PKL Pickleball Venue, Restaurant, and Bar Opens in South Boston | Eater Boston

"A 22,000-square-foot, social pickleball destination that blends sport and hospitality: players can use five dedicated courts and multiple lounge areas (each seating about 10), relax in a separate tucked-away lounge, or play on two shuffleboard courts and a cornhole area. The venue features two bars and dining areas and offers first-come, first-served bar seating plus reservation-based court and shuffleboard bookings. Food is overseen by a seasoned local chef and focuses on elevated, shareable versions of bar snacks—plentiful vegetarian options and lighter dishes that complement active play rather than weighing guests down. Standouts on the menu include wagyu pigs in a blanket, pretzel bites, wings, nachos, and a reimagined cheesesteak finished with chipotle aioli, house-made cheese sauce, sautéed peppers and onions, pickled onions, and chives. The beverage program includes classic cocktails, low-alcohol and nonalcoholic options, and a full bar. Located in the Iron Works development in South Boston, the venue aims to be as much about socializing and casual dining as it is about athletics; current hours and reservation details (including kitchen hours) are listed on the venue website." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal