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Gamba Ristorante, Merrillville, IN

Gamba Ristorante

4.9
4.9
1167 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
The former owners of the Venezia Bar & Grill and Café Venezia, Benito and Hilda Gamba, have combined their efforts into the Gamba Ristorante. Located in Merrillville, this restaurant is housed in an architectural masterpiece, which is hard to miss with its circular design and copper roof. Modeled after upscale restaurants in exotic European locations, the menu offers classic Italian cuisine. The wine room boasts storage space for 1,000 bottles. A banquet hall holds up to 175 people and looks out onto an open courtyard.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (219) 736-5000
  • Website
    http://gambaristorante.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    William Potts, Razvan Bancos, Joe Flores
  • Private party facilities
    Gamba Ristorante is the ideal setting for any special occasion. It is perfectly suited for weddings, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, corporate lunch or dinners, brunches, birthday parties and bridal showers.
  • Location
    455 E 84th Dr, Merrillville, IN 46410
  • Neighborhood
    Merrillville, IN
  • Cross street
    Connecticut St.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Ambiance

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Italian

  • Northwest Indiana

    Best Overall

  • Northwest Indiana

    Best Food

  • Northwest Indiana

    Best Service

  • Northwest Indiana

    Best Ambiance

  • Northwest Indiana

    Best Value

  • Northwest Indiana

    Great for brunch

  • Northwest Indiana

    Good for groups

  • Northwest Indiana

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northwest Indiana

    Great for fine wines

  • Northwest Indiana

    Romantic

  • Northwest Indiana

    Good for special occasions

  • Northwest Indiana

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gamba Ristorante offers an upscale dining experience in Northwest Indiana with "amazing authentic Italian food" and "wonderful service." Guests appreciate its elegant ambiance and attentive staff, making it ideal for special occasions. Highlights include the apple cider pork chop and handcrafted cocktails. It's a "hidden gem" that consistently delivers top-notch meals.

1,167 Reviews

  1. Stephanie

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10! Perfect anniversary dinner. Service was amazing and the gnocci was to die for.

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  2. Thomas

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As you enter the restaurant, you're welcomed by a warm atmosphere and a friendly bartender. Be sure to make a reservation in advance, as the place fills up quickly. Once seated, your attentive server greets you with a smile and shares the evening's specials while offering drinks. Feel free to ask them any questions about the menu, as they are very knowledgeable. The restaurant operates like a well-oiled machine, with each employee focused on providing excellent service. I highly recommend dining at Gamba for a delightful night out or lunch, guaranteed to offer quality food, fair prices, and an enjoyable atmosphere with friends, family, or colleagues.

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  3. Sheila

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was fantastic, the service much less so. Service was very slow but we did see that our waiter was also taking care of a small private party. Refills on drinks except for coffee and water were difficult to get. Had to look for waiter to get dinner bill and had to finally flag down someone else to take our payment so we could leave. Don’t know if the excellent food trumps the very slow and lackadaisical service.

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  4. Doug

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a table in the wine room. It was wonderful. The food was excellent, and the service was excellent. Couldn’t ask for a better evening. 

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  5. John

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience once again at Gamba! Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and definitely helped us in deciding between all of the wonderful options on the menu. We’ll definitely be returning next time we’re in town!

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  6. Dave

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, Gamba's never disappoints. Made the evening a delight with superior service, amazing food, and thoughtful remembrance of my wife's birthday. I have never had a bad meal at Gamba's and doubt I ever will. Compliments to the chef and the entire staff. Every aspect of the dining experience was professionally attended to. 5 STARS EVERY TIME.

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  7. Jessica

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gamba is the BEST! Delicious food, fantastic service and a great atmosphere! I highly recommend.

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  8. Cheryl

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was five-star at Gamba Ristorante. The food was fabulous! One of our favorite restaurants in all of NW Indiana.

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  9. Dionesio

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a small venue, however the vibes are immaculate. The food is without a doubt the best in the region, on par and exceeding the majority of Chicago establishments. Adding to that, the quality has not changed in over a decade and I doubt it will, this is the most refined and elegant restaurant you will visit in NWI. Not to mention the staff are second to none.

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  10. Andres

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s my go to for a nice dinner with loved ones. The food is outstanding. I get something new on the menu each and every time and it’s always perfection. The wait staff is knowledgeable and kind and attentive. The price is amazing given the service and cuisine you receive. 10/10 would recommend

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FAQs

Gamba Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (219) 736-5000.

Gamba Ristorante is rated 4.9 stars by 1167 OpenTable diners.

Gamba Ristorante 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gamba Ristorante

455 E 84th Dr, Merrillville, IN 46410

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Connecticut St.
  • Neighborhood
    Merrillville, IN
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    William Potts, Razvan Bancos, Joe Flores
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://gambaristorante.com/
  • Phone number
    (219) 736-5000
  • Private party facilities
    Gamba Ristorante is the ideal setting for any special occasion. It is perfectly suited for weddings, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, corporate lunch or dinners, brunches, birthday parties and bridal showers.

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