Kyle Dahl
Overall: Come for the atmosphere, stay for the surprisingly good food. Rainforest is a tourism staple that won't disappoint the family.
The good: Obviously the atmosphere is over-the-top and fun. You're surrounded by a ton of plants, animals, water, and a variety of noises. The menu is surprisingly large and well varied, which will probably please anyone in a group. The food itself was above my low expectations and came out hot. Service was friendly and the seating was clean.
The not-so-good: Expensive. Even if you go bare bones with just the basics (sandwiches, salads, soups), you're looking at ~$15. If you want something more, whether it's apps, a platter, drinks, etc., be prepared to spend $40+ per person. Which, in all honesty, is way too much.
Food/Drink: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Atmosphere: 8/10
Ryan Nunes
What a great place to take kids of all ages. The food was a bit pricey but it was worth it. They also have a gentleman making balloon animals for the children. I will definitely be back when I get to Chicago
Iam Riza
I love this place. Super child friendly!
Place: The atmosphere and music jives along. The idea of having a jungle inspired restaurant in Chicago downtown is such a genius! The concept unleash the child of me. Touring around makes you realize how beautiful the wildlife animals are! Coz they are actually moving here!
Food: Foods are awesome tasty! I forgot the name but I really like it and I’ve got a drink with a souvenir of a pretty parrot. Hehe! Overall, great food offers!
Price: Price is moderately high but worth it! Promise!
Service: Excellent! The staff is very friendly and helpful. He knows everything in the menu. Also, very accommodating.
Parking: Well, parking in Chicago downtown is really a headache.
Tei
It's a nice place to be for everyone. Kids and adults alike will surely like its jungle-themed souvenir and resto. Staff were very warm and friendly when we were there. Our kids enjoyed being there. Food was great too.
Margaret Larkin
Fantastic place! Great atmosphere, staff, decor, pretty good food, special experience. I've passed by for years and had no idea it was this good. It's not hype or cheaply made. My 10-year-old nephew says, "It's a great place for kids because they're not too bored or overwhelmed, and the food is very good." My teenage niece says, "It didn't disappoint."
Betsy Anders
5 Stars for the EXPERIENCE. 3-4 Stars for the food. It was good but food wise in Chicago you have some steep competition, I think Applebee's and TGI Fridays is on par. We loved the balloon animals and the experience was worth the price. One kids meal and an adult meal with a Coke was $40.
Kurt Parker
Pretty cool place... Good food... But very noisy! If you have kids they will enjoy... A bit pricey as well
Crystal Decker
A few steps inside the restaurant and you'll forget you're in downtown Chicago! Service was quick and friendly, and food was delicious! We enjoyed the Taste of the Islands seafood dish and the Cuban sandwich.
Vivek Krishnakumar
Very unique ambience with amazing food! Not too many vegetarian options though. The place was packed on a Sunday evening and we had to wait for about 15 minutes to be seated.
TW U
Neat atmosphere, but a bit cheesy. Great wait staff and full gift shop. Food is typical restaurant chain food.
Edra Veranti
This restaurant offer a unique can concept that will mostly attractive to kids. So, a visit with kids during the holidays would be perfect! For the adults, you can enjoy good foods! We had Korean spicy chicken ( in the picture), pot roast, and shrimp platter. They all are tasty! And staffs were friendly!
Sheila Vazquez
I love the Rainforest Café. The atmosphere is amazing. There is a thunderstorm every 20 mins and large animals that move and make noises. The food is good and the gift shop has great stuff. Took my 3 teenagers there for the first time on Memorial Day in Chicago. I have been to others in Cancun and Florida. Always fun to eat in the Rainforest.
Julie Kök
Food is great. Service never has disappointed us. The experience is great for kids and adults alike. I love getting alcoholic drinks for the complementary glass after dinner to take home. The only thing I could knock this place for is that you eat upstairs, and I would love to take my mom here but stairs are troublesome for her. The bathrooms are downstairs as well.
Zachary Charles
Awesome place! I’ve been to a handful of area that had one of these and never went in. Finally, I’m Chicago there was one right next to my hotel so I gave it a shot. Extremely cool atmosphere and decor, and if I had kids I would go out of my way to bring them here. Prices were very fair for the area and food was delicious
Melissa
Fun touristy place to go on an adventure. I would definitely visit it once....just to take in the atmosphere and take it all in. Especially if it's a family vacation. The food was so so.
Chad Lee
Good place. Young children may scare during the mock thunderstorm, mine did the first time then adapted. They are every 20mins. Beware there is a store when you walk in before resturant, so be prepared to say no a lot or give in. :) Food was great. Overall, really enjoyed it. The balloon animals are really cool and made for a tip.
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