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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

The IowaStater Restaurant

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www.theiowastaterrestaurant.com Full Service restaurant, steeped in the history of Iowa State University, where comfort and fine dining meet!

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!

10/14/2026

Something a little lighter, with plenty to love. 🥗

Our new Avocado & Beet Salad brings together arugula, pea tendrils, avocado spread, and lemon vinaigrette for a fresh, flavorful lunch.

🥗 Half $6 | Full $12
🍗 Add chicken +$6 | 🥩 Add steak +$10

Find it on the new lunch menu at The IowaStater!
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

10/08/2026

Two comfort foods. One ridiculously good burger. 🍔🧀

Our *new* B**r Mac & Cheese Burger is stacked with b**r cheese mac, caramelized onions, herb aioli, and American cheese on a half-pound burger.

Come try it this week at The IowaStater!
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

10/05/2026

🌪️ Victory!

Congratulations to Iowa State Football on the 45-42 win over West Virginia!

And for everyone who joined us at The IowaStater for our Bloody Mary Bar, you still have time to enter our "Show Us Your Bloody" giveaway for a chance to win a $20 gift card! 📸

Share a photo of your Bloody Mary from The IowaStater on our “Show Us Your Bloody” giveaway post. ENTER HERE: bit.ly/BloodyMaryGiveaway

⏰ Entries close Tuesday, October 6 at noon
🏆 Winner announced Tuesday at 1 p.m.

10/02/2026

Your Homecoming weekend breakfast plans are right here. 🍳

We’ll be serving a special Breakfast Buffet at The IowaStater on October 3 & 4, with a Bloody Mary Bar available as an add-on.

🍅 1 for $15 | 2 for $25

📸 Planning to grab a Bloody Mary? Be sure to check out our “Show Us Your Bloody” contest post for your chance to win a gift card!

Come start your Homecoming weekend with us, then head out and cheer on the Cyclones! 🌪️

10/01/2026

🏈 Homecoming weekend calls for a proper breakfast.

Join us at The IowaStater on Saturday, October 3rd, and Sunday, October 4th, for our Homecoming Weekend Breakfast Buffet, with a Bloody Mary Bar add-on for those who want to kick off the weekend with a little extra.

🍳 Breakfast Buffet: Adults $16 | Ages 6-12 $8 | 6:30AM - 11AM.
🍅 Bloody Mary Bar: 1 for $15 or 2 for $25

📸 GIVEAWAY: SHOW US YOUR BLOODY!

How to Enter:
1️⃣ Post a photo of your Bloody Mary from The IowaStater for a chance to win a $20 gift card.
2️⃣ Like this post.

You have until Tuesday, October 6th, at noon to enter. The winner will be announced that same day at 1 p.m.

Come hungry, grab a Bloody, and make The IowaStater part of your Homecoming weekend plans!

⚠️ One random winner will be chosen and contacted via private message. Please do not accept friend requests or click any links from fake pages pretending to be The IowaStater. We will only contact the winner from this page and will never ask for payment information.

Must be 18+ to enter. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Facebook.

09/29/2026

🥩🍷 A good dinner deserves a good glass of w**e.

The Bistro Filet + Franciscan California Cabernet Sauvignon is one pairing we recommend, but there are plenty of ways to make W**e Wednesday your own.

Join us every Wednesday for half-priced bottles of w**e with dinner at The IowaStater. 📍2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, Iowa 50014

09/25/2026

Your turkey sandwich doesn’t have to be boring. 🍎🥪

Our Apple Butter Turkey Sandwich combines sliced turkey, bacon, peppers and onions, American cheese, herb aioli, and a little apple butter for the perfect sweet and savory combo.

Join us for lunch at The IowaStater.
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA 50014

09/21/2026

A 55-7 win deserves a good meal. 🌪️🏈

Congrats to the Cyclones on the big win over Bowling Green!

With The IowaStater just about a mile from Jack Trice Stadium, it’s an easy stop to add to your next game day plans. Grab a meal before kickoff or stick around for dinner after the game.

Come check out our new menu & grab a drink at The IowaStater.
📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA 50014

09/17/2026

Next up in our employee favorites: Noah!

As a line cook at The IowaStater, Noah has plenty of menu options to choose from. His favorite? The Pan Seared Salmon. 🐟🤌

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

09/15/2026

Got your game day plans figured out? Don’t forget to make time for a meal. 🏈

Make The IowaStater part of your game day plans. Grab a meal before kickoff, meet up with friends, or refuel after the game. We’re just a short walk from campus! Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 🌪️

📍 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA 50014

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

http://www.theiowastaterrestaurant.com/

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