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California’s most beloved food festival returns July 24, 25 & 26, 2026

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TO GILROY

At the crossroads of the Bay Area, Central Coast, and Central Valley, Gilroy is an easy California getaway known for local vineyards, farm-fresh flavors, and family-friendly fun. Visitors can explore wine, beer and taco trails, shop the Gilroy Premium Outlets, and stroll a walkable downtown. With affordable lodging, welcoming charm, and convenient access to nearby destinations, Gilroy is a great home base for California road trips and weekend escapes.

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    Garlic

    Mama Mia's

    • 1360 First Street

    Mama Mia's is a favorite place for all to meet for lunch or dinner with both inside and outside dining. Their menu has wonderful Italian dishes. If you are in the mood for "Garlic"…

    Garlic City Cafe

    • 7461 Monterey Road

    Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. On the menu there are fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches and tasty cream of garlic soup. Garlic ice cream is also available! Open 7 days a week…

    Eggs and Waffles

    • 741 1st St

    A cozy and inviting spot that serves up a hearty breakfast and lunch menu, featuring a variety of eggs, waffles, toasts, burgers, and more. It's a perfect place for a quick bite or…

    Little India

    • 1340 First Street Suite A

    Specializing in Indian Cuisine. Little India believes quick and good service is key to a good business and they will go the extra mile to fulfill every customers needs.

    Treat Spots at Gilroy Gardens

    • 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy

    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is know for it's beautiful grounds, rides and experiences. Throughout the Park, all kinds of small bites and sweet treats are available at various…

    Sushi Omakase

    • 6905 Camino Arroyo Suite 50

    Sushi Omakase specializes in serving rare, high quality and traditional food prepared by experienced Japanese chefs in a lively environment or for catering and parties.

    Old City Hall Restaurant

    • 7400 Monterey Road

    This restaurant is located in downtown’s grandest and most iconic landmark and features breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Try one of the numerous garlic-laced dishes on the menu!

    Ninja Sushi

    • 715 First Street

    Great sushi and a great atmosphere. Come have a drink and enjoy sushi! Located in Gilroy, Ninja Sushi offers authentic Japanese cuisine in a truly unique setting with full cocktail…

    Jellyfish Seafood Bar

    • 773 1st St

    Jellyfish Seafood Bar specializes in variety of seafood dishes. They offer a full bar and service including craft cocktails and beer flights.

    Wineries

    Cooper Garrod Estate Vineyards

    • 22645 Garrod Road

    Garrod Farms is a family-owned and operated estate winery and stables. We offer wine tasting, horseback riding, and horse boarding in the Saratoga foothills, just minutes from…

    Martin Ranch Winery

    • 6675 Redwood Retreat Road

    We invite you to journey down Redwood Retreat Road and explore our secluded and spacious 17 acres at Martin Ranch Winery. Take in views of our estate vineyards, organic garden…

    Moose Mountain Vineyards

    • 3210 Paseo Vista Ave.

    Moose Mountain Vineyards sits at 1000 feet of elevation and is a complete estate winery, with all the grapes grown on the property. Vines are grown with organic farming practices…

    Satori Cellars Winery

    • 2100 Buena Vista Avenue

    Satori Cellars has an outdoor tasting cabana surrounded by 15 acres of happy, pampered Santa Clara Valley grapes. We feature award-winning, estate-grown reds: Merlot, Zinfandel…

    Tank House Winery

    • 12830 Harding Avenue

    At Tank House Winery, we both produce and bottle all of our wine. Tank House was founded on the standard of producing the absolute highest quality wine. We achieve this goal through…

    Taprooms and Breweries

    Barbeque 152

    • 8295 Monterey Road

    BBQ 152 offers real smoked BBQ that is cooked the Old Fashion way with plenty of Oakwood and time. BBQ 152 not only has amazing food but their beer menu is impressive as well. They…

    Bartenders Union

    • 7421 Monterey Road

    The best place for someone who wants to wet their whistle with a cold pint of craft beer, play a game of pool or watch a football game without a DJ blasting out the hits in the…

    Brew City Burgers

    • 1425 1st St, Suite 101

    Brew City Burgers is a new family owned restaurant serving burgers, fries, wings, shakes & craft beers.

    Covale Rooftop Beer and Wine Bar

    • 7534 Gourmet Alley

    Perched above downtown Gilroy, Covale Rooftop Beer and Wine Bar offers a relaxed yet refined setting for craft beverages, casual bites, and a roof top patio. Featuring a curated…

    High and Mighty Pizza Joint

    • 7661 Monterey Rd

    At High & Mighty, we believe every pizza should be an experience. That’s why our artisan pies are crafted with dough that’s been perfected through a careful fermentation process…

    Overflow Craft Eatery

    • 7529 Monterey Rd

    "Overflow Tap house & Grill is in the heart of down town Gilroy right across the street from the Gilroy bowling ally. We currently have over 70 amazing craft beer , cider & seltzers…

    Pop's Public House

    • 1300 First St

    Welcome to Pop’s Public House, a family owned restaurant. Pop’s was founded to create a delicious, fun and family-friendly Public House experience.

    Pour Me Taproom

    • 7499 Monterey Rd

    Voted Best Taproom In Gilroy 2023, 2024, and 2025! Gilroy's First Taproom & Bottle Shop Welcome to the award-winning Pour Me Taproom, where every pour is a masterpiece and every…

    Promised Land Brewing Company

    • 7419 Monterey Rd

    Discover the difference that fresh, local craft beer can make. Whether you're a seasoned craft beer enthusiast or new to the scene, we invite you to join us ...

    Settle Down Beer

    • 7515 Monterey St

    Located in the heart of historic Downtown Gilroy, the Settle Down Brewery & Taproom has a wide-variety of craft beers pouring from over a dozen taps.

    Vines & Pints

    • 7511 Monterey St

    Vines & Pints is a wine and beer restaurant dedicated to serving the local community with an array of carefully curated craft beers and wines. Their kitchen features specialty…

    Westside Grill

    • 8080 Santa Teresa Blvd Suite 100

    The Westside Grill is a family-owned, neighborhood restaurant with a menu of favorites, an ever-changing list of daily specials, a full bar and a friendly staff. It's just right…

    Family Fun

    Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park

    • 10001 Watsonville Road

    Welcome to Chitactac-Adams Heritage County Park. This beautiful and culturally significant 4.5-acre park site is just minutes from Gilroy and Morgan Hill. The park features the…

    Gilroy Bowl

    • 7554 Monterey Rd

    Gilroy Bowl has been a beloved landmark in Downtown Gilroy since 1959 and was completely renovated before its grand re-opening in 2024. The modernized facility now features nine…

    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

    • 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy

    There’s simply no place in the world quite like Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park. Bring the whole family out to explore our majestic gardens, unique rides, water attractions, and…

    Gilroy Museum

    • 195 Fifth Street

    The Gilroy Museum offers a glimpse into Gilroy’s history and includes research facilities, photographs, and artifacts covering everything from the Ohlone Indians, through the…

    Old Mission San Juan Bautista

    • 406 2nd St

    One of California's best preserved and most visited missions. Mission San Juan Bautista is an active church so please show respect as you explore and honor this amazing mission…

    Sky Zone Trampoline Park

    • 8787 San Ysidro Ave

    The ultimate indoor trampoline park includes large open jump areas, a dodgeball arena, rock-climbing wall, 360° slam dunk zone, and more! From kids’ birthday parties to corporate…

    Wings of History Museum

    • 12777 Murphy Avenue

    This unique museum is located right next to the San Martin Airport. Aviation buffs and children of all ages will enjoy getting up close to real airplanes, sailplanes, and…

    Shopping

    Apothecary Vintage

    • 7451 Monterey Rd

    Step inside Apothecary Vintage, a downtown Gilroy boutique featuring a curated assortment of handpicked vintage clothing, accessories, and unique finds that celebrate classic style…

    BuB's Comics & Cards

    • 7483 Monterey Rd

    Discover a vast selection of comics, sports cards, action figures, Funko Pops and more at Caldwell's Comics & Cards in downtown Gilroy.

    Casa de Fruta Farm Stand

    • 10021 Pacheco Pass Highway

    Casa de Fruta started out as a roadside fruit stand and today has become a popular destination for travelers from around the world. Come to the “Casa” to pick up some…

    Garbo's Antiques & Collectibles

    • 7565 Monterey Rd

    Welcome to Garbo's Antiques & Collectibles, where your journey through time begins. Our shop is a treasure trove of diverse and remarkable collectibles, each item carefully curated…

    Garlic Shoppe

    • 4350 Monterey Highway 4350 Monterey Road

    Experience two great facets of Gilroy! Go Wine tasting at the Rapazzini Winery and shop at one of the top Garlic-themed shops in the area. Garlic gadgets, cookbooks, posters and…

    Leedo Art & Framing

    • 7436 Monterey Road

    Come check out the wide range of beautiful mats, moldings, glass, and top-quality services at an affordable price.

    Outdoor Recreation

    Henry W. Coe State Park

    • 9000 E Dunne Ave - Coe Ranch entrance

    This is the largest northern California State Park. With it's varying terrain and over 87,000 acres of wild open space to explore, please do some research to find a hiking or biking…

    Mt Madonna County Park

    • 7850 Pole Line Rd

    Only 10 Miles from Gilroy! Mt. Madonna County Park is one of Santa Clara County's most majestic regional park and recreation areas. The redwood forest dominates this 4,605-acre…

    Serpentine Loop Trail

    • Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve

    Serpentine Loop Trail 6.2 miles, 1093 elevation gain, estimated time to complete 2 – 2.5 hours Casa Loma Road can be challenging to find and cell/GPS service may not work!…

    Uvas Canyon Waterfall Loop

    • Uvas Canyon County Park

    Uvas Canyon Waterfall Loop Upper, Basin, and Black Rock Falls 2.9 miles, 728 elevation gain, estimated time to complete 1.5 – 2 hours This is one of the only Santa Clara…

    WHAT’S NEW IN GILROY

    Iconic Gilroy Garlic Festival Returns

    • 5 min read

    Deeply rooted in community and fueled by hundreds of volunteers, the Gilroy Garlic Festival returns for a three-day celebration of garlic food and fun from July 24–26. The festival is a testament to the community’s pride in Gilroy and the volunteers who put on the event, which has…