Flushing Meadows Golf Center

I came here for pitch and putt with a few friends and we all had a great time. There are 18 holes.
This was my first time going for pitch and putt, for those that don’t know what that’s like, it like a fusion between actual golf and mini golf. Each hole is 3 hits to par, just remember to get the score chart paper when you pay for admission/​clubs (if you don’t have your own driver or putter). I came here with 2 friends and the whole course of 18 holes took us approximately 2 hours, which is much longer than we anticipated (we’re beginners).
So prepare to spend some time here and have fun! They’re opened until late, call and check for hours.

The mini golf place is a dump… don’t go. The so called running water and beautiful waterfall is not running. If you like dirty water, mosquitoes and stench then go.

Fun place to come and enjoy and afternoon with the guys. The course is usually well groomed and the greens are fast. Hole 10 is the longest @ 85 yards. Been to a few pitch n putts in the Long Island area and this is one of the better courses I’ve played. The bonus is the refrigerated concession cart that travels the course offering beer, soda and snacks… the downside to this place is that the price has gone way up in the decade or so I’ve come. Was around $ 11 or $ 12 bucks a few years ago. Weekend fee is now $ 18.50…this won’t prevent me from going my 2 times a season.

There are two options here: mini-​golf and Pitch and Putt. Pitch and putt lengths are from 40 yards to the longest about 60 or 70 yards. We decided to try pitch and putt as I had never done it before. We were told by our friends that it could get crowded here but when we came on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, it was just the perfect amount of people. There were people in front of us and behind us but none of us felt rushed. I guess it just depends.
The grounds are relatively well kept, with some parts better than others. There was the occasional trash laying around but not too bad. There is an area that sells food and beer before you start and along the course, there is a man who drives around in a cart selling beers. Beers were $ 4 for Coors to $ 6 for Sam Adams and they even take credit card! I loved that beer cart, as it was awesome to be able to get a cold beer while in the middle of the course on a hot day.
Prices for Pitch and Putt for 2 adults with renting clubs were $ 50. They take credit card and you get to keep your set of golf balls.
An extra plus were the ground hogs we saw around the course! It was so cute to see them climb from their burrows and shuffle around.
Pitch and putt is 18 holes and it took us about 2 hours to get through the course. There were four of us and we were moving a bit slower so it could have probably gone faster.
Important note: if bringing very young children, it may be easier to do mini-​golf as we were advised by the supervisor not to let young children out of the stroller due to potential fungicides on the grass.

For $ 9 miniature golf it’s okay. For NYC standards, I guess this isn’t so bad although I had so many mosquito bites so not a fan of evening golf. The 18 hole course actually looks nice and it’s open til 1am. Really?

Yes I’m a newb. So my review is highly unreliable unless you’re a newb like myself. Then my review is highly relevant!
First time at a pitch and putt after only having a handful of mini golf experiences under my belt. But this is a great place to progress your golf game. No one is a pro here so you’re not under any pressure to speed through the rounds. The groups can be slow around each hole but you’re with friends so enjoy your time! The golf cart lady sure comes back often enough to offer up beers!
The grass is well maintained. And flood lights at night make it a great night outing!

$ 9.00 bucks for an adult not that expensive but not cheap either. The course is pretty tight and the holes are all pretty much the same, no real challenges expect some water hazards. I think next time I will do the par 3 course since it looked pretty nice.

Mini golf in Queens accessible by 7 train. What more to say. It’s a small cute and best of all, cheap, miniature golf course that you can get to from the 7 train (or via driving of course).
A perfect spot if you want a silly date that is more than drinking at a bar.
The holes aren’t the fancy mountains you get down south in tourist spots. It’s not a super manicured pirate mountain, or knights castle. Just a bit of astroturf surrounding a small series of ponds and a stream.
Despite being run by the Park’s Department, it feels like an old mom and pop operation. The people in the booth are chit chatting with their regulars, and it can feel like they are a little bothered to help customers, but, in my actual interaction with them, they were perfectly friendly.
Not much more to say. Come here to kill about 45 minutes for up to 4 people in a group for cheap. Try to avoid it when it’s crowded though, so you need not wait your turn at each hole.

Mini golf was so much fun! It was a bit difficult to get here but I associate that with the US Open security. Really enjoyed coming here and the prices are great!

the first time i came here, it was a bit before close. we had one hole left and when it was time, they shut off ALL the lights. I understand that theres a closing time, but we paid for the whole thing which isn’t cheap.

I love that they sell beer etc!!! :-)

How many places can you go in the city that has miniature golf? I’ve gone here maybe three times and I had a good time. Classic 18-​hole course, be careful not to lose your ball. I did that twice. Fortunately they weren’t too strict about making sure I returned it.
They have a little concession stand for burgers and fries and picnic tables to eat it there. Nothing too special.
I wanna go back for their pitch & putt course. That looks like fun. Overall a good time without breaking the bank

One of the nice little hidden gems in Queens that offers novice golfers (like myself) a chance to work on their short game. The Par 3 Pitch and Put in the middle of the park is a clean and quiet course that makes for a fun afternoon for those who want to practice their wedges and irons. Price is very affordable (under $ 20), and the wait time is usually minimal.
Night time is just as fun as the course is well-​lit (aside from the 18^th hole) and there is usually no wait. The golf center also has a good supply of irons, wedges, and putters even if they are a bit worn out. Just make sure you bring an extra set of golf balls as it is very easy to lose them. This one managed to lose 3 balls on a single hole!
If the Par 3 is too threatening, you can definitely try your hand on the mini-​golf course. That course is certainly more family friendly, and you are much less likely to lose your golf balls.

This review is for the pitch and putt. Always open even on the coldest of days. This is a 3 par course and it’s about $ 14 per person to play, the concession stand sells beer in cans if you’re interested for a reasonable price.
It’s a fun time to go with friends and it’s a good medium level between mini golf and large courses.

THIS REVIEW IS FOR THE MINI-​GOLF COURSE EXPERIENCE…
I’m mad at Groupon. How dare they lure me into getting a bargain, at this supposedly «great» golf center in Queens. People, this place is atrocious! Hold onto your greenbacks and stay away. Stay far away, friends.
After spending a weekend in Ocean City, Maryland a few years ago, and playing miniature golf in one of the many, many locations littered throughout Ocean City, I had high hopes that Flushing Meadows would do equal justice as one of the very few places available for mini-​golf in Queens. But reality hit me hard and my dreams were dashed as this place is a total embarrassment. They’ve obviously spent a total of zero minutes at an actual mini-​golf location, replete with fun, and colorful, and challenging courses. This can only explain the shambles that they’ve passed off as a mini-​golf course.
Sure, maybe, it’s located in a nice area of Flushing Meadows Park, right by the tennis courts and stadiums, and perhaps you’ll pass by the gigantic and beautiful Unisphere as you walk on over there, and yes, you will probably enjoy being outdoors on a beautiful spring, summer, fall evening because it’s an outdoors mini-​golf course. But based strictly on the course itself, this is one of the lamest activities around.
It’s 18-​hole course is pretty one-​note, and short-​lived. You can get through it within 30 minutes or so, but why would you want to? It’s dirty, uninteresting, crowded, and flat out, plain boring. We had stopped around the 11^th hole because I not only had to go to the bathroom, but I had to escape the fear of running into the two rabidly dangerous and agile RACOONS we spotted as we were playing golf at night. Seriously, don’t risk the chance of contracting rabies to play a dreary game of miniature golf at this place!
We had hamburgers and fries that were actually quite decent, but I saw a ton of gnats in the relish container, and was completely grossed out, thereafter. I wanted this experience to be a memorable one for the bf as his first time playing mini-​golf, but I’m assuming it was memorable to him for all the wrong reasons. I’ll have to take him to Ocean City, MD one of these days, to show him how it’s really done.
I’m certainly never going to come back here, or suggest this place to friends. Or, enemies. And as for your punishment Groupon, you’re on a time-​out, mister!
P. S. — The guy behind the counter seems to be in a perpetually, agitated mood and really unfriendly to deal with. He’s kind of a sour-​puss. Boo.

The pitch-​and-​putt looks pretty fun, but we only played the mini golf.
The course is hidden in the northeast corner of the park next to the ramp from the Mets subway/​LIRR stop (despite where Unilocal has placed their marker in the middle of Meadow Lake).
$ 8 per person gets you a full 18 holes on a naturalistic course complete with a soothing stream (sorry, no windmills). It isn’t perfectly maintained; there were wet spots and weeds. However, given the dearth of mini golf in this town I’ll take it.
Honestly, the best part? $ 10 pitchers of beer from the concession stand with several picnic tables in the shade, making this a secret beer garden in one of the city’s great parks.

Since I’m not in any way qualified to speak of the «grown-​up» course, this review is strictly for the mini-​golf. …Oh mini-​golf how I loathe and love thee. Alas! You are so frustrating and yet so amusing.
This is a very spare, utilitarian course on which to let out your inner Happy Gilmore. There are no giant castles or clowns or any sort of kitschy, gimmicky obstacles. I guess that could be either good or bad depending on your view. Personally, I prefer my mini-​golf with a side of kitsch. But with no other cheap, nearby options Flushing Meadows is just fine as a once a season novelty.
Clearly, the designers of the course wanted to use as little space as possible while keeping the players moving. All of the holes are quite close together. There’s not really any room (or seating) to hang around if you’re waiting for people in front of you. That hasn’t been a problem in my visits because I make an effort to go at off times. Given the layout, I imagine the greens would get very backed up and unpleasant when busy.
I can’t honestly say whether the course is at all «challenging» for more experienced players. The holes aren’t that interesting nor very different from each other. However, I can say it was tough enough for me that I had some club swinging mini tantrums a la Happy G.
The deets? Located on the northernmost edge of the park, near the tennis center. If you’re coming from the #7 (Willets Pt. stop /​Roosevelt avenue park entrance), the Golf Center is on your left when you reach the end of the bridge and ramp. Parking is free, but somewhat hidden and limited. Last tee is midnight during the summer. They close at dusk in the off-​season.
All in all, a relatively inexpensive and entertaining way to enjoy some outdoor time with loved ones.

Pros:
— Pitch n’ putt is fantastic
— Open late (play under the lights)
— Easy commute via the 7 train
— Great for amateurs (longest hole is 80 yards)
— $ 10 brew pitchers while you wait
Cons:
— Price (including balls/​clubs)
— Traffic jams on the course
— Beverage cart guy is evil
— Evey other green is dirt
Verdict:
Pitch n’ putt in New York City — too good to be true? Maybe. Flushing Meadows is easy to get to, rather cheap (if you don’t rent clubs) and open late. But the service is lousy (especially the beverage cart guy), the greens are often not green (they look like sand traps from afar), and the club rental and balls are pricey. Sure, cheap pitchers at the «clubhouse» are great, but the overall experience is just A-​OK.
Tip: Bring your own clubs and balls! Renting is NOT cheap. $ 2 per club and $ 5 for 3 balls. That’s where they get you.

I came here on a Sunday afternoon after brunch around 3:00. The weather was perfect! My friends and I are no golf pros, but we wanted something more challenging than mini golf and we found it here.
To start, we showed up with nothing– no clubs, no balls– so we had to rent everything. All in all, to rent the clubs and buy the balls (which, mind you, only come in 3 packs for $ 5…) it came out to $ 23 a person. Not too bad. There was a bit of a wait before we could get onto the course since it was definitely busy. The wait seemed like nothing with $ 10 pitchers available. The course doesn’t allow you to bring outside drinks, but you can definitely get in on $ 10 pitchers, and if you’re adventurous, you can carry the pitchers around with you on the course. After a 30 min wait, it was our turn to play.
The holes were great for short game (range about 40 – 65 yds per hole) and some holes are in better shape than others. At some holes, the «green» looked more like a sand trap. Because it was busy, there was often stoppage while playing and you had to wait for the people in front of you to finish the hole before you could move on.
The major complaint that I have here though is the service. The guy that was prepping us for the course was none too friendly. Also, there’s a guy that rides around in a cart selling beer on the course and he was downright rude. I ended up not wanting to buy drinks from him at all because was so unfriendly! For someone with such a simple job on a nice day, he was an asshole. I don’t like to swear but seriously, this guy sucked.
Anyway, if you have a few hours to kill on a nice day, this is a place you should check out. Be wary of the rude service and prices. Bring your own clubs and balls.

I’m strictly reviewing the mini golf here. And I’d say 3.5 stars.
It’s like $ 7 per person to play on their 18 hole mini golf course. Pretty cheap activity, and it’s always fun. For the most part, the course is well maintained, except for the stagnant water they have between the holes. But, whatever.
The people you get the clubs from are very «whatever» about everything. In fact, my boyfriend got pissy and frustrated and ended up tossing his club in the water. We couldn’t retrieve it, and returned their clubs minus one and they didn’t seem to notice. In fact, once you’re done, I’m pretty sure you can just start over again and they won’t give a damn.
Good place to go with friends when you’ve got nothing else to do.