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4.4
218 Reviews (218)
5 Stars
109
4 Stars
69
3 Stars
26
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.5
90.8%
Recommend this course
199 out of 218 reviews
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4.6
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.8
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.3
20 Reviews (20)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.4
85.0%
Recommend this course
17 out of 20 reviews
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Course Highlights
Well-groomed fairways, exceptional greens, and a thoughtfully designed layout consistently reward golfers of all skill levels at this accessible city course. Friendly, accommodating staff and outstanding value make every round here a smart booking.

About

Holes 9
Type Public
Style Parkland
Par 33
Length 2361 yards
Slope 103
Rating 33.0
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Robert A. Black Golf Course
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Course Details

Year Built 1978
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 3/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Ken Killian (1978) Dick Nugent (1978)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $11
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks
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4.4
218 Reviews (218)
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Pure

For the price, there’s no better track within 30 miles. I had no expectations but for $14… the track was pristine. Challenging course but forgiving and unique.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 1
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Plays Once a month
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5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Wet weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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Plays Once a month
2.0
First Time Playing

Try another course

We went to this course for the first time and we were forced to play with 2 randoms that have never played before or knew golf etiquette. I understand with the size of the course they want to make sure pace of play keeps up but man it made 9 holes feel like we almost played 18. Also, no beer or alcohol beverages was a drag that should have been told on their site. Would recommend to go to the other Chicago golf courses over this one.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Starter, Staff is Miserable

The starter, older gentleman, might be the most miserable person I have ever met. If you don’t like your job, quit.

His attitude will ruin your day.

Other than that great course.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Great Course But,

With the slow rate of play, the porta potty was a nice touch. Even with Covid-19 it’s still needed. Too bad management decided to remove the portable toilet.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great for Sneaking in 9 in Chicago

For the price, accessibility, and course quality, I'm not sure you can beat Robert Black in Chicago. It's a short drive via its location and plays fairly quick. In fact, you'll likely get done and want to play it again. Amenities are fairly non-existent (don't expect beer carts) and the course isn't quite as nice as thoughs in the suburbs, but I can't find a reason to complain given I can sneak in 9 here almost anytime I would like for very cheap. I also would note, compared to Sydney and other courses, the quality of clientele is much better here if you get paired. Very kind staff as well.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 83
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
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Previously Played

Quick 9 round of golf

Easy and quick round of golf. For a city course it’s well maintained even with so much rain. Good course for beginners.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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