Destino

Name: Destino
Address: 5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL, United States, 60031-5916
Telephone: (872) 337-8466
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

111 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
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 Lot
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.
Thanksgiving Day Special!
28 Nov 2024 only
Thanksgiving Day Special- Autum Salad-Fuji apples, mixed greens and pecans in a champagne vinaigrette $14 Thanksgiving Plate- Roasted Turkey Breast, mashed potatoes, traditional Stuffing, gravy and cranberry chutney $38 Pumkin Pie Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at Destino Ristorante.

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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 is a vibrant new dining spot in Gurnee, offering "absolutely fabulous" Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and the owner's warm hospitality. While the music can be loud, the delightful atmosphere, fresh dishes, and attentive staff make it a must-visit. Perfect for special occasions!

111 Reviews

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Tim
Milwaukee
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
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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Kara
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was delicious, I had the eggplant Parmigiana which was still crispy and the sauce was very flavorful. My husband had the linguine carbonara which he also enjoyed along with the calamari for an appetizer. I had the viper cocktail and it was very refreshing and delicious. It did take a bit of a wait to get water once we were seated but it was a very busy Saturday night so I can understand that a bit. Aside from that service was great and we would come back again.
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Teresa
Chicago
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Destino's food was amazing. One of our party said it was the best Chicken Marsala he ever had in his life. I'm not sure if the excellent food overrides the blaring music, the crowded tables, the overworked servers, and the low lighting. Maybe we will try again.
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Esther
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was great, but the music was too loud. Service was good, but could have been a little more attentive.
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Sharon
Chicago
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I had lasagne and if was ok. My friend had the gnocchi and the sausage was very salty.
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Julie
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can’t say enough good things about this restaurant- food is wonderful-service is great- we keep bringing friends and family in and everyone loves this place!
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Cheryl
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Over all it was a very nice place. The prices were not bad but when the bill came we were charged $4 extra for the Makers Mark my husband had in his drink, we were not aware that Makers is a special whisky. Also he asked for a substitution on his entrée and there was an up charge for that too. So just beware if you want to make changes you will be charged.
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Heide
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant evening. Food and drinks were very good. It was fun sitting by the fireplace!
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JACQUELINE
Chicago
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Check it out, if you're on the fence. It's a good menu with lots of options. I had a nightly special - it was butternut squash ravioli and it was definitely made from scratch. It was very good.
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FAQs

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

Destino is rated 4.7 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
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.

Destino

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Table

Thanksgiving Day Special!

Menu

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Destino offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Destino restaurant rated?

Is Destino currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information