Promised Land Brewing Company
Afternoon
Slowing down usually means wine or beer. Gilroy’ s wineries are a point of pride: Martin Ranch Winery is known for bold reds and its J. D. Hurley craft coffee— a little-known secret; Cinnabar Winery offers great hillside views and a quaint tasting room featuring their incredible Mercury Rising and Cabernet Franc; Fortino Winery is famous for its crowd-pleasing Zinfandel, intriguing Charbono, and delightful Pinot Grigio; and Besson Family Vineyards shines with its 2025 awardwinning Picpoul Blanc( 2024 Double Gold – 94 points) and its Estate Old Vine Zinfandel( 2022 Gold – 90 points).
Prefer hops? Promised Land Brewing Company and Settle Down Brewery are Gilroy’ s very own microbreweries, located right in downtown, offering relaxed spaces to gather over well-crafted beers. Whether wine or beer, these are just a few of the many great establishments in our little garlicky town.
Evening
Dinner is where Gilroy really shows off. Old City Hall offers an extensive menu and plenty of garlic, Westside Grill feels like home to many longtime locals, Pop’ s Public House brings comfort food and community together, and Alehouse Bistro is known for craft cocktails and a creative menu of elevated flavors. Add a warm evening stroll or live music filling the air most nights, and you are living a Gilroy kind of night.
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Martin Ranch Winery Gilroy
Denise Besson & James Fahey of Besson Family Vineyards
Alehouse Bistro Gilroy
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