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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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    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…

    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.

    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…

    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.

    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…

    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.

    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!

    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

    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…

    J. Winston Winery

    • 536 Live Oak Ave.

    J. Winston Winery is known for our "Big, Bold and Flavorful" wines. Join us at our new and improved Tasting Room at the beginning of the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail in Morgan…

    L & M Vineyard

    • 7602 Sunlit Oaks Ct.

    L & M Vineyard is a small, family-owned winery in southeast Gilroy. We produce small lot wines from our estate vineyard as well as from other vineyards in Santa Clara Valley. Enjoy…

    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…

    Twice Tyger

    • 11775 Watsonville Road

    Nestled along the eastern foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Twice Tyger is a boutique producer of estate wines, olive oil, and honey. Committed to nurturing the land 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

    Casa de Fruta

    • 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…

    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 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…

    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

    Azucena Blooms

    • 7561 Monterey St

    Welcome to Azucena Blooms, where nature meets craftsmanship. Located in the heart of California, we specialize in creating stunning floral arrangements and delivering happiness…

    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.

    California Welcome Center, Gilroy

    • 8155-6 Arroyo Circle

    The California Welcome Center in Gilroy serves as a gateway for travelers exploring the Golden State. Located in Gilroy Premium Outlets, this visitor information hub provides free…

    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…

    Casa de Fruta

    • 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…

    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…

    Dream Weaver Books

    • 7393 Monterey Street

    Dream Weaver Books empowers the community through literacy and early learning programs, funded by the proceeds from our diverse selection of books and gifts. We provide a welcoming…

    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…

    Frog Lake Loop

    • Henry W. Coe State Park, Coe Ranch Entrance

    Frog Lake Loop Trail at Henry W Coe. State Park Coe Ranch Entrance, 9000 E. Dunne Ave, Morgan Hill 4.5 miles, 698 elevation gain, estimated time to complete 2-2.5 hours There is an…

    Pinnacles National Park

    • 5000 Highway 146

    Pinnacles National Park A Landscape Forged by Volcanoes Around 23 million years ago, a series of volcanic eruptions shaped the landscape that is now Pinnacles National Park. The…

    Uvas Canyon County Park

    • 8515 Croy Road

    Uvas Canyon County Park is a scenic outdoor destination near Morgan Hill offering waterfalls, forested trails, camping, and peaceful creekside scenery. Outdoor enthusiasts can…

    WHAT’S NEW IN GILROY

    Iconic Gilroy Garlic Festival Returns

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    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…