TULSA, OK – Leaders of the Muscogee Nation and River Spirit Casino Resort held a ceremonial ribbon cutting on a $17.5 million capital investment to transform 14,000 sq. ft. of existing space into the all-new Gridiron, a deluxe sportsbar and lounge. The renovation replaces the space formerly known as the Visions Buffet.
Gridiron provides the largest sports viewing experience in the State of Oklahoma and features a massive 53-ft. by 14-ft. high-resolution LED video wall, 54 televisions and 104 speakers for a unique game watching and audio experience. Gridiron seats 157 guests including an upscale, 27-seat center bar featuring 24 mounted 70-in. televisions and 30 additional 70-in. televisions located throughout the dining and private booth seating areas. Guests can enjoy a new, robust menu with sports bar favorites, but also signature dishes prepared by Gridiron’s new state-of-the-art kitchen.
Additional hospitality and entertainment elements in Gridiron include a private watch party and meeting space called The Locker Room with a 21-ft. by 12-ft. LED video wall and a luxury VIP lounge exclusively for River Spirit Casino Resort’s top-tier-level Players Club members. Additionally, the sportsbar offers two Top Golf Swing Suites for an immersive digital sports experience, featuring simulated golf and other sports.
“River Spirit Casino Resort is undoubtedly Tulsa’s premier entertainment destination,” said Muscogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill. “River Spirit Casino Resort is our flagship property, and we are incredibly proud of what we have built on our historic land alongside the beauty of the prairie river and all it abundantly provides to the citizens of the Muscogee Nation.”
“We are thrilled to unveil Gridiron as the largest sports viewing experience in Oklahoma,” said Pat Crofts, CEO of Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises. “Gridiron represents a significant capital investment and creates a new standard in dynamic spaces where sports enthusiasts can revel in the excitement of their favorite teams while enjoying top-notch amenities and hospitality services. This project is a testament to the dedication and long-term vision of our leaders at the Muscogee Nation and our Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises Board. Their support allows us to nurture and advance our competitive advantage over others, which is our reputation for innovation and our legendary service culture.”
As part of the transformation, the existing Scoreboard Sports Bar will be repurposed for a new guest amenity in the future.
“The Gridiron is yet another amenity that provides a signature environment and guest experience that sets River Spirit Casino Resort apart,” said Andy Langston, COO of Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises. “The reason for our success is no secret. We strive to be the very best in our industry with the principles of creating an exceptional culture for employees, exceeding our guests’ expectations and delivering results through execution.”