https://www.chicagoluaus.com/homepage daily 1.0 2026-02-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480468903795-3EHG38AHSUYZWE83QXJ2/shutterstock_196806458.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541808798521-6C81WD4SNBBGJYKPKDX4/Possible+new+cover+theme.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1729183495208-TCWHAPOND9DXDFTFUVKY/Tiki+Terrace+%289%29.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811227462-1JZOVR9H4ZE4WDERHCI7/carousel+3.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811406598-T9DEWL8GB1K6F3KXCNOO/carousel+1.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811455473-HCYZHGFXCDD9EQLZ1M26/carousel+2.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811738114-Y5LLOEG6W6EBLG9245D5/carousel+4.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811894945-1KCVA1MGE4KJBJHOE1TC/carousel+5.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811807323-ZM3CCDJ579N3NXJDI6S5/carousel+6.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541811946062-S3NCG2V1GUK7I7LVEVPS/carousel+7.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1559841135160-FJTE6BCOAKAL0I6H018Q/06+Haupia+cake.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1559841172287-R7QSIDJQT0FS09VDS1BQ/shutterstock_1051428248.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1532624776294-SDEXJVYC3P50ZW9K373D/Luau+dancer.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541812752342-5DW1V80ZFFB8I9R1YW31/shutterstock_116405086.jpg Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541813286856-T7O6M0V6RFG4GID9Q1RF/maui_.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541815813347-KQ5K4LKX0YNJS1JOID3R/four+tabs+website_starters.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541815542601-XPVCFVXFP0S2XPB0R0H9/four+tabs+website_sides.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541815427863-QD09S902867S6M1O8255/four+tabs+website_entrees.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541815478692-125ZBWPYDZSY2ZHXN3NF/four+tabs+website_dessert.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541816013246-J6XH8WE2GEA12U2ONOE5/four+tabs+website_starters.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541816029326-8AOP13C4WTVCDU1FOU11/four+tabs+website_sides.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541816045271-CQL96OLTY37FODUK1N8U/four+tabs+website_entrees.png Homepage https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541816065197-QA7W2I596CSPXCWDUHDZ/four+tabs+website_dessert.png Homepage https://www.chicagoluaus.com/starters-older-version daily 0.75 2016-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1509751086111-Z4SPPOFOFC06FKWEMI4U/Starters_Tiki_Terrace.jpg Starters_old version https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480295666221-8FN27SWYGMES9PX7PUGG/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version TARO CHIPS AND PINEAPPLE SALSA Taro is a quintessential staple of Hawaii. On the Islands, it is often pounded and served as “poi“. At Chicago Luaus, we special order our taro from California. Our staff slices the taro root fresh the day before your luau event for a product similar to a potato chip. We then add the final touch of Hawaii with a homemade pineapple salsa. Quantities sufficient for 30 guests, $75 Quantities sufficient for 90 guests, $200   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480297403358-MZAKKPUOGJHCY0L9DCBN/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version GARLIC SHOYU CHICKEN WINGS Brah, don’t get me started on da wings. Our best sales pitch for this dish is done at a complimentary taste test. When you try them, you’ll want your guests to have them at your luau. The procedure is simple, fried wings tossed in our top-secret, garlic shoyu sauce & there you have it. It’s all in the sauce & we give you plenty of it. Island style wings. Quantity of 30, $75 Quantity of 100, $235     https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480297887670-EOOM8KSOWSC92NG0G23Y/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version EXOTIC ISLAND SALAD A lovely addition to a tropical buffet table and also a perfect compliment for any of our entree dishes. Mixed greens, thinly sliced red cabbage, tangy mandarin oranges, and crispy chow mein noodles are tossed in a sweet Asian sesame dressing and served with fresh pineapple wedges. Medium Tray - approximately 10-15 guests, $40 Large Tray - approximately 20-30 guests, $80 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480296453880-KM6IAJQEPZEH0SY68D4G/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version EGG ROLLS BORA BORA Our egg rolls are “no ka oi” (the best). As with all of our menu, this dish is made from scratch starting with marinated ground pork, a variety of vegetables, our secret seasonings, crispy spring roll wrap, and served with a delicious Filipino dipping sauce. Egg rolls can be made with your choice of either pork or vegetarian. Pork & Veggie: Quantity of 30, $50 Pork & Veggie: Quantity of 90, $135 Vegetarian: Quantity of 30, $45 Vegetarian: Quantity of 90, $125 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480297498362-IKNTU8MCZ314XKZTFYDR/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version GRILLED PINEAPPLE What can be more tropical than pineapple? Fresh pineapple is sliced at our facility, cored, and grilled over lava rock. Medium Tray - approximately 10-15 guests, $35 Large Tray - approximately 20-30 guests, $65       https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480727304062-IK3TJDKRWIKKOQ0Z2L0S/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version SPAM & PINEAPPLE KABOBS We offer this novelty dish of Hawaii for our daring guests. Did you know that Hawaii is the #1 consumer of spam in the entire world? For those seeking an “authentic” taste of Hawaii, try our lava-rock grilled spam and pineapple kabobs and offer your guests the real-deal grindz of Hawaii. Quantity of 25 kabobs, $35 Quantity of 100 kabobs, $110 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480296222696-HHK508V60IZXAUXBPE7J/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version POHANA POTSTICKERS Our potstickers are made with a blend of marinated ground pork & shrimp and served with a tempura dipping sauce. Stop in for a potsticker taste test and see why most of our customers are hooked on this distinctive appetizer dish. Very popular out on the Islands. Quantity of 25, $60 Quantity of 100, $200   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480297673225-78YX07WYZRUXTLNP6361/image-asset.jpeg Starters_old version SHRIMP ON PINEAPPLE DISPLAY Medium sized, fully cooked shrimp and individually arranged on a full pineapple with cocktail sauce and lemon slices. A beautiful addition for tropical buffets or use as table centerpieces. Each arrangement contains 40 shrimp. Each Arrangement, $90 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480729889858-9GAMB4JT2NI8S75FH7LA/fruit.jpg Starters_old version TROPICAL FRUIT PINEAPPLE DISPLAY Fresh tropical fruit displays are prepared fresh and arranged on platters. This provides not only a functional addition to any menu, but also creates a beautiful element of the tropics to your buffet. We use a wide variety of fruit and take time to spread it out in a beautiful way for you and your guests! One display tray is sufficient for approximately 25 guests. Each Display, $75     https://www.chicagoluaus.com/packages daily 0.75 2025-06-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541907384197-11MN0WMEMQ1F5SBJII7W/bamboo+Hi+def.png Packages https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544826137497-RJEPQ7OFSB7DF86P61T1/packages+templates_Da_Local.png Packages Perfect for the smaller budget. You still receive the authentic taste and performances of Hawaii. Included are the essentials and entertainment. You provide the venue, drinks, and buffet tables. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544828743467-Z9M3G5SO8CNF8NABGAD5/packages+templates_Da_Kine.png Packages Moderately priced and perfect for most backyard luaus, it includes three different courses with a bit more variety, beverages, and entertainment. You supply the venue and buffet tables. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544831036362-RU6Z10WXORJQVNJTUSLT/packages+templates_The_Ali%27i.png Packages We take care of nearly everything in this package, leaving just venue and appetites needed. Your guests experience the full Hawaiian luau that the islands are known for with multiple courses, large menu variety, beverages, and our spectacular 3-person Polynesian show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544831986437-V32TQTNZDEES3VXIDKQ3/packages+form.png Packages https://www.chicagoluaus.com/entrees daily 0.75 2025-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1542138953241-1TV4UFUDD7LC47NH7G73/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Entrees https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1542139259510-ZJ9B9H7T3R3J5BQLXJ94/header+Entrees.png Entrees https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/9968be98-2eed-4d87-bcc8-32a6da2b1e39/Pork_02.png Entrees Kalua Pork - At every Hawaiian luau, the most popular dish is the Kalua pig. We take that great pride in bringing this luau favorite to the Midwest. Our Kalua pork is marinated, slow oven roasted, and hand-shredded only. We never use an automated or machine shredder as common with other shredded pork you may find elsewhere. The result is lean, juicy, tender pork that is out of this world. Kalua pork may be served on rice as an entree or on a bun as a sandwich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/f1cf774d-fab8-49e4-a3d9-161aeca94c98/T+Chx_02.png Entrees Teriyaki Chicken - Our drumsticks are slowly cooked in a teriyaki base resulting in a “fall off the bone” tender dish. This particular item is both unique and perfect for catering, buffet scenarios. As this product sits in the steam table, it slowly cooks, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/2d00a634-a150-4bbc-9d63-e197774cebbf/Veg+Stir_02.png Entrees We use only quality fresh veggies, sauteed and tossed in our wok. A classic combination of broccoli, snow peas, peppers, baby corn, water chestnuts and beans gives wonderful texture and delicious flavor! Our classic Tiki Terrace stir fry sauce is added for a unique flavor combination! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/a9ac4429-b3dd-4898-98a0-cee5b0fca05c/Chx+Katsu_02.png Entrees Chicken Katsu - Yet another very popular dish found in the local restaurants of Hawaii. Tender chicken thigh is seasoned, breaded with an Asian bread crumb and lightly fried. We serve the katsu with our homemade katsu sauce. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/216cdb09-a173-4e35-857e-665154b4ac88/Kalbi_02.png Entrees Kalbi Short Ribs - Hawaiian style Kalbi beef short ribs have a distinct flavor that is unique to the Islands! Our beef short ribs are marinated for 24 hours in our top-secret marinade and then grilled over lava rock for that incredible grill taste! An amazing flavor guaranteed to be a hit! The owners all time favorite meal! served with is rice and mac salad is as Hawaiian as you get! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/db389ef4-2bf8-44d3-87fa-f34ccdd36891/Beef+Stir_02.png Entrees We use a quality top sirloin steak, sauteed with a variety of fresh vegetables, and tossed in our classic stir fry sauce. This popular entree is also available as a vegetarian dish or chicken stir fry dish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/64681954-8dd9-4a4d-94e4-0d5ed0291189/Chx+Stir_02.png Entrees We use marinated chicken breast, sauteed with a variety of fresh vegetables, and tossed in a classic stir fry sauce. This entree is also available as a vegetarian dish OR with the sirloin steak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/9f33599b-ca04-4268-b96f-e887b777abe0/Coco+Chx_02.png Entrees Fresh chicken breast is tenderized, marinated in coconut milk, seasoned and lightly fried in Panko Japanese bread crumb and coconut flakes. Served with an Asian plum sauce and coconut creme fresh! A sweeter entree that is unique and delicious! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/3325f46d-67a7-404f-a88e-379226d14611/Garlic+Shrimp_02.png Entrees - Make it stand out This classic island entree uses 21/25 peeled shrimp prawns. The shrimp is seasoned and as the name states, cooked perfectly in our garlic butter then loaded over white rice. The droppings from the shrimp make the rice almost as tasty as the shrimp itself! Super savory, super delicious! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/2a2e21b8-5323-4d16-bafa-e67e3bbab9af/SweetNSour_02.png Entrees Our sweet n’ sour chicken is made from scratch- fresh chicken breast in our home made sauce with red peppers and pineapple- when you top this beauty in toasted sesame, you got a wonderful, tasty dish that makes any Luau something to be remembered! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/c129db47-7714-4268-9da8-45c8201d1ddb/Coconut+Shrimp_02.png Entrees - Make it stand out These shrimp prawns have that nice crunchy fried outside and tender delicious inside. Each prawn is butterflied, marinated in coconut and coated with a bread crumb and coconut flakes. Served with our signature creamy mango aioli and topped with fresh herbs. This can be a great side item, appetizer or entree! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482443246526-02YULUA2JHGTHIUN8TR2/IMG_3080.JPG Entrees Beef loco moco This classic entree in hawaii is loved by locals and tourists alike! it all started in the 60 when local surfers needed their carbs after a long day catching waves. they took rice and beef, piled high, added fried eggs and smothered it in gravy! if they only knew what a legendary, local dish this would one day be! we bring it to your luau party just as described- rice, beef, eggs, gravy! we top ours with a little green onion and there you have it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480733524774-IUSNSMYO55OYFO925HLT/image-asset.jpeg Entrees HAWAIIAN PIG ROAST Nothing says Hawaiian luau like the Pig Roast and a full roasted pig can be prepared for your luau event by our staff. We start with a premium quality USDA Inspected whole suckling pig. (Baby pigs ensure the most tender, fall-off-the-bone pork that your guests will love.) We slow roast the pig in our special BBQ smoker for a minimum of 8 hours. We then deliver the fully-cooked, whole roasted pig to your luau for all your guests to observe. We then carve and shred as required right at your buffet table for service to your guest. Guests can even, if they wish, help themselves to shredded meat right off the bone of the whole pig. Please contact us for pig roast pricing. Hawaiian PIG ROAST https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480733410158-GU8CF4RZ85Y1Z3NFLO3O/image-asset.jpeg Entrees CHICKEN LONG RICE Whether at the Paradise Cove in Oahu or the Old Lahaina Luau in Maui, you will definitely see Chicken Long Rice on the menu. This dish consists of thin rice noodles, freshly sliced chicken breast, our own blend of seasonings and a variety of sautéed veggies, ginger, and garlic. This entree is also available as a vegetarian dish without the chicken. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482443352049-N1OPHS0S5T1PWFVA3RVD/IMG_3084.JPG Entrees chicken loco moco This classic entree in hawaii is loved by locals and tourists alike! it all started in the 60 when local surfers needed their carbs after a long day catching waves. they took rice and beef, piled high, added fried eggs and smothered it in gravy! if they only knew what a legendary, local dish this would one day be! we bring it to your luau party just as described, yet we offer the chicken version (which is just as popular as the beef I might add! ) rice, beef, eggs, gravy! we top ours with a little green onion and there you have it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480732877323-J57SETO5G6P1ISYEEM1Y/BackRibs.jpg Entrees BROKE DA MOUT BACK RIBS Another ultra tender, “fall off the bone” dish of Chicago Luaus. Our baby back ribs have become the favorite dish of many parties across Chicago land. Every time ribs go out, we have many people with a new favorite food! Impress your guests with this killer entree! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480733473868-OX7KJQO11L31OPYG3UT3/image-asset.jpeg Entrees ALOHA TOFU SALAD A dish that will bring a smile to any vegetarian. Firm tofu is sauteed in sesame oil and served on a bed of lightly sauteed Maui onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame seeds. Finally, this hot salad is topped with a delicious teriyaki sauce & freshly diced cilantro leaves. https://www.chicagoluaus.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541906920254-KZU00B7T6O4ZA2P37JPV/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Contact Us https://www.chicagoluaus.com/about daily 0.75 2018-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1509751532831-QYT0RM4007WLI257EBJ5/shutterstock_196806458.jpg About Luau catering https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521829105416-M1HZJBEKDQAKSF9IFL6B/IMG_4831.JPG About Luau catering https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521829149241-VBX1C2A5CUSSVV9AS4PG/IMG_4726.JPG About Luau catering https://www.chicagoluaus.com/dessert daily 0.75 2019-02-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544230838353-4HWTVVCRDFSU2MQ00J16/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Dessert https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1549136448151-UPYEOXLTFAHTO6VMFLVZ/Haupia+cake+block.png Dessert Truly, the most authentic of Hawaiian desserts. White cake is layered in Haupia ( a coconut filling and popular dessert in Hawaii ) and topped with a lightly whipped frosting and sweet coconut flakes. We brag about our famous coconut haupia cake having been written up in the newspaper and having won the heart of many fans! Always made fresh with Aloha! One full cake - $40 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1549137866042-1XHGO4BP9VX2K0BE6QKC/Strawberries+block.png Dessert Choose between Mango dipped, mild chocolate or white chocolate. Large, ripe strawberries are double dipped and individually arranged on a full pineapple display. A beautiful addition for tropical buffets or use as table centerpieces. One centerpiece $90 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480812811688-EC4Y056M4M6JQ54SAVFE/HaupiaCake.jpg Dessert HAUPIA CAKE Truly, the most authentic of Hawaiian desserts. White cake is layered in Haupia ( a coconut filling and popular dessert in Hawaii ) and topped with a lightly whipped frosting and sweet coconut flakes. We brag about our famous coconut haupia cake having been written up in the newspaper and having won the heart of many fans! always made fresh by chef kelly! One cake may serve up to approximately 20 guests. Each Cake, $40 HAUPIA CAKE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480812950902-I04WVQBWF972K6TUG2VZ/PineMarshSalad.jpg Dessert PINEAPPLE / MARSHMALLOW SALAD It’s a classic dessert dish perfect your spread. A mixture of freshly crushed pineapple, pistachio pudding, cool whip and marshmallow make for a light, colorful treat on any buffet table. Medium Tray - sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $45 Large Tray - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $80 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1480812972391-E47ANPSM0AF4XZTJHP53/MilkChocStraw.jpg Dessert STRAWBERRY/PINEAPPLE DISPLAY Large, ripe strawberries are double dipped in white chocolate and individually arranged on a full pineapple display. A beautiful addition for tropical buffets or use as table centerpieces. 32-40 strawberries per arrangement. Each arrangement, $90 https://www.chicagoluaus.com/sides daily 0.75 2019-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544230486141-53EH68B8PO3PN1DC8WUR/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Sides https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544840989804-HUAQZ89LES77IVBZ1ZD4/White+Rice.png Sides The essential side for any Hawaiian buffet table... White Rice. And not any white rice. It has to be the sticky white rice for an authentic feast. Medium Tray - sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $30, Large Tray - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $50 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1549135086218-85HQ3OY1CUS3S5W8AGRQ/Egg+Rolls.png Sides Our egg rolls are “no ka oi” (the best). As with all of our menu, this dish is made from scratch starting with marinated ground pork, a variety of vegetables, our secret seasonings, crispy spring roll wrap, and served with a delicious Filipino dipping sauce. Egg rolls can be made with your choice of either pork or vegetarian. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1549133896327-V072ZQ34HJXGM0NUBFBW/Fried+Rice+block.png Sides Everyone loves fried rice and it’s a common side dish one would see in luaus! Our recipe follows tradition. White rice is pan fried with a variety of seasonings and fresh vegetables. We offer veggie fried rice or chicken fried rice. Medium Tray Veggie - sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $45, Large Tray Veggie - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $90. Medium Tray Chicken- sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $55, Large Tray - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $110 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544841090161-0NC5US55PINMJ0PHRYXN/Cole+Slaw.png Sides Our cole slaw has a unique, Pan-Asian flair. Freshly sliced cabbage, toasted sesame seed, and almond slivers are tossed in a oil based dressing and finally topped with a crunchy Asian noodle. Request our cole slaw at a free taste test and be pleasantly surprised with our recipe. Medium Tray - sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $40, Large Tray - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $80 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544841165084-FC908D9DNS6GL80D1YVQ/Grilled+Pineapple.png Sides What can be more tropical than pineapple? Fresh pineapple is sliced at our facility, cored, and grilled over lava rock. Medium Tray - approximately 10-15 guests, $35, Large Tray - approximately 20-30 guests, $65 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544841246660-F3B6WK4Z0E3KWI8WC86U/Mac+Salad.png Sides Many guests at our restaurant ask, “what's mac salad?” But ask for mac salad at any Hawaiian marketplace and they will bring it right out. Simply put, mac salad is Hawaiian style macaroni salad using a creamy dressing and elbow mac. Any authentic luau menu will have mac salad. Medium Tray - sufficient for approximately 10-15 guests, $45, Large Tray - sufficient for approximately 20-30 guests, $85 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1549134879812-ZSR39GZCUVEYM97HQD47/Hawaiian+bread+block.png Sides This is a great side by itself -or- if your having the kalua pig, it’s only natural for your luau guests to make mini sandwiches! The bread is soft, sweet and known throughout the islands! Large Tray sufficient for 75 mini sandwiches - $70 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1551306772956-5WDNUJ2N8UWUE49XVPA2/Lomi+Lomi+Salmon.png Sides Lomi Lomi means “to knead or rub” and this is a super traditional dish in the Islands. Salmon is mixed with tomato, onion and other seasonings and flavors such as sesame and soy. Our salmon is smoked, shredded and mixed for a delicious twist. https://www.chicagoluaus.com/luau-decor daily 0.75 2016-12-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1551461313702-HF4D641Z3SXCHJ2IECI7/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Luau Decor https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482439019832-PUYMRC39GLHCFVADGI3T/DecorEasterIsland.jpg Luau Decor 'EASTER ISLAND' BACKDROP SCENE Set dimension are approximately 25' wide x 12' high x 6' deep. This scene is great for grand decor, large stage backdrops, large photo stations, and special focal points. This is the scene to choose when you want to go outside the box of the traditional Hawaiian decor. $1700 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482439103289-RBTG812CREC16K0XFTP4/image-asset.jpeg Luau Decor 'MAUI' GRAND ENTRANCE Set dimensions are approximately 15' wide x 10' high x 5' deep. This entryway & scene is ideal for grand entryway decor, medium to large stage decor, photo stations (especially where group photos may be taken), and event focal points $800 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482439002242-9AN5S6D972OGBQYNKACH/DecorMenhuna.jpg Luau Decor MENHUNA' ENTRANCE Set dimensions are approximately 12' wide x 10' high x 4' deep. This entryway & scene is ideal for entryway decor, smaller stage decor, and photo stations. $450 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1482439056564-QPHB16H5RCWPOWFDYJWA/DecorGrandTikiBar.jpg Luau Decor 'TIKI BARS' The Basic Tiki Bar measures approx 16' wide x 10' high x 5' deep and does not include the large statue in the center. The Grand Tiki Bar measures approx 20' wide x 10' high x 5' deep and does includes large statue as seen in the photo. Either setup is ideal for anyone that wants the coolest tiki bar at their luau event. $650 — Basic Tiki Bar $900 — Grand Tiki Bar https://www.chicagoluaus.com/entertainment daily 0.75 2018-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541907804009-JNQVVC0S21T1IAGTJYYK/dancer+Hi+def.png Entertainment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541909569501-A0KBHGK59I23QISEO0H3/maori+face.png Entertainment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541908454754-BXM4Y92K98A6PAXHO04I/4+girls+shot.png Entertainment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1541908400560-NXWXKW7B9P8CI8MSPSJT/group+shot.png Entertainment https://www.chicagoluaus.com/plan-your-luau daily 0.75 2018-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521239058796-TVD05X7L67OV2D3ZEQWW/shutterstock_196806458.jpg Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521239296430-A689XXQ9V0HL46QCDKQE/Starters_Tiki_Terrace.jpg Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344293853-AN0K3D6YZBUWH0CA04GY/02.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344293457-PTLMR1YUSH2HPX1CC4Q5/01.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344374420-06QVZ9EWTU8PILJ5BF5J/IMG_4831.JPG Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344305347-1JF2N3KQ18CJVZRI1Y7X/03.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344304839-SPBZTKDVXXUMH00I6HYR/04.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344316427-DSIYUHTE9S4IEQ7GEBRL/05.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521344315965-5WRJ6ZG0UOJUK36L66UL/06.png Plan Your Luau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1521393773437-MLYQ31DF6HWYKJHR05U8/IMG_4726.JPG Plan Your Luau https://www.chicagoluaus.com/starters daily 0.75 2025-11-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1544230576115-EVG1YSNSUXEGAUUPCRLM/Lauhala+Hi+def.png Starters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/1535237528782-V9NV1HXWNUOWCTONKRZU/PU+PU_S.png Starters Are you planning a back yard Luau or a large scale Hawaiian corporate gathering for work? We got you- Chicago Luaus and Tiki Terrace specialize in meeting your needs to create an authentic luau spread, no matter how big or small! Call today or request a quote and we would LOVE to communicate with you about your needs and make your luau event a total success! So browse the list below of our most popular appetizers and starters! Keep in mind, these are the most common and popular starters we prepare, if you got something in mind, let us know ! Call 847-795-8454 to speak with a luau specialist today! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/d0484d0e-26b3-4319-b28e-7a960512559b/Spam+Musubi_02.png Starters - Make it stand out The legendary spam musubi of Hawaii is a delicious & fun appetizer! Not only does it bring people right back to Hawaii, but it sets both a unique and authentic tone for your luau gathering. Our recipe uses sushi rice, grilled marinated spam, furikake, our garlic shoyu sauce and nori! A must have! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/583c9516-3bd6-44aa-b84b-7074c0495826/Taro+Chips_02.png Starters Taro is a quintessential staple of Hawaii. On the Islands, it is often pounded and served as “poi“. At Chicago Luaus, we special order our taro from California. Our staff slices the taro root fresh the day before your luau event for a product similar to a potato chip. We then add the final touch of Hawaii with a homemade pineapple salsa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/51221314-a95b-49cd-a582-d4bf8e7e651a/Egg+Rolls+Bora+Bora_02.png Starters Our egg rolls are “no ka oi” (the best). As with all of our menu, this dish is made from scratch starting with marinated ground pork, a variety of vegetables, our secret seasonings, crispy spring roll wrap, and served with a delicious Filipino dipping sauce. Egg rolls can be made with your choice of either pork or vegetarian. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/d291390e-8f4c-4188-b7c9-3c31194cbe6f/Potstickers_02.png Starters Our potstickers are made with a blend of marinated ground pork & veggies and are perfect for snacking. Whether you want a light finger food or an appetizer served on the side of the main entrees, this Hawaiian favorite brings that classic Luau food to your gathering! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/2007d938-726f-4aa1-ae4b-3149eda25d0f/Fruit+Display_02.png Starters Fresh tropical fruit displays are prepared fresh and arranged on platters. This provides not only a functional addition to any menu, but also creates a beautiful element of the tropics to your buffet. We use a wide variety of fruit and take time to spread it out in a beautiful way for you and your guests! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/4a8f53f7-075a-4cd5-b4fd-13a6e8abd4cd/Grilled+Pineapple_02.png Starters What can be more tropical than pineapple? Fresh pineapple is sliced at our facility, cored, and grilled over lava rock. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/c3ca0381-6693-4428-aba5-dea9887531bb/Shrimp+Pineapple+skewer_02.png Starters Two shrimp prawns and three pineapple are skewered together on bamboo, only after hitting the lava rock grill! These are a great option for a finger food type of event or a beautiful addition to that luau buffet table for a tasty little bite of the south Pacific! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/d749ac0f-3662-43c2-864b-f14b77007615/Island+Chicken+Wings_02.png Starters Brah, don’t get me started on da wings. The procedure is simple, breaded wings are fried then tossed tossed in our top-secret, garlic shoyu sauce & there you have it. It’s all in the sauce & we give you plenty of it. Island style wings! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/f91493c8-340d-4822-b29a-40d59d492344/Lomi+Lomi+Salmon_02.png Starters Lomi Lomi means “to knead or rub” and this is a super traditional dish in the Islands. Salmon is mixed with tomato, onion and other seasonings and flavors such as sesame and soy. Our salmon is smoked, shredded and mixed for a delicious twist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/c6b3c193-1b0e-49e1-a262-7d9a2c97f502/Exotic+Island+Salad_02.png Starters - Make it stand out A lovely addition to a tropical buffet table and also a perfect compliment for any of our entree dishes. Mixed greens, thinly sliced red cabbage, tangy mandarin oranges, and crispy chow mein noodles are tossed in a sweet Asian sesame dressing and served with fresh pineapple wedges. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/583b295dd482e96c06230bfc/cf897c0e-65be-4d3f-9124-ac4af81bc3a2/Spam+Pineapple+Kabaob_02.png Starters - Make it stand out We offer this novelty dish of Hawaii for our daring guests. Did you know that Hawaii is the #1 consumer of spam in the entire world? For those seeking an “authentic” taste of Hawaii, try our lava-rock grilled spam and pineapple kabobs and offer your guests the real-deal grindz of Hawaii.