St. Andrews GCC - Joe Jemsek: #2
View of the 2nd green from Joe Jemsek Course.
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4.3
745 Reviews (745)
5 Stars
327
4 Stars
325
3 Stars
68
2 Stars
15
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
93.0%
Recommend this course
696 out of 745 reviews
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4.2
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.6
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
100.0%
Recommend this course
10 out of 10 reviews
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4.3
58 Reviews (58)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.4
94.8%
Recommend this course
55 out of 58 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff consistently go out of their way to accommodate golfers, making every visit feel welcoming and well-supported. The course layout and conditions impress regulars and first-timers alike, with the bar and food adding great value after the round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6818 yards
Slope 126
Rating 72.5

There are two championship golf courses available at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club in West Chicago as well as a top-ranked practice center. The Joe Jemsek Course, formerly known as the Lakewood, was added in 1929, three years after the club opened. Unlike the original St. Andrews Course, the Joe Jemsek Course has a hillier terrain. Although it is shorter than the other golf course at 6,770 yards, the elevation changes make it seem similar in length to the 6,920-yard St. Andrews Course. The course features tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers, offering plenty of challenges but overall it is not an overly intimidating layout for beginners. There are several long and demanding par 3s throughout. The best example being the tricky second hole, which has a green that is guarded by two deep bunkers and towering trees.

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Course Details

Year Built 1929
Fairways Bent
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect Edward B. Dearie (1929)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.3
745 Reviews (745)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
Brunch 12
Watching the Game 11
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 31
Undulating Greens 19
Water Hazards 15
This course/club is great for:
Locals 26
Playing Multiple Courses 20
Seniors 17
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 36
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 7

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Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Played the #2 course

Not bad, some bad areas, but that should be expected for this time of year. Actually played with an employee. Said the course is open all year, unless snow is on the ground. I didn't know that, I thought that was nice to know, for those very rare days in the winter that reach in the 50's. Grounds crew were out everywhere fixing bad areas and maintaining the rest of the course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Greens were in fantastic shape

You can spray the driver around but the greens are inviting and slick

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Pleasant afternoon of golf

Very enjoyable place to play in the suburbs. We were in town for the Ryder Cup (such a U.S.golf traversty) and found St. Andrews. The course was forgiving but not easy. Some length, a bit of water and large trees made things interesting.It is an older course with a friendly unassuming staff. The unpretentious public course was well maintained. It felt like a Chicago deal for under $40

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great value when Golf Now deals available

2 18 hole courses available here. Both are great. Played 5-6 times here this summer. Always able to find great Golf Now deals available-especially on weekdays.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Good Greens

Enjoyed the round, have played both courses, course 1 is a little more difficult in my opinion, but I think course 2 is a little more picturesque. The greens roll fair...not fast by any means, but they give you a fair roll.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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