The Yard Mini Golf

The Yard in Vale do Lobo is an open-air venue that brings two spaces together: a colourful mini golf course and a beer garden and grill. The idea is simple: play a round, then settle in with food and drinks, or the other way round, all outdoors in a relaxed, sociable setting.

The mini golf

The course is designed for friendly competition between families and friends, with plenty of colour and character along the way. It works as a laid-back afternoon round or a more playful challenge once the evening lights come on. The venue pitches it as suitable for all ages, so it is an easy pick for mixed groups with children, grandparents and everyone in between.

Food and drink

Next to the course, the beer garden serves a menu built for sharing. Expect small plates such as chicken or cauliflower wings, guacamole with corn chips, piri-piri prawns, Portuguese pica pau steak bites and bruschetta on house-made focaccia. Burgers and baps come with fresh-cut fries, including a double smash burger, buttermilk fried chicken, pulled pork, a chimichurri steak option and a bean and quinoa plant-based burger. There are sides like loaded dirty fries and slaw, a chicken Caesar salad, and desserts including soft serve, a warm brownie and a berry mess.

Children have their own menu with chicken strips and smaller burgers. The drinks list covers cocktails (including a mango and Tajín margarita as the house signature), alcohol-free cocktails, draught and bottled beers, self-serve beer towers, spirits, and a wine list focused on Portuguese regions alongside some French rosés and Champagnes.

Live music and sport

Live sport is a big part of the place, with large screens for football and other matches. Live music runs on several nights each week, and the venue also hosts DJ sets, comedy nights and themed events.

Practical points

Walk-ins are welcome, but booking a table is recommended, particularly on match days, weekends and event nights. Groups are welcome, and larger parties are asked to get in touch in advance. Children are welcome too, though the atmosphere can get busier and louder during matches, live music and evening events. Everything is outdoors, so it suits fair-weather days and warm evenings.