The best bars & nightlife in Watsonville

Tavern on 3 floors featuring beers, wines and a rotating tap selection along with a rooftop patio.

7534 Gourmet Alley (Gilroy)

Relaxed brewery offering in-house brews and craft beers for takeout and on tap, plus a dog-friendly patio.

918 E Lake Ave

Family-owned eatery & bar offering standard American grill fare in a relaxed setting.

8080 Santa Teresa Blvd #100 (Gilroy)

This week, skip the flight, keep the flavor. La Catalana delivers classic and modern tapas, paella, and rare-to-find fideu, alongside…

3720 N First St Unit 10 (San Jose)

Paper Plane has been crafting artful cocktails since 2013, backed by one of the Bay Area’s largest, highly curated bottle collections. Let…

72 S 1st St (San Jose)

Neighborhood bar offering cold beer and cocktails, plus a jukebox and pool table.

213 Third St (San Juan Bautista)

Comfy tavern with craft beers, large TVs & sustainable American eats in a historic brick building.

151 W Santa Clara St (San Jose)

Cozy wine bar offering food, including Italian meatballs, in an intimate setting.

350 W Julian St Bldg 4 (San Jose)

Laid-back eatery, plus bar featuring natural wines as well as eats like oysters, arancini and pasta.

30 Fountain Alley #160 (San Jose)

Relaxed, airy waterfront spot for wine tasting with savory snacks & ocean views.

55 Municipal Wharf Ste B (Santa Cruz)

Casual eatery featuring a menu of healthy dishes, plus wine and beer (some local) plus beer on tap.

8050 Soquel Dr Ste b (Aptos)

Easygoing venue with indoor & outdoor seating plus seasonal Californian plates & ample wines.

368 Santana Row (San Jose)

Cheese & small plates join 20 beers & wines on tap in a casual, wood-dominant space with a patio.

1389 Lincoln Ave (San Jose)

Craft cocktail lounge and restaurant featuring seasonal dishes and a menu of creative cocktails.

66 S 1st St (San Jose)

English-pub setting for casual eating, trivia/karaoke nights, happy hours & regular DJ sets.

173 W Santa Clara St (San Jose)

Intimate, rustic-chic haunt offering wines from around the world, craft brews & select small plates.

1435 The Alameda (San Jose)

This stylish bowling alley offers billiards, bars, private lanes, a full food menu & sleek decor.

5420 Thornwood Dr (San Jose)

Stylish traditional venue preparing classic Italian food & pairing it with mainly Italian wines.

320A Sharks Wy (San Jose)

Dive bar featuring a taco truck and jukebox dancing, plus live-music nights.

3530 Portola Dr (Santa Cruz)

Well-worn spot in an unassuming building known for local bands, loud music, drinks & a punk vibe.

98 S Almaden Ave (San Jose)

Set at the Chaminade Resort, this upscale restaurant offers a menu of comfort foods and scenic views.

1 Chaminade Ln (Santa Cruz)

Cozy, bustling locale offering extensive wine & whiskey menus, plus charcuterie, pizza & tapas.

65 N San Pedro St (San Jose)

Billiards & TV sports are popular at this low-key watering hole with burgers & 30 beers on tap.

2705 Union Ave (San Jose)

Tasting room featuring Santa Cruz Cider Company products such as apple cider and flights.

65 Hangar Way

Buzzing gastropub for craft cocktails & elevated American comfort food with seasonal tendencies.

69 N San Pedro St (San Jose)

Part of a NYC comedy club chain started in the '60s, this spot hosts big-name & lesser-known comics.

62 S Second St (San Jose)