McDonald's

3.0
2167 reviews

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McDonald’s USA, LLC, serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. Ninety-five percent of McDonald’s approximately 13,500 U.S. restaurants are owned and operated by independent business owners. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, and follow us on social: X, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.

Details

  • Drive-throughAvailable

Location

McDonald's
129 South Duff, Ames, IA
50010, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.1
2,132 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
414
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1 star
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Speed

Customers consistently reported extremely long wait times, often exceeding 20 minutes for orders.

Order Accuracy

Many reviews highlighted issues with incorrect orders, missing items, and modifications not being honored.

Cleanliness

The restaurant was frequently described as dirty, with complaints about overflowing trash and unpleasant odors.

Staff Attitude

Several customers noted unprofessional behavior from staff, including rudeness and lack of communication.

Food Quality

Feedback indicated that food was often served cold or poorly prepared, with specific complaints about soggy fries and stale items.
  • ME
    Mary Edwards
    1 day ago
    1.0
    They discriminate and make their own rules for each person. I ordered for an online friend, and they decided to take the food back from them and throw it away. I called in and was ready to send them screenshots of the receipts, but they told me I'd have to be there in person to pick it up. How wasteful and hate-filled do you have to be to do that?!
  • KK
    Kyle Kaufer
    1 day ago
    1.0
    Food is always wrong and tastes like it’s sitting in the warmer for hours. Constant substitutions Never see the same person twice 20 minute wait in an empty drive threw When I asked for warm fries because I waited over 30 minutes for the rest of my order the manger demanded I bring in the cold fries in.
  • HL
    Henry Loch
    2 days ago
    5.0
    Judith is the best employee at any restaurant I've ever been to. She is so hardworking and always so eager to help people. It truly brightens my day every time I am blessed to see her here. She definitely makes this McDonald's top notch and a special place. Thanks Judith!
  • NJ
    Nicki Jobe
    Nov 15, 2025
    2.0
    Not the best McDonald's I've been to. Took me over 20 minutes to get my food (big mac meal and that's it) and the store was a bit dirty. Also my frappe tasted... Off
  • CG
    chloe goodwin
    Nov 2, 2025
    1.0
    This is the worst McDonalds I’ve ever been to. Routinely out of things, and it almost always takes 20+ minutes to get through the drive through. Rather than alternating order stations in the drive through they will take orders from 10 or more cars before taking from the other line and they get defensive and rude when you ask why, but I have literally never been to another drive through that can’t figure this out. Very poor service. It’s worth the 10 minute drive to the other McDonalds in town.

Frequently Asked Questions About McDonald's

What are the regular operating hours for McDonald's at 129 South Duff, Ames, IA?

The McDonald's on 129 South Duff in Ames, IA is open Monday to Tuesday from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Wednesday to Saturday 24 hours, and Sunday from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM.

When can I use the drive-thru at this McDonald's location?

The drive-thru is open Monday and Tuesday from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Wednesday to Saturday 24 hours, and Sunday from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM.