We came during what I would describe as a busy halloween weekend festive event! The streets were…read morefull of people dressed up and so were the bars. Vine and pint was the same, packed but bar top was open so we grabbed a seat and ordered my wife and I some sliders as an afternoon snack! Chatted with the bar tender and learned more about the festivities going on since it was a Friday before halloween so I was curious if Gilroy was always so lively or it was just that weekend. Bartender was great and even offered me a few samples of the local brews just to try. Honestly didn't recall which things but I do recall one was a sour and ipa for the first time. But I think I enjoyed the one that tasted like a sangria. I joked about hearing that Gilroy was garlic capital so asked if there was a garlic beer since I saw somewhere there was garlic ice cream, but unfortunately there wasn't a garlic beer on tap so no luck there. Soon afterwards our sliders came and we got to enjoy our afternoon snack before heading out to locate me a sample of garlic ice cream in the garlic capital! Sliders were good and medium well! If only Gilroy was the final stop on the road trip I think I would've enjoyed a bar hoping experience since it seemed like there were plenty of bars to choose from!

I attended a volunteer dinner at Vines and Pints. The restaurant was closed for the private event…read more This place is located in downtown Gilroy and I went on a Wednesday night and there was parking available, about a block away, on the street. I can see this street being busy and parking hard to get on a weekend. The restaurant has plenty of tables but no outside seating. There is a large bar with a great selection of wine, spirits and beer. The team serving us was welcoming and attentive. They knew their wines and were happy to make great recommendations. Our party did not get to order from the food menu because it was a preset menu for dinner. There was a buffet with a protein, vegetables, salad and dessert. I took one star off because of how greasy the food was. Other than that hiccup, I would come back here on my own. The service was outstanding - attentive but no pressure. An upscale place in downtown Gilroy. I highly recommend.

Such a cute winery with the best vibes! The owners are super friendly and they let their sweet dogs…read moreroam free. I came with family on a rainy saturday and the owner made some complimentary lentil soup for everyone - so good! Despite the cold weather everyone stayed comfortable with the warm outdoor heaters. The wine was delicious btw. They also had live music which was such a nice touch! Everyone was very kind and hospitable.

Wow what a great find, thanks to yelp! We spent a Saturday afternoon here. We tried the traditional…read moreflight and the zin flight- both were good. We also ordered a bottle of one of the zins. We also ordered a variety of fresh pizzas which were excellent! Overall the ambience is lovely with live music, kids can walk around, sit on tractors and play with the dogs. We will definitely be coming back!

This is a very great place. Love all the vinyl/albums on the wall/nice to listen with a glass of…read morewine. I'm not the most knowledgeable wine drinker, but they have an amazing variety of really good international wines. I am knowledgeable about service and this place is 30 out of 10. They can talk about virtually all the wines there. They're happy to suggest some based on your likes and make it easy to enjoy some really good wine. Pretty freaking great place!

Great spot in the heart of downtown MH! It's so nice to have some wine bar/tasting room variety…read moredowntown now; perfect location, passionate and knowledgeable staff... a must visit and we will return! For the owners: we love the focus, wine and a true variety of music; a wonderful distraction from the chaos that is life!

We stopped here to break up our drive from SLO to SFO. Great pit stop, I'm glad my wife found it…read more Super cool spot down an alley. Really friendly staff, pretty cool layout and a lot of fun stuff like games and a photo booth. Great beer selection. We tried a couple beers that the bartender recommended and were quite happy. Our daughter was pretty stoked on their giant pretzel, which we all put down pretty quickly. A cool stop with a cool vibe, I would certainly stop here again on my next trip through.

This is my new hangout obsession in Gilroy! They have a great selection of beers, house made…read morecocktails that are available as well, and small bites. The chips and salsa are both made in-house and is absolutely the best thing and should not be missed! Everyone is really kind and helpful and I love the overall vibe and environment. Definitely a place to come get a drink and enjoy a beautiful day in Gilroy!

Spent a great afternoon at Fortinos winery yesterday...Great wine and entertainment. The owners…read moreinvited the Gavilan college ensemble band to play that day. The kids rocked the house! I thought it was great the owners invited them to play there. Most of those kids might not get a chance to place at a large venue like that.. the staff was great and what a beautiful setting. our large party had a very pleasant afternoon. we will be going back there again soon!

A "hidden" gem (at least for me as I don't normally jump onto Hecker) with delicious wine, friendly…read morestaff, and a lot of space.

Stopped to check out the town of Hollister. Figured I should start drinking wine. This place was…read moreempty, but Robert the host was nice and welcoming. Had a glass of Cru Chardonnay. Not bad after a long drive from LA. The vibe is totally chill and there's a farmers market happening right now on a Wednesday after 3pm. Robert says I can get a tri-tip sandwich at the local bbq joint and bring it back to pair with another glass of wine. Love his mojo. I recommend Crave.

Let's start with the service...if I could give more than 5 's I would! Professional, knowledgeable,…read moregreat sense of humor and best of all he knew exactly when we needed refills. Wonderful selection of wines which meant we weren't leaving empty handed, thank goodness. The interior has low key lighting which adds to the cozy ambiance. The exterior is lackluster and is part of a larger structure. You could literally drive right by it and never realize it exists. Thank you GPS! Once you enter you will be greeted with a pleasant smile and all the good graces that the fantastic hosts have to offer. They served some appetizers that were delicious! Visit Crave, you'll be glad you did.

Kirigin is our new favorite winery in Gilroy and Monterey bay!!! Simply amazing wine and even more…read moreamazing wine clubs!! They have a huge selection of reds and their desert wine is to die for. They also host large events. I absolutely love the ambiance of the tasting room, which includes a very long tasting bar for those crowded days. By all means, allow a couple of hours for this tasting, you'll enjoy your time here. The downside, I'm currently living in MN and there's no shipping offered to that state, otherwise we would have joined a wine club.

Had a pretty disappointing experience here on my first visit for a girls' wine day. We came in…read moreexcited to try somewhere new, do a tasting, and hopefully buy a few bottles to enjoy on the grounds, but the service immediately felt cold and uncomfortable. The staff member behind the bar greeted us with a blank, deadpan stare (otherwise known as a "GenZ Stare") that made the whole interaction feel awkward from the start. When we mentioned it was our first time visiting and that we were excited to be there, there was no warmth, no enthusiasm, and no effort to tell us about the wines or the property. Even the pours seemed careless. I know this is Gilroy and not Napa, but I still expected a welcoming experience and better wine service. Unfortunately, both the service and the wine itself were disappointing. The best part of this place was definitely the beautiful grounds, which would make a gorgeous wedding setting. Maybe this place is better suited as an event venue than a wine tasting destination, but based on my experience, I would not return. The two stars are for the beautiful grounds.

First time coming here, I stopped in for a late lunch and had a really great experience. Walked in…read moreand got seated right away and I loved that they offer both indoor and outdoor seating. It wasn't busy for a Saturday afternoon, so the vibe felt relaxed and I didn't feel rushed at all. Service was great and the food came out pretty quickly. I ordered the KFC bowl and it was delicious with just the right amount of spice. Also had the steak bleu salad, the steak was cooked exactly how I asked and tasted amazing. The Gal-Bi tacos were a great appetizer too, full of flavor with a nice hint of spice. Overall everything was delicious and the experience was super enjoyable. Definitely coming back and recommend trying.

Kimchi friend rice had a little kick but so flavorful! Cooked perfectly. Pulled pork grilled cheese…read morewas greasy goodness. Garlic toast with saucy pulled pork and cheese in the middle. The garlic fries were a great addition. Kids chicken tenders weren't anything great but a solid item. The bathrooms were gender neutral but the toilet seat covers were on the opposite wall from the toilet. Not convenient. Our server was friendly but i wish he would've checked in on us a few more times as i needed a water refill. Great menu selection though! A little bit of everything.

Beautiful place for a wedding. My friend got married here this weekend. Everything was beautiful,…read morethe wedding planner was sweet, the bartenders were great, the food was good and the servers were attentive . If you don't know now you know.

This establishment offers an ideal combination of relaxation and sophistication. This was the first…read moretime at this winery and what even made it fulfilling it was my birthday The service was characterized by warmth and attentiveness, with prompt and efficient service. Each dish we sampled was delectable, particularly the spicy beef, which was exceptionally flavorful. Beverages were refreshing and well-balanced.

This is a neat place! There are a lot od locals and regulars and everyone seemed to know everyone,…read moremaking it feel like maybe we will be regulars one day too!. We started with Sangria (both red and white) and tho I like the white a bit more, both are really good. We also had the "a little bit of both" share charcuterie, and that was much more than expected! Not fancy, but 2 cheeses, 2 meats, assorted nuts, olives (have pits be safe!) and grapes with a few slices of a nice crusty bread and these really good large cracker type bread that was just perfect to have with our sangrias. We sat outside while a great local band played, the heaters were perfectly warm, nice string lights, and a good atmosphere. We also ordered a coffee and a beer later on, but I forget what kind of beer. Was good, I just don't recall the beer or ale. Staff was pretty attentive most of the time. The reason for not 5 stars: while I was in the industry for almost 50 years, our server seemed to get bored with us at some point and we had to flag her down. It was busy so I understand but the attitude changed a bit. Also, we wanted an item on the menu from The website and it wasn't available as the website wasn't updated. Minor issue, but the server seemed annoyed. Next time I keep the menus so that doesn't happen again. Still, totally worth the visit and since I live in the area now I would love to become a regular! Next time I want to try the flatbread

We stopped here after brunch nearby on our way to the next wine tasting stop. It's a small spot,…read morewith an outdoor patio (Grant's Garden) that's larger than the inside area. It was pretty quiet when we went (only one other group outside at 1pm on a Saturday). The vibes are very chill--we came in through the side entrance and grabbed a spot in the back. There are plenty of tables and chairs available, most with umbrellas for shade; there seems to be a few tables with built in fire pits as well. There was also a stage in the back for live music, which would have been awesome to enjoy with some cold wine on a hot day. The inside area is nice, bright, quiet, and clean. They have TVs for sports, news, etc. There are a bunch of open seats and bar area with additional seating. There is a solid selection of beverages, including lots of wine and flights. Reds, whites, rosé, sparkling, and more. They also do dessert wines and bubbly cocktails! You can order most things by the glass, or full bottle. If you're not into wine, they also have a selection of beer, ciders, and non-alcoholic options! We had just had a big meal so didn't get any food, however they had a solid menu featuring items like flatbreads, sandwiches, tacos, salads, Mediterranean dishes, crostinis, and of course cheese and charcuterie plates. The woman working was friendly and helpful with answering questions and making sure we were taken care of. This is definitely a cute and fun spot to grab a drink, or whole bottle to share. I look forward to coming back and trying their food, while listening to some live music! IG: @bbnem.eats