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Destino, Gurnee, IL

Destino

4.6
4.6
120 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Destino Ristorante looks forward to warmly welcoming you to Gurnee’s newest addition to casual fine dining with an emphasis on the most beautiful and classic Italian cuisine this side of the world.

From signature, craft cocktails and wines to the highest quality Italian specialties created by our accomplished and award winning Destino team, we very much look forward to becoming your preferred dining destination to truly enjoy “la vita bella” in every culinary sense. Our goal is to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel at home.

Whether you’re dining with family and friends or hosting a special event, Destino Ristorante will provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We look forward to meeting you.
– DANNY S. LEGATOS

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 337-8466
  • Website
    https://www.destino-ristorante.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Rigo Lucas
  • Catering
    Cater your event with us, From half pans to full pans.
  • Private party facilities
    Discover the unique event space at Destino Ristorante in Gurnee. Whether planning intimate gatherings or grand events, Destino Ristorante guarantees exceptional food, delightful drinks & hospitality to ensure an unforgettable experience. Now seating 15 to 140 guests in our private dining rooms. Inquire with our team at 872-DESTINO.
  • Location
    5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL 60031-5916
  • Area
    Gurnee
  • Cross Street
    On Washington St. and Milwaukee Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Table

    Multiple dates available
    Chef's Table: Experience a Private Dinner behind the scenes!! Get Dinner with a show. Want to see how a kitchen operates? Experience Chef's culinary skills to members in a more intimate environment.

Menu

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What 120 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • North Suburbs

    Romantic

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Destino offers a delightful dining experience in Gurnee with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the friendly atmosphere and attentive staff, including owner Danny's personal touch. While the music can be loud, the restaurant's standout dishes like octopus and ravioli keep patrons returning. Highly recommend for Italian cuisine lovers!

120 Reviews

  1. John

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another enjoyable dining experience. Staff was very attentive, and the food was excellent as usual!

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  2. Karen

    West Virginia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely amazing, food, service,etc…. Definitely recommend to anyone and everyone

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  3. PATRICIA

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the food and place. Definitely plan to be back in future.

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  4. Mike

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an excellent dining experience. Everything from the facility, food and staff were excellent. Our server, Rogelio, was more than a server. He was very knowledgeable about the menu, how it was prepared and the differences between dishes. He explained the background of the business and what makes this a restaurant to frequent. A bit pricey, but aren’t they all right now? The food, service and ambience make it an expenditure worth making.

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  5. Mike

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Waitress was terrific. The meal was adequate and the Cannolis were not completely filled. Wasn’t impressed.

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  6. Donna

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The last time we came here everything was wonderful - a full 5 stars - a terrific new restaurant. Things have changed. The tables have been moved so they are so close together the servers cannot move in between them. The servers invented a path between me and a wall so they could get around. It was 10 minutes before a server came to the table. Our drinks (wine) took another 10 minutes. A refill on bread took another 10 minutes. The interior is nice but there are no curtains or carpeting to mute sounds - it was quite loud. This time our experience was disappointing.

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  7. Diane

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was very attentive and great. Thorough in explaining dishes and drinks. Upset the adult male host couldn’t help open door for us - understand my mom is 90 & she holds on to my arm for balance. And he did look out the window & saw us coming. Holding a door and carefully watching our footing is at most tricky. The welcome carpet covers a bump in the ground that I saw many trip over while there. The food was adequate nothing that wow’s me except the parm cheese they serve. The chicken parm mom ordered was well done (crisp burnt) covered in motz and tasted like it. The ravioli was a bit gooey still but the stuffing was plentiful. I will try again but will wait another 6 - 9 months.

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  8. Rui

    Chicago

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with genuine warmth, and the exceptional food is matched by their attentive hospitality. This is really a neighborhood gem that everyone in the are should try. It's truly a neighborhood gem that deserves to be discovered by everyone in the area.

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  9. Tim

    Milwaukee

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time and great food. We did the, quite fun, Chef's Table experience. It was us two and the entire kitchen staff. The staff were having fun, working hard, and making great food. We started with a bruschetta, which was good. I had the Linguini with a mix of seafood and I asked for it to be spicy, and they did not disappoint. My Wife had the Pescedilimone, White fish with lemon and capers. It was terrific. We shared a Tiramisu that was good (I like the bottom saucy/wet). Our cocktails were quite good as well. I love that they are named after the local roller coasters. We are looking forward to going back and I want to try the Osso Buco and one of the yummy-sounding ravioli dishes. Danny the Manager was so nice and hospitable. I am hoping people really make this place their go-to hot spot.

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  10. Kara

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was fine. Service was attentive. Music choices varied in strange ways and volume was way too high. We had to shout over Madonna. When asked if it could be turned down a bit, it actually got louder. We had to leave as soon as we were done eating.

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FAQs

Destino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (872) 337-8466.

Destino is rated 4.6 stars by 120 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Destino

5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL 60031-5916

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On Washington St. and Milwaukee Ave.
  • Area
    Gurnee
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rigo Lucas
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.destino-ristorante.com/
  • Phone number
    (872) 337-8466
  • Catering
    Cater your event with us, From half pans to full pans.
  • Private party facilities
    Discover the unique event space at Destino Ristorante in Gurnee. Whether planning intimate gatherings or grand events, Destino Ristorante guarantees exceptional food, delightful drinks & hospitality to ensure an unforgettable experience. Now seating 15 to 140 guests in our private dining rooms. Inquire with our team at 872-DESTINO.
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