A Sunday in October. Leaves skittering across the patio, a nip in the air, football murmuring from somewhere inside. My father-in-law, a retired dentist with opinions about everything, had agreed to play eighteen with me.
He believed putting was a matter of character. Mine was under review.
On the 9th I faced a short, slippery downhill putt, four feet, maybe less. He watched me the way he once watched molars. I hit it too firm. It rattled in anyway, hard against the back of the cup.
"Lucky," he said. Then, after a pause: "Let's eat."
The buffalo chicken dip came out to our patio table warm and bubbling. A creamy blend of slow-roasted chicken and cream cheese, rich and comforting as an old wool blanket. Over the top, a scattering of pico de gallo, bright and fresh, a little confetti thrown over a quiet celebration. Alongside, crispy house-made tortilla chips, sturdy enough to scoop, light enough to forget you've had fourteen.
He scooped first. He scooped again. He said nothing for several minutes, which, from him, is a standing ovation.
On the back nine he started calling me by my first name. On the 16th he offered me his putter to try. I sank a long lag with it. He told me to keep it until next Sunday, which I understood to mean there would be a next Sunday.
Customer reviews
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Came for the putting, stayed for the food. The double smash burger is unreal, crispy edges and that bacon jam. We ended up sitting on the patio for two hours after our round.
Jessica M.
Winter Garden
Ordered a round of BarTender's Choice cocktails from the course and they found us on the 11th. The Birdie Juice is dangerously good. Already planning our next visit.
Marcus T.
Nashville
The kids ran between the playground and our table the whole time. Tenders were hot and crispy, and they were thrilled with the chips. Easiest family night we've had in months.
Alicia R.
Dallas @ The Colony
Honestly didn't expect a golf spot to have food this good. The ahi tuna nachos and miso salmon were both a hit. The course itself is legit too, real breaks and tiers.
Dan P.
Palm Beach
Brunch on the patio before an early round is our new Sunday thing. Chicken and waffles with Mike's Hot Honey, a Hair of the Bird, and a lag putt I'm still bragging about.
Priya K.
Orlando
Lost at cornhole, won at ping pong, and the wings made up for both. Staff kept checking on us without hovering. Great spot for a group.
Chris L.
Tampa
The Tequila Creamsicle tastes like summer camp for adults. Paired it with the Korean steak tacos after our round and watched the sunset from the patio. Perfect night.
Morgan B.
Winter Garden
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Grilled Wings
Jumbo brined wings, available in homemade BBQ, mild, hot, garlic parmesan, mango habanero, sweet heat, hot BBQ, honey-roasted garlic, or Nashville hot dry rub. Served with your choice of blue cheese or ranch.
$18.50
Nachos
Crispy corn tortillas topped with pico de gallo, jalapenos, queso, avocado lime crema, and guacamole. Add chicken or seasoned beef for $4
$14
Ahi Tuna Nachos
Fresh ahi tuna* atop crisp wonton chips, sweet sriracha aioli, and a medley of avocado, cucumber, mango, and jalapenos. Finished with sesame seeds, onion relish, cilantro, and carrots. * Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
$20