Tam O' Shanter Golf Course in Niles, Illinois, USA

Rating Snapshot

All Time
Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months

4.6

336 Reviews (336)

5 Stars

204

4 Stars

116

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.6

Value

4.4

Layout

4.3

Friendliness

4.7

Pace

4.4

Amenities

4.5

96.4%

Recommend this course

327 out of 336 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

4.9

7 Reviews (7)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

5.0

Value

4.9

Layout

4.4

Pace

4.3

Amenities

4.3

StaffFriendliness

4.9

100.0%

Recommend this course

7 out of 7 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

4.7

27 Reviews (27)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.7

Value

4.5

Layout

4.3

Pace

4.4

Amenities

4.6

StaffFriendliness

4.7

96.3%

Recommend this course

26 out of 27 reviews

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About

Holes 9

Type Public/Municipal

Par 33

Length 2440 yards

Slope 106

Rating 31.6

Previously known as Tam Golf Course.

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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Blue	33	2440 yards	31.6	106
White	33	2235 yards	30.7	101
White (W)	33	2235 yards	31.8	109
Red (W)	33	1905 yards	30.7	104

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Scorecard

Scorecard for Tam O'Shanter Golf Course

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	Total
Blue M: 31.6/106	408	284	283	272	159	188	319	381	146	2440	2440
White M: 30.7/101 W: 31.8/109	400	247	263	255	137	178	310	333	112	2235	2235
Red W: 30.7/104	352	208	217	240	107	134	278	288	81	1905	1905
Handicap	1	8	7	9	6	2	4	3	5
Par	4	4	4	4	3	3	4	4	3	33	33

Course Details

Year Built 1974

Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 12/15

Architect William J. Spear (1974) Todd Quitno (2018) Bob Lohmann (2018)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $10

Pull-carts Yes

Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No

Golf School/Academy Yes - "Tam Golf Learning Center"

Teaching Pro Yes

Indoor Practice Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Walking Allowed Yes

Accolades

Golf Advisor: Top 25 Short Courses in the U.S. (2022 #10) (2021 #13)
Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Illinois (2021 #23)

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Reviews

4.6

336 Reviews (336)

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LH3GOLFYGOLF

Played On 05/08/2022

Reviews 8

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

u000005103225

Played On 05/02/2022

Reviews 20

Handicap 5-9

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Previously Played

Walked

Top Notch Customer Service

Course was wet from recent rainfall, but greens were rolling well. Fun, short layout. Staff is always great. They're the only course I've played that has reached out ahead of time to notify me of conditions (it was walking only).

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Fairly Easy

Comment

Helfrich21

Played On 04/26/2022

Reviews 19

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Nice experience and much appreciated!!

Course is in good conditions considering it’s Spring WET weather in Chicago. Everyone is always welcoming and so friendly. Thanks so much!!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u6269430

Played On 04/15/2022

Reviews 2

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

cmarqz13

Played On 04/15/2022

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Previously Played

Great, easy nine hole

I haven’t played Tam in 7+ years. Went mid day and pace of play was great. No hold up the whole round. Course was in great shape. Not the hardest course (pretty straight) but the par 3s always provide a challenge. One recommendation would be adding distance marker on par 3 tee boxes to gauge distance when tees are moved.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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Jonathan8499200

Played On 04/11/2022

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Deankiley1

Played On 04/10/2022

Reviews 1

Handicap 25+

Skill Beginner

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Walked

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Moderate

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Eggalla91

Played On 03/21/2022

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Great course and great price

Just picked the course for it’s proximity to the highway and it’s price but it far exceeded my expectations!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u314160172658

Played On 10/04/2021

Reviews 10

Skill Beginner

Plays Once a week

5.0

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

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jsu540

Played On 09/28/2021

Reviews 14

Handicap 25+

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

speedskating1

Played On 09/14/2021

Reviews 41

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Previously Played

Best 9 hole course in Illinois.

The course played short but challenging enough for any level of golfers, very friendly staff and the restaurant is well above average.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

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jsu540

Played On 09/16/2021

Reviews 14

Handicap 25+

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

TOBIAS6934

Played On 09/07/2021

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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TOBIAS6934

Played On 09/15/2021

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u314160065358

Played On 09/08/2021

Reviews 27

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Fair

Amenities Excellent

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u000006161271

Played On 09/06/2021

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Beautiful short course

The course was in great condition. Great amenities and service. Definitely will go back.

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Fair

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Chutipisalkul

Played On 08/27/2021

Reviews 12

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Comment

u314160098642

Played On 08/28/2021

Reviews 2

Handicap 25+

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Course was Perfect

Best course I played all year in regards to conditions

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

squadcap

Played On 08/23/2021

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Golfdate

Played On 08/19/2021

Reviews 9

Handicap Don't know

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Fairly Easy

Comment

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FAQ

What is the address of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course?

Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is located at 6700 W Howard St, Niles, Illinois 60714, Cook County.

Is Tam O' Shanter Golf Course open to the public?

Yes, Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is open to the public.

What year did Tam O' Shanter Golf Course open?

Tam O' Shanter Golf Course was built in 1974.

Who designed Tam O' Shanter Golf Course?

William J. Spear (1974), Todd Quitno (2018) and Bob Lohmann (2018) are the architects of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course.

What is the par of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course

The par of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is 33.

What is the length of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course

The length of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is 2440 yards.

What is the rating of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course

The rating of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is 31.6.

What is the slope of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course

The slope of Tam O' Shanter Golf Course is 106.

What are the course conditions at Tam O' Shanter Golf Course?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Tam O' Shanter Golf Course are excellent.

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