Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.2 (420)

$30 and under

American

6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.2

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Loop

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

11:00 PM

Booked 62 times today

About this restaurant

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.

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!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews from people who have dined at Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee.

4.2

(420)

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
3.8Value

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Rainforest Cafe in Chicago Gurnee offers a lively atmosphere "the kids absolutely loved" and an "unmatched environment." The food, including "amazing new menu" items like Bourbon Meatloaf, receives praise. While service experiences vary, the ambiance consistently entertains, making it an ideal family destination.

420 Reviews

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Maria
Chicago2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nos encanta este restaurante mis hijos lo disfrutan mucho
Rainforest Cafe - Chicago GurneeResponded 3 days ago
Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!
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Carolina
Montreal1 review
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience! The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was very welcoming. What made it even better was how family-friendly the restaurant was. It’s a great place to dine with kids, making families feel comfortable and welcome. We’ll definitely be back!
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Joanne Gold
Chicago35 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our server was mostly great. The food was nothing special.
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Esperanza
Chicago1 review
1.0
Dined on September 14, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This app still lists the restaurant as open when it is in fact closed. Drive an hour away just to get told that they’re closed.
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Tracy Gold
Chicago12 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The kids absolutely loved Rainforest Cafe! The atmosphere was so much fun for them and kept them entertained throughout the meal. The food was good, everyone found something they enjoyed, and overall we had a really great experience. Definitely a fun place to take the kids for a meal that feels like an experience too!
Rainforest Cafe - Chicago GurneeResponded on September 23, 2026
Hello, we appreciate your positive feedback about your experience. We take pride in serving our customers and hope to see you again soon!
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ana
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on September 6, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy rica la comida y excelente atención al cliente
Rainforest Cafe - Chicago GurneeResponded on September 9, 2026
Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!
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Jen Gold
Wisconsin16 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff took good care of us, food was great, and the balloon animal maker was a nice touch!
Rainforest Cafe - Chicago GurneeResponded on August 26, 2026
Hello, thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon!
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Lora
Washington DC4 reviews
3.0
Dined on August 19, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The kids didn’t enjoy the pizza. We didn’t realize it was intended as a “healthy” item so according to our waitress who consulted her manager it was pita. But otherwise it was good service
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Amy
Chicago5 reviews
2.0
Dined on August 16, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Made reservations for 8. Waited 15 mins for our table to be ready. When we arrived at our table, there wasn’t even enough seats to even fit our party. Then had to wait around again for them to figure out our table. Thankfully there was lots of things to see to keep the kids occupied
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Jose Alberto
London1 review
1.0
Dined on August 16, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The seats we sat on were dusty and after we left we noticed that my clothes and shoes were covered in black dust. We reported the issue and they said that they would call me back but I haven’t received the call
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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!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
6170 West Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Yes, Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee accepts private parties; reservations for parties of eight or more should call the manager on duty for booking information.

Guests often report generous portions, several reviewers said entrees were large enough to share and the Volcano dessert is enormous, best for sharing among a group.

Yes, Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee has hosted anniversary celebrations with excellent experiences, making it a fun option for a special evening together.

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee has a main dining room with booths and a bar area, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Yes, Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee is very kid-friendly: it offers a kids menu, table-side balloon artists, lively animatronics and frequent birthday celebrations that delight children.

Yes, for parties of eight or more Rainforest Cafe asks that you call the manager on duty to arrange bookings and any special requests.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal attire is perfectly appropriate for dining at Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee.

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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

4.2

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Loop

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

11:00 PM

Booked 62 times today

Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

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Rainforest Cafe - Chicago Gurnee

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