Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.5

329 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

4 Dec 2024

20:30

Booked 21 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
Website
http://www.rainforestcafe.com/
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!

Location
6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Area
Downtown / Loop
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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What 329 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Chicago / Illinois
Child-friendly
Chicago
Child-friendly
Chicago
Healthy

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.

329 Reviews

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Dominic
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
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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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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Chris
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
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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Jenny
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 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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BOYD
Chicago
40 reviews
vip
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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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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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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Karen
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 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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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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Walter
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy buen servicio el mesero muy amable a mis niños les encanta
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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 329 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

4 Dec 2024

20:30

Booked 21 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 Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.rainforestcafe.com/
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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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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What 329 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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