At Fault
Dallas Observer Best of Dallas 2025

Where Dallas plays, parties and gathers

9 pickleball courts, two full bars, Chef John Franke's kitchen, and 32,000 square feet for corporate events, birthdays, leagues, and game-day hangs in Farmers Branch.

  • Best of Dallas 2025
  • 9 Indoor + Outdoor Courts
  • Walk-ins Welcome
  • No Membership Required
  • Menu From Dallas Legend Chef John Franke
  • Late-Night Happy Hour 9pm–Close Daily
  • Best of Dallas 2025
  • 9 Indoor + Outdoor Courts
  • Walk-ins Welcome
  • No Membership Required
  • Menu From Dallas Legend Chef John Franke
  • Late-Night Happy Hour 9pm–Close Daily

Inside At Fault

Courts, cocktails, and unforgettable experiences.

Our Story

Private Events 10–500

Dallas private events with entertainment for everyone.

Corporate parties, birthday events, client outings, league finals, and team-building nights. Courts, chef-driven catering, full bar, games, and A/V are all under one roof.

  • 10–500

    Guests

  • 32,000

    Sq Ft

  • 2

    Full Bars

  • 9

    Courts

  • All

    A/V Included

  • 25+

    Bar and Arcade Games

Crafted by a Culinary Visionary

Chef John Franke.

The mind behind Haywire, Whiskey Cake, Ida Claire, and Sixty Vines brings scratch-made flatbreads, protein bowls, steak frites, hot honey crispy chicken, and serious post-pickleball fuel to At Fault.

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Chef John Franke at At Fault Dallas

“A top-shelf culinary experience, created by renowned Dallas chef John Franke.”

— CultureMap Dallas

Featured by Dallas Observer, Eater Dallas, PaperCity, and more

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  • Eater Dallas
  • Paper City
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Replay-ready courts

Relive your best (or worst) points.

At Fault is built for the way groups actually play now: score it, replay it, share it, and keep the night moving from courts to bar games.

Instant Replay

Capture the point, replay the rally, and send highlights straight to your phone.

Digital Scoreboards

Keep the game moving with court tech built for fast rotations and clean scorekeeping.

High-Tech Darts

Bar games get the same upgrade with interactive darts, arcade play, and group-friendly competition.

Replay clips, bookings, and court access from the At Fault app.

Happy Hour

4–6pm weekdays + 9pm–close daily

Early happy hour runs weekdays only. Late-night happy hour runs every day with discounted drafts, well drinks, wine, and shareable bites.

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Court Hours

Open Daily

  • Mon-Thu9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Fri9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sat8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sun8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Kitchen and bar hours vary by day.

Location

Farmers Branch

2330 Jett Street
Farmers Branch, TX 75234
(469) 364-6689
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Frequently Asked

Got questions?

Quick answers on court pricing, memberships, happy hour, location, and private events before you book or send an inquiry.

Do I need a membership to play pickleball at At Fault Dallas?+

No membership required. At Fault is open to the public with walk-ins welcome and online court booking available for our 9 courts in Farmers Branch: 5 indoor courts and 4 outdoor courts. Optional memberships start with the Social Membership at $9.99/month with a 6-month minimum, which includes food and beverage savings but no pickleball court perks. Players who want pickleball perks like priority booking and court benefits can choose higher membership tiers.

Why was At Fault voted Best of Dallas 2025 for pickleball?+

Dallas Observer recognized At Fault for bringing more than standard court time to Dallas pickleball. The 32,000 sq ft venue combines 9 premium courts, instant replay technology, digital scoring, Chef John Franke's scratch kitchen, two full bars, TVs throughout the space, a 130-inch projection screen, arcade games, darts, bocce, and no membership requirement.

How much does it cost to play pickleball at At Fault Farmers Branch?+

Indoor courts are $40/hr peak and $25/hr off-peak. Outdoor courts are $20/hr peak and $15/hr off-peak. Peak pricing starts at 4pm on weekdays and applies on weekends; off-peak pricing applies weekdays before 4pm. Courts can be booked for 60 or 120 minutes, and JOOLA paddle rentals are available on-site.

What are At Fault's hours, location, and happy hour specials?+

At Fault is located at 2330 Jett Street in Farmers Branch, off I-35 near Valley View. Court hours are Mon–Thu 9am–10pm, Fri 9am–11pm, Sat 8am–11pm, and Sun 8am–10pm. Happy hour runs 4–6pm weekdays and 9pm–close daily with specials on drafts, wine, wells, margaritas, and select appetizers.

Can At Fault host private events, corporate parties, and pickleball tournaments in Dallas?+

Yes. At Fault hosts groups from 10 to 500 across 32,000 sq ft with court rentals, Chef John Franke catering, full bar service, arcade access, A/V, and optional pickleball instruction. It works well for corporate team-building, birthdays, tournaments, holiday parties, and full-venue events.

Do you offer pickleball lessons or coaching?+

Yes. Coach Ken leads private and group lessons for beginners through tournament-level players. Lessons can be booked alongside court time or as part of a private event. Reach out for scheduling and rates.

Is parking free? How do I get to At Fault?+

Free on-site parking with overflow lot available for events. We're at 2330 Jett Street in Farmers Branch — about 15 minutes from downtown Dallas, with quick access from Addison, Carrollton, and Richardson via I-35E and the Dallas North Tollway.

Good To Know

A few details before you go.

Short answers for courts, food, events, memberships, and parking.

What is At Fault?

At Fault is a public pickleball venue, sports bar, restaurant, arcade and private event space in Farmers Branch near Dallas.

Our Story

Do you need a membership?

No. Guests can book courts, walk in, eat, drink, and host events without joining. Memberships are optional for regulars who want perks.

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Can groups book events?

Yes. At Fault hosts corporate events, birthdays, team outings, tournaments, watch parties, and buyouts for 10-500 guests.

Plan an Event

What else is there to do?

Guests can play pickleball, darts, pool, arcade games, bocce, air hockey, and basketball arcade, plus eat Chef John Franke's menu and visit two full bars.

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See you on the courts

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Book online in 30 seconds or walk in. No membership required — just pickleball, food, drinks, and plenty of room for the group.