The newly unveiled pickleball venue and dining establishment Pickle Haüs is poised to set a new standard in the new concept of “eatertainment.”
Scheduled for a grand opening on November 17, 2023, this expansive 41,000-square-foot facility is located in Algonquin, near Chicago, Illinois.
Dual Focus
The premises encompass 12 indoor pickleball courts, complemented by a refined restaurant, a bar, two golf simulators, private event facilities, and an inviting outdoor dining area.
The Pickle Haüs leadership team emphasizes a dual focus on top-tier pickleball courts and a robust food and beverage program, with the aim of nurturing a sense of community and delivering exceptional experiences to patrons.
Co-founder Jeff VanDixhorn articulates the vision: “At Pickle Haüs, we are intentionally creating a community where people can actively socialize and enjoy playing pickleball.”
A Robust Network
This vision is supported by a robust network of partners committed to furnishing the best-in-class resources, equipment, and services to enhance the Pickle Haüs experience.
To realize this ambition, Pickle Haüs has enlisted renowned brands and vendors, with a preference for local Chicagoland collaborators whenever feasible.
Among the key contributors are Joola USA, a leading sports equipment brand providing a range of high-quality paddles and accessories; Wilson Sporting Goods, a locally headquartered enterprise serving as the exclusive golf vendor; Backlot Coffee, a Chicagoland roastery crafting a custom Pickle Haüs blend; West Town Bakery, a local bakery offering signature pastries and sweets; Full Swing, the preferred golf simulator of Tiger Woods, offering an immersive experience for players of all levels; Club Automation, a local software company delivering backend technology for court reservations and bookings; and Toast’s cloud-based restaurant management software, deployed to support restaurant operations.
Surging Popularity
The emergence of Pickle Haüs reflects the surging popularity of pickleball across the nation, substantiated by its status as the fastest-growing sport in the United States.
With an impressive 85 percent player growth in 2022 and a national player base exceeding 36 million, pickleball’s prominence is unquestionable.
Seymour Rifkind, founder of the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association and 2023 inductee into the Pickleball Hall of Fame, notes the pivotal role of Pickle Haüs in the local pickleball landscape.
“Pickle Haüs fills a much-needed space for local pickleball. The development of a high-end facility like Pickle Haüs, and the enthusiasm we’re hearing from local players, is a testament to the explosive growth of the sport,” Rifkind stated.
Interested parties can book courts at picklehaus.com.
Pickle Haüs is situated at 1621 Randall Road, Algonquin, IL 60102.
For comprehensive information regarding the grand opening and associated events throughout the week, visit picklehaus.com.
About Pickle Haüs
Pickle Haüs stands as an all-encompassing entertainment complex, housing 12 state-of-the-art pickleball courts, two cutting-edge golf simulators, an outdoor courtyard, and a culinary program overseen by an award-winning chef.
The flagship 41,000 sqft location, inclusive of a 1,500 sqft event space for private functions, is set to unveil in Fall 2023 in Algonquin, IL, with additional Chicagoland locations slated for 2024 and 2025.
Founding partners of Pickle Haüs include Benj Ecker, Jeff VanDixhorn, John McLinden, Graham Palmer, and Kage Brown.
About Algonquin
Algonquin is a village in McHenry and Kane counties, Illinois, in the United States. It is a suburb of Chicago, located approximately 40 miles (64 km) northwest of the “Chicago Loop.” As of the 2020 census, the village’s population was 29,700.
The village is known as “The Gem of the Fox River Valley,” referring to the location of its downtown.
