East River 9 - Houston

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New lighted Par 3 course East River 9 is set to open for play Friday. The restaurant and bar are open now.

I'm pretty excited about this and nabbed a tee time for an night round next week. Looks like lots of tee times available online.

Pictures so far looks like they've done a good job on the golf course and the overall development.
AustinCountyAg
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I just saw this on instagram over the weekend. I am very curious how it plays. From what I've gathered it seems that course is set up really well. Please post back on how it is.
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Looking forward to trying it as well. Curious how the night option will be in that area.
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Is the posted rate for 9, or can you go around again to make 18?
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Thought the same thing when I booked and it seems like it's for 18.

It's nine holes but two sets of tees so it plays like two separate distinct nines. I also see that each tee has a mat and a grass surface.

It's like $40 for a night round. That also seems steep for only 9 holes so I'm assuming that's an 18 hole rate.
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Not really an area I'd choose to be after dark
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Ag_07 said:

Thought the same thing when I booked and it seems like it's for 18.

It's nine holes but two sets of tees so it plays like two separate distinct nines. I also see that each tee has a mat and a grass surface.

It's like $40 for a night round. That also seems steep for only 9 holes so I'm assuming that's an 18 hole rate.

Let us know if it was for 9 or 18, please.
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Ag_07 said:

Thought the same thing when I booked and it seems like it's for 18.

It's nine holes but two sets of tees so it plays like two separate distinct nines. I also see that each tee has a mat and a grass surface.

It's like $40 for a night round. That also seems steep for only 9 holes so I'm assuming that's an 18 hole rate.
I am fairly certain its $40 for nine.
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They don't even give you the option to book for 18 which is why I was assuming it says 9 because they only have 9 holes.

We play Wed evening so I'll find out soon and report back how it plays and overall experience.
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That rate on the website is clearly for 9 holes.
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And IIRC no kids allowed even though they had a STPGA event for Juniors there the other day to celebrate opening.
Sucks bc 9 is perfect for a lot of kids and could really help to get kids into the sport... And oh yeah get families there spending money on food and drink. Young professionals downtown will hit it for a year then move on to next flavor
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trip98 said:

And IIRC no kids allowed even though they had a STPGA event for Juniors there the other day to celebrate opening.
Sucks bc 9 is perfect for a lot of kids and could really help to get kids into the sport... And oh yeah get families there spending money on food and drink. Young professionals downtown will hit it for a year then move on to next flavor
Is this true? If so, that's terrible.
ElCheAg
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Sucks for the kids. So it's 21 and up?
AustinCountyAg
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sooooo how was the course?
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I don't think this is true. From website:
25% OFF GOLF + PICKLEBALL FOR JUNIORS UNDER 18, 5TH WARD AND 2ND WARD RESIDENTS
Bondag
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What about 1st ward?
AgLA06
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Bondag said:

What about 1st ward?


No one cares.


Soooo how was it?!?
trip98
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Just checked again and it does say kids are allowed. Which I wondered as it seemed so odd.
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AustinCountyAg said:

sooooo how was the course?
Ag_07
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We're playing tonight so I'll report back later on course, facilities, etc.
ElCheAg
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Ag_07 said:

We're playing tonight so I'll report back later on course, facilities, etc.

And if you don't mind, time it took you to complete the 9 holes. Thank you!
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Pinche Guero said:

Not really an area I'd choose to be after dark
StEdsCOOG
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My brother and his friends watched G5 of the World Series there at the bar and they enjoyed it. Said he had one of the best chicken sandwiches he's ever had and everyone else liked their food. No golfers in the group so I can't speak for the course.
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Just got back. We teed off at 640 and it took about 1:45 to play 9. Green fees are for 9 holes but they have 2 sets of tees with one that plays longer. So you can choose which set you wanna play. We hung out and drank a few beers afterward.

The course is awesome and fun but the bar/restaurant and overall facilities are the star of the show. It's a fantastic setup to have pre or post round beers and just hang out. Think Cedar Creek meets Kirby Ice House with a golf course. Tons of space, outdoor TVs, picnic tables, Adirondack chairs, bar tables, etc.

As for the course it's fun. Nothing more than a 165 yard shot. It's a par 3 course so the tee shots aren't all that challenging but the green complexes are great. Lots of undulating greens with shared greens so if you're long it can be quite an adventure. Handful of well placed bunkers that suck if you're in. Greens rolled nice and true. Bottom line...Highly recommend.

Overall it's just a fun setup that's great for a family outing. Bring the wife and kids and let them drink and play while you get in a fun round.

Only complaint is they need a bit more lights. You can see just fine but it would help to have a few more. Not a deal breaker but more a suggestion. Also I think they need to embrace the laid back chill vibes and add a centrally located refreshment station where you can re-up on drinks and snacks.








Ag_07
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Oh yeah...I never felt unsafe.
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is their anything for kids to do there? How crowded was it? Were they pairing up everyone to make 4 some's?
Do they have carry bags for rent? All my golfing buddies all got the obnoxious over sized cart bags
Ag_07
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I mean it's kid friendly. The putting green is huge and there were small kids running around putting. There's no playground or sandbox or anything but there's plenty of open space for kids to run and play. I'll be returning with my 5 and 2 year old.

It's super relaxed and chill. No they weren't pairing people up. There wasn't even a starter. It's more like 'Hey what was your tee time? Oh yeah...You're up we're after that'. I don't think they have walking bags to rent but they do have push carts to rent. Not sure on the price of those as I just carried my stand bag with long irons and drivers left at home.

Pace of play was nice. Not super crowded. We waited a couple times on the early tee boxes but we all mentioned that it's so chill waiting didn't bother us. We drank beers, smoked cigars, enjoyed the views and it was actually nice.

Buy a couple beers before teeing off and stuff em in your bag and go.
trip98
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So my kid is almost 13 and golfs.... Plays some STPGA events... Nothing special but can hit the ball well.
Think the course would be okay for him?
Sounds like it would
Ag_07
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For what exactly?

For him to go out and grind to work things to prep for competitive play? No. That's not what this place is for

For him to get out and relax and knock around with buddies? Absolutely

Like I said think low key chill not everyone is there to play golf type place.
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Thanks for the review and pics. Will definitely give it a try in the future.
Matsui
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Thanks for the review!
MAROON
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Popped over for lunch and to check this out. It's packed here.
What do you boys want for breakfast BBQ ?.....OK Chili.
jonj101
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As mentioned, it's pretty chill out here. Will try the wings in a minute.
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Went there this afternoon to hit the range and chip & putt on the practice range. Very unsafe and not fun
at all… nope, don't need it to get packed
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