Destino

Name: Destino
Address: 5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL, United States, 60031-5916
Telephone: (872) 337-8466
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (272)

$30 and under

Italian

5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL 60031-5916

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2 people

Jul 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood 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

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

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.

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What 272 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Best Service
North Suburbs
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Destino offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "beautiful calm ambiance" and "diverse menu," including unique dishes like "watermelon salad" and "Lake Superior white fish." The staff's attentiveness and the restaurant's elegant setting make it a "hidden gem."

272 Reviews

M
Mike
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding experience all around. I will be recommending this restaurant to everyone I know!
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Shareen
Anchorage / Alaska10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect nice Italian meal amid 36 hours at nearby Six Flags. Beautiful calm ambience. Diverse menu, including unique options like watermelon salad and Lake Superior white fish. Full bar and nice wine list. Outdoor seating. Good service! Recommend.
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John VIP
Chicago / Illinois15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had another wonderful experience dining at Destino's. The staff does an excellent job and the food is delicious!
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Brian VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East27 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal. Service by Gaspar G was excellent. Shared the beet salad and the swordfish special and good cheese cake. The meal was delicious! Great place.
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Kathy
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had excellent service and the food was delicious. We could easily carry on our conversations and were not rushed through our meals.
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Sue VIP
Chicago / Illinois22 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, delicious food! The best spot for lunch, dinner or cocktails!!! Absolute favorite!
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Kelly
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, ambiance, and service! Absolutely recommend, felt like a hidden gem!!
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Jeneffer VIP
Chicago / Illinois124 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our 1st visit here, and wondering why it took us so long to try this great neighborhood family owned restaurant! Great experience and great food! Thank you, we’ll be back!
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Robert VIP
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First class in every way. Food,service,ambience all fantastic. Danny and his staff are always right on point. Would highly recommend them from special occasions to just wanting a great meal. Best Italian restaurant around.
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Angela VIP
Chicago / Illinois50 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an outstanding experience. The entire team take great care to make us feel special in their home ❤️
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FAQs

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

Destino is rated 4.8 stars by 272 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

Destino

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Table

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What 272 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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