Geckos Grill & Pub

Gecko’s Hospitality Group has been locally owned and operated by Mike Gowan & Mike Quillen since 1992, and employs over 650 Floridians. Since 1992, the Gecko's Hospitality Group family of restaurants has created steady economic stimulus, generating thousands of first-time jobs, furthering the careers of hospitality professionals, and has been consistently awarded “Best Of” in numerous categories. Gowan and Quillen’s Better Burger venture, Smacks Burgers & Shakes opened in Summer, 2013. Longboat Key gem Dry Dock Waterfront Grill joined the GHG family in 2015. Dockside Waterfront Grill in Venice joined the fold in 2016, and, along with the legendary tavern, Red Barn Bar, fortifies the GHG’s mission to provide exceptional hospitality, fresh locally sourced fare with a gourmet twist and a menu that is accessible to everyone.