PKL Boston

Indoor pickleball venue with a barbecue restaurant and bar in South Boston

Pickleball IndoorCafé or barLessonsKidsOnline bookingWheelchair access
4.5out of 5, 241 Google reviews
7/7days a week open
8photos, credited to their authors
Players on the courts, under the space-themed mural
Players on the courts, under the space-themed muralPhoto: Jennifer Campbell, June 2022, via Google Maps
A court in front of the astronaut mural
A court in front of the astronaut muralPhoto: PKL Boston, May 2022, via Google Maps
The courts seen from the dining area
The courts seen from the dining areaPhoto: Huguens Alexis, May 2025, via Google Maps
The lounge, with sofas and low tables
The lounge, with sofas and low tablesPhoto: Matthew Liptak, August 2023, via Google Maps
The bar and its TV screens, next to a shuffleboard court
The bar and its TV screens, next to a shuffleboard courtPhoto: Eric Chiu, August 2024, via Google Maps
A cocktail and house sauces at the table
A cocktail and house sauces at the tablePhoto: Daphnee “Daph”, August 2026, via Google Maps
Barbecue ribs, fries and coleslaw from the kitchen
Barbecue ribs, fries and coleslaw from the kitchenPhoto: PKL Boston, March 2025, via Google Maps
The entrance at 64 C Street
The entrance at 64 C StreetPhoto: Eric Chiu, August 2024, via Google Maps

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About the club

PKL Boston is an indoor pickleball venue at 64 C Street in South Boston. The courts share one large hall with a restaurant, a bar with TV screens, a lounge, and games such as cornhole and shuffleboard.

Courts are booked online through CourtReserve. Reviews describe open play sessions where newcomers are welcome, paddles and balls available on site, and lessons with an instructor. The kitchen serves barbecue, and several reviews praise the brisket and ribs.

Groups often book the venue for work parties, birthdays and evening events. It is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, from 241 reviews.

Practical information

Address
64 C St, South Boston, MA 02127
View on Google Maps · Directions
Website
playpkl.com
Opening hours
Monday to Wednesday: 8:00 to 11:00, 16:00 to 21:00; Thursday to Saturday: 7:00 to 22:00; Sunday: 8:00 to 20:30 Google
Courts
Pickleball, indoor photos
Several courts; the club does not publish the exact number
Restaurant and bar
Barbecue kitchen, bar and lounge Google
One review says the tip is already included in drink prices reviews
Lessons and open play
Open play sessions and lessons with an instructor reviews
Parking
Hard to park nearby: one review reports towed cars and suggests coming by ride-hailing reviews
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and toilets Google

Playing competitions in the United States

The governing body is USA Pickleball (USAP). It runs the official pickleball competitions in the United States.

Membership is bought online at three tiers: free Casual membership (no tournament eligibility), Challenger ($12/yr) and Champion ($60/yr), both of which grant eligibility to play in USA Pickleball-sanctioned tournaments including Nationals.

USAP: licence, competitions, contact →

What players say

4.5 / 5
241 Google reviews
5 ★181
4 ★35
3 ★10
2 ★3
1 ★12

Summary of the club’s 241 Google reviews, 22 of them with text, read on 20 October 2026. All Racket Sport writes this summary without copying the reviews.

What comes up most

  • 8 of 22 reviews praise the food, the barbecue brisket and ribs above all.
  • 7 of 22 reviews mention friendly, helpful staff.
  • 6 of 22 reviews describe a group booking: work party, birthday or evening event.
  • 5 of 22 reviews talk about playing: easy booking, good courts, welcoming open play.
  • Two reviews recommend the lessons with the same instructor.
  • One review notes that paddles and balls are available for players without their own.

Worth checking

  • Two reviews (March and April 2026) complain about how front desk staff handled their group.
  • Two reviews criticise evening shows run by outside organisers.
  • Parking is very limited, according to a December 2025 review.

Read the reviews on Google Maps

Coaches at the club

No coach has published a profile for PKL Boston yet.

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Frequently asked questions

Are the courts at PKL Boston indoors?

Yes. The courts are inside the venue’s main hall, next to the restaurant and bar, as the photos on Google Maps show.

Can you eat and drink at PKL Boston?

Yes. The venue has a barbecue kitchen, a bar and a lounge. Reviews often mention the brisket and ribs.

Does PKL Boston offer lessons?

Yes. Reviews mention lessons with an instructor and open play sessions where beginners are welcome.

Is there parking at PKL Boston?

Parking nearby is very limited. One review from December 2025 reports towed cars and recommends a ride-hailing service.

Where is PKL Boston?

PKL Boston is at 64 C St, South Boston, MA 02127.

What are the opening hours of PKL Boston?

According to its Google listing: monday to Wednesday: 8:00 to 11:00, 16:00 to 21:00; Thursday to Saturday: 7:00 to 22:00; Sunday: 8:00 to 20:30. Check with the club on public holidays.

How do I book a court at PKL Boston?

Online on CourtReserve, or by phone on +1 617 315 7265.

How much does it cost to play at PKL Boston?

The club does not publish its prices online. Ask it directly on +1 617 315 7265.

Is PKL Boston well rated?

It is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, from 241 reviews read on 20 October 2026. The summary above lists what players mention most.

Sources

  • PKL Boston on Google Maps : category, address, opening hours, rating, accessibility. Checked on 20 October 2026.
  • 241 Google reviews : the 40 newest read on 20 October 2026, summarised and never copied.
  • Photos : published on Google Maps by their authors, credited under each photo.

Last checked: 20 October 2026.

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