The Tee Box is a bar, restaurant, and golf simulator venue located at 223 East St. Paul Street in Spring Valley, Illinois. It opened in 2023 and is owned by the Thompson family. The facility combines great food, entertainment, and sports in one space, offering guests a fun and family-friendly experience. It features golf simulators, private event spaces, catering services, and a full menu inspired by family recipes.
The Tee Box golf simulators allow up to four players per session. Prices vary depending on the day: Tuesday through Thursday rates start at twenty dollars for one player and fifty dollars for four players, while Friday through Sunday rates range from thirty-five dollars for one player to sixty dollars for four players. Junior players aged fifteen and under can play for twenty-five dollars with parental supervision. A weekday happy hour runs from two to five p.m., offering simulator rentals for ten dollars per hour.
Guests can book private parties for family gatherings, birthdays, or corporate events. The Tee Box offers a large private back room with couches, tables, and space for socializing. Events include access to the multi-sport simulator and custom or menu-based catering options. Customers frequently comment on the friendly staff, spacious rooms, and excellent food.
Catering services are also available for off-site events. The Tee Box specializes in homemade, fresh dishes made with local ingredients. Catering orders can be customized, and food is delivered to workplaces, homes, or event locations. Customers often praise the quality, flavor, and service of the catering team. Orders can be placed by phone at 815-554-9050 or by email at [theteeboxsv@gmail.com](mailto:theteeboxsv@gmail.com).
The menu includes several signature items inspired by family traditions. Popular choices are JT’s fried chicken served with fries and salad, Al’s potatoes made with hashbrowns, mushrooms, onions, and cheese, and a variety of homemade dishes such as Italian beef sandwiches, spinach artichoke dip, and chicken parmesan. Many of the recipes come from the Thompson family’s restaurant history, including influences from Jay’s Supper Club and J.T.’s Bar and Grill.
The idea for The Tee Box came from John and Melanie Thompson, who wanted to bring new energy to downtown Spring Valley. Melanie, the town’s mayor, focused on community revitalization, while her son Tyler added the sports bar concept. The business reflects their shared love of food, family, and local traditions. Their family members, including Kelsey, John, and younger relatives, all help operate the business, creating a warm, community-based environment.
The Tee Box partners with local suppliers such as Essl Farms, Spring Valley Bakery, Cosgrove Distributors, Wyanet Meats, and Avanti Foods to ensure the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant aims to provide not just food and golf but a complete entertainment experience for all ages. The “Tee” in the name represents both golf and the Thompson family name, symbolizing their pride in creating a place where the community can gather, eat, and play together.
For bookings, events, or general inquiries, guests can call 815-554-9049. The Tee Box continues to be a growing destination in Spring Valley for fun, great food, and friendly hospitality.
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