Great Shots is a “choose your own adventure experience,” according to director of operations Rich Drawdy.
“We have multiple bars, patios, and several event spaces in addition to 56 different hitting bays,” he described. “Whether you’re here for a birthday party, a happy hour, or just to grab a bite and get some swings in, there is a space for you to enjoy with great service there to make it an amazing experience every time.”
Summertime is busy with the attraction opening 9 a.m. every day from Memorial Day to Labor Day, hosting everything from bachelor/bachelorette parties, wedding rehearsal gatherings, golf lessons, company parties and anniversaries, and summer camps and church groups.
Displaying the city’s largest TV with a 27-foot screen, Great Shots has been buzzing with World Cup fans satiating their appetites with popular items like the Sirloin Beef Chislic, White Cheddar Cheese Curds, wings, and burgers and consuming tasty drinks in a souvenir cup.
“Our chef team makes many of our items from scratch and puts their own spin on all of our sauces,” said Drawdy. “It’s not just your typical driving range concessions. People are always commenting about how good the food is.”
A new menu just dropped on June 15 featuring items like Homemade Pizza Rolls (mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, Italian sausage in a wonton wrapper, and served with marinara), Taco Pizza (taco sauce, mozzarella, cheddar, taco meat, tomatoes, black olives, lettuce, tortilla chips, and chipotle creme) and Brisket BBQ pizza (BBQ sauce, mozzarella, cheddar, smoked brisket, red onion, and roasted red pepper).
The newest items are already going fast, Drawdy says, along with other go-tos like the Tee Line Tacos with tequila lime chicken, caramelized onions, chipotle cream sauce, cilantro, feta, corn tortillas, and a lime wedge.
When asked what the most popular drink is at Great Shots, Drawdy simply said “Busch Light.” Cocktail-wise, the Spicy Margarita, Bloody Mary and Old Fashioned are hits, along with the Master’s Azalea with Ketel One Vodka, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and a spoonful of grenadine “for a nice afternoon cooler.”
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APPETIZERS & SHAREABLES
Loaded Chili Cheese Fries
Crispy wavy fries topped with chili, cheddar, green onion with seasoned sour cream.
Thai Ginger Shrimp
Lightly-breaded and fried shrimp tossed in Thai ginger sauce and served with coleslaw.
SALADS
Blackened Salmon Salad
Blacked spiced salmon, mixed green, peppers, onions, avocado, egg, and balsamic vinaigrette.
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Spinach, feta, bacon, sliced strawberries, red onion, and raspberry vinaigrette.
HANDHELDS
Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Blackened spiced chicken breast, peppers and onions, lettuce, tomato, chipotle cream sauce, and a toasted bun.
Golf Club Sandwich
Applewood smoked turkey, ham, lettuce, swiss, cheddar, bacon jam, mayo, and tomatoes on sourdough.
BURGERS
Caddie Shack Mac Attack
Topped with mac and cheese, and cheddar and bacon on a toasted bun.
The Melt Down
Cheddar, swiss, bacon jam, mushrooms, and caramelized onions on sourdough bread.
PASTA & RICE
Garlic Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
Steamed basmati rice, kogi marinated chargrilled chicken breast, red peppers, onions broccoli, and fresh cilantro.
Chicken Rosa
Penne pasta, garlic, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, broccoli and spinach in a rosa sauce, topped with a grilled chicken breast.
PIZZA
Breakfast Pizza
Country gravy, scrambled eggs, spiced sausage, bacon bits, and mozzarella.
Buffalo Chicken
Buffalo sauce, thinly-sliced chicken, caramelized onion, mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch drizzle.
DESSERT
Mini Cheesecake Flight
Vanilla cheesecake topped four different ways: raspberry, blueberry, caramel, and Oreo crumb.
Triple Chocolate Cake
Layered chocolate and white chocolate cake topped with whipped cream and mint.
There’s also plenty to choose from the menu for kids as well.
“Of course we’ve got the chicken tenders and cheese burgers to please the kiddos with a Shirley Temple, but that Cookie Brownie Skillet is the true star of the table,” said Drawdy. “It’s gone in seconds.”
Great Shots is also known for brunch, prepping guests for their swing with a mimosa and food items like the Breakfast Burrito, Breakfast Bowl, and Breakfast Sandwich.
Drawdy says Sunday Fundays are filled with laughing at bad shots in the bays, gloating at beating friends at golf games, and finishing up the afternoon with watching their team win on the big screen in the main bar.
“Whether you’re enjoying the range features or scheduling a lesson with one of our golf academy professionals, Great Shots really is a great place to tune up your game no matter your age.”
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“The bar area will be busy with sports. We’ll have all the final round coverage for the weekly PGA Tour events, World Cup games, tennis championships, and MLB action, among others,” said Drawdy.
The bays are full of games for all ages, including Bullseye, Hit It! Long Drive Challenge, Closest to the Pin, Cannon Bowl, Magic Pond, and Scrapyard.
“If you just enjoy seeing the ball fly, or want to compete with your group on 18 holes of golf at Sutton Bay or Pebble Beach, there is a game for all to enjoy,” said Drawdy.
Guests can have fun well into the evening with late night happy hour Sunday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to close and Friday and Saturday 9 p.m. to close. Specials include $3 select beers and cocktails, $4 chips and salsa and house wine, and $5 appetizers like Pretzel Bites and Cinnamon Sugar Bites.
This month Drawdy suggests coming by for a “sneaky good spot” to watch the Sioux Falls Air Show July 18-19, or to come by all weekend for stay-cationers during July 4.
Either way, the attraction is a great place for active, summer fun with both air conditioned and outdoor options throughout the day and night.
“It’s definitely rare to see a covered or lit up driving range in the evening,” said Drawdy. “You add in the Trackman Technology in every bay, attach that driving range to a couple of sports bars with the largest TV in South Dakota, all the event space you would need to host almost any party, and you’ve got a recipe for the perfect entertainment venue.”
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