Harry Semrow Mini Golf And Driving Range

(8 reviews)

4.1 mi

I recently visited the PRCC with my husband for an alumni event. The event was held at the main…read moredining room. The space is beautiful and has a beautiful view. The staff were very helpful and friendly.

A twinkly paradise at the holiday season west of Touhy on Prospect with special events rooms and…read morecatering, golf course. The spiral staircase to 2nd level very ornate at holiday time. Newly remodeled restrooms on main entry and coat check person. Valet parking under the canopy and tipping is expected. Parking lot if you want to self park. Lot is not brightly lit though. Summer pool and golf. Members only club. The main banquet room holds about 25 or more tables. Fireplace room more for small event maybe 8 tables. Grand foyer at the top of the stairs, nice restrooms and well tended throughout. I always feel like the fairy princess for our holiday bash. The whole place is lighted exterior like a ginger bread house. Bar service available. Waive your wand and hope you get to go at the holidays for an event.

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Sunset Ridge Country Club

4.7

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6.7 mi

We were invited to dinner at this swanky club and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We sat outside with…read morea view of the green which was lush and scenic. The staff were very polite and everything we ordered was excellent. I had the lobster bisque and halibut for main course. Others ordered salad and soup along with pork chops , lamb chops, fish tacos and another fish dish . We all had our choice of beverages wine, scotch, old fashioned and Moscow mule. Desserts were just perfect and hit the spot cherry pie, apple pie, banana cake , chocolate flourless cake, butter cake and keylime pie. The high end country club was everything I expected it to be!

Great parkland course, and immaculate conditions. Caddies…read moreare great and well versed in the course. Facilities are great for practice and dining. Nice location as well

Lobster bisque

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North Shore Country Club

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5.4 mi

Another great dinner with the Boys Night Out crew! All 9 of us had great meals. Service was very…read moregood and we had our own private room!

Caddie master is an absolute slimeball who take bribes from members during tournaments to give them…read morethe "best caddies." Will do anything for a nickel and overall a phony person. Course is in nice condition but super overrated and very boring. The only thing that makes it hard is the surplus of trees and they roll the green enough to make 9 hole shotguns last 3.5 hours. Do not caddy here unless you are willing to make a dweeb feel like a king.

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Chevy Chase Country Club

4.2

(95 reviews)

7.2 mi

Attended a wedding at the club. I took an Uber because I knew I would have a couple of drinks and I…read moredon't drive at night. Easy access and plenty of parking if you drive. I loved the way the club's marquee displayed the wedding couples. The bar was amply supplied with bartenders. The staff was amazing and food distributed quickly. There were 250 guests and all of the food was hot and very delicious. Kudos to the staff. I was very impressed.

Love this golf course. On my list of top 10 in Chicago area. BUT, yesterday a 5 hr. round. Must…read morehave been a special on young guys without much etiquette. Cart path only, that's ok, we need to keep fairways in shape, but the youngsters figured out they could drive down the fairway in reverse. Several groups doing this. Not a ranger to be found. Lack of effective management!

Decor was set up in the Abbey with pipe and drape Gorgeous

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Medinah Country Club

4.5

(22 reviews)

9.9 mi

First off all I got to say is "Skaidre's" review of this course is unreal because she got made she…read moredrove into a place that didn't turn her down because the way her car looked. They turn her down and sent her on her way out of the grounds because she didn't have a member tag. So shut up with ur nonsense of why u were "yelled at" and told to leave. Moving on sorry - the golf is amazing so many courses. So much history. The tournaments they have held are beyond anything u have ever experienced when it comes to golf. Watch tiger beat Sergio in 99. Loved the bmw championship. Got three fist bumps from tiger periodically over that weekend. Then the food is amazing. The people that clean ur golf shoes are wizards. Like how did u get my shoes to look like that again. And just overall a golfers paradise.

My son and my daughter in law just had the wedding , this past August 3rd , wow a incredible…read moreCountry Club to celebrate a unique moment in life for our children's , the place is amazing lovely , golf course incredible , everyone who works there is amazing I can't no ask for more is 5 stars plus , we had a wonderful time great food the Chef is AMAZING. Our rehearsal was there , we had dinner , then cocktails. The wedding was lovely Medinah Country Club is one of the most beautiful place I highly recommend it! We had a golf tournament , pickleball was amazing , great time and so much fun . Thank you so much for a wonderful, quality time at Medinah Country Club ! Will be a lovely memory for everyone

RMHC Charity golf outing. Hoping it stays dry.

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Shriners?

Valley Lo Club

4.6

(19 reviews)

5.5 mi

We provided services for this company in good faith and submitted invoices for payment. Despite…read morerepeated requests and ample time to resolve the matter, the invoices remain unpaid. My experience has been extremely frustrating due to the lack of follow-through and professionalism regarding payment obligations. I always prefer to handle business matters privately and professionally, but after exhausting those efforts, I felt it was important to share my experience so others can make informed decisions when considering doing business with this company.

Long time member of this "hidden gem" (one of its marketing taglines) tucked away in Glenview…read more Think of Valley Lo as a low/no-pretense country club that is SUPER family friendly and even family ORIENTED. Wonderful dining -- casual attire but a nice menu; phenomenal service, and plenty of TVs and an activity room available to keep kids occupied. Tennis. Paddle tennis (one of the biggest programs in the US apparently, with a relatively recently rebuilt paddle hut that is spacious, well appointed, and has a regular bartender). A well appointed and maintained fitness center with personal training, classes, massage, and all of what you'd expect at a fitness club. A four lane 25-yard swimming pool that is surprisingly underutilized much of the time...and also features a kids' swim team that has become competitive among the North Shore programs. 18 holes of par 3 golf -- fun, family friendly, and again, without the pretense or expense of a "big time" golf club...and still with leagues, lessons, and events. The real showpieces of the Club, though, are the beach and lake open from Memorial Day through Labor Day (sometimes a little earlier and a little later depending upon weather). Sailing. Kayaks. Pedal boats. Paddle boarding. Swimming (some triathletes train by swimming around the lake -- it's about a mile around). Catch and release fishing (mostly for the kids). An adults-only area. A super casual beach cafe. Unsurprisingly, servers who'll deliver soft and adult beverages to your chair. A recently launched outdoor bar that complements the outdoor dining, weather permitting, in the warm weather, with lovely views of the lake and surrounding areas. Along with that, there are myriad family oriented and adults-only events, from bingo nights (really -- and they're a riot) to a "turn back the clock" New Year's Eve party where "midnight" is nine pm to the expected holiday events (gingerbread houses, caroling dinners, St. Pat's, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc.). Breathtakingly good and popular 4th of July fireworks (usually on the 3rd) on the back nine of the golf course -- this typically draws over 1000 people and, along with many of the other events, features kids' activities like games, small rides, face paining, etc. Among the biggest draws is the youth sports camp which is as brilliant as it is well executed. Drop the kids in the morning; pick up in the afternoon. They get exposure to a variety of activities and sports and get fed. Counselors tend to be teenagers who are well trained and lead the events; the camp is run by a seasoned professional whose approach is to sneak in ideas of character and sportsmanship along the way. The clubhouse and grounds (golf course, beachfront) are great spots for a wide variety of events including corporate outings, family parties, prom dinners/photos, and weddings. Through the years, Valley Lo has maintained itself well and made significant investments to keep up and improve its clubhouse, athletic center, paddle and pickleball facilities, and now golf course. It's welcoming and inclusive -- while it is a private club that requires sponsors, it's not a draconian and super selective process like some country clubs, and tends to welcome all comers. Economics are considerably more attractive than big time golf clubs as well. We've been members for more than 15 years, raised our kids here, and have come to know and love the team ("staff" always seems demeaning to this reviewer) and the membership. If you're not a swanky golf club person but prefer something less stuffy and more fun and family oriented, Valley Lo should seriously be on your list to check out.

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Park Ridge Country Club

4.5

3.8 mi

Dope place. New…read morePaddle hut and indoor golf simulators are the bomb. Awesome setup with patios and gas firetables. Such a cool setup, and all the members are super friendly. Privilege to have played here and I would thoroughly encourage you to jump at the chance if you are ever invited.

You are treated well at a members only club! Every bit fancy, attentive staff. Beautiful club room…read morewas set up for our conference.... the food was well prepared and presented!

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Schaumburg Golf Club

3.2

(28 reviews)

9.2 mi

This was my first outing of the year and I was excited. Unfortunately it rained the night before so…read moreit was cart path only. The course overall was in decent condition. There were some soaked parts of the fairways but as expected. The greens were good and taken care of. The fairways are wide open in my opinion. There are a couple holes where you need to clear some water. The golf club folks that took our payments were nice and the starter was pretty cool. We played the front 9 twice and the 2nd one we arrived a little early but the 4 some was a dragging so they let us go ahead of them. We will be back as it is one of my favorites. But pretty pricey, $108 with cart - I hope it was just 4th of July pricing.

Great course, excellent condition. Rangers totally suck a$$. I am a 20 handicap and was having a…read moregreat round but from hole 6 through 17 I had a ranger following my group from ree box to tee box telling us to pick up the pace. The 2 some in front of us did fly away real fast after the first par 3 hole 3. The group behind us was over a hole and half behind. So they must feel you need to be a scratch golfer, a 4 hor and 20 minute 18 is not on pace, or maybe ir was Willard brimley's (the ranger) 1st day on the job. I get slow play, I have worked at golf courses and have golfed for 30+ years and I get it if people are waiting behind me or we are taking 20 swings a hole or taking 5 minutes to look for a lost ball. Teach your Rangers that a gap in front of a group means nothing when there is more than a hole gap behind us. Do better Schaumburg

Putting green adjacent to the golf shop.

The Flag on the course

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A view of their busy driving range.

Ridgemoor Country Club

8.1 mi

This country club is mostly known for it's golf course. It borders Harwood Heights. I am personally…read morenot a member here, but I visited this club once. It's grounds are beautiful and incredibly well kept.

Had the privelege to play yesterday with a memmber. Course was in good condition and can be a bit…read morechallenging in that it is fairly "compact" with mature trees, water hazards, etc but fun to play. Classic "old school" mens locker room, grill room, and card room with attentive service. Convenient location (NW side of Chicago).

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Lake Shore Country Club

5.0

(3 reviews)

9.7 mi

We went to dinner with friends and it was a very pleasant evening. We sat outside in the patio…read moreoverlooking the lake. The rooms, patio, pool, lawn on the lake and buildings are beautiful. Service was very professional and friendly. The food was delicious and the servers were very attentive to being whatever was needed. We had a small Caesar salad, skirt steak with frites, a turkey burger, filet mignon and a sesame wedge with shrimp. The fries on the skirt steak were thin and crispy, the ones that came with the turkey burger were thicker and not as crispy. The sesame wedge dressing was tasty yet it was very light and not at all oily...so much so that I asked for more. The grilled shrimp on the side were a tad cool and not as fresh as I would have expected. They brought complementary cookies and although I didn't taste everyone else enjoyed them!

Best Country Club around. Most professional staff and best staff at any club. It is the most…read morecleanest and best maintained property for any club Nothing compares to this Club. Hands down best club.

Beautiful view on a beautiful summer day

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Carrot ginger soup

Lake Park

4.7

(29 reviews)

2.9 mi

Absolutely beautiful!!! I needed a place to relax after my…read moreflight into Chicago. While I waited on my daughter's flight to come in (about 5 hours later). Next trip I'll be planning a picnic either when we land or before we fly out. What a beautiful and well maintained space. Filled with so much information and respect for America's heroes. Can't wait to come back!

Built in 1975, this memorial honors the men and women of Des Plaines who have served our country in…read morethe armed forces from the Civil War to the present day. This was a collaborative effort by the city, local VFW and local American Legion Post. The pavilion hosts numerous events including the annual Memorial Day services, the Live at the Lake summer entertainment series, Concert Band performances, the summer Movies in the Park and the annual Fall Fest. They were selling Christmas tress while I was there. The restroom facilities are also co-located here. The Pavilion is well maintained and consist of a bandshell and a walk way that has a plaque detailing every war from the Civil War to the Afghanistan War. Inside the bandshell you will find plaques with the name of the Des Plaines veteran that lost their life and which war it occurred. The center of the bandshell has the seal of all 5 of the US armed forces. There is a flag pole and a brick walkway leading from the bandshell and ends in a small circle. Because the pavilion provides somewhat protection from the elements, homeless people seek refuge here. This is a small, but fitting tribute to the honorable veterans that made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

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Belleau Lake Forest Preserve

(5 reviews)

2.0 mi

Nice little spot to sit and relax around the lake with your smoky or jus by yourself, also good…read moreplace for kids to play in the open area. Have multiple places around the lake to get some fresh air. Well maintained, does have a portable potty. It's more of a picnic place, I see a lot of people come here mostly for fishing. I ended up here looking for trails to run by in he neighborhood. Even though it comes up in suggestions when you are looking for nearest trails for nice long run, this isn't the place for that. It does have little unpaved path around the lake which almost comes around close to a mile but not a recommended one for runs/walks. Parking available too.

This is an adorable hidden gem. Great picnic location and looks amazing in photos! Would totally…read morerecommend to all ages. The walking trail isn't paved so be weary about your shoe choice. Saw tons of people fishing and relaxing with their dogs. Overall, had a great time!

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Glenview Cycle

This place is terrific. Fast service, very reasonable prices and friendly employees. I had my bike…read morefixed there and I couldn't be happier.

I went in looking for a new bike recently, I'm just getting into riding so I really didn't know…read morewhat to look for. Alan and his team were a huge help, super knowledgeable about the market, really tailored to my needs and were quick to help. Since it was my first day looking I shopped around at some other locations and was throughly disappointed, Glenview Cycle set the bar high. This will be the only bike store for me going forward. Highly recommend.

Great Scott! It sure looks like Doc Brown came back from the future to shop at Glenview Cycle.

Storefront

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New tires!

Glencoe Beach

3.8

(54 reviews)

9.5 mi

ALWAYS a good time at Glencoe Beach! The location is absolutely beautiful with clean, sandy shores…read moreand stunning views of Lake Michigan. It's perfect for swimming on a warm day. I loved how well-maintained the beach is, and everyone was so friendly! They also have grills and plenty of seating, making it great for picnics and gatherings. Plus, the surrounding neighborhood is gorgeous, adding to the overall charm of the area. Highly recommend for a fun, relaxing beach day!

Spent the last day of summer at Glencoe Beach and it was beautiful. It was off season so no life…read moreguard and the house with bathrooms wasn't open but they did have port o potties. Their regular season from Memorial day to labor day the beach costs and it's mainly from members on the weekend. But since it was the season it was free. It was decently crowded with everyone soaking up the last nice day. They have a playground for kids, plenty of shelters to rent for a party, volleyball net, a pier to walk along and place to rent boats, and paddle boats. The front of the beach is rocky and going into the water have to walk over rocks to get the sandy part of the water. But loved the water as it was clear and felt good to swim in. Very nice beach to relax on.

Picturing Lake Michigan 6/13/25

September 2024

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Rosewood Beach

3.8

(35 reviews)

10.1 mi

This beach is beautiful and worth checking out if you are in the area! I loved the walkway and how…read moreclean the area is. You will need a pass if you aren't a resident, but it's a great experience .

Getting beach ready! Not only myself (preparing for a summer beach vacation), but Rosewood Beach…read morerecently got a clean up and seemed ready for visitors. It's been awhile since I've updated my experience at Rosewood. This review is based on a recent walk I took to get some fresh air and much needed exercise. After parking the car in Downtown Ravinia and walking to Rosewood beach and back to the car (round trip about 1.3 miles), I noticed a bunch of beach updates that are worth mentioning. First of all, gear up, because the beach is open this year and you'll be able to swim! It's a private beach and not free, so you'll have to follow this link (https://www.pdhp.org/beaches/parking-2/) for resident and non-resident fees. This year you can purchase a swim pass and a parking decal. I entered via the dirt path that leads down to the beach so I could make my way back up the stairs for a good stair climb. The path was nicely cleaned up and breathtaking all on its own. Surrounded by lots of foliage and overlooking the ravine, I walked until I met up with the beach boardwalk. The boardwalk is all cleaned up and nicely refreshed. Looks like it did when it first opened! The beach sand is all freshened up and ready for summer. The play structures for kids are covered (but not sanitized). The best part? The steep, really-great-for-your-legs staircase now has handrails! This is such a huge plus for when you can't quite make it up and need to lean over a rail to hold yourself up (don't judge). It was a nice quiet walk, since the beach isn't actually open yet, but it will get crowded for certain. Parking lots have meters.

Covered but there's a sign that says not sanitized.

Kids buried in the sand. Good thing they have a shower!

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Chilly water on a summer day.

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Barry T.

14 years ago

What a great experience! I used to come here years ago (I now understand it is actually run by a management company as opposed to Cook County). They have made a number of improvements including a nice Pro Shop that has some awesome deals on clubs and accessories, grass tees that are well groomed as well as have added a Mini-Golf. I frequent Harry Semrow several days a week. Not sure what the previous reviewer was talking about regarding the 30 minute wait on Mondays because I go there almost every Monday and have never experience a wait.The service is phenomenal, Margie (I think she is the Manager) always has a smile on her face and makes me feel welcome, almost like family. Sure I can go down the street and have my ball put in place for me, but show my a golf course that has that feature on their tee boxes! Not to mention that my grand kids love playing the mini golf. For the best deal, I bought their Golf Card that gets me discounts not only here but also at all Cook County Courses. Plus they have a frequent customer program that gets me free buckets after so many purchases. As far as I am concerned, this is THE BEST Driving Range in the NW Burbs!!! read more

David R.

1 month ago

Always fun and enjoyable when I bring the family here. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Can't wait to come back!

jerry m.

1 month ago

Prices wayyy to high for a bucket of balls. Do they think everybody is made of money!? What is this madness...

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