The Filling Station is a newly renovated convenience store in Ames, offering a unique and exceptional dining experience. The store boasts a full-service bakery, smoked meats, and made-from-scratch food and sides, catering to a wide range of tastes. Customers can enjoy a selection of craft beer, wine, and liquor, as well as fill up their gas tanks. The Filling Station is praised for its exceptional breakfast offerings, with reviewers highlighting the good, simple, and affordable options. One reviewer even claims it's the best breakfast for the money in the area. Beyond breakfast, the store is renowned for its delectable pork tenderloin sandwich, which is described as the best ever tasted. The staff is praised for their incredible helpfulness and friendliness, and it's evident that the Filling Station has a high standard for its employees. In a market dominated by large corporations, the Filling Station has carved out a niche for itself in the community, offering a one-of-a-kind experience that no other local gas stations can match. Reviewers agree that this place is here to stay, and highly recommend it to anyone in need of a good meal and locally-brewed coffee while fueling up.
Excellent food and baked goods, tasty coffee (both drip coffee and lattes). Good and friendly service. Simple venue in a convenience store. Tip: ask for the sauce on the side for wraps so you can spread it yourself.
May 2026
We went in for lunch, I had the pulled pork sandwich, it was delicious definitely love the sauce. I'm gonna be a return for sure!
April 2026
The service is great. The food is great. Car wash is not so great, just okay. Good price though.
