Gurnee: Eats and Drinks

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From the archives: September 21, 2007

There's more to Gurnee than Great America and the Mills. Skip the chains and explore the restaurants and bars only locals know about.

On this page:Dining, Drinking.

Dining

  1. 1 3 Star Rating: Average Point
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    1952 N US Hwy 41, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    This breakfast-lunch spot is a great reason for that pre- or post-Mills shopping spree.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Avalon
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    4821 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Breakfast is an all-day meal at this popular 24-hour diner.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Curry Pot
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    5101 Washington St, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Don't let the strip mall setting fool you: This Gurnee Indian restaurant is just as sturdy as any on Devon Avenue.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Backyard Steak Pit Inc
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    1818 N Grandwood Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Juicy cuts and modest prices are the main attractions at this casual chophouse.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Salutos Pizza & Pasta
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    7680 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Gurnee standard for pasta and pizza gives locals reasons to skip chain dining.

Drinking

  1. 6 1.5 Star Rating: Poor Poor Richards Pub
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    4610 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Locals keep the atmosphere lively during the frequent karaoke nights at this cozy pub.

  2. 7 3 Star Rating: Average The In-Laws
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    720 N. Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    This casual American grill cranks out Long Island iced tea variations and daily drink specials.

  3. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Stevens
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    Rt. 21 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Regulars gather around the piano bar at this classic chophouse with chocolate citrus and coconut almond margaritas in hand.

  4. 9 3 Star Rating: Average Yao Yao Asian Cuisine
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    1207 N Skokie Hwy, Gurnee, IL 60031 (map)

    Who says the suburbs are missing style? This sceney lounge is the place to sip on signature cocktails.

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