Frog and Gecko

Bars & Nightlife · Beach Bars

Rating: 4.4 (303 reviews)

Address: Thailand, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Status: OPEN

Phone:+66 98 023 8310

About

Frog and Gecko is a charming British-style beachfront pub that offers a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere perfect for locals and tourists alike. Nestled in Fisherman's Village, this venue blends casual beach vibes with traditional pub elements, creating a versatile social hub that appeals to sports fans, quiz night enthusiasts, and those seeking a relaxed drinking experience. With stunning sea views, multiple entertainment options like pool tables and live sports screenings, and a consistently friendly environment, it's a go-to spot for after-work drinks, casual dining, and social gatherings.

Highlights

  • Stunning sea view location
  • Live sports screening
  • Weekly quiz nights
  • Pool table
  • Open-air beach deck
  • Diverse drink selection
  • Friendly, attentive staff

The Vibe

Casual and unpretentious, with a warm, inviting atmosphere that seamlessly transitions between a daytime beach bar and an evening social venue. The space offers both indoor and outdoor seating, including a beachfront deck with bean bags, creating a flexible environment that accommodates different moods and group sizes. The ambiance is characteristically British yet tropically influenced, with a lively but not overwhelming noise level that encourages conversation and socializing.

Popular Drinks & Menu Items

  • Draft beers (including IPA and LEO)
  • Mojitos
  • UK ciders
  • Chilli Burger
  • Sweet potato fries
  • Cocktails (especially when made by Koko)

People Especially Praise

  • Welcoming and friendly staff
  • Beautiful sea views
  • Consistent quality
  • Quiz night entertainment
  • Casual, inclusive atmosphere

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Sports
  • Trivia night

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Dancing
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • LateNight food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Salad bar
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • FamilyFriendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Tuesday: 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Wednesday: 3:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Thursday: 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Friday: 3:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Saturday: 3:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Sunday: 3:00 pm–1:00 am

Photos

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Reviews

Rating: 4.4 (303 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 78%
  • Mixed: 15%
  • Neutral: 5%
  • Negative: 2%

Highly positive, with guests consistently praising the venue's relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, and versatile entertainment options. While occasional minor service inconsistencies are noted, they do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyable experience.

Reasoning

Across multiple reviews, guests overwhelmingly appreciate the pub's welcoming environment, diverse drink selection, and social activities like quiz nights and sports screenings. The friendly staff, beautiful location, and consistent quality are repeatedly highlighted as key strengths. Minor critiques about occasional service variations or noise levels are far outweighed by positive experiences.

Location: 9.5602706, 100.0294347

Events & Experiences

  • QUIZ NIGHT(event)

    <p>🧠✨&nbsp;QUIZ&nbsp;NIGHT&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;Night!&nbsp;✨🧠</p><p>You&nbsp;know&nbsp;the&nbsp;drill…&nbsp;Wednesdays&nbsp;at&nbsp;The&nbsp;Frog&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Gecko&nbsp;are&nbsp;the&nbsp;place&nbsp;to&nbsp;be.</p><p>Make&nbsp;sure&nbsp;to&nbsp;get&nbsp;down&nbsp;from&nbsp;7PM&nbsp;to&nbsp;grab&nbsp;your&nbsp;seat,&nbsp;meet&nbsp;Graham,&nbsp;get&nbsp;started&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;picture&nbsp;round&nbsp;and&nbsp;fuel&nbsp;up&nbsp;on&nbsp;some&nbsp;proper&nbsp;pub&nbsp;grub&nbsp;(or&nbsp;a&nbsp;cheeky&nbsp;Wok-in-a-Box&nbsp;to&nbsp;keep&nbsp;those&nbsp;brain&nbsp;cells&nbsp;firing).</p><p>Fast-paced.&nbsp;Family-friendly.&nbsp;Slightly&nbsp;competitive.&nbsp;Very&nbsp;fun.</p><p>Cash&nbsp;prize&nbsp;up&nbsp;for&nbsp;grabs.</p><p>Tables&nbsp;fill&nbsp;up&nbsp;quick,&nbsp;so&nbsp;drop&nbsp;us&nbsp;a&nbsp;DM&nbsp;@frogandgecko&nbsp;on&nbsp;Instagram&nbsp;to&nbsp;book&nbsp;and&nbsp;make&nbsp;sure&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;game&nbsp;tonight.</p><p></p><p>📍&nbsp;🐸&nbsp;The&nbsp;Frog&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Gecko&nbsp;🦎&nbsp;Fisherman’s&nbsp;Village</p><p>🕖&nbsp;Pub&nbsp;Quiz&nbsp;every&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;from&nbsp;7PM</p>

    Next: Wednesday, May 27, 2026