Amazing food!! My husband and I came for lunch. I had the turkey melt and my husband had the chicken enchiladas. The flavor of the sandwich as remarkable.. loaded with meat, and not just lettuce and tomoato, but avocado and a clearly homemade honey mustard dressing. The jalapeno bun was fresh and tasty and the waffle cut fries were cooked perfectly! Making plans to come again next week!! read more

What your money will get you, are these three delicious spicy tacos, baracho beans, and great veggies. All the food is amazing and they do late night as well as happy hour. read more

Cafe Gecko - Sports Bars Near Me - Plano, Texas

I've been meaning to review this Cafe Gecko for probably a month now. Now, typically, whenever I put something off, it's because it is sure to be an unpleasant experience - things like making a dental appointment, buying a wedding gift or succumbing to OCD convulsions when alphabetizing my record collection fall into this category. Reviewing Cafe Gecko does not belong in that category. Every time I have been here has been excellent, and I think I've been obliviously assuming everyone else in the 10-mile radius feels the same way - no review needed! But just in case someone missed the memo, this review is for them. My first experience with this place was years ago when it was in Austin Ranch and the after-party from the wedding ended up here. Due to the intoxicated haze surrounding that evening, as well as the fact that my date was certifiably cuckoo, it's an evening that was pushed out of my mind, save for the delicious pizza they served. Fast forward a few years and I'm going to Cafe Gecko in Addison with coworkers for happy hour. Brief tinges of recognition flared up in my brain, and I anticipated excellent food and company that would not make me want to see if it was possible to strangle myself. Alas, at the time, the Addison Cafe Gecko did not have pizza. It did have a more relaxed atmosphere than the Austin Ranch Cafe Gecko, I seem to recall. Plus, more parking. All of this traipsing down Memory Lane is to show that now there exists a Cafe Gecko that gets the best of both locations in one spot... even though it has moved out of Austin Ranch to make this possible. To everyone still reading, thank you for indulging me as I recount my various bar visits and moments of temporary insanity. Now, to the good stuff. Cafe Gecko is as welcoming to regulars as it is to folks to who may go to a bar once a decade. It's the kind of place where you can go toss back a few beers and watch whatever sporting event is on, or you could go and celebrate your birthday with your immediate family - one Saturday, we somehow combined both of these as my Mom had her birthday luncheon here during a football game. (I actually think my parents have been here more than I have, which is both awesome and kind of surprising.) The place is built almost like a long hallway. There is a bar stretching about halfway through the dining room, while high table tops are spread out before giving way to booths and low tables along the back wall. Pool and Golden Tee are available, as is a pretty spacious patio, and a television set is never too far from your field of vision. Even with all the seating and activity to take in, it does not feel crowded nor like we are all sitting on top of each other. Staff have plenty of room to navigate the dining room and demonstrate how everyone working here brings their "A" game. I've never had anything less than exceptional service here, with Emily being an especially stand-out member of the team. Remember how I mentioned my Mom celebrated her birthday here? Emily took care of the seven of us that day, and she made it look effortless. I've seen a manager periodically walk around and visit with the guests, too, which goes a long way in my book. Yet all of this would be kind of pointless if the food was not up to par. We all know someone who frequents their version of "Cheers" and tries to sell their friends on the prospects of eating "bar food that's actually good." Cafe Gecko's food does not deserve to be classified as "bar food." It's food that has been universally solid across the board, with everyone I know ordering something they have loved. Their nachos are legendary, their sandwiches are delicious and that pizza is the kind of thing Bob Dylan would romanticize in a song for 11 minutes. (Also of note, a "small" pizza is big enough to take home for another meal, making me fear a "large" is actually delivered to the table by way of a steam engine.) So yes, after a month of putting it off and seven paragraphs of literary exposition, Cafe Gecko is more than worthy of the highest praise it can get. The atmosphere is easygoing, the staff is made up of wonderful people and the food surpasses "bar food" in every way. Stop in and enjoy. I always do. read more

Terrible service!!! The tall skinny bartender with black hair and glasses was rude and took forever to make our drinks while being very clearly intoxicated on the job.... read more

The turkey melt was pretty good. The fries however were a bit grease and service on food a little slow. A these things I suspect will improve as the staff gets trained since this place is relatively new. I really like the music selection and atmosphere. This place could become a nice hangout spot at lunch and happy hour. read more

Cafe Gecko - Bar area - Sports Bars Near Me - Plano, Texas

This place is seriously nasty. It should be a sign when no one is eating and everyone is drinking... was driving by and decided to try. Got the pizza and the chicken sandwich. Sandwich wasn't too bad, although the bread was soggy. The pizza was one of the worst I've ever had which was shocking since the pictures looked good. Sauce was weird, lacked flavor. Won't be back read more

One of the only places I know of in all of Dallas where the bar & kitchen stay open until 2:00 am 7 days a week... this in itself is awesome enough but the food is actually good! Mike behind the bar is a great guy who will always remember your name. Be sure and ask him for his secret quesadillas suggestion. Magnificent! read more

Cafe Gecko - Sports Bars Near Me - Plano, Texas

Must of had the "c" staff in on Saturday. Slow service - got our beers the servers never came back to us so we could order lunch. Even after twice waving to one of them who put up the "2" fingers to mean two minutes. But never came. We paid for drinks and left. read more

The waffle fries with ranch are so good. My husband loved the wings. I also recommend the quesadillas and the sour cream chicken nachos. My only 2 complaints are some times the music (that's meant to be back ground music) is up a bit loud and some times there's a weird smell inside which is a bit off putting. read more

Love the food here! We have been eating here for a decade. Ever since they were at Austin Ranch. Service is not great, last time I went, waitress ignored me and my son til I went to tap her on shoulder so she could come take my order. Each time I've gone it's a different person taking my order. I saw only the men at bar getting plenty of attention. Will be back but only cause I love their food. read more

I'm so glad this bar exists. It has the best bar food I have ever had, and the drinks are reasonable cheap. It is like my second home, all the staff are great and also all the regulars. Everyone knows everyone in this bar. 1/2 price apps everyday after 11pm. read more

Not much for atmosphere but let's talk about the quesadillas. The service is okay but back to the flavorful quesadillas. Strong cocktails but how about those quesadillas. Catching my drift? read more

We had to send the queso back for being cold. We order wings which took 30 mins. After about 28 min we decided to leave the bartender said sorry and would take it off the bill. Waitress came over and said no it took the normal mount of time. We had one bite of the wings they were cold AF. Bad service bad food. Stay away!!!!!!! read more

Was in there tonight, a Monday night at 6 PM, for dinner with a large party. Approximately 20. We called ahead to make sure they were prepared to handle the large party and they said yes. Everyone got their food except me. I waited an hour. The entire table finished eating. I still had no food. I tried to get the attention of somebody who works there but nobody made eye contact. I finally shouted at someone to cancel my order. I got a look like I had three heads. About 20 minutes after that I found someone who stopped long enough that I could ask how much do I owe for the beer and the iced tea. She asked what I had to eat and I said I had nothing because nobody ever brought my food. She said what did you order? I said it didn't matter because I wasn't going to eat it or pay for it. She actually had the nerve to bring me a bill for $6.23. I paid my bill and left. No one apologized. No one acknowledged a mistake. No one noticed that they had a table of 20 people sitting there and 19 were eating and one was sitting there with her thumb up her ass. I left early and went to Joe's to get a slice on the way home. Thanks so much for ruining my last night out with the rest of my group of friends before I move to Denver. read more

Lauren was honestly the worst server I've ever had. Very stuck up and seemed entitled. Definitely going to the other geckos!

Comfort food. Comfortable setting and crowd. Salads, pizza, nachos and so much more. Cafe Gecko is our Go To neighborhood restaurant. Great bar and friendly attentive wait staff. read more

Hey. Went here and had some great quesadillas and ceviche. Margaritas were also very good. Patio is a great place to hang after work or he game. read more

I've been there twice in past 10 days with both visits being about the same: very nice ambiance, friendly crowd, friendly and attentive staff, but I found the food to be just average. I had the Angus burger one night and the blackened chicken sandwich the second visit. There may have been confusion with my chicken order because it looked and tasted grilled, not blackened. I hope that wasn't their idea of blackened. With both dishes, the quality of the meat seemed fine but the preparation was boring. I asked for spicy mustard but they didn't have. Their cross-cut potatoes, which come with both dishes, seemed a bit under cooked, for my taste anyhow. Other people seemed to be enjoying their pizza. read more

Fantastic staff, I always feel super welcome here. You really can't go wrong here. Great food, great staff, even better drinks. If you're in the area and need a cozy area to hang out at I highly recommend Cafe Gecko to be that spot. read more

Way better than I was expecting. I expected a sports bar. it is like a sports bar in that it has TVs as well as a pool table which is awesome, but the food was actually excellent and a lot more than just burgers and pizza. I had the seafood nachos and they were AWESOME! Order these! Blackened shrimp salad , very good atmosphere- great & they have an outside patio read more

Even better than the original at Austin Ranch. Same great food. Same great service. Much better location!

Our NEW go-to neighborhood sports bar! Enjoyed the food (hamburger on a jalapeño bun!), drinks, and the service was wonderful! A lot of televisions...just a great atmosphere! We'll be back for sure! read more

Bartender didn't know what yamazaki whiskey was, laughed when I tried to order a Moscow mule and didn't seem too hospitable in general. Horrible service with a great atmosphere and layout but a bartender ought to try and be nice and at least up sell me to some expensive whiskey or cocktail to make more money and tip for himself. Went to Shakertins after and had great Moscow mules and food with top notch service and professional staff! read more

Stopped by here for a quick lunch and was pleased. Got the blackened chicken salad with honey mustard dressing. The chicken had great flavor and portion size was large for only $8.50. Service was excellent. They have tons of TVs as well. read more

First time coming here and I'm absolutely impressed, service, ambiance, food, all 5 STARS! Our favorite bar stopped serving food after I picked up my wife from the air port, so we were suggested this place for a late kitchen. I had the chicken nachos and the chicken strips. Both were out of this world. The presentation of the nachos was completely perfect. One piece of chicken, on one chip and covered with cheese. Served with their house pico it was totally out of this world. The strips were breaded and blackened with the missy perfect ratio of heat to season, waffle fries were to die for. If you want elevated bar food and a great place to have it definitely come to Geko! Sergio was our bartender and Mike was the manager it was totally amazing. He kept out drinks fresh and the food coming. Ask for him he won't disappoint. read more

1st time to Cafe Gecko. Ordered the Orange Chicken and it came as shown in the picture. This item was good not great, service was responsive, although the place was pretty empty while I was there. The place had a full bar, lots of TVs with sports, a pool table, Golden Tee golf game, and a comfortable atmosphere. There were other menu items that piqued my interest enough to warrant another visit. I'd like to see this place come football season. It has the makings to be a great Saturday/Sunday spot. read more

Cafe Gecko - 1st time to Cafe Gecko. Ordered the Orange Chicken and it came as shown in the picture. - Sports Bars Near Me - Plano, Texas

Happy it's open late, food honestly all tastes about the same because they put the same cheese on everything. Not bad but a bit pricey. Environment is laid back which is nice, but not exactly my place to be so to speak. Their happy hour deal is pretty nice though, half off appetizers read more

Fantastic food great service friendly staff and great atmosphere in bar or on patio. Chicken enchiladas burgers and pizza are great. Great selection of beer and the atmosphere is the best part. Owner is there often and ensures high quality service and is friendly. I have had almost everything on the menu and it has all been great and fantastic value. Staff is very attentive even when it is busy. One of my most favorite places to eat read more

The food is great! I was a bit surprised at the pricing on the alcoholic beverages so that was not necessarily my favorite. But nice and clean service. read more

Great food and awesome screens. Staff is super friendly and is happy to adjust your order.

They have the nicest people servers and all good place.I very much recommend this place

Loved it. The bartender is very friendly, and their chicken cheese filled jalapenos are the bomb.

Staff is great! Food is pretty gross! The people who hang out there are also kinda creepy.

This place rocks! One of the best burgers I have ever had! This is our new joint for sure!