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Team Building in BAY AREA

California, USA

Team building across the East Bay, Peninsula, South Bay, and North Bay

Bring your team together across the San Francisco Bay Area beyond San Francisco city. This regional guide covers the East Bay, Peninsula, South Bay, and North Bay, with game zones in Oakland, Berkeley, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, Palo Alto, Mountain View, San Jose, Half Moon Bay, and Sausalito.

Explore waterfront routes, lively downtowns, and neighborhood venues for scavenger hunts, hosted game shows, and company outings. Choose a game zone near your office or offsite to keep travel simple.

Planning an event within San Francisco city? Visit our San Francisco team building page for the Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, the Mission, and other San Francisco game zones.

Suggested Venues in Bay Area

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine1Game Show Ready

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine

Up to 25 guests
Private room
Cucina Venti Restaurant2Game Show Ready

Cucina Venti Restaurant

Up to 75 guests
Private room
Gather3Game Show Ready

Gather

Up to 80 guests
Private roomAV
The Grill on the Alley4Game Show Ready

The Grill on the Alley

Up to 25 guests
Private room
Arya Steakhouse5Game Show Ready

Arya Steakhouse

Up to 25 guests
Jupiter6Game Show Ready

Jupiter

Up to 80 guests
Private room

GAME ZONES IN BAY AREA

Palo Alto - University Ave in Bay Area

Palo Alto - University Ave

University Avenue blends Stanford spirit, sidewalk cafés, and Silicon Valley innovation into one of the Bay Area's most walkable adventures.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
Patagonia

At 525 Alma is the store Patagonia. Take the 9-letter word PATAGONIA and order letters 1-8-7-4-3-9; what word do you get?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Arya Steakhouse in Bay Area
4.4(1,358)

140 University Ave

Inventive Persian cuisine in a modern, white-tablecloth setting.

Recently used by Pinterest

el PRADO Hotel in Bay Area
4.5(446)

520 Cowper St

Plush rooms & suites with marble bathrooms & private balconies, plus a fitness room.

Recently used by Kroll, LLC

Nola in Bay Area
4.4(3,557)

535 Ramona St

New Orleans-themed spot offering Creole fare in a 3-floor space reminiscent of the French Quarter.

Recently used by Stanford Stem Cell and Gene Therapy

Tamarine in Bay Area
4.5(1,654)

546 University Ave

Modern Vietnamese winner stays busy furnishing creative small & large plates in an artful space.

Downtown San Jose in Bay Area

Downtown San Jose

Downtown San Jose combines historic plazas, public art, and the iconic Tech Interactive into the perfect blend of Silicon Valley innovation and adventure.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
San Jose Civic Auditorium

In what year did the San Jose Civic Auditorium open, the art deco venue on San Carlos Street known for concerts and events?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Loft Bar & Bistro in Bay Area
4.1(623)

90 S Second St

Exposed-brick, two-level hangout with an American menu, DJ nights & a rooftop patio.

The Grill on the Alley in Bay Area
4.2(625)

172 S Market St

Premium chops star in crisp surroundings at this steakhouse chain branch in the Fairmont Hotel.

Habana Cuba Restaurant in Bay Area
4.2(694)

387 S 1st St suite 109

This festive spot serves traditional Cuban fare & Spanish wine in a colorful space with patio seats.

Blue Line Pizza in Bay Area
4.4(1,443)

415 E Campbell Ave

Local chain serving sandwiches & pizzas, including vegan options, in a casual, stylish space.

Recently used by Apple Inc.

Jack London Square in Bay Area

Jack London Square

Explore Jack London Square, where waterfront views, historic warehouses, and the famous cabin once owned by Jack London create a uniquely Oakland adventure.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
USS Potomac

Which U.S. president famously used the presidential yacht USS Potomac as his "Floating White House"?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar in Bay Area
4.4(2,630)

2 Broadway

Upscale eatery, one of a small chain, pairs a large menu of fish-focused fare with wine & cocktails.

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine in Bay Area
4.5(1,659)

336 Water St

Heinold's First and Last Chance in Bay Area
4.7(757)

48 Webster St

Vibrant circa-1883 bar featuring cocktails & draft brews in funky Old West surrounds with a patio.

Recently used by Nevados Engineering

Jack London Square in Bay Area
4.5(7,587)

472 Water St

Restaurants & bars surrounding a lively 1800s waterfront, plus a bike trail & kayaking.

Recently used by Hayden AI

Downtown Berkeley in Bay Area

Downtown Berkeley

Berkeley's legendary counterculture spirit, world-class university, and renowned food scene make it a uniquely stimulating setting for team building adventures.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
Strawberry Creek Plaque

The plaque mentions Don Pedro Fages with the nickname "El Oso." What does "El Oso" mean in Spanish?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Gather in Bay Area
4.4(1,241)

2200 Oxford St

Locavores come for creative Californian fare made with seasonal ingredients & West Coast wines.

Recently used by n/a

Revival Bar+Kitchen in Bay Area
4.3(636)

2102 Shattuck Square

Californian cuisine with a local/seasonal bent pairs up with craft cocktails in an airy atmosphere.

Jupiter in Bay Area
4.5(3,946)

2181 Shattuck Ave

A 2-story venue & beer garden that serves up wood-fired pizzas plus handcrafted beers & ales.

Recently used by Twelve

Triple Rock Brewery in Bay Area
4.3(625)

1920 Shattuck Ave

Students & professors alike head to this alehouse for its beers brewed on-site & bar food.

Downtown Walnut Creek in Bay Area

Downtown Walnut Creek

Downtown Walnut Creek blends upscale shopping, public art, and the lively energy of Broadway Plaza into a quintessential East Bay adventure.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
Model Bakery

Which baked item is the Walnut Creek Model Bakery best known for?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

1515 Restaurant & Lounge in Bay Area
4.2(696)

1515 N Main St

Comfortable dining options include outdoor seating for drinks, seafood & Californian small plates.

Recently used by BHDP Architecture

Havana Restaurant in Bay Area
4.4(1,135)

1516 Bonanza St

Casual eatery offering California-influenced Cuban dishes washed down with plenty of mojito options.

Recently used by United Way of Amarillo & Canyon

Sauced BBQ & Spirits in Bay Area
4.3(1,868)

1423 Locust St

This chill eatery featuring rustic decor & a full bar offers BBQ classics & Southern sides.

Recently used by Heffernan Brokers UK Ltd

Va de Vi Bistro & Wine Bar in Bay Area
4.5(1,025)

1511 Mt Diablo Blvd

Eclectic eatery offers small plates & wines from around the world in a picturesque setting.

Downtown Sausalito in Bay Area

Downtown Sausalito

Scenic waterfront main street with galleries and SF ferry views

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
Trident Restaurant

The Trident restaurant in Sausalito takes its name from which three-pronged symbol linked to the sea and the god Poseidon?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Bar Bocce in Bay Area
4.4(2,677)

1250 Bridgeway

Sourdough-crust pizza in waterside digs complete with a bocce court & a back patio with a fire pit.

Recently used by LogicMonitor Inc

Poggio Trattoria in Bay Area
4.4(1,591)

777 Bridgeway

Northern Italian trattoria with dishes crafted from herbs & produce grown in an on-site garden.

Recently used by BigPanda

Downtown Pleasanton in Bay Area

Downtown Pleasanton

Main Street Pleasanton pairs historic architecture, shady oak trees, and small-town charm to create one of the East Bay's most inviting adventures.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

Sample activity
Museum on Main

Pleasanton's Museum on Main celebrated the town's "quasquicentennial." How many years does quasquicentennial represent?

Pick an answer to see how you did.

Baci Bistro & Bar in Bay Area
4.3(641)

500 Main St

Stylish cafe serving elevated California cuisine for lunch & dinner with full bar & outdoor seating.

Blue Agave Club in Bay Area
4.2(685)

625 Main St

Easygoing Mexican restaurant featuring outdoor seating & a bar with an extensive tequila collection.

Experience Burma Restaurant & Bar in Bay Area
4.4(459)

221 Division St

Informal eatery with a pared-down interior serving hearty plates of homey Burmese dishes & beers.

Recently used by Homeowner

McKay's Taphouse & Beer Garden in Bay Area
4.5(677)

426 Main St

Bi-level gastropub in a houselike setting for craft beers, bar snacks & backyard garden with games.

Recently used by Lusardi Construction

Half Moon Bay - Main St. in Bay Area

Half Moon Bay - Main St.

Explore Half Moon Bay's charming Main Street, where historic storefronts, coastal character, and small-town charm create the perfect backdrop for a seaside adventure.

Suggested Venues and Game Zone

It's Italia in Bay Area
4.5(856)

401 Main St

Inventive pizzas, a full bar & a Tuscan-style courtyard add to a vibrant scene at this Italian spot.

Pasta Moon in Bay Area
4.5(1,433)

845 Main St

The seasonal menu focuses on local produce at this upscale Italian eatery.

Recently used by Nav

Mountain View - Castro Street in Bay Area

Mountain View - Castro Street

Explore Castro Street, where lively cafés, colorful public art, and the spirit of Silicon Valley come together in the heart of Mountain View.

Suggested Venues

Cucina Venti Restaurant in Bay Area
4.2(1,898)

1390 Pear Ave ste d

Rustic-chic bar/eatery since 2006 with a warm atmosphere, upmarket Italian dishes & outdoor seating.

Cascal in Bay Area
4.3(4,856)

400 Castro St

This lively, colorful restaurant with outdoor dining specializes in Pan-Latin tapas & entrees.

Recently used by Fenwick

Eureka! Mountain View in Bay Area
4.3(4,625)

191 Castro St

Hip dining spot serving elevated burgers, craft beer & whiskey in industrial-chic surrounds.

Recently used by Marvell

La Fontaine Mountain View in Bay Area
4.3(997)

186 Castro St

Elegant bistro featuring French & Italian dishes & a full bar plus wood-fired pizza for lunch.

Recently used by Harvey Building Products

Scratch in Bay Area
4.1(2,191)

401 Castro St #100

New American spot serving refined comfort food in a sleek, warmly lit setting.

Steins Beer Garden in Bay Area
4.3(4,488)

895 Villa St

Festive spot with airy outdoor beer garden pairs hearty comfort grub with craft brews & cocktails.

Recently used by Staffing Industry Analysts

OTHER VENUES IN BAY AREA

19 additional spots we use in Bay Area that aren't grouped into a zone above.

Pacific School of Religion
★ 5.0 (10)

1798 Scenic Ave

Northside
Cavallo Point Lodge
★ 4.6 (1,259)

601 Murray Cir

Fort Baker
Faction Brewing
★ 4.6 (824)

2501 Monarch St

Parking lot
The Rake at Admiral Maltings
★ 4.6 (296)

651A W Tower Ave

Angel Island
Angel Island
★ 4.5 (340)

Angel Island

Belvedere Tiburon
Eat Drink Alameda
Eat Drink Alameda
★ 4.5 (2)

2400 Monarch St

Parking lot
Fentons Creamery
★ 4.5 (5,978)

4226 Piedmont Ave

Piedmont Avenue
Lake Merritt Boat House
★ 4.5 (24)

Lake Merritt Boat House

The Hatch Oakland
★ 4.5 (309)

402 E 15th St

Downtown Oakland

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