪️
09/10/2026

Wh***ey River said what needed to be said. 😮‍💨🌪️

IOWA CITY BARS ARE ALL ZEROS.
BEAT IOWA. ❤️💛

CYCLONE COUNTRY, BABY. 🌪️

Lunch is calling 🤤 Get our breaded tenderloin for just $10 from 11–2 PM! 🔥
09/09/2026

Lunch is calling 🤤 Get our breaded tenderloin for just $10 from 11–2 PM! 🔥

Address

134 Main Street
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 2am
Tuesday 11am - 2am
Wednesday 11am - 2am
Thursday 11am - 2am
Friday 11am - 2am
Saturday 11am - 2am
Sunday 10am - 2am

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