Valhalla, Eger says, places a premium on driving. In his opinion, the toughest shots on the course are all off the tee on long par-4s: the 2nd, 6th, 12th, 15th, 16th and 17th holes.

Valhalla aims to give Wicker Park a bit of an edge, a rare tasting menu restaurant in the neighborhood, joining the Coach House by Wazwan, located a few blocks east on Division Street.