Tempe Welcomes Electric Pickle: Electric Pickle is set to open its new location in Tempe, Arizona, with entertainment as its top priority. The venue will feature not only pickleball but also DJs, live bands, and a variety of recreational activities.
“We’ll have DJs, live bands, big corporate rentals, Bocce Ball, [a] bougie club on the second floor that will both be private yet open to the public. And it’s, really, it’s like an all-in kind of compassing entertainment venue.” – (Paul Frederick)
A New Entertainment Venue
Electric Pickle will debut in the Emerald Center, located near Interstate 10 and Warner Road. This new facility will include nine pickleball courts, a restaurant, and a unique two-story building designed for various entertainment options. The opening date has shifted from December 16 to January 6, 2025.
Unique Atmosphere and Offerings
Paul Frederick, founder and co-CEO of Electric Pickle and Eureka! Restaurant Group, expressed the vision for the venue.
“It’s going to look like as if you were whisked away from the heat into like Tulum. [There will be a ]lot of landscape, it’s very lush. There [are] a lot of water features. There [are] fire features at night, and it’s somewhat of a kind of a vacation spot, if you will.” – (Paul Frederick)
This ambiance aims to provide an escape from daily life, creating a fun and hospitable environment.
“And that’s the whole it’s part of that whole entertainment factor that we’re going for, [it’s] to let people escape from their everyday life and come to a place that’s fun, that’s hospitable, and we are here to take care of you.” – (Paul Frederick)
Diverse Dining Options
The restaurant will offer a wide range of dishes, reflecting a “global comfort cuisine” ethos. Frederick described the menu as a “barbell menu,” featuring options from Korean bowls and Mexico City tacos to Neapolitan pizzas and U.S. sandwiches.
“Our ethos is global comfort cuisines, or like global eclectic food. And we do different recipes from around the world. So, it could be Korean bowl [,] Mexico City tacos, Neapolitan pizzas, U.S. sandwiches and burgers, […] we have sushi rolls too. So, it’s, it’s really a little bit for everything, but it’s well merchandise. So, there is something for everybody. We call it a good ‘barbell menu,’ which means from one end of the barbell to the other, there’s something for everybody, and it’s very approachable in price point.” – (Paul Frederick)
Future Expansion Plans
This Tempe location marks Electric Pickle’s Arizona debut and its flagship venue in the U.S. The company plans to open more locations across the country, emphasizing the combination of sports and entertainment.
With its diverse offerings, Electric Pickle aims to become a popular destination for pickleball enthusiasts and those seeking a vibrant entertainment experience.
News in Brief: Tempe Welcomes Electric Pickle
Electric Pickle is set to open its new location in Tempe, Arizona, on January 6, 2025, featuring nine pickleball courts, a restaurant, and a lively entertainment atmosphere with DJs and live bands.
The venue, located in the Emerald Center near Interstate 10 and Warner Road, aims to create a lush, inviting ambiance for visitors. The restaurant will offer a diverse menu of global comfort cuisine, making it accessible to all. This marks Electric Pickle’s Arizona debut, with plans for future expansion across the U.S.
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