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

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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

    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.

    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…

    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…

    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.

    Ginger Cafe

    • 8657 San Ysidro Avenue

    Ginger Cafe is a family-run restaurant specializing in fresh and seasonal cuisine. Rooted in the Chinese culinary tradition and inspired by food from Southeast Asian regions and…

    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…

    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.

    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"…

    Wineries

    Bella Montagna

    • 3786 Quimby Rd

    Located in Santa Clara County, Bella Montagna Vineyard is dedicated to reviving the area's storied winemaking heritage. Please make reservations before visiting…

    Cinnabar Winery

    • 3200A Dryden Avenue

    Cinnabar Winery is a family-owned winery that reveres winemaking as a form of modern-day alchemy—the blending of science with a touch of nature's magic. The winery is located in a…

    Guglielmo Winery

    • 1480 East Main Avenue

    Visiting Guglielmo Winery’s Tasting Room and Retail Gift Shop is like taking a step back into Old Italy. Large wooden beams, stone walls, and terracotta tile provide a relaxing…

    MOHI Ranch Weddings & Celebrations

    • 12775 Uvas Road

    MOHI Wines is a boutique winery with hand-crafted wines. Perched on the banks of Uvas Creek at the southern edge of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Uvas Valley, MOHI Wines is tucked…

    Verde Vineyards

    • 2143 Buena Vista Ave

    George and Lynda Green both come from the medical field where they have a huge passion for their patients’ well-being. Now, they have taken that passion and focused it on making…

    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…

    LJB Farms

    • 585 Fitzgerald Avenue

    This popular roadside farm stand at the corner of Fitzgerald Ave. and Santa Teresa Blvd. has become the lifeblood for the Bonino family’s agricultural operation. Locals make regular…

    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

    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.

    Celestial Trading

    • 85 5th St

    Discover the the transformative power of crystals at Celestial Trading. This shop is a carefully curated collection of high-quality crystals and metaphysical supplies sourced from…

    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…

    Gilroy Premium Outlets

    • 681 Leavesley Rd

    Gilroy Premium Outlets features one of the largest collections of designer and brand name outlet stores in Northern California. The center features extraordinary savings of 25%-65%…

    Ivori Boutique

    • 7490 Monterey Rd

    A wide variety selection of handbags, wallets, unique jewelry, belts, scarves, hats, shoes and much more! Mon & Tues Closed, Wed-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-3pm. For latest Virtual and…

    Saddles & Treasures

    • 7550 Monterey St

    Saddles & treasures is the place to buy and sell tack barn goods on consignment as well as art, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles!

    Outdoor Recreation

    Calero County Park

    • 23205 McKean Road

    Calero County Park is one of Santa Clara County’s largest regional parks, offering scenic open spaces, peaceful backcountry trails, and recreational access to Calero Reservoir…

    East Entrance Station

    • Pinnacles East Entrance, 2400 Highway 146

    Pinnacles East Entrance Station The East Entrance–Pinnacles Visitor Center Open year-round 9:30 am to 5 pm. Located at the entrance to the campground, you can find a park…

    Martin Murphy Loop

    • Coyote Lake - Harvey Bear Ranch County Park (Harvey Bear Entrance)

    Martin Murphy Loop at Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch 2.2 miles, 78 elevation gain, estimated time to complete .5-1 hours Dogs, Bikes and Horses Just getting started with hiking or…

    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…