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Filmmakers and film fans from around the world will be descending on Gilroy and surrounding cities April 9-16 for the 19th annual Poppy Jasper International Film Festival.  This year, they have 300 films from 40 countries.  Don't miss this 8-day film festival with 80 events in 22 venues in 5 cities! 

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Known as the "Garlic Capital of the World," Gilroy is famous for its garlic-infused delicacies and lively entertainment. Beyond garlic, the city boasts scenic vineyards, beautiful parks, and shopping at the popular Gilroy Premium Outlets. With its welcoming atmosphere, farm-fresh flavors, and proximity to both Silicon Valley and the Central Coast, Gilroy is a delightful destination for those seeking a taste of authentic California.

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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…

OD's Kitchen

  • 28 Martin Street

O.D.'s was founded by Don and Diana O'Donoghue using good, old family recipes. The restaurant is now maintained by their sons: Mike, Mark, and Bryan. Come on in and taste what all…

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…

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

  • 7560 Monterey Rd

Savor Modern American Cuisine with an elevated flair at Tempo Kitchen & Bar. They are conveniently located in downtown Gilroy – don't miss out on delicious food! The menu at…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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!

Wineries

Fernwood Cellars

  • 7137 Redwood Retreat Rd.

Tasting at Fernwood Cellars’ “Creekside Grove”: Picnic & Sip in the redwoods and enjoy our one-of-a-kind spectacular creekside location at historic Redwood Retreat. Estate Suite…

Fortino Winery

  • 4525 Hecker Pass Highway

Fortino Winery is a family-owned and operated winery that has been in business for over 50 years, and we pride ourselves on treating all guests (including children and pets) as…

Kirigin Cellars

  • 11550 Watsonville Road

Welcome to Kirigin Cellars, the home of our famous coffee and chocolate-infused Vino de Mocca, and a host of other wonderful wines made from grapes grown on the property. We offer…

Little Uvas Vineyard

  • 255 Fitzgerald Ave.

Outdoor tasting area with beautiful views. Closely supervised children at the table are allowed, leashed dogs allowed. You may bring snacks to drink with your wine. Reservations are…

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…

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.

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 Tap House & Grill

  • 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 Gilroy's First Taproom & Bottle Shop Welcome to the award-winning Pour Me Taproom, where every pour is a masterpiece and every visit is an…

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.

Tempo Kitchen & Bar

  • 7560 Monterey Rd

Savor Modern American Cuisine with an elevated flair at Tempo Kitchen & Bar. They are conveniently located in downtown Gilroy – don't miss out on delicious food! The menu at…

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.

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

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…

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…

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

Ashford's Heirlooms

  • 7547 Monterey Street

This well-curated store houses an eclectic collection of antiques, usable household goods, sewing, loads of vintage vinyl, and more. Fun fact: The Ashford family has operated a…

Bike Center

  • 7441 Monterey Road

Adult and children’s bicycles and the related accessories and replacement parts available. Other miscellaneous items such as skateboards, decals and edge wax are available as well.

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…

Fiesta Depot

  • 7634 Monterey Rd,

A gift, party supply and novelty store with many unique items, most of them with a Hispanic Cultural theme.

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 Soccer

  • 7412 Monterey Road, #180

We have about everything you might want in the area of soccer clothing and equipment. Soccer shoes for boys, girls, men and women in many colors and many brands. You will be able…

Saddles & Treasures

  • 7641 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

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…

Mummy Mountain Trail -

  • 4558 Gilroy Hot Springs

For a 3.9 mile hike that's sure to delight any time of year, take a meander up Mummy Mountain at Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch County Park in Gilroy! The Late winter and Spring are…

Henry W. Coe State Park

  • Coe Ranch Campground, 9000 E Dunne Ave

This a a very large park with a few entrances. Please do some research to find a hiking or biking trail that is best for you! 10,000 years of human occupation have passed. All who…

WHAT’S NEW IN GILROY

Meet the Winery Dogs of Santa Clara Valley

  • 12 min read

As a part of the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail, Gilroy is close to more than 30 wineries in this beautiful, historic, award-winning wine region. These wineries are known for their delicious wines and stunning scenery, but they’re also known for their friendliness—and that includes…