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Destino, Gurnee, IL

Destino

4.7
4.7
114 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Day Special!

    Nov 28, 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.

  • 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

View menu on restaurant's website

What 114 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 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!

114 Reviews

  1. Diane

    Chicago

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Rui

    Chicago

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  3. Tim

    Milwaukee

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 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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  4. Kara

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 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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  5. Rico

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for date night and great Italian food!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    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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  7. Teresa

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    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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  8. Esther

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    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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  9. Sharon

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 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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  10. Julie

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 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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FAQs

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

Destino is rated 4.7 stars by 114 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 13 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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 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, Takeout, 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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