Top Rated Nightlife in Gilroy

This authentic British pub and restaurant caters to soccer fanatics in the daytime and the singles bar crowd at night. Sample traditional British dishes such as Bangers and Mash or Fish and Chips. There are many screens for sporting events, and the selection of drafts and single-malt scotches is impressive. Eat and watch the games outside on the patio or inside the air-conditioned restaurant. Admission is free at night but varies for the live-telecast soccer events from the U.K., which are always presented during the early morning hours.

Call it what you will - a retro sports bar or a neighborhood singles bar, The Branham Lounge is a great place to hang out while watching a live game. This one has been a mainstay of the Branham region in San Jose since 1969. Evidently the passing time has lent much character to the place; there's an mistakable vintage feel to it, yet it's replete with modern conveniences like the large LCD screens that grab quite a few eyeballs during game nights here. The drinks served are stiff and do their job, while the line up of events here is pretty interesting - be it featured DJs or performing artists or theme nights like the notorious Beer Pong Nights. But what takes the cake here are the extended happy hours that run from 10a to 9p everyday; head to The Branham Lounge for a good time without breaking the bank.

If the names Camarones Rancheros or Fajitas de Camaron strike a chord with you, then you should visit the El Amigo restaurant. Since 1987, it has been serving patrons an excellent Mexican feast and over the years, it has managed to charm its guests with consistency in quality and good service. The extensive menu features elaborately cooked dishes and comprises fresh salads, soups, torta varieties and your staple Mexican fare like burritos, tacos, enchiladas and so forth. One can also order margaritas, beers and other drinks along with their spicy starters; happy hour is there for five days of a week. Come Wednesday and along with an entree order, your little ones can enjoy a free meal. Its impressive service and food preparations can be extended for private events as El Amigo doubles up as a rental venue along with catering services. For details, check website.