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10 Great Locations for a Business Meeting in Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley is one of the most vibrant and expansive markets we support at Insight Global. (We have offices in San Francisco and San Jose, then outside of the area, we have another half a dozen more in the Central Valley!)

With a large geographic span, fast-paced corporate environment and cultures unique to individual neighborhoods, Silicon Valley has something for everyone. Our list of 10 great spots to meet clients or job candidates spans from San Jose up to Redwood City.

Santana Row

Santana Row is a luxurious development in San Jose full of shops, luxury apartments, and unique places to gather over food. With majority of Santana Row promoting walking traffic, it’s a great place to gather and walk around with clients.

1. El Jardin

  • Excellent Mexican tapas and tequila tasting restaurant located right in the middle of Santana Row
  • Wonderful ambiance and menu offering an option for everyone

2. Cielo

  • Rooftop bar overlooking Santana Row located in the Valencia hotel
  • Unlike some other Santana Row bars, Cielo is a quiet and intimate location perfect for a business meeting or private party
  • Perfect for an upscale or high-level meeting without breaking the bank

Mountain View

Known for being the headquarters of the largest technology companies in the world, Mountain View is sought-after city that boasts comfortable, upscale homes, and excellent food and drink options for a client outing.

3. Rootstock Wine Bar

  • Rootstock celebrates the wines of Santa Cruz and Santa Clara county and provides an excellent ambience for a relaxed meeting with clients
  • Offers wine tasting and delicious tapas for both quick and lengthy meetings

Palo Alto

One of the most affluent and luxurious locations in Silicon Valley, Palo Alto provides casual dining and drinking options with an unreplicable upscale twist.

4. NOLA

  • With a twist on New Orleans dining, NOLA provides a fun and upbeat setting to meet with clients and enjoy some classic American food
  • Super fun outdoor patio to soak up some sun and enjoy the beautiful Palo Alto area
  • Affordable tapas and drinks with a wide variety of American food to cater to every palate

5. Local Union 271

  • Industrial up-scale ambiance is an excellent setting for an affordable client outing
  • Locally-sourced, pseudo farm-to-table culinary model is a flavorful and sustainable dining experience
  • Right in the heart of Palo Alto providing the option to explore downtown with clients
  • Offers options for both small parties and large groups

Redwood City

Redwood City is about 30 minutes north of San Jose and 30 minutes south of San Francisco and is home to many corporate offices and upscale residential areas. With a rich cultural diversity, Redwood City has an awesome selection of diverse foods in a close radius.

6. Milagros

  • With vibrant Latin fare and décor, Milagros is a fun experience for anyone who likes Latin food
  • Both indoor and outdoor seating makes it a perfect spot for any day of the year
  • Close to downtown Redwood City making it a quick and easy spot for an impromptu client meet-up

7. Blacksmith

  • Upscale bar that provides the perfect ambiance for a happy hour
  • In downtown Redwood City making it an easy destination for a 4pm happy hour near the office
  • Award-winning cocktails and New Orleans-inspired décor

Sunnyvale

With great outdoor recreation juxtaposed with a large corporate technology presence, Sunnyvale is a perfect representation of Silicon Valley. Though it’s a bit smaller than neighboring cities, Sunnyvale remains relevant for both its technology presence and culinary presence.

8. Dish Dash

  • One of the most well-known Middle Eastern restaurants in Silicon Valley
  • Seven locations in the bay area but Sunnyvale is their flagship location
  • Excellent place for a both 1:1 meeting and large team outings

San Jose

San Jose is the southern point of Silicon Valley and is home to large technology headquarters. The city of San Jose offers so many different experiences ranging from nightlife to hiking, not to mention the colorful food scene.

9. TopGolf

  • A new state-of-the-art location built in North San Jose in 2021, this Top Golf is situated right next to the biggest corporate offices in San Jose, making it the perfect place to get away with clients and provide an effortlessly entertaining experience
  • Great for the entire team, provides opportunities for bonding through shared experiences

10. Mosaic

  • Have a client traveling in? Mosaic is attached to the Four Points hotel right downtown, making it extremely accessible and low-effort for a client meeting
  • Unique and affordable Asian-fusion style food with ample seating area for any group size

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