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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee, Gurnee, IL

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.5
4.5
330 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 60 times today
  • Child-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert.
Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants, and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village. Reservations with parties of 8 people or more please call our manager on duty for booking information.
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 855-7800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Find your location on RainforestCafe.com for event catering or visit https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/rainforest-cafe-4
  • Private party facilities
    At Rainforest Cafe, we offer more than just a A WILD PLACE TO EAT®. Let us help you throw your next birthday party, private special event, or even a school field trip with our Educational Programs. For more details, visit www.rainforestcafe.com/private-events/ or call your favorite Rainforest today!
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago

    Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rainforest Cafe in Chicago Gurnee offers a "fun experience" with its vibrant decor and engaging atmosphere. Guests rave about the "great food" and "amazing service," perfect for family outings. While some mention slow service, positive notes include allergy-friendly options and a memorable environment for children, ensuring smiles all around.

330 Reviews
  1. Leneya

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place. The kids loved it. We’re coming back

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  2. Dominic

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place to take kids, food was great, and very allergy friendly towards peanuts!

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  3. Patrick

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and overall great experience for the kids.

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  4. Chris

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to take the kids, food was fine. Service was acceptable, and the kids liked the custom balloon animals that were made for them table side.

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  5. Jenny

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great decor and a fun experience for people and kids alike! The animatronics move every few minutes and there’s a giant tank arch you walk under. It is loud since they mimic a tropical thunderstorm and the animatronics make noise, so if your plan is a quiet dinner- this is not the place. But if you love to bask in wonderful atmosphere and heavily themed spots, you’ll enjoy. Rainforest Cafe is a delightful concept with yummy food. My personal favorite is surprisingly the Korean Fried Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Delightful gochujang and sweet and sour sauce over perfectly lightly breaded chicken with nuts. We followed it up with one of our favorites Pastalaya which is a buttery cajun delight with a kick! A volcanooooooo is a must for a rainforest cafe (though I am VERY tempted by their limited time Tsunami Cake and have plans to go back to get it). All in all, definitely worth a try at least once!

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  6. BOYD

    VIP

    Chicago

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All good. Food, service, atmosphere. 6 year old grandsons favorite restaurant.

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  7. Pedro

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our Waitress Jordon was Wonderful! She gave us all the details of what was going to happen during our lunch . She was Very Attentive of our granddaughter! Jordon made her day very very special!

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  8. Blake

    El Paso

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The kids loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  9. Karen

    VIP

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So glad this one is still open. My daughter and I enjoyed a nice lunch together. Great environment, good food, excellent service. Always a fun experience!

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  10. Allison

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    You generally pay for the experience here, I get that. But the foods overpriced frozen food and the menus aren’t accurate. Fruit plate was “just apples” the “veggie plate” was only broccoli. They always place kids away from the animals, and the staff is bored of their job. Nobody was smiling or interacting with the kids or making it a fun experience. Sad overall, we won’t be back

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FAQs

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 855-7800.

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee is rated 4.5 stars by 330 OpenTable diners.

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 60 times today

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Google Map for Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (847) 855-7800
  • Catering
    Find your location on RainforestCafe.com for event catering or visit https://www.ezcater.com/catering/pvt/rainforest-cafe-4
  • Private party facilities
    At Rainforest Cafe, we offer more than just a A WILD PLACE TO EAT®. Let us help you throw your next birthday party, private special event, or even a school field trip with our Educational Programs. For more details, visit www.rainforestcafe.com/private-events/ or call your favorite Rainforest today!
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