These Top Golf Club Food & Beverage Experiences Elevate Your Trip
Personalized hospitality, curated menus, and a behind-the-scenes look at how Dormie Network offers the best golf club dining.
When golfers think back on their most memorable rounds, it’s often not just the course they remember, but the entire experience. The warm welcome. The cocktail made exactly how they like it. The perfectly timed dinner shared with friends.
Golf may bring members through the gates, but it’s the golf club hospitality—the food, the drinks, the attention to detail—that keeps them coming back. At Dormie Network, food and beverage aren’t just amenities. They’re a defining part of the luxury golf club experience. From pre-round espresso to post-round bourbon, every touchpoint is curated to enhance comfort, surprise, and enjoyment.
Dormie Network delivers top-tier golf club dining that turns a great trip into something unforgettable. This is how food and beverage elevate every moment at Victoria National—and across the entire Network.
Golf, Dine, Stay, Repeat
Across Dormie Network’s collection of destination golf clubs, dining is thoughtfully woven into every stage of a member’s visit.
At Victoria National, the Network’s top 100 course in Indiana, Food and Beverage Director Dustin Bergman estimates that close to 95% of a member’s day involves some form of engagement with food and beverage.
Here’s what that might look like when staying at Victoria National. It starts with a fresh-brewed coffee or a light breakfast in the cottage or clubhouse before teeing off. Kari Rogers, Assistant General Manager at Victoria National, recommends refueling with lunch at Café Vic—or having it delivered right to your cart for uninterrupted play. Then, swing by the Turtle Shack on the back nine for a quick refresh before taking on The Gauntlet.
After the round, it’s cocktails at the bar, appetizers or dinner in the private Bridges Room, or a meal in the cottage. Groups often finish the night with bourbon and cigars around the fire pit at the cottage.
The Food & Beverage Team Elevates the Dining Experience
Smoked Old Fashioned made with Buffalo Trace
Each Dormie Network club has a talented food and beverage team that navigates the needs of a fast-paced season while constantly raising the bar for service and execution. The food and beverage team is built around collaboration and growth—whether running food, crafting cocktails, or resetting the dining room, everyone plays a role. Leadership is hands-on and present, working alongside the team to ensure every detail reflects the elevated standards of private club hospitality.
Each day revolves around the member experience. Whether it’s prepping for a private dinner, organizing cottage offerings, or setting up a conference space in the Bridges Room in the morning. The focus is on creating moments that feel thoughtful, and that no detail is missed.
With experience at Dormie Club, Ballyhack, ArborLinks, and Briggs Ranch, Dustin Bergman brings a broad perspective and a constant eye for refinement. He picks up ideas from his travels, whether it’s a beautifully plated dish, the balance of a cocktail, or a smooth-running service team, and translates those touches into something that fits the Dormie Network style. “I take note of what feels intentional and memorable and think about how we can bring that same feeling to the clubs in a way that fits our members and style,” shares Dustin.
Member outreach is also part of the job, coordinating directly with guests before and during their visit to fine-tune and personalize details. This could mean placing a member’s favorite bottle of wine in the cottage or arranging a private dining experience, meal timing, or even a surprise birthday cake!
One point of pride across all clubs is the cocktail program, which reflects the same mix of creativity and care. “We update our menus regularly with seasonal features and member favorites,” says Dustin. “Whether it’s a smoked old-fashioned, a jalapeño margarita, or a refreshing frozen cocktail, we want our offerings to feel elevated but approachable.”
Top Food & Beverage Experiences You Can’t Miss at Victoria National
Dining at Victoria National is a full-day affair, elevated by a team dedicated to thoughtful service and curated moments. Dustin describes an ideal culinary experience that showcases just how special a day here can be. Starting with lunch, the double smash burger made with Certified Piedmontese Beef is a guest favorite and satisfies every time. In the afternoon, during your round, stop by the Turtle Shack and cool off with a signature frozen Bourbon Dr. Pepper. As the sun sets, enjoy a private Tomahawk Ribeye Dinner delivered directly to your cottage. Cap it all off by unwinding by the fire pit with cocktails and cigars under the stars. It truly doesn’t get better than that. It’s the kind of luxurious dining experience that you will never forget.
Kari adds that Victoria National embraces its location along the Bourbon Trail, curating a collection of over 200 bottles that celebrate the region’s rich distilling heritage. The selection includes a range of highly allocated pours, offering members and guests exclusive access to some of the finest bourbons available.
Most popular cottage drop, Tomahawk Ribeye Dinner with House-Made Sauce Flight
Custom Golf Club Dining
Dustin recalled one evening when a group was delayed by unexpected travel delays and arrived later than expected, and missed golf that day. But the Victoria National team wasn’t about to let the first impression fall flat.
Determined to make their arrival feel special, the staff quickly pivoted and pulled together a custom private dinner in the group’s cottage, completely last minute. The culinary and serving team stayed late, preparing and delivering a Surf & Turf spread featuring 10 oz filet mignons, fried catfish, crowned lobster tails, and seasonal sides. They paired it with smoked old-fashioneds and set the mood for a relaxed, welcoming evening right in their cottage after a long day of travel.
The guests were blown away—not just by the quality of the meal, but by the warmth, flexibility, and attention to detail. What could have been a quiet evening in the cottage turned into a signature Dormie Network moment.
Custom menu or dinner in the Bridges Room
Dustin Bergman helping with a cottage meal set up
Personalized Food & Beverage for Every Group Type
Dormie Network destinations are perfectly suited for all types of groups, whether entertaining clients, spending time with family, or a buddy trip. Onsite staff understands the subtle differences between a laid-back weekend with friends and a more formal business outing and adapts accordingly. Kari says the team approaches each meal as an opportunity to anticipate needs and elevate the experience with a high level of attention to detail.
For buddy trips or more casual experiences, guests often prefer quick, easy service paired with fun touches like on-course cocktails, themed cottage drops, or late-night bites. For client visits, the experience often leans into formal dining presentations and a bit more discretion.
The BBQ Board is a great option for large groups
Hosting a large group or planning a campus takeover? Consider adding live music to the evening meal for an unforgettable touch. A crowd favorite: the BBQ Board, a bold, visual (and flavorful) centerpiece designed for gathering.
“Either way, we tailor the approach to make sure every group feels like their needs are anticipated and exceeded,” shares Dustin. No matter the group, the atmosphere stays grounded in casual elegance. Members and guests enjoy an elevated dining experience—no sport coat or tie required.
Dinner Outside Premier Cottages 5 and 6
Looking Ahead: Seasonal Culinary Highlights
At every Dormie Network club, fresh ideas and new culinary creations are always simmering. Dustin says Victoria National is especially proud of the new Smokehouse Lamb Chops. They’re smoked to tender perfection by Pit Boss Myke Cayce and topped with a Fresno chile jam. Paired with Southern Fried Cream Corn, this bold yet refined twist on comfort food is quickly becoming a Victoria National favorite.
Looking forward, the upcoming Collier Classic Member-Guest this fall will feature a lineup of special cocktails and entrees crafted to delight every palate.
Elevate Your Trips with the Best Golf Club Dining at Dormie Network
From welcoming guests with handcrafted cocktails to lunch on the course, followed by dinner and late-night poker, the pace at Dormie Network clubs is always lively and hands-on. Staff stays sharp, anticipating every member’s needs to ensure seamless service throughout the day.
All because food and beverage are what brings the day full circle. It’s where stories from the course are shared, where connections are made, and where the experience truly feels personal. Whether it’s a quiet breakfast in the cottage, a perfectly smoked old-fashioned in the Bridges Room, or a Piedmontese Steak dinner paired with their favorite bottle of wine, these are the moments that members remember long after they leave.
It’s always a meaningful mealtime at Dormie Network.
Let Dormie Network be your go-to for exceptional golf club dining and hospitality, turning every trip into a truly memorable one.
