History of Joe Mikes

Founded by the late, Joseph S. Michael, the name “Joe Mikes”, originated as a shortened form of his name.

Since its inception in 1981, Joe Mikes Hotel, Restaurant, and Casino has been providing exceptional products and services, to the residents and visitors of Antigua and Barbuda offering 12 air-conditioned rooms with cable TV at very reasonable rates. The restaurant serves up Antigua and Barbuda’s finest local cuisine, for breakfast and lunch, with a daily changing menu, as well as buffet style and á la carte dining. We also offer catering services for groups and for special occasions. The casino, which is also suitably located within Joe Mike’s, hosts the widest variety of slot machines, table games, and sportsbook with live horse racing.

Over the years, Joe mikes transitioned from being a supermarket and ice cream parlor to fast food joint with motel to full fledged restaurant, hotel and casino. Joe Mikes has been a proud corporate citizen by sponsoring several events, organizations, activities, and causes. In addition to this, for over 35 years, Joe Mikes has played an integral role in the development of entertainment and culture in Antigua and Barbuda by being a long-standing stakeholder in what is known as the “Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival” – Antigua’s Carnival. This includes Joe Mikes T-shirt and J’ouvert Mas Troupes and the foremost pre-carnival activity, Joe Mikes Jam Session. 

By being a family-oriented company, with friendly staff and top-notch services, and following the company’s theme, “I come out to play”, we encourage our customers and guests to leave their problems at the door, and simply have a good time at Joe Mikes, whether they are dining with us, staying with us, or enjoying the casino and sportsbook.