Our Favorite Bartenders: Tyler
Our latest installment in our occasional series, Our Favorite Bartenders is Tyler at the Gecko Gazebo.
If Tyler is behind the bar when you’re at Mongoose Junction, stop and say hello. You’re in for a treat. And order an “Iguana in the Blender” while you’re there. Watch Tyler make one, below!





































February 9th, 2009 05:54
Fun! Great way to start the week.
Hi, Tyler!
February 9th, 2009 05:54
Oh, that Tyler. We spent a rainy Sunday PM with him yesterday. After a few Tyler drinks, we were certainly Tylersized. The main reason we go to town is cuz we love him so much.
Steve & Vicki
February 9th, 2009 06:16
We have many really good bartenders but Tyler is, well, Tyler. Yep, he’s got our vote.
February 9th, 2009 07:15
Tyler is a laugh riot. I’ve met him, and love him!
February 9th, 2009 07:17
Aaah yes, there are more than leprechauns at the end of rainbows! Ha ha! Great vid at a great place to cool off and one more reason StJ is the “World’s Largest Open Air Asylum”
February 9th, 2009 07:23
We were just telling our friends about Tyler last night, great bartender and he was a great neighbor too. I see Ken quietly sitting in the background! Hey Neighbors!
February 9th, 2009 08:06
now I want a mango colada. thanks!
February 9th, 2009 08:11
Haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Tyler on past trips. Will be sure to stop by next time. He seems awesome! Drink looks good too!
February 9th, 2009 08:22
I think I would need a couple of those drinks before go parasailing…Maybe it was Michael Jackson who threw the orange juice?!?!?!
February 9th, 2009 08:44
He’s quite the character!!
February 9th, 2009 09:55
That was really fun! Tyler has oodles of personality. Can’t wait to meet him someday.
February 9th, 2009 10:48
I posted on the VI forum this link……Tyler and Kenny at Quiet Mon are by far the most fun……
I just love Tyler too bad he was not dressed at Dolly Parton……does a real good impersonation……..
February 9th, 2009 12:13
Yay Tyler and whatnot, but if you want to be in his good graces, don’t order a blended drink. I’m just warning you for your own good (and his…I look out for my nutty neighbor and friend).
February 9th, 2009 13:38
Was that a gummy iguana garnish? or some other kind of candy iguana? I might need to find some of those for my own bar set up!
February 9th, 2009 14:49
It is just a plastic gecko that they garnish most frozen drinks with. Hi Dom. Thanks for the shout-out.
February 9th, 2009 17:19
That drink looks GOOD! Gunna have to give it a try
February 9th, 2009 17:21
We met Tyler last November but at Cafe Roma. We sat at the bar to eat. Great guy!!! Didn’t even notice Kenn at first in the background. Kenn, we are the couple that always stay at Gallow’s Point, we mentioned to you that we met Tyler last trip if that jogs your memory (The Lizak’s). See you guys in May!
February 9th, 2009 20:21
There was a guy who was painted, from head to toe (in the nude), as a tiger for Halloween a few years ago. Was that Tyler?
February 9th, 2009 22:18
I was painted as Tigger, but I wasn’t totally nude; I was wearing a loincloth thong. Thanks for remembering and thanks for all the great comments. Smoochies to everybody. -Ty
February 10th, 2009 09:58
Tyler’s just one of the reasons we LOVE Cafe Roma. We’ve haven’t done any hanging out at the Gecko Gazebo but maybe we’ll look him up in a couple of weeks when we’re there. Smoochies back at ya’, Tyler.
February 10th, 2009 10:22
We used to work with Tyler at Gecko – LOVE HIM! Great clip!
February 10th, 2009 13:53
Anyone who rocks out to “So What” by Pink like I do is OK in my book. Never been to the bar though. It’s on the list now.
Those of us who are rockstars and have our rock moves need to band together.
February 10th, 2009 15:37
I think maybe some kind of dance contest might be in order, Rob…..
February 10th, 2009 15:51
Thats Great! We miss you Tyler and Kenn. Make my Mom and sister one of those. They are getting there today!
February 10th, 2009 16:30
My husband, my friend and I spent one very fun, very drunk night with Tyler at the Gecko over 5 years ago. Tyler, are you still making that coffee table book?
My husband and best friend were subjects for that book!
February 10th, 2009 19:02
For the record, Barbie hired him….! And what a FABULOUS catch for the Gecko Bar! Don’t miss the Tylershow appearing Saturdays and Sunday during the day, and at other random times. Take advantage of our special offer: Order Twelve Iguanas in the Blender and get one free. You’ll probably get one free witty comment at least!
February 10th, 2009 19:03
For the record, Barbie hired him….! And what a FABULOUS catch for the Gecko Bar! Don’t miss the Tylershow appearing Saturdays and Sunday during the day, and at other random times. Take advantage of our special offer, good only when Tyler is working: Order Twelve Iguanas in the Blender and get one free. You’ll probably get one free witty comment at least!
February 10th, 2009 21:08
Love ya Ty & Kenn all the way from Tallahassee!!! (How’s the Chair-Row-Kee?)
February 12th, 2009 09:41
t2. You’re the best. b2. (wanna borrow my cherry chapstick?)
February 16th, 2009 14:16
Tyler – can you make me one of those but with EXTRA pineapple?? You know why – see you very soon. XOXOXOXO
February 17th, 2009 12:43
Tyler – You look great in anything – or – nothing.
Terry and Dee / Chicago
February 18th, 2009 14:15
Everyone Loves the Tyler show….especially those of us who are there every now and then
I love how you were rocking it out to Pink while Kenn and Alice were in full-on scrabble mode. Kenn is pretty good at Tuning you out!
Can’t wait to see you this Sunday to order as many blender drinks as I can!!
XOXO – Heidi
February 23rd, 2009 15:57
Back off boys Tyler is actually MY bitch!
Love from your Grace. XOXOXOX
April 10th, 2009 00:15
this is a good example of a great fun bartender! tyler has been entertaining ever since i have known him. you’re the best! love ya hettie