Welch Ave Station
207 Welch Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
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Address :
207 Welch Ave
Ames, IA, 50014 - Phone (515) 292-2334
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 2:00pm
- Mon : 4:00 pm - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Accepts Credit Cards : No
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Has TV : Yes
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Terin C.
All right, Ames. Here we go... This review marks a couple of firsts for me. It's my first time reviewing an establishment in Iowa, and it's my first time reviewing a bar. Up until about four months ago I'd only been in a bar once and I very rarely drank. Well, alcohol. I was drinking plenty of water, I guess. In any case, I managed to make it here twice when in town, and I can barely remember one of those visits so... it must have been a good time. What I can remember are two impressions the place made on me: It reminded me of a bar you'd see on TV where all the college students hang out between or after classes, and also they made what was most certainly the best mixed drink I've ever tasted. As for that first impression, I'm pretty sure it is more or less the case. As for the second? I can't quite recall the name of the drink, but I believe it had the words "traveling" and "berry" in it. I was drunk by the time it was ordered for me, so I could actually be completely mistaken. I do know that I was able to hear people when they were talking to me and there were plenty of places to sit. I'm told that this is a big deal. Anyhow, from what I understand, the prices are not bad and the beer they brew is usually pretty good. My boyfriend didn't particularly like the batch on his first night back in town, but I will say this about his loyalty... He drank the whole thing with a smile on his face. He said it was his "town's beer" and he liked it even when he didn't. Cheers and 4 stars!
(4)Scott D.
Great Atmosphere with the pool area and large seating area as well. Love the layout of the bar and the staff is awesome! One of my favorite bars in Amea
(5)Donald Y.
Welch Ave Station isn't like it's counterparts to the north on Welch. It's got a much more laid back feeling and really is more akin to a sports bar than a campus bar. They have quite a few TVs scattered around the place and is a good place to catch a game. NFL Sundays tend to be a good time as most of the college kids there are sitting back sipping bloody mary's to make the pain of the night before go away. Also, you can order Pizza Pit food here and they will bring it down to you. Great place to catch a game, drink some beers, and cram down some inferno wings. They also have some pool tables in back.
(3)Darin T.
Enjoyed my couple hours here. Stopped in to watch the Cubs game and was pleased to see a $4.75 pitcher of Blue Moon Honey Wheat. At that price, I didn't feel bad ordering the second one. The bartenders were attentive and were great to chat with while sitting at the bar. If I'm ever in Ames again, I'd go back.
(4)Matt E.
As an Iowa State alum, I have been in most of the bars in Campustown. As I've grown older I refuse to go to any taverns in this area except for W.A.S. Good service, and low drama. It's the best place to go to watch a game and have a few beers with very relaxed unpretentious crowd. You can get Pizza Pit delivery and never have to get up to get a fresh brew. Only draw back is that it smells; kinda a cross between an ash tray and Grandma's basement.
(4)Andrew L.
You can't find a better deal than Wednesday night pint night. The crowd is usually older more mature students which is a nice change of pace from most bars. The only downfall is it is a cash only bar. But besides that my favorite bar in Ames.
(5)Moisés R.
Fun bar for a hangout...
(5)Patrick T.
This is a landmark bar in campus town Ames, because it knows how to stay alive! The way it does it, is simple! Great beer prices, killer staff, and it pleases the sports fans, the hippie types, and the townie types! It casual and it's not a meat market! Its hard to find a seat on game day, but any other time you can usually snag a booth or play some darts if you wish! The music is mostly classic rocking and it's pretty loud but everyone digs loud rock n roll when your sharing a pitcher of brew! They have great bear specials and you can order pizza from the pizza pit upstairs and they will deliver it down to you! SOLD SOLD AND SOLD!
(4)Kayla B.
It's a neat little bar, and out of all of the bars going in and out of the Ames Welch area, this is one that's stuck around. It's downstairs from a pizza place, so I've known friends that get pizza ordered while they're at their table. This bar, every time I've been to it, is LOUD. As I've been told by friends, this is one of those types of bars where you come to hang out with friends - not really one where you expect to pick up other people. It's definitely a very loud and crowded bar, and it's obvious that 98% of the people are already here with a group of friends. They have pool tables on the inside and tons of seating. Staff is regularly cleaning up dirty dishes, but it can be hard to find a place to sit (again, it's busy). There's a foosball table as well as televisions. The music isn't so loud that you can't hear one another talking, but you definitely can't hear anyone talking at the table next to you. I've been told that their Daiquiris are pretty much to DIE for, so if you go, that's what I'd recommend. I really love the fact that it has "survived" when so many other Welch bars come and go. It's kinda a testament to how much people really love this place. If the social bar scene is your thing, it's pretty much the embodiment of a place to go hang out with friends.
(5)Andrew K.
Is it just me, or is the staff here unbelievably nice? Cheap prices, tasty late night pizza. Was in town for a wedding in May and had a fantastic experience here. For a college bar especially, this seemed like a great establishment.
(5)Brennan H.
Welch Avenue Station always has a really solid choice of seasonal beers, a good set of daily specials, and bartenders prepared to deal with any weird drink request. This place is a chill location for any low-key rendezvous.
(5)Erik S.
If you're a 22-year-old girl who thinks "fun" is drinking until you throw up or Daddy loves you (ya know, whichever comes first), this probably isn't your spot. If you're a well-adjusted adult who likes alcohol and being able to carry on a conversation with your bar mates, then W.A.S. is the best place in Campustown to sit down, have a drink, and watch an ISU basketball game. Since I'm not a fan of girls with low self-esteem and the potential date-rapists that pursue them, most of the other bars in the area are outside my fun zone. W.A.S. Is consistently good. Good service, good drinks (try a yum-yum bomb or a pissed off Japanese minnow farmer), and food from Pizza Pit upstairs. Bring cash, they don't mess with plastic.
(5)Jeshua J.
Friendly bartender, good crowd and decent selection of alcohol. Options to play pool or darts, great small town hang out spot especially for good conversation.
(4)Kaitlin S.
This is my all time favorite bar. I've never had a bad drink or bad service here. Also you will not find quality, good tasting drinks for the price they are at Welch Ave Station anywhere else in campustown!
(5)Haley R.
I've only been in Welch Ave. Station three times, and for some reason I didn't like it the first two times. I have no idea why. It's cozy, comfy, more grown up than the other Campustown bars. The beer list is surprisingly good and they're also now carrying Stone Brewing Co. beers, which were only recently released in Iowa. I can definitely see myself going here for NFL games on Sundays. Perhaps the best thing about Welch Ave. Station is the Tales from the Crypt pinball machine. Good beer + good vibe + Pizza Pit = how can you go wrong?
(4)Dev B.
A little grungy on the inside, but good enough for college students who want to grab a cheap beer and watch the game. You can even order a pizza upstairs and have it sent down while you enjoy aforementioned beer. Smells like stale cigarettes.
(3)David C.
Excellent College Town bar- Visiting Ames to Tour Iowa State & looking for a place to watch a game & relax with a beer & have some dinner. Round of drinks is CHEAP- but bring cash. We just had beer- but they have a full bar. They have 3 Pool Tables- a couple Dart Boards & a Foosball Table. . As for Food- there is a Pizza Parlor upstairs & you can order in the bar & food is delivered right to your table. Their system works great & the Pizza was delicious (menu has more than just pizza- but we didn't try anything else). Bartenders & waitress were friendly & the cold beer / food was delivered quickly. Crowd was mostly Iowa State Students- with a few others (old guys....) & everybody seemed to be having a good time. Will definitely return next time in Ames.
(5)Travis H.
Welch Avenue Station is basically a really big 1970s man cave full of sports, pool tables and fun bar-styled electronic games like Buck Hunter, Pinball and Darts. I spent many nights at Welch with friends and the service is incredible. I went back a month ago for the first time since moving away and the bartender still remembered my favorite drink. Add in Pizza Pit pizza and it is a great way to chill with friends in a relaxed sports bar-style setting. Welch Ave Station has developed a fairly large group of regular customers, which is a testament to the good service and fun times had at this Ames staple.
(5)Stacy S.
If you dare step foot in campus town and are older than 23, this bar is the only place to go. The prices are decent on Thursday night and the crowds don't get crazy. Everyone leaves you alone and you can actually hang out with your group. Oh the creature comforts of a bar with a lot of tables and chairs. Enough said.
(2)AJ K.
Great bar to get away from the ames standard. Most bars are all about expensive drinks, loud obnoxious music. I love that they play south park and have a DJ instead of jukebox playing the classics. Very laid back atmosphere. Have about 6 well-kept pool tables and old main pints ($1) on wednesdays. Me gusta
(4)Katie B.
Ok so sorry but this bar sucks! But I guess it depends on your age. Actually no, no it doesn't, at any age it sucks. I say this because, the people tend to be really boring, there is absolutely not even a "beep" of music playing in the background from a radio or something, and the crowd is - sorry to say it - but quite ugly. So I guess if you want to go to the Walmart version of a bar, and the Tip Top is too far for you (ok sorry, I guess Welch Ave St. is at least cleaner than the Tip Top) then go to Welch Ave St. I guess it's a good place if you wanna be driven to take a nap while having a beer. Having a more adult crowd does not have to equal boring, just look at Whiskey river. That place has an older crowd, but does so in a way that makes it a lot more fun. Also, charging for popcorn? Really? They should probably take a hint from Mickey's here. Oh well. Oh yea one more thing, its 2012! How about you invest in a credit card machine, and accept credit cards!
(1)Anthony D.
Great little bar, nice place to start the night and get some food from upstairs! They don't play the music insanely loud so conversation isn't shouted between people. Favorite place for pint night (Wednesday)
(4)James W.
Only place in campus downtown that can be OK for non-undergraduate students.
(4)Travis B.
Welch Ave. Station is a cool place. It has a more 'grown up' vibe than most of the places up and down Welch. Good beer selection, comfortable atmosphere, I need to spend more time here.
(4)Gabriel S.
Stopped by the Welch Ave Station on a whim while in Ames on a business trip. Not a bad decision! A lot of street parking in the area, too, which is nice. From the outside, the bar almost resembles a cross between a frat house and a ski lodge, not exactly appealing, but the inside is all dive bar. I was attended to promptly by a couple of very kind bartenders. It's been about a week since I went there, but the $1.25 pints and great beer and drinks selection still floor me. The clientele are mostly twentysomethings and older men, but everyone seems to keep to themselves and are very kind. A couple of TVs show sports or whatever else is on, and a few pool tables are free until about 7 or 8, I think. Definitely will be coming back if I'm ever in Ames again.
(4)Sarah G.
Welch Ave was by far my favorite Campustown bar. As others have said it's not overrun by rowdy's, and enjoys a bit more of a 'mature' crowd. They used to have south park nights from what I remember. And, in addition to the minnow farmer, the best part is that you can order food from Pizza Pit upstairs! Many good times sipping minnow farmers while playing pinball and pool here...
(4)Justin H.
On a recent visit from a 4 year absence from the campus of Iowa State University, I find Welch Ave Station the only bar on Welch Ave. in a similar state from when I left. It has always been the older crowd bar. I really appreciate this now because I really don't feel like yelling at my company over "The Gaga". Wait is that a waitress? You mean I get service! One complaint: cash only. Really a 3.5, but thats not posible.
(3)Travis M.
About the only bar I frequented after I finally got to age 21 while in college. Great little bar. Good mix of young and old. Bunch of pool tables, foosball, arcade games. Good number of TV's, great place to watch an ISU game, though it could get packed. Yes, order some food from Pizza Pit upstairs, it's pretty good. I'm always shocked at how cheap the beer is when I go back. Love $5 for a pitcher. Best bar in Ames. A classic.
(5)Megan J.
Try the signature drink - "Pi**ed off Japanese Minnow Farmer", pretty tasty and has a lot of alcohol...other than that, it's not that special, but a good place to hit up on your way down Welch Ave.
(3)Jaclyn P.
Great Strawberry Daiquiris and Long Island Iced Teas! This was a great place to go in college and is a great place to go for drinks with old college friends. It's a bit smoky but they have good drink specials (or at least they did when I lived in Ames). If you get hungry you can order Pizza Pit and they will bring it down for you. Good place to watch a game.
(5)Sara F.
Best bar in Campustown. Great Long Islands and Wednesday night South Park nights are awesome. Since the no smoking ban has gone into effect the smell has gotten out a lot quicker than expected. Best place to go and watch a game and have a few. Also great for a chill night out when you're not looking to be hit on by all the creepers out.
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