Michael Manguinao
Google
Gecko Gecko serves up classic Thai cuisine using local California-grown ingredients. The staff is super friendly and courteous, and the restaurant itself is has a modern look compared to other Thai restaurants in the area, yet it still has that cozy, casual feel. The walls are beautifully decorated with simple portraits and thatch crafts, and the entire restaurant is clean and inviting. It definitely gave a nice intimate vibe that would be nice for a date night.
The food is fresh, beautiful, and downright delicious. Honestly, they serve the best Pad Thai my girlfriend and I have ever had! It wasn't overly sweet, but it was savory and delectable. Also, the spicy basil fried rice had just the perfect amount of kick. Each special was moderately priced at $13.95, though the food was much better than more expensive places we've had. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I would recommend it to anyone looking to try a place downtown.