Pull Tabs in Ames, IA

We track 4 pull tab locations in Ames, Iowa — two bars and restaurants and two other venues across town.

Slater, Boone and Madrid are within a short drive if you want more options.

Every pull tab sold in Ames runs through a licensed nonprofit. That is what separates charitable gaming from commercial gambling: the margin funds veterans' groups, youth leagues, and community projects in and around town. Read more about the rules on our Iowa pull tabs page.

Want to understand the game better? We cover what pull tabs are from the ground up, break down e-tabs and how they work, and collect tips from experienced players. Keep the pull tab glossary handy for terms you do not recognize, and use the odds calculator to check whether a deal is worth playing.

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