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Destino, Gurnee, IL

Destino

4.6
4.6
145 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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 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.

Menu

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What 145 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!

145 Reviews

  1. John

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another enjoyable dinner experience. The staff is wonderful, and Danny always makes our visits special!

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  2. James

    VIP

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic this trip. Huge improvement over last time. We had the Grilled Vegetables appetizer, Lobster/shrimp Ravioli and the Almond Sea Bass for the entree and lava cake for dessert. We asked our server Jeni for recommendations and went with her suggestions for the Ravioli and desert.

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  3. Cathy

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambiance, great cocktails made by the bartender. All food was enjoyed and the portions were very nice size ( not skimpy). The owner ( or manager) was on site and was greeting people to make them comfortable. We will be back.

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  4. Sandy

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely Christmas Eve dinner at Destino. Thank you to the wonderful staff and Happy Holidays to all!

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  5. Nikole

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice and cozy! Waiter did a great job and food tasted great!

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  6. Glen

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was my first time dining here, I think the overall experience was excellent! At first, I was seated at the table right in front of the door and I asked if we could move somewhere else which they accommodated. Our server Karla was absolutely spectacular. She was very knowledgeable with the menu, food, choices, and acceptable to questions we had in regards to some of the food choices. The service was great and I would highly recommend to be seated in Karla’s section again. A great overall experience and I will be returning on New Year’s Eve!

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  7. Mariko

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant went above my expectations. I will definitely try it again when I am back in the area.

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  8. Anne

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food and the overall environment was very inviting and festive!

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  9. sue

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food and server were excellent. We asked several times please have the music turned down but it never happened. We literally could hear ourselves or our friends. We don’t enjoy going to dinner when we can’t visit with our friends. Too bad because the food & service were good!!

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  10. Melanie

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sarma was exceptionally attentive and made my birthday perfect! She was great with my family and made us feel at home in a restaurant of luxury. We got the calamari and Polpette Della Nonna that was spectacular!! My favorite vegetable which is full of vitamins was the beet salad! Sarma recommended wonderful tasting food and she even said the Lobster/Shrimp Ravioli was delicious which then once I tasted it my mouth watered and was epic to taste with the sauce! My family loved the ambiance and not being rushed to eat. It felt like we were at home enjoying an Eastern European Meal with the family! Her name even means “Wrapped” in Croatian. Which is incredible since I just made those and Dolmas for a recipe for my book. She made my birthday special!!!! Thank you Sarma, we will come back after we bonded over Sparkles too hehe wonderful recipes and felt inspired to paint tonight! ❤️❤️❤️🥳🥳🥳🥳

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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 145 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 37 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 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.
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