A night out on the town in South County could include an evening of community theater, an event at Gavilan College, a movie at the Cinelux Gilroy or an art-filled evening at the Cura Contemporary art center. Just add a little food and liquid refreshment from one of these local establishments. And Gilroy should soon be home to a new Petiscos, the casual dining restaurant group started by the Michelin-level chefs at Adega—but no word yet on when doors will open, other than “coming soon.”
New in Town
Véra Restaurant
17395 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill
408.778.1801 | verarestaurant.com
Located in the beautifully designed Cura Contemporary building, which hosts art exhibitions and other cultural events, Véra is a new restaurant featuring fresh seafood and shareable plates. Open Tuesday-Sunday; closing time is 8pm, so get started early here.
The Silos
17480 Depot St, Morgan Hill
siloscocktail.com
This restaurant and bar opened in the fall of 2024, adapting the historic Isaacson Granary and its four huge silos to create a distinctive and appealing interior space. The food menu is short but satisfying; the cocktails offer creative spins on some classics, and the list of spirits is impressive. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays; open until 11pm Fridays and Saturdays.
Other South County Highlights
Alehouse and Bistro
707 1st St, Gilroy
408.767.2673 | alehousebistro.com
A South County standout for boozy brunches—drinks include the Beyhive bellini (peach nectar and honey) and the Gummy Bear (with blueberry preserves)—the Alehouse and Bistro also serves food and drinks daily, and is open until 10pm Friday and Saturdays.
Craft Roots
17230 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill
408.612.8297 | craftroots-mh.com
Though it’s only open until 9pm, with a very early happy hour from 2 to 4pm, Craft Roots gets top marks from locals and visitors alike for its specialty vegan cocktails, locally sourced craft beers and 100% plant-based menu.
MOHI Farm
90 E 3rd St, Morgan Hill
408.444.6644 | mohifarm.com
South Valley hospitality and restaurant developer Frank Leal brought the MOHI Farm concept in February 2023 to downtown Morgan Hill, offering farm-to-table eating with most of the produce coming from local growers in the South County and Watsonville. The seasonal menu will please both foodies and health-conscious eaters, and eco-conscious consumers will like the focus on waste reduction and sustainability. Open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays, MOHI offers beer, local wine (including pours from Leal Vineyards) and cocktail classics with a fun spin—such as a frozen espresso concoction and the Farmarita, which can incorporate any of the fresh juice blends that MOHI Farm serves.
Running Shop and Hops
17500 Depot St, Suite 100, Morgan Hill
669.258.5950 | therunningshopandhops.com
The selection of rotating draft, canned and bottled suds from small craft breweries will make beer lovers’ hearts glad. There’s also cider, seltzer, kombucha and nonalcoholic beverages. Outside food is welcome—and so are kids and dogs. Open until 11pm Wednesday-Saturday and until 10pm Sunday-Tuesday.
Vines & Pints
7511 Monterey St, Gilroy
669.253.6179 | vinesandpints.com
In addition to libations made from hops and grapes, expect salads, flatbreads and various customizable bar bites. Open until midnight Friday and Saturday; closed Monday-Wednesday.
More South County Watering Holes
Bartenders Union | 7421 Monterey St, Gilroy | 408.337.5886 |
Capos Event Center | 7588 Monterey St, Gilroy | 669.500.6810
The District Theater | 7430 Monterey St, Gilroy | 408.303.7133
Encina Bar | 1295 E Dunne Ave, Suite 100, Morgan Hill | 408.612.8772
El Michoacano Restaurant | 6966 Chestnut St, Gilroy | 408.842.5877
Pop’s Public House | 1300 1st St, Suite A, Gilroy | 408.337.5981
Pour Me Taproom & Bottle Shop | 7499 Monterey Road, Gilroy | 408.337.5447
Sushi Confidential | 17340 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill | 408.819.9111
Tempo Kitchen & Bar | 7560 Monterey St, Gilroy | 408.855.1111
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