Sometimes the best part of an experience isn't just the games - it's the people…read more Our group of seven walked into Dave & Buster's Milpitas 07/04/2026 expecting a fun night, but we were completely surprised when a group that had already finished playing gifted us seven unlimited game cards - one for each of us. That simple act of kindness instantly made our day. The staff greeted us with genuine warmth, and the positive atmosphere made the entire visit even more enjoyable. We spent hours competing with each other like we were kids again, laughing nonstop and making memories we'll be talking about for a long time. I also have to give a shoutout to my bestie Amy, who was somehow good at every single game. I started the night feeling confident... and ended it just a little jealous. Okay, maybe very jealous. To keep the good vibes going, we decided to pay it forward. Before leaving, we passed those unlimited game cards along to other kids and guests so they could enjoy the same unexpected surprise we received. Kindness is contagious, and this place reminded us of that. Great staff, great atmosphere, and an unforgettable night. We'll absolutely be back. Highly recommend with my utmost respectful gratitude!

Not sure why there are such low reviews, it's been awhile since I've been here and lots has…read moreimproved. We came here for games on a Sunday and all the games were half off points. So you get more play for your buck! Pretty much all of the games were working and there were so many! We didn't eat here but we did order drinks and they were great. Service was fast and friendly. They also greet you very enthusiastically! Overall, such a fun environment to hang out in. It was pretty clean too!

My embarrassing son and his dumb friends kept screaming and farting and being disruptive. I felt so…read morebad that I put a hundred dollar bill in every hole and then tipped the kid at the register $50. Kid was nice. Kept calling me "mamacita" but in a good way.

Been here a couple of times for kids birthday parties and always a nice experience with the space…read moreand things it has to offer. The outside golf set with all different animals and specially the castle is lot of fun for the kids !! They even have arcade with tons of racing, biking and other sports!! Highly recommended!!

I love the vibe here. There's so many things to do like bowl, play video games, play redemption…read moregames, or catch a game. I did the latter today! The place was super packed, but the staff made sure everyone was able to sit at the bar or get a table. The deals were amazing due to being there during happy hour. There were lots to choose from. I had to stop myself from ordering too much.

Big Al's is such a fun place to hang out!…read more The customer service is always great, and the food is delicious. I highly recommend trying the appetizers, especially if you're stopping by to watch the World Cup. They do an amazing job hosting the games and create a great atmosphere for fans. Plus, they have an arcade, bowling, and a great selection of beers, so there's something for everyone. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to! Tried more food items Food: Papas locas 9/10 Nachos with meat 9/10 Hummus plate 8/10 Chicken lettuce wraps 10/10

Round1 in San Jose is a large entertainment complex that combines bowling, arcade games, karaoke…read morerooms, and claw machines under one roof, and the format works well enough as a group activity destination even if individual elements have their limitations. I walked into a space that gets loud and warm during busy periods, and cleanliness varied by section, but the overall setup gave my group plenty of options for a few hours of entertainment. The arcade is the strongest part of the offering. I found the selection of rhythm games solid and reasonably well maintained, and the claw and gacha style machines are what Round1 does better than most chain arcades. That said, individual claw machine plays run around four dollars, which adds up quickly if I am playing multiple rounds, and the tension on the machines is inconsistent enough that results feel more variable than skill based. The prize section near those machines tends to run warm compared to the rest of the floor. Racing games, fighting games, and photo booths fill out the rest of the arcade floor, and the overall variety was broad enough to keep my group occupied. Bowling is available but came with some caveats. The ball selection skewed toward smaller finger holes and very heavy options, with limited middle ground, so bringing my own ball would be worth considering if I bowled regularly. Party packages are available and include shoes and games, which streamlines the booking process for larger groups. For a casual group outing, birthday celebration, or evening with a mix of activities on offer, Round1 covers the bases adequately. Going in with realistic expectations about the cost per activity makes the experience more enjoyable. It is not a refined destination, but for what it is, it delivered a fun few hours.

First time coming to Round1 and had a decent, but not wonderful experience. Other round1 arcades…read morehave more skill based games where you have to strategically push a plush a certain way to win but this one was filled mainly with claw machines. It was extremely stuffy and warm in May, reminding me of a locker room. I definitely wouldn't want to come back during the summer. We won a decent amount of prizes (albeit we spent $240), but the prizes weren't as cute as the ones I've gone to in SoCal either. It was hard finding a machine where I actually wanted the plush or figurine. They also had 6 different machines just dedicated to kuromi, which is great and all but there just wasn't much variety. Hopefully they update their selection and add more skill based machines.

Great spot in the heart of downtown San Jose. I had time to kill before my flight out of town and…read morestopped by for a few hours and some dinner. About two dozen pinball machines in the back with a handful of video games in the front. Full bar and grab and go style food to be eaten in the facility. I ordered up one of the burger selections with fries. My bartender was quick to inform me of what the happenings were and I ordered up a local beer and a whisky chaser. I hope to come back and check out the pinball tournaments.

My first time at Mini Boss since turning 21, and it did not disappoint! My friends brought me here…read moreto start the night, and we each got a cocktail. I totally forgot the names, but the one I ordered had mint in it and was definitely strong! As someone who doesn't drink very often, it definitely hit me pretty quickly, but it was really good and not overly sweet. My friend ordered the drink with the flower garnish, which was a piña colada. It was sweet, refreshing, and super enjoyable. The ambiance was such a vibe, and the staff were amazing. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and consistently checked on us while we were at the bar. Even after we sat down, I noticed several employees walking around collecting empty glasses and keeping everything tidy, which is something you don't see everywhere and really stood out to me. Overall, it was a great experience with chill bar vibes, great drinks, and excellent service. I'll definitely be coming back next time I'm looking for a fun and relaxed night out.

This was my first time attending, and I attended with my son. We will not be back. First the…read moreConvention Center staff told us to get in the wrong line for the wrong event, and only by pure luck were we alerted that check-in was already happening inside. Checking in was fine, except I was asked to fill out a paper version of something I already filled out online. I had pre-ordered shirts for us, and they had my son's no problem. My shirt couldn't be found, and after having me wait for 30 minutes while they organized the shirt pile I had to demand one of the "same day sale" shirts because they were about to sell out and no one else thought of that solution. We finally get into the event and its dark. Its hot. We aren't allowed any outside drinks, not even water. Every game that wasn't broken (a lot were) seemed to have a line, and no one was in a hurry to let others play. There was no communication that there was a 2nd room with driving/flying games, we stumbled on that ourselves. We gave it 4 hours, and at the end we just left. I was told by staff that they weren't expecting this many people so they were completely in chaos. It really showed.

They work hard to bring it all together, but this year may very well be my last…read more I consider there to be three major Pinball Tournaments in Northern California. They are held at California Extreme in Santa Clara, Golden Gate Pinball Festival in Lodi and Pin-a-Go-Go in Dixon. California Extreme is not exclusive with Pinball Machines. There are also tons of arcade games for those who enjoy them. We have enjoyed attending these events whenever we're able to. In the past, our work schedules often got in the way. Now that we're retired, our vacation schedules often cause conflicts. The people who run this event have always done a tremendous job of getting others to bring their beloved machines, set on free play, for the masses to play. In return, they get free admission. A substantial number of volunteers are also needed to load-in, load-out, wipe down, perform minor repairs, scorekeepers, registration, check-in, etc., etc. We attend to see Pinball Machines that we've never seen before, to play with machines that are hard to find, to play new machines, but mostly to play in the tournament. Yes, there are cash purses and trophies or plaques to be one. Bragging rights galore! But for players at my level, it's mostly about WPPR Points that affect your International Flipper Pinball Association Ranking. As I write this review, I am 8640 out of 103,576 players in the world. Does it mean anything? Only to my ego. At one time, I was sub-3000. I simply don't play in enough tournaments to keep my ranking. This year's tournament entry fee was $2 per game. That is not particularly expensive BUT there was no limit to the number of entries that one could purchase. This changes that tournament of skill and luck to one of skill, luck and DEEP POCKETS. In my opinion, there should be a single buy-in. Everyone plays the same number of games on the games that are available. Yes, this will reduce the prize money but so what? Whatever happens, happens. If you have a great day, congratulations. If you have a lousy day, better luck next year. But under the unlimited buy-in, you just keep putting out money until you have a few good games to tie together for your final score. What? The tournaments almost over but you're in 11th place and only the first 10 places are in the money. Well, play some more and hope to improve your score and win! Anyway, without the tournament to play in, I will either only attend California Extreme one day only or skip it all together moving forward. Additionally, this year, for the first time, the Hyatt is now charging $40 to park overnight. This was either not disclosed at the time of booking or I somehow missed it. When I complained, it was discounted $20 because I was staying there for California Extreme and another $10 because I'm a Hyatt member. I was told that, "all the other area hotels are charging more for parking and the Hyatt is just trying to catch up." There was a 49ers exhibition game on Saturday, August 19th, and parking was expected to be at a premium and traffic would be a zoo. To counter that, we arrived way early to get a space. We arrived at 8:30 for a 10:00 opening. Because we left the house so early, we didn't have time to eat breakfast, but we had plenty of down time in the hotel (check-in was at 3:00pm), so we opted for breakfast in the hotel (see our review for Evolution). Breakfast Buffet at $28 per person vs Continental Breakfast at $22 per person. So, while California Extreme is still lots of fun, between the costs and the crowds and a Deep Pocket Tournament, it may be time for us to move on.

We had an amazing experience at Immersive Gamebox at Valley Fair, thanks to Benji!…read more He was incredibly patient while explaining all the game options and helped us choose the best one for our group. He took the time to make sure everyone understood how to play and never made us feel rushed. His enthusiasm and customer service really made the experience even more enjoyable. We ended up having so much fun that we're already planning to book my nephew's birthday party here! Thank you, Benji, for making our visit such a great one. We can't wait to come back!

First time here and came with one friend. We had a reserved time slot and the employee was helpful…read morerecommending a game based on our interests. We did the Spider-Man game and I was honestly surprised at the fun we had. It had slow parts where each player takes turns but also times when we both played. I'm not sure a larger group would be as much fun because it looked like those games are more turn based.

This Bowlero was a bit dated, but nonetheless, my nephew and I had a fun time here bowling and…read moreplaying around in the arcade area. I went to this place because I got a Groupon for Bowlero, and it was expiring soon. The bumpers had to be pulled out like old school type of way. Lol The arcade had some good selections of games. I like the claw machine as I got a bunch of candy and CareBear duckies.

I had fun here. Bowling is classic fun, and the arcade is cool, too. The food was surprisingly…read moredecent. We got the cauliflower tacos and the chicken bao. Yes, they were overpriced and tiny but still better than I expected.