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CrackerJax
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Categories: Golf, Amusement Parks, Playgrounds [Edit]
16001 N Scottsdale RoadScottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 998-1700
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14 reviews for CrackerJax
During both spring training and the MSBL tournament, we usually come here. Either we are getting in shape for our season or SG is working something out during the tournament. Either way, we are at the batting cages at some point. We nearly never do anything else here, but there are lots of options.
There are about 8 cages for batting. 3 of them have slow pitch softball, 1 fast pitch softball, and the rest varying speeds of baseball. I, of course, stick to the slow pitch. I typically hit around 80-100 pitches. They are $1.25 for 20 pitches. Pretty reasonable! So many places really jack up the price, but this place is fair.
The pitching machines are pretty accurate. We really have not had any trouble with them. They can get crowded, but at least people cannot reserve a cage by time. The cages themselves are outdoor and you can hit and actually see where your ball goes. I love that part, it seems more real. I had when you hit in a box, you really have no concept of distance. I know its all about form, but end result goes a long way!
We will just keep going back to this place. It is very convenient to where we stay in Scottsdale and maybe we will try something else there next time.
They did have this great setup for kids with a waterballoon toss. Too fun! I am also a sucker for the race cars. It's on the to do list.
What's not to like? They have go-karts, bumper boats, two mini golf courses, batting cages, sand volleyball court, video games and a double decker driving range. Seriously, if you can't have fun here you need to get some professional help to get over your depression.
I go with buddies to use the driving range. It's great for lazy people - use the ground level because you don't have to bend over to tee up the ball.
We also go with "the boys" who are 4 and 7. The 7 year old likes the driving range (look out Tiger!) and they both love the carts/boats/golf/video games. Dave and Busters (Desert Ridge at the 101 and Tatum) has a lot more video games but this place has a nice selection along with air hockey.
Enjoy!
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With coupon this place isn't bad overall. The go-carts are decent, if your child is tall enough to use them. Bumper boats are decent too.
The miniature golf courses are lame. Several of them have underground tubes that trap your ball, and they don't have clearly indicated starting locations for where one is supposed to tee off.
Arcade is quite small, and the snack bar has a rather limited menu.
Only upside I can see is that it feels less likely that I'll be shot here than I would be over at Castles 'n Coasters.
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This review is based on their mini-golf and that alone. Everything else looked pretty useless as well but the mini-golf was an absolute joke. They had 3 courses to choose from and all three were very poorly designed and run down like the place has been around for 20+ years. If you want a real mini-golf experience I suggest going to Castles and Coasters.
Yes, I survived March Break ! This place is something kids will like (not 4 moi though). Tuesdays is a GR8 deal: wristband is $15 (i think it is $25 on other days). This provides 4 hrs of playtime on bumber boats, go-karts, and all 3 of their mini-golf courses. Pretty good deal - I would not suggest going here in summer months at all - you will get heat-stroke!
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The 4 stars are only for the Golf. CrackerJax is good to blow of some steam, relax and shoot some white balls, sorry they don't have any blue balls though. Miniature golf has some blue balls if you prefer them.
Indoor play area with video games, Chuck E Cheese style games and YES you even get tickets and you can get toys with them. YIPEE !!!!
The eating area is so-so, not a fan of an empty kitchen and eating area, so you know the food has been sitting around for awhile.
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Done dates here. Taken kids here. Got into a fender bender here when my wet foot (dang bumper boats) slipped off of my brake while wearing my no-traction shoes. Yea, that's just mentioned as a warning to the drivers - don't wait until the end to do the bumper boats. Even if it is getting a little chilly. Or at least go dry your feet first. Anyhow...
It's a great place for dates, kids or just acting like kids with a bunch of friends. We really like the mini-golf. It's a decent course and there usually isn't too much of a crowd in the evenings. On a weekend afternoon though - watch out. Even in the heat folks will be out here on a regular basis.
Absolute top though has to be the go karts. No bumping is allowed -which kind of makes sense on this track as you actually go fairly fast. While most of the cars are in good condition, at least someone in your group will normally complain that they had a bad car stating that is the only reason they weren't wiping the floor with all of us. Whatever.
My go kart driving skills could kick their go kart driving skills any day. Well, unless I had a big meal, or it was hot, or got a bad car....
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Driving "home" after a long day of baseball and a movie, my husband and I noticed a miniature golf establishment and decided to go in to play a round. CrackerJax was sort of like Scandia, but I don't remember there ever being bumber boats at Scandia... They had a wide variety of activities from batting cages to mini go-karts for the little kiddies. We played a round of mini golf and had a great time.
This place would be totally fun for families (there were many there) as well as the teen crowd...or in our case the 20-something crowd. We paid $6 each for a round of mini golf...which I think is a good price...but don't have too much comparison. If you don't mind a lot of screaming little kids, then this place is a blast.
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It's like most family fun places, but seems to have a lot more. It had miniature golf, batting cages, go karts, bumper boats, arcade games *and* sand/beach volleyball and a driving range. The best part? The automatic tees that come up with your ball and the fact the balls load themselves. No more carrying around a bucket for the truly lazy ;) Overall it seemed pretty clean as well. I didn't eat there so I can't say much on the food.
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This oversized playground makes for a great date night or not-sure-what-to-do-with-yourself-on-a-lazy-aftern oon day.
Mini golf, go carts, batting cages, a driving range . . . they pretty much have it all. I am a sucker for a good arcade game from time to time, so with all that combined this place has no choice but be pretty cool.
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I like to go to cracker jax to play mini golf. The courses are really fun and you can get away with playing them as many times as you want. Cracker Jax also offers bumper boats, arcade games, go karts, a batting cage, and a driving range. It is not exactly my cup of tea anymore, but I do still enjoy the driving range, batting cage, and mini golf.
Cracker Jax would make a great date or place to bring the little ones.
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My husband and I were in search of a fun date place and Cracker Jax fit the bill. Located on Scottsdale Rd it's very easy to spot and bonus points that it is open until midnight. We enjoyed putt putt even though we're both terrible. He got his kicks at the batting range and we later went inside to play air hockey among other arcade games. The reason I'm not giving it 4 stars is the bathroom. The women's side was a mess with all but one stall sans toilet paper. The floor was covered in mud and the much needed toilet paper sat on the floor. We were also bummed that they stop serving food at a certain time so we got icees instead. Clean up the bathrooms and serve food later and this place would be golden.
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This location is a good trek for us, so we've only been here once. First impression was, Whoa! Much bigger than some of the parks we'd been to. There were the usuall offerings-- miniature golf, go karts, bumper boats, batting cages, arcade, restaurant. They also had kiddie go-karts and bumber boats to keep those under the height requirements happy. There was a multi-level driving range and an 18-hole putting course.
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So there are two reasons why I come here. I come here about once a week to the driving range to hit balls, and LOVE it. You need to be sure to get the specials that are advertised, otherwise it can be expensive. There is always a place to play, and I've never had to wait. Also, my niece was in town and we took her to the go-karts. Super Fun! They say that you get five minutes, but it was at least ten, and a huge course. Once again, look on-line, they have coupons. This is a great place to take kids, or as adults, the driving range is awesome.
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