The Mucky Duck Pub – American
This charming neighborhood haunt wraps guests in the nostalgic warmth of a traditional British local, where the morning air is thick with the savory scent of sizzling back bacon and toasted bread. Towering "Monster" fry-ups and golden, buttery scones anchor a menu that bridges the Atlantic, offering everything from rich biscuits and gravy to vibrant, vegetable-packed breakfast skillets. It is a place where time slows down over steaming mugs and hearty plates, inviting diners to savor the soulful comfort of a true pub breakfast.
3100 South Duff Avenue, Ames IA 50010 https://themuckyduckpub.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Mucky Duck Pub
Dairy-Free at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Banger Bites and Breaded Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Banger Bites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Spicy Cheese Curds and Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pasty, Burger and Crumpets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish Nuggets, Chicken, Bacon, Swiss Sandwich and Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Impossible Burger and Vegetarian Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Pretzel & Beer-Cheese and Spicy Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Mucky Duck Pub
The Mucky Duck Pub in Ames has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque, Pasty and Cod Cakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Mucky Duck Pub
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pasty | 0 g | 66.7 g |
| Reuben Sandwich | 22.7 g | 57.6 g |
| German Platter | 70.4 g | 45.7 g |
| Shepherd’s Pie | 11.9 g | 39.7 g |
| Dinner Salad | 20.9 g | 33.8 g |
| Full English | 84.1 g | 30.5 g |
| Burger | 4.4 g | 29.9 g |
| Cheese Plate | 41.9 g | 22.6 g |
| Tenderloin Sandwich | 0.5 g | 17.6 g |
| Bangers & Mash | 9.1 g | 16.8 g |
| Crumpets | 0 g | 15.7 g |
| Vegan Breakfast Skillet | 70.7 g | 15.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its succulent desserts, guests love the inviting and pleasant atmosphere that creates a truly welcoming experience. Reviewers highlight the warm and timely service, noting that the kitchen clearly takes pride in the quality of every dish. Standout dishes include the decadent dessert selections which diners praise for being perfectly prepared and flavorful.
Menu
Breakfast
Saturday morning only
- Monster Full English - $24: Three eggs, 2 bangers, 3 rashers, black & white pudding, hash brown, bubble and squeak, grilled tomato, mushroom, beans, and toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Full English - $18: Two eggs, banger, rasher, black & white pudding, grilled tomato, mushrooms, beans and choice of bubble & squeak or hashbrown Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lite English - $13: A banger, rasher, two eggs, beans and choice of bubble & squeak or hash brown Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancakes - $7.5: Three pancakes served English style with lemon & powdered sugar or American style with butter and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mucky Duck Omelettes - $11: British, Meat lovers, veggie or BYO. Served with bubble & squeak Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $8.5: Choice of banger, American bacon, or back bacon. Topped with Swiss, cheddar or pepper jack and an egg on a bun or english muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beans on Toast - $7: Two slices of buttered white toast smothered in baked beans Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Biscuits and Gravy - $6.5: One or two biscuits with scratch-made seasoned sausage gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Breakfast Skillet - $7: Hashbrowns, onions, tomato, bell pepper or serrano pepper, and a side of beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
Starters
- English Scones - $5.25: Scone served with real Double Devonshire cream and strawberry jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Scotch Egg - $8.4: Hard-boiled egg wrapped in seasoned sausage, rolled in breadcrumbs, and fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Cheese Curds - $12.61: Battered and fried cheese curds with ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $12.61: Crispy fried onion rings with curry ketchup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips and Curry Sauce - $10.51: Thick cut steak fries served with a savory curry dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Chowder - $7.35: Made with North Atlantic cod Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Plate - $21.01: Imported cheeses served with crackers, olives, almonds, dried cranberries, and mango chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poutine - $10.51: Cornish pasty filling (ground beef and pork) over chips with melted cheddar and gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crumpets - $6.83: Two crumpets toasted and served with jam and butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Rolls - $6.3: Seasoned sausage wrapped in puff pastry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel & Beer-Cheese - $8.4: Bavarian pretzel with cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Mushrooms - $12.61: Portobello mushroom slices, battered, fried, and served with garlic mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crisps - $7.35: Homestyle potato chips with curry seasoning or salt and pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque - $7.35: Thick homemade bisque topped with cheese and croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fish & Chips - $16.81: Battered North-Atlantic Cod served with thick cut steak fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasty - $16.81: Buttery pastry with a savory filling, served with choice of side Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- German Platter - $18.38: Bratwurst, Weisswurst, pork schnitzel, mashed potato, gravy, red cabbage and sauerkraut Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burger - $13.66: Hand-made seasoned beef patty Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Sandwich - $17.34: Fried cod served on a Kaiser bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tenderloin Sandwich - $15.76: Hand-breaded pork tenderloin Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken, Bacon, Swiss Sandwich - $15.24: Seasoned chicken with bacon and Swiss cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cod Cakes - $14.7: Savory fish cakes made with cod, potatoes and onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bangers & Mash - $17.85: British sausages served with mashed potatoes and gravy Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd’s Pie - $14.71: Ground beef and pork with potatoes, carrots and peas in gravy topped with mash and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $14.7: Marinated chicken in a rich and creamy curry gravy with tomatoes and Greek yogurt Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Curry - $14.7: Zucchini, cauliflower, squash, potatoes, tomatoes and chickpeas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Vindaloo - $15.75: Spicy Indian dish with pork and potatoes in a rich sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impossible Burger - $15.76: Plant-based veggie burger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben Sandwich - $18.91: Slow-cooked shredded corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Dinner Salad - $11.56: Lettuce, onions, tomatoes, cucumber, egg, cheese and croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Sticky Toffee Pudding - $7.35: Steamed cake with homemade toffee sauce and ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream - $3.15: Two scoops of Vanilla ice-cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Spotted Dick - $7.35: Traditional British steamed cake served with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Shortbread - $2.1: Individual slices of shortbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Fountain Drinks - $3.15: Pepsi, Pepsi Zero, Mountain Dew, Starry, Dr. Pepper, Lemonade, Raspberry Iced Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Iced Tea - $3.15: Fresh brewed using PG Tips or Typhoo, unsweetened
- Specialty Iced Tea - $8.24: Loose teas iced: Ginger Peach, Blueberry, Darjeeling, or Vanilla Chai Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Little Duckies
For ages 12 and under
- Banger Bites - $8.94 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nuggets - $8.94 Dietary tags: Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Nuggets - $8.94 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kid's Burger - $8.94 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $8.94 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $7.88: Thick cut steak fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about The Mucky Duck Pub
- Is The Mucky Duck Pub dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Mucky Duck Pub has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Banger Bites and Breaded Mushrooms.
- What can I eat at The Mucky Duck Pub on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Breakfast Skillet, Banger Bites and Breaded Mushrooms carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Mucky Duck Pub have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Breakfast Skillet and Impossible Burger.
- Is The Mucky Duck Pub gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Mucky Duck Pub?
- Pasty, at roughly 66.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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