Full-service restaurant, steeped in the history of Iowa State University, with a warm, friendly, polished casual atmosphere, featuring locally-sourced, Iowa-inspired food and signature cocktails.
Featuring a full bar, Iowa craft beers on tap, a private dining room, and relaxed atmosphere make it perfect for socializing, date night or special occasions. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch!
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Relaxed locale at the Gateway Hotel & Conference Center with American comfort food & cocktails. Based on 290 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.0 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
2100 Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
Phone: (515) 268-2238
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Hours
| Sunday | 6:30 AM–1 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–2 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–11 PM |
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Reviews
Kim Rozendaal
Had the Lane & Hammer Blue Cheese Burgerwith fries on the side. Very generous portions. I ate half the burger and took the other half to finish later. I enjoyed the meal and the staff were warm and friendly. It was a bit cold in there during the day compared to when I visited the bar the previous night, but it was manageable.
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Jim Crabb
First time at the IowaStater. I tried the IowaStater burger, overall it was pretty good. The bacon that comes on it was very tasty. I had the fries upgraded to Cys Fries, they were pretty good, but I felt like the portion size was smaller. They come covered in a white cheddar cheese, the sauce ran all over the plate and covered the top of the bun, making it a mess to eat, maybe get the sauce on the side. The ketchup was “curried”, so it has a little more zing to it. The service was okay, the waitress was friendly. No wifi, I felt like I was going to fall through my chair, as the bottom seat support wasnt there.
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Dakota Crosswhite
$16 for rubbery eggs, stale toast and potatoes that are chewy. Definitely not a good experience. And would not go back
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Marla Sandve
We were there for a presentation, dinner included. No refills or water, some had to wait awhile before they’re food got to them. The quality and serving size was good though.
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Briana Omundson
Attended a Sunday brunch around 1115 or so, (open 630-1pm for brunch) they were busy as they are inside a hotel and there was a wedding the night before so there seemed to be several large groups. They took our name and quoted a 30 minute wait which was accurate. We were seated and immediately told the host that we were just having the buffet, they do offer plated meals as well, and we were told drinks were included and to help ourselves. ($13 each adult, not sure on kid pricing) We quickly noticed they were out of coffee and most juices, out of sticky buns and very low on several of the food options. We started by making our own waffles to try to wait out the buffet offerings. Waffles were standard make-yourself hotel style, with classic topping choices as well as whipped cream and fruit compote. It took a server over 30 minutes to come to the table but he did apologize and checked back a couple of times before we were finished. We ended up being able to snag a sticky bun, as well as waiting long enough to see fresh offerings on the hot buffet which included scrambled eggs w/cheese, breakfast potatoes, biscuits and gravy, bacon and sausage. They also offered cereal, oatmeal, fruit, a few premade baked goods and bread w/toaster. The busiest of stations was the made-to-order omelets, which offered about a dozen different toppings to fill the slightly over done eggs. A hidden gem was the salsa hanging out with the hot sauces to add to the eggs, which was not spicy but full of flavor. Because we never really saw our waiter, we weren’t informed of the Bloody Mary/Mimosa bar, but did see the sign with pricing listed. They did run out of plates, glasses, cups and bowls on the buffet, even though the dining room was never actually completely full. They didn’t seem to notice when things ran out until it was brought to their attention by several patrons. One in our party of two had attended the week before and stated that it hasn’t been this discombobulated when they visited.
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Rae Miller
Had my baby shower lunch here! Good prices for how fancy the food is! Waitress was lovely and accommodating. The cyclone wrap was delicious!!
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Bessie James
We had a wonderful time here. The food was delicious and we had great service.
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Lorena Mishler
I really liked the fluffy waffles and yummy bacon. Not too much to choose from, kinda similar to a hotel buffet, which I think it actually is. Really good service and nice window seats to look out from.
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Driver Doug
Really nice. Very generous. Very professional. Very UpTown.
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James Brew
It has been a while since I have been there, about a year, but I have had breakfasts and dinners there quite bit over the years. Since I was staying at the hotel I would get breakfast buffet coupons and the buffet is great especially on the weekends when there is an omlette bar. My moms last birthday before she past away I ordered a pork loin sandwich (which are epic!), and they know I love, was so big is covered the entire plate, which is huge. I asked where the bun and toppings were and Adam the bartender pointed to look under the loin… It was so big it covered both parts of the buns, the lettuce, tomato slices, and the onion slices. The look of shock on my face had Adam and both line cooks laughing. I cut it in half, folded one half to put on the bun, which hung over the edges of the bun by 3 inches all the way around. I didn’t just eat until I was full, I ate until I was tired. The other half made for a giant late night supper. I look forward to staying at Gateway so I can dine here again
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