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    Five Iron Golf

    4.4 (29 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Joneice B.

    Good space which is centrally located downtown. Access this location from the CTA which run under the building. Came for work related social event. Played a game with our golf pro assisting. Food was good. Enjoyed sliders, fries and macaroni cheese bites. For drinks enjoyed the Moscow mules and Malbec Wine. Wine comes in can and is a generous pour. Enjoyed my time here and it was fun exploring experience.

    I really enjoyed my visit to Five Iron Golf on State Street in Chicago thanks to the friendly staff and chill atmosphere.

    Emily W.

    This was a fun spot to visit on a cold night. They have several golf bays which you reserve online, for small or large groups. They also have a bar seating area you can hang out in before or after your reservation. The technology works well, the environment is relaxed and fun, and my fiancé and I enjoyed ourselves. We got drinks and a few snacks during our 2 hour bay reservation. The rental price for a bay is a little steep if you don't go with a larger group, but no terrible. Of course the downside to going with a larger group, is that though you pay less per person you get less play time for each person. Staff were nice and helpful, but my only complaint is that our reservation was supposed to start on the hour, but the group before us was finishing up a game and we didn't end up getting onto the bay until about a quarter after, which is fine, no problem, but then when our time slot was coming to an end, we were rushed off and told we couldn't finish the game we were in, and actually were kicked off the bay a few minutes before our reservation technically ended. So sort of annoying how that went and we ended up missing out on time we paid for since we got on late and were booted off early.

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    Tommy O.

    Catching up on Yelp reviews as it's been a minute... Alright Frankie, fair warning this will be a pretty long review because there are multiple things to discuss (intro, play golf pitch, lessons, reserving bays, dining, closing)... Five Iron (5I) Golf is New York based and they are spreading their footprint nationwide. They have had a location in River North for a few years now, they just opened this location in Block 37 back in December, and they are opening a new location in Lincoln Park too. The place is very modern as it's brand new and all of the locations have state of the art golf technology with their SkyTrak simulators with over 100 different courses and a driving range. There are 11 bays, a putting green, full bar, and kitchen at this location. I must say the technology is one of the most accurate thing I have ever seen and the statistics/video technology is mind blowing. So kudos! I have been playing golf since my Dad got me into it at a young age, but it never really became a passion of mine until around high school. IMO, it's the greatest sport in the world as it not only challenges you as it's one of the toughest sport in the world to master, but it teaches you about morals, life in the real world, and a whole bunch of other perks. Not going to lie, but I suck at golf... Golf is hard folks! However, I am better than average and now I am committing time/practice to the game as I started up lessons with Kyle H. at this location. Kyle has been absolutely spectacular so far, the best coach I have ever had, and I think I am making some big progress with his help!!! I just need to commit time to practice more. I think the price of lessons are actually a good value given the great instruction of Kyle and the technology, specifically the video technology so you can watch your swing and it shows you how to improve your swing as you can see what you need to do better. Let's dig into how 5I works and you can find everything on their website, but here are my thoughts with my experiences. You reserve bays and lessons all online and I highly recommend booking at least 3 days in advance (more like a week), especially on weekends as it fills up fast. Good luck trying to find reservations a few days in advance during prime times as there are only 11 bays and I learned with the River North location so I assume it's the same way as there are a lot of golfers in Chicago. But I have never had an issue with booking a few days in advance for weeknights before 7pm. Costs are based on peak reservations (majority of the time) and non-peak reservations (think noon on a weekday). Playing hookey from work and golfing would be the life! I believe club rentals are included in the reservation prices, but most people bring your own. Not going to lie, reserving a bay is expensive ($65/hour peak and $50/hour non-peak). So golfing with a group is the way to go. However, if you are a serious golfer, want to play 18, and keep costs down, I would highly recommend limiting it to 2-3 players with similar skill levels and pace of play. With my average high 90s scores, it takes about 2 hours to play 18 for me and my buddy of similar skill level. Obviously the better you are or faster at pace of play, you can play faster and keep costs down. Food is solid overall, think standard bar food. Nothing spectacular, but it's above average to great. It's very comparable to a Whirlyball/TopGolf food experience. Meals are decent portions and prices are rather cheap actually. Sliders were great! Nachos were good. Flatbreads are ok, crust was a little dry. Beers, cocktails, and drinks are fair prices. Shout out to Joey, the bartender as he is great and always fun to talk to! Overall, I think 5I is a great addition to Chicago! I think their entire staff is good and their company mission is to help grow the game. That is definitely a good thing! Costs are expensive, but the game of golf is expensive in general. Hopefully for this review, you don't get the wrong impression of me being cheap. IMO I am not cheap, I am just a frugal guy (very) and I am very passionate at where my hard earned money goes. But in the end, if you want to play golf or are a beginner and want to learn how to play then definitely check out 5I golf!

    NaywriChi W.

    This is the tenth location in the world and the second one here. This is a little bigger than the original one in River North (see my review on that) because it has locker rooms but still has eleven sim's like the original.

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    Kristine was a delight! I came in with friends to golf and she provided terrific service

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    The golf and staff are great. the happy Hour is where this place shines! vibrant, modern atmosphere,

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    A Mecca of golf. Justin, Nevin, and Matt are the best employees in the history of humanity

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    Justin and the crew at Five Iron are awesome! We will definitely be back! Drinks and vibes are great!

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    What an amazing time that was had by our entire party. Joel and the rest of his staff do an amazing job creating a memorable experience!

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    Are there clubs to play with or rent? Or do you have to bring your own? I'm traveling.

    Yes! We have FREE Callaway clubs available for use during your reservation, including clubs for women, lefties, and kids.

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    The VIG Chicago

    4.1
    (946 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Never been more happy to have an impromptu happy hour here! We came here to meet some friends that…read moreare locals and it was great timing on a Friday because we got there right before happy hour. We all ordered some drinks to start and I went with their twist on an aperol sprtiz (I don't remember the name.....) but its one of their specials that has aperol! And it was delish!!!! After that we got a bunch of bites to eat including some of the happy hour bites. We got the board which had a bunch of different dips of which each was great but have to admit the pimento cheese was my fave! Of course we had to get the parmesan fries and we decided to share the mac and cheese as well. Delicious bites! Our waitress was super great and checked in on us so we ordered a second drink an espresso martini! It was good, not the best I had so stick to the other drinks on the menu! Overall lovely place to stop in for a happy hour. Lots of TVs if you want to catch the game and they open the windows during nice weather. 10/10 if you are in the area!

    Stopped in for a quick happy hour w some friends. Our server was great, quick, checked on us often,…read morehelpful. It was busy and vivacious inside. The outside patio was also poppin bc the weather was nice. The food was solid, we shared the tuna tacos, lobster deviled eggs (amazing), we got 3 dips: pimento, artichoke and spinach, and Brie. We also got extra cucumbers for our gluten free friend. This is a great spot for happy hour! Parking is rough everywhere on wells so plan ahead!

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    Winnie's

    Winnie's

    4.2
    (14 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    Excellent bar. It's about time a good hoosiers bar opens up on this street. Great location,…read moreambiance, music, service, and drinks. There is an upstairs area that's a little more loungier whereas the downstairs can get more rowdy on game day. We came during the championship game, and this was the perfect spot to be. We came early to be able to snag some bar seats upstairs and enjoy multiple drinks and food. Drinks are great - some cocktails and beers are only offered downstairs. Food was a mix: Chimichurri cauliflower: smaller portion than I expected, nothing special I'd skip this dish. Ceasar salad: dressing is very heavy on the anchovy paste, otherwise good portion and veggies. Loaded fries: huge portion with lots of great toppings, though I wish their fries were more 'fry' like versus potato skin-like. Chicken tenders: I got this with sweet potato fries, and they were way too salty. The chicken tenders were 4 skimpy pieces of chicken, and I was charged for extra dipping sauces and ketchup. The spicy mango habanero and buffalo are good - skip the garlic parmesan. I will most definitely be back for the vibes, drinks, and service. I'm hoping the food is just working on some kinks and will get better the next time!

    This sports bar has good food, excellent service, and is reasonably priced. We came here to watch…read morethe NFL playoffs. Every seat in the house has a good view of a widescreen TV with the game on. The bar has a cozy, casual vibe. On game day it's very loud; if you plan to chat with your group you'll be shouting to be heard! I highly recommend the chicken Caesar wrap. I had low expectations since this is a sports bar but this is probably the best chicken Caesar wrap I've had in my life. In light of how good this meal was I plan to return soon and try the rest of the menu. I also had a cocktail that was tasty and cheaper than some of the drinks on offer from nearby bars ($13).

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    Theory

    Theory

    4.1
    (986 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Went here to watch football playoff games and the experience was amazing. They have TVs everywhere…read moreand during commercial breaks, they pay really good, upbeat music instead of having to listen to commercials. The food and drinks were also incredible. Would highly recommend the skirt steak nachos. All kinds of beer on tap and the service was amazing. Multiple people coming to check on you, including the manager who checks in on guests as well. If you're watching a game or want a cool sports bar to go to, I would highly recommend this place.

    This is the second year we came into Theory to attend the Champions League watch party, and Theory…read morekeeps proving to me why I enjoy coming over to this bar for large games. There were a lot of TVs all around the bar, so you won't be tilting your head back to watch the game from any angle. Our server was new, but she did a great job with taking everyone's orders and also being very upfront about saying she will ask about the drafts on tap so she can give us an accurate drink selection. The food from Theory never disappoints. Last year, I had the Theory Burger and was delighted by how good it was. This year, I tried the Challah French Toast and it was pleasantly delicious. The Mac and Cheese was also a solid choice, and for $8, they provided a good amount of food! And that Chicken Parm Egg Roll...wow they were so good!! I was skeptical from the name, but this was like having a pizza roll but in egg roll form The only reason I am giving this place 4 stars is because Theory has severely up charged for the Champions League. I recall last year a reservation was $5/person, but this year they charged $15/person. For this reason, we came in at 9AM opening time for an 8-person table and were able to get one without having to pay the reservation fee. I really like how organized Theory is though, as a sports bar. Service has always been great and I may come again for another game!

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    The Scout

    The Scout

    4.6
    (20 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    My friend & I accidentally walked into the wrong restaurant, but Joe's energy made us stay. It's…read morenot often anymore that you feel such hospitality. He is incredible and made our night! Whatever his pay is... triple it!

    My daughter and I went in today to try The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen, as the bar that used to be…read morein this space was my favorite spot in the entire city of Chicago. If you've been to the old spot I'm talking about, you'll notice immediately that The Scout still has the beautiful, soaring ceilings, but they've also remodeled a chunk of the restaurant, which is great! We sat down pretty immediately at a table in the back of the restaurant - not too far from the (new) DJ booth, and our waitress was extremely kind and gave us prompt service. We were just hanging out, listening to the music, when the NFL Divisional playoff game that was on tonight came back on, and let me tell you, it was the loudest game audio I have ever heard in a bar, ever. I've been going to sports bars for most of my adult life, and I get that folks can get excited and loud and that's not what I'm talking about. The audio of just the announcers and players from the telecast were almost exceeding 100 dBA, slow, without the bar cheering. I've been an audio engineer for over 20 years, and that isn't too far off from the base level of what you'll experience at concerts at the United Center (102-110 dBA, slow). We asked twice if the zone that encompassed our area of the restaurant could be turned down - but nothing changed, so we took our food to go and left. It wasn't just "can't have a conversation" loud, it was "I can't think" loud. This place needs to do some system tuning (the example I'll give - if you go to a Yard House the environment is loud and lively but you can still hold a conversation at your table because the audio system is extremely well tuned). The food that we ate when we got home (Kids mac n cheese and buffalo wings) were exceptional, so that's why I'm not leaving a single star. I don't know if we'll be back, I was incredibly disappointed tonight.

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    The Grilled Cheese! This is the best thing I've ever had. I got the plain one
    The Grilled Cheese! This is the best thing I've ever had. I got the plain one
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