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    Puttery

    4.1 (257 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Jenny J.

    Puttery is an awesome indoor miniature golf experience in the West Loop. The building is clean, well maintained, and nicely decorated. When I was there, it felt just like being at a ski lodge. They also have an awesome rooftop with seating and a great view of the city. The drinks were tasty and made well and very strong. We had several drinks before attempting to golf! We also had burgers, wings, and fries, and everything was very flavorful. The golf course was cute, and we had a lot of fun. There's a leaderboard that shows the highest scores. It was crowded and we had to wait in line for the next obstacle, so patience is a must. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely return to play more miniature golf and enjoy some more drinks.

    "It's Alive" Cocktail
    Melanie B.

    We didn't do mini golf so I can't review that. Just the Halloween experience. The drinks were cute but very mid. Same with the spinach artichoke dip. Mid. They really outdid themselves with the decor. If not for the really low lighting, it would have made for some really great photo opps. I didn't hate the experience but I'm just glad we had a party to go to afterwards. Would have been disappointing had that had been our only thing to do on Halloween Service was friendly. They didn't rush us out and everything came quickly

    Tracy W.

    This was a hidden gem to discover in West Loop. A super cute, indoor multilevel putt putt with a lounge and huge roof rooftop deck. We wandered into the area to look for dinner and stumbled upon this place. Not sure what it is from the outside. But it sounds like mini golf so we had to check it out. And lo and behold it was a beautiful, really creative and cool spot. They were right in the middle of construction so the third floor was closed to prepare for Halloween or change from Halloween into Christmas theme. But we got to still do nine holes and it was really fun. The drinks were also really good and strong and the view on the balcony in the room everywhere was really cool. A great group spot or a great date spot. I'm curious what their food menu is like since they have plenty of tables. Definitely gonna come back again and bring some friends or celebrate something.

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    Jackie R.

    Came to Puttery Chicago with my partner on Friday 8/15 around 2:30pm. The person who checked us in gave a great rundown of what to expect, from the different floors to where the bar was and how to play, which was super helpful. We decided to sit inside since it was so hot, and it was nice and cool with good seats where we even caught some of the Air & Water Show pre-show. Food-wise, we shared wings (Korean BBQ, Buffalo, and Lemon Pepper) and I had the smash burger with fries. Everything was flavorful, juicy, and fresh. The lemon pepper wings especially stood out with a real lemon zest kick I wasn't expecting. Dessert was the raspberry donut cheesecake and it was beautifully presented, airy, balanced, and not overly sweet. Loved it. Playing puttery was fun and not too crowded this time, which made the whole experience even better. Great food, great vibes, and a fun afternoon overall.

    Xenia M.

    This was my second Puttery experience, but first at the Chicago location. I was a bit disappointed with the lack of instructions given by staff. Although I've been before, this location was a bit trickier to navigate. It took some time for me to track down a staff member who could direct me on where to go and what to do. Once that was settled we enjoyed the different courses. It was pretty crowded on a Friday evening so be prepared to wait a little.

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    Clarissa H.

    This is the perfect winter activity! It was my first time here and I was surprised by how cute the courses are. There's a full 18 holes too, just on two different floors. I really liked using the iPads to keep track of your score and where you're supposed to go next. The staff were helpful and friendly. There was no line to get drinks at the bar, and the drinks were pretty good!

    Nessa D.

    12/14/2025- Love this place! Great place to play mini golf with a group of friends. I visited this place because I had previously purchased tickets for the Holly Jolly Christmas Bar and I ended up staying for some mini golf. The Puttery is two stories and has a bar on both floors. The courses are challenging and are scenic. Great place for large or small groups.

    Gissell P.

    Visited Puttery for Frankenstein Mad Scientist Lab with my cousin and we had a blast! The drinks were delicious, a little strong and pricey but well worth it. Our server was attentive and super sweet. The food was amazing, I got the wings which had a lime spicy flavor and my cousin had the burger which was also really good. We also got fries with cheese on top and they were delicious! The music choice could've been better for this occasion and unfortunately the presentation of the food and drinks were not like social media had promoted them, nonetheless, it is still worth visiting this Spooky Season

    Despite the timeslot reservation requirement, the Puttery was not equipped to handle the number of patrons. The bar and serving stuff was overwhelmed and rude, the lines for all holes was very long, ans the ambience was terrible because everyone was tired and hungry. Just go to big mini putt.

    Winter golf course upstairs
    Gabi S.

    This place has such a fun ambience, many drinks, and tasty food! I came here on a a Saturday night and it wasn't too packed. It cost $25 to have unlimited play at the courses. There is one course on the main level and one on the top level. I will say it took quite some time waiting in between each turn as there are other teams ahead of you but the nice thing is you can walk around with your drink and there's places you are able to set them down at. Upon arriving I was told we could sit down anywhere and a waiter would come - that did not happen and turns out we had to walk up to the bar and ask for a waiter. We ended up ordering our food and drinks at the bar and carrying it over to our table. I had a tasty gin drink and a delicious creamy chicken and mashed potatoes with broccoli. There was some sort of issue with my card being charged 4 times when I paid for my food - but they had the manager come out and he was able to give me his information incase it did not get resolved which i appreciated the fast and kind service.

    Aditi D.

    Went to Puttery for their Frankenstein experience, and while the theme was fun, it wasn't super interactive -- mostly in the décor and cocktails. The drinks were nice but pretty average overall. I've been here before and the food is decent, but the real star is the mini golf. The course setup is amazing -- two levels, creative design, and just the right mix of challenge and fun. I especially love the Level 2 course -- it's tougher, more strategic, and makes the whole experience way more engaging. Between the vibe, setup, and playful energy, Puttery is always a fun night out. A solid spot for date night or a group hang if you're looking for something a little different.

    Rachel A.

    It was my first time here. Went for a summer work outing, we were told we had the whole 3rd floor, but when we arrived, the patio was not open and didn't open until the last hour or, so we were there. Our party arrived on time for the event, and then we still had to wait another 20 minutes before we could even go in because they said they were still setting up. Once we did get in and found were to sit, they still didn't have everything set up. The food and drinks were okay but not great. They only had 2 bartenders for almost 100 people, and I had to wait like 10 minutes just to order every time I wanted one, and they were not that great each time. The place itself is nice looking but could use moor cleaning, and the putt-putt was fun but a bit confusing at first, and there was no one around to ask for help. Once we all figured it out, it was okay, but I'm not sure if it was worth the price and effort.

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    Giulia I.

    So much fun! The ambiance is very well curated and organized to go through all holes starting from the third floor to the second. Bars are available one each floors. A recipe for a great time!

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