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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee, Gurnee, IL

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.7
4.7
335 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
  • Charming
  • Child-friendly
  • Gluten-free-friendly
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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What 335 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Rainforest Cafe in Chicago Gurnee offers an "amazing place to take kids" with a "fun experience" and "great decor." The restaurant delights with its vibrant atmosphere, featuring animatronics and themed decor that captivate both children and adults. While some patrons noted service delays, most commend the "excellent service" and allergy-friendly options.

335 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was outstanding. Food was delicious, order was accurate and received in an acceptable timeframe given how busy it was for lunch. Kids loved the atmosphere and overall vibe. Also bought from the gift shop.

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  2. MichaelC

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Brook made the experience memorable. Thanks for the great service

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    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and experience was as you would expect. Our server was nowhere to be found.

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  4. Cherelle

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great foods and great waiter being patience to communication with me becasue I’m hearing impaired.

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  5. Becky

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Very conscious of my gluten allergy.

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  6. Leneya

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place. The kids loved it. We’re coming back

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  7. Dominic

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    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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  8. Patrick

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 26, 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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  9. Chris VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on November 23, 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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  10. Jenny

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 20, 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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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 4.7 stars by 335 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
7:00 p.m.
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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