Destino

4.6

218 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

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 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 Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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.

What 218 people are saying

Destino reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Destino in Gurnee offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "exquisite food" and "outstanding service." The menu features dishes like short rib ravioli and grilled octopus, complemented by a "great wine selection." While the atmosphere is inviting, some mention the need for quieter music. Overall, it's "highly recommended" for its charm and culinary excellence.

218 Reviews

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Janet
Chicago22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entire staff were outstanding! James took excellent care of us at the bar, and Rogelio gave us top-notch service for dining. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you for excellent food, drinks, and service!
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Anna Maria VIP
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
This is my 2nd time dining and the music still blasts and there were not many people in the restaurant. I am not sure what the reason is but this is the 2nd time I noticed it and we could not even hear each other. We asked to turn it down and it seemed like they did but it was not enough.
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Rose
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our dinner at Destino. The food was delicious and served hot. Our server was very attentive. I had the cheese ravioli - sauce was rich with chicken. My husband's steak was good and cooked just as ordered. The music provided a nice atmosphere.
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Bill
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tonight was my second time dining at Destinos. This place is awesome! The owner Danny came right up to the table tonight and called me by name as he remembered me from my first visit. Drinks are top notch and the food is amazing! I highly recommend the octopus! They pride themselves on service and it shows, which is hard to find these days! Shout out to Patrick the bartender/server!
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Linda
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ambience is great! Food as usual outstanding, Brett our server is always excellent suggesting specials are always on point. We can not wait to return!
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Patty
Chicago19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Juan was our waiter. Excellent service. His recommendations for wine and entree were perfect. Great experience! We’ll be coming back.
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Marie-Christine
Miami2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Italian food is exquisite. Meat was melting in our mouths and the pasta was al dente. The sea food was cooked properly and still tender and juicy. Their wine selection is outstanding.
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Tanya VIP
Atlanta7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food, ambience and staff have been great every time. Definitely recommend the burrata appetizer.
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Carolyn
Chicago5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Gasper our server was terrific. Problem - the music was VERY LOUD. So loud that we had to ask at the desk twice and then ask our waiter before it was finally turned down. We were trying to have a conversation all the while shouting at each other. We all agreed we would return again but hopefully the music would be quieter.
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Leigh
Chicago1 review
3.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Tables were so crammed together that the waitstaff were not able to walk around the tables to even pour water.
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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 218 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 13 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 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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan

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

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Table

Menu

What 218 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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