A Taste of Gila
Luau on the Lawn
Taste of Gila Dinner Series | Luau on the Lawn | Oasis Pool Lawn
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 5:30PM – Cocktails and Light Bites on the Lawn | 6:30PM – Chef’s Table Buffet
Aloha! Kick off the Taste of Gila dinner series in style at Gila River Resorts and Casinos – Wild Horse Pass. We’re bringing the Spirit of the Islands to the beautiful Event Lawn (near the Oasis Pool) for a Polynesian Luau like no other. Upon arrival, the tastes and sounds of the Islands surround you as you are greeted by a fragrant lei as a traditional symbol of hospitality, respect, and Aloha!
Get ready to indulge in delicious light bites and traditional cocktails, followed by a decadent Chef’s Table filled with classic island dishes from across Polynesia. As the sun sets, you’ll be entertained by live performances that will transport you straight to the islands. Set in an intimate and fun atmosphere, this tropical celebration promises to be a night full of excitement, flavor and entertainment you won’t want to miss!
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GA Package: $100: Welcome Cocktail and Light Bites, Chef’s Table Luau Dinner Buffet, Complimentary Valet Parking, and an evening of traditional entertainment.
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VIP Package: $135: All of the above plus a Selection of Hosted Beer and Wine, and premium seating
Drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Your entire party will be seated together. See below for the menu.
Menu | Luau on the Lawn
Tropical Fruit Display
- Pineapple, Mango, Kiwi, Starfruit, Dragonfruit, Golden Papaya, Lychee
Appetizers & Salads
- ʻAhi Poke | Yellowfin Tuna, Shoyu-Ginger Marinade, Ogo, Avocado, Sweet Onion, Hawaiian Sea Salt
- Traditional Mac Salad | Smoked Potato, Hard-Boiled Egg, Shredded Carrot, Green Onion
- Mixed Green Salad | Papaya Seed Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets, Heirloom Tomato, Avocado, Persian Cucumber, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Macadamia Nuts
- Lomi-Lomi Salmon | Cured Salmon, Edamame, Diced Tomatoes, Sweet Onion, Won Bok Slaw
- Smoked Taro Hummus | Persian Cucumber, Radish, Baby Carrots, Purple Sweet Potato Chips
- Crispy Garlic Shrimp | Furikake, Grilled Lemon
- Poisson Cru | Kona Kampachi, Coconut Cream, Lime, Cherry Tomato, Cilantro, Mint, Togarachi, Sweet Potato Chips
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls | Guava Butter, Smoked Salt
On The Table
- Cucumber Namasu
- Chili-Pepper Water
- Furikake Crumble
Entrees & Sides
- Shoyu Chicken | Broiled Chicken Thighs, Green Scallion, Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Teriyaki Steak | Grilled Flank Steak, White Onion, Ginger-Scallion Relish
- Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahimahi | Miso/Kaffir Beurre Blanc, Pickled Pineapple Salsa
- Kālua Pig | Traditional Roasted Pork and Cabbage
- Chow Fun Noodles | Yuzu, Ground Pork, Shrimp, Caramelized Onion, Bean Sprouts, Crispy Garlic
- Lemongrass Calrose Rice
- Spam Fried Rice
- Charred Bok Choy w/ Garlic-Chili Crunch
- Grilled Heirloom Carrots w/ Charred Pineapple Hot Honey and Mint
- Purple Sweet Potatoes w/ Coconut Sugar Glaze, Candied Macadamia Nuts
Desserts
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake | Caramelized Pineapple Syrup
- Chocolate Haupia Pie | Toasted Coconut
- Lilikoi Pot de Crème | Macerated Tropical Fruit, Mint
- Warm Malasadas | Rum Caramel Sauce
Cash Bar
- Mai Tai $15 | Light and Dark Rum, Pineapple Foam
- Rum Runner $15
- Blue Hawaiian $12
- Dole Whip
- Beer and Wine | River King, Kona, Red and White Canyon Road options
