Es Tas On Stanton

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  In a town not known for its great beer selection (outside of Cyclone Liquors), Es Tas does pretty well. I like going in and not knowing all the beers.
  
  Divey. Good bar food. I'd give it 3 1/2 stars if I could.

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  Posted on 09.20.12 Travis B.

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  I'm 28, and I felt old at Es Tas - but I feel old nearly everywhere I go in this college town.  And I didn't feel TOO old at Es Tas.  It's a dive bar atmosphere, which I love, although I'd be interested to see what the crowd is like during peak bar hours - I suspect it gets a little more clubby.
  
  We went for dinner, and I was impressed with the tap beer menu.  And the food was awesome - fresh and flavorful.  I'll definitely be going back to Es Tas, an underrated Campustown gem.

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  Posted on 07.12.12 Haley R.

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  Fantastic middleground between a dive bar and a club. This bar has something for everyone. I used to fequent this bar a lot, but now only make it there once or twice/mo. One huge issue I have is that they actually had a cover twice this semester. Anyone who knows this bars history knows that a cover is border-line against the law....I could not believe it. That will impact how often I go there...it just put a sour taste in my mouth. Nonetheless it remains the best bar in ames.

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  Posted on 12.16.10 AJ K.

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  I am an alumnus of Iowa State University.  I love Campustown but I usually stay out of most establishments frequented by students these days when I am visiting Ames. I am very loyal to another Campustown watering-hole that I've reviewed on Yelp before because of it's calm atmosphere, good food and good service.
  
  I however will add Es Tas enthusiastically to the list of candidates that I as someone in their mid-30s feel comfortable patronizing.  This is a college bar, no doubt but they have a very deep  and sophisticated selection of beers. They also have some really, really good food including a unique fried taco.  I'll award a bonus star for having Grain Belt Premium on tap,  a NHL Center Ice package, and their strong support of local sports community <a href="/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2FCyclonefanatic.com&s=41b81a790a6a6ae00f72b7a03fcfd0cc064716c1b33734f1b886585e695558b5" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://Cyclonefanatic.com</a>.
  
  Es Tas is a place that I would be comfortable taking Cyclone fans of all ages.  It will definitely be in the mix for someone who is usually reluctant to go to Campustown in the nighttime.

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  Posted on 10.26.10 Matt E.

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