Coeur d'Alene Casino Debuts Dry-Aged Beef Program

New culinary program at Chinook Steak, Seafood and Pasta restaurant offers premium aged beef experience.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:10pm

A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeating pattern of a single steak knife in vibrant neon hues, conceptually representing the premium dry-aged beef offerings at the Chinook restaurant.The new dry-aged beef program at Coeur d'Alene Casino's Chinook restaurant elevates the dining experience with a signature culinary technique.Worley Today

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel has announced the launch of a new dry-aging program for beef at its Chinook Steak, Seafood and Pasta restaurant. The dry-aging process, which can take up to three weeks or longer, transforms the beef through controlled temperature, humidity, and airflow, creating a unique nutty, concentrated, and savory flavor profile. The dry-aged steaks are then finished over fire, providing guests with a signature dining experience.

Why it matters

The new dry-aging program at Coeur d'Alene Casino's Chinook restaurant is an innovative addition that will appeal to beef lovers, golfers looking for a post-round meal, and culinary aficionados exploring the Inland Northwest dining scene. It showcases the casino's commitment to providing guests with cutting-edge amenities and a premium dining experience.

The details

The Chinook Dry-Aged Steak Program requires careful control of the beef's environment through temperature, humidity, and airflow over a period of three weeks or longer. This slow, intentional, and respectful aging process aligns with the principles of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, according to Executive Chef Alex Santos-Cucalon. Once the beef has been expertly aged, it is finished over fire, creating a unique and flavorful dining experience.

  • The dry-aging program at Chinook Steak, Seafood and Pasta restaurant launched in April 2026.

The players

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel

A casino and resort located in Worley, Idaho, known for its innovative amenities and commitment to providing guests with premium experiences.

Chinook Steak, Seafood and Pasta

The signature restaurant at the Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, which has now introduced a new dry-aging program for its beef offerings.

Alex Santos-Cucalon

The Executive Chef at the Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, who oversees the new dry-aging program at the Chinook restaurant.

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What they’re saying

“The Chinook Dry-Aged Steak Program requires time, precision, and patience. These principles align with those of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, aging beef the same way the land teaches – slowly, intentionally, respectfully.”

— Alex Santos-Cucalon, Executive Chef, Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel

What’s next

The dry-aged steaks from the Chinook Dry-Aged Steak Program are now available for guests to enjoy at the Chinook Steak, Seafood and Pasta restaurant.

The takeaway

The introduction of the dry-aging program at the Coeur d'Alene Casino's Chinook restaurant showcases the resort's commitment to innovation and providing guests with a premium dining experience. By aligning the aging process with the principles of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, the casino is offering a unique and flavorful culinary experience that will appeal to beef lovers, golfers, and culinary enthusiasts alike.