Mel's Sweet Occasions – Ames, IA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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300 Main St, Ames, IA 50010

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Address300 Main St, Ames, IA 50010

Phone(515) 766-5028

StyleBakery

CountyStory County

Time zoneCentral Time

About Mel's Sweet Occasions

Mel's Sweet Occasions is a bakery at 300 Main St, right in the middle of Ames.

Ames has 9 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them — about one per 7,670 people living in the city. The closest neighbour on our map is Piece & Freedom Bakery, less than 0.1 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Mel's Sweet Occasions yet, so calling ahead at (515) 766-5028 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Breakfast Pastries & Muffins

Cheese DanishLaminated dough cradling a lightly sweet cream cheese center with a hint of lemon; golden edges give way to a rich, custardy middle.
Morning Glory MuffinA hearty muffin packed with shredded carrot, apple, raisins, coconut, and walnuts, warmly spiced and substantial enough to stand in for breakfast.
Sticky BunBaked upside down in a caramel of brown sugar and butter, these yeast rolls emerge glossy and gooey, crowned with toasted pecans.
Blueberry MuffinA domed muffin studded with whole blueberries and finished with a crunchy sugar top; moist crumb with bright, jammy pockets of fruit.

Breads & Rolls

Jewish RyeA deli-style rye speckled with caraway seeds, with a thin crackly crust and a dense, slightly sour crumb suited to pastrami or Reuben sandwiches.
ChallahBraided egg bread enriched with oil and a little honey, glazed for a lacquered shine; the crumb is fluffy, pull-apart, and faintly sweet.
Cinnamon Raisin SwirlA white pan loaf rolled with a ribbon of cinnamon sugar and plump raisins, made for thick slices of toast or French toast.
Parker House RollsFolded dinner rolls with a feathery crumb and golden tops brushed with melted butter and flaky salt, a fixture on holiday tables.

Cookies & Bars

Chocolate Chip CookieBrown-butter dough loaded with semisweet chocolate chunks, baked to crisp golden edges and a chewy center with a sprinkle of sea salt.
Oatmeal Raisin CookieA rustic cookie made with rolled oats, plump raisins, and warm cinnamon, with crinkly edges and a molasses-tinged sweetness.
SnickerdoodleRolled in cinnamon sugar before baking, this crackle-topped butter cookie has a pleasant tang from cream of tartar and a puffy interior.
Peanut Butter CookieA classic crosshatched cookie made with creamy peanut butter, sandy at the edges and fudgy in the middle, with a salty-sweet finish.

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Questions about Mel's Sweet Occasions

What are Mel's Sweet Occasions's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Mel's Sweet Occasions yet. Call (515) 766-5028 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Mel's Sweet Occasions located?

Mel's Sweet Occasions is at 300 Main St, Ames, IA 50010. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Mel's Sweet Occasions?

The listed phone number is (515) 766-5028.

What should I order at Mel's Sweet Occasions?

As a bakery, typical picks include Cheese Danish, Morning Glory Muffin, Jewish Rye, and Challah. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Mel's Sweet Occasions?

Nearby options include Piece & Freedom Bakery (less than 0.1 mi), Great Harvest Bakery and Cafe (0.1 mi), and Van Hemert's Dutch Oven Bakery (0.2 mi).