Grove Cafe - Ames

Make sure to order the French toast if you visit this restaurant. It is without a doubt the best French toast I have ever tasted. I would suggest only coming with a small group as the place is on the smaller side.

We absolutely loved this restaurant. It is a cozy cafe located in a small town, surrounded by a college campus. Be sure to arrive earlier than planned as there may be a wait for a table, but it is worth it. Take your time and enjoy the experience. The breakfast we had here was by far the best in town, and we have tried many others. The pancakes are a must-try, especially if you can sit at a spot where you can watch them being made. I ordered the famous pancake with scrambled eggs and ham, all cooked perfectly. I was only able to finish about a third of the large, flavorful pancake with homemade syrup. My husband got the ham and cheese omelet with homemade hash browns and toast, and his meal was also delicious. The portion sizes are perfect for a normal appetite, except for the oversized pancakes. The building may be old, but the service was excellent, friendly, and fast.

The best pancakes in the world can be found at this restaurant. Make sure to visit on weekends when they offer special toppings. The French toast is also delicious, especially when paired with their amazing syrup.

This little old school diner has amazing breakfast! Make sure you get there early, because there will be a wait and make sure you have cash on you, no cards accepted!

This is a true American diner! Places like this are hard to find. Do yourself a favor and get one of their enormous pancakes. I'm not sure where they get their syrup from, but it's good stuff.