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Name: Buona Restaurant & Catering
Address: 6745 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL, 60402
Telephone: (708) 749-2555
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.00

Buona Restaurant & Catering

6745 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL, 60402

(708) 749-2555
Store is closed

Buona Restaurant & Catering Menu

Original Italian Sandwiches

Buona Beef

Buona Charbroiled Sausage

Buona Beef and Sausage Combo

Naked Combo

Meatballs Marinara

Pepper and Egg - Friday Only

Pepper and Egg with Sausage - Friday Only
Grilled Panini Sandwiches

Chicken Artichoke

Turkey Tuscano

Prosciutto Caprese

Vegetable Arrosto
Fresh Cafe Sandwiches

Cold Roast Beef and Provolone

Pollo Pomodoro

Turkey Delizioso

Tuna Genovese

La Strada
Hand-Tossed Salads

Buona Chopped Salad

Mona Lisa

Tuscan Harvest

Crispy Chicken

Fresh Fruit Salad

Classic Caesar

Old Neighborhood House
Naples Style Thin Crust Pizza

Quatro Formaggi

Sausage

Pepperoni

Margherita

Rustica

Chicken Pinolo

Verdura Misto

Bianco

Additional Toppings of Your Choice
Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only

Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only
Completo Lite Lunch Special

Completo Lite Lunch Special
Burgers and Chicken

Hamburger

Cheeseburger

Grilled Chicken Ciabatta

Chicken Tenders
Hot Dogs

Vienna Hot Dog

Chili Dog

Double Dog

Maxwell Street Polish Sausage
Bbq

Bbq Beef

Bbq Baby Back Ribs
Soups and Chili

Minestrone

Tortellini and Fresh Spinach

Chicken Penne

Chili
Kids' Selections

Buona Beef with Fries

Chicken Strips with Fries

Hot Dog with Fries

Pizza
Sides

Cup of Soup

Side Caesar Or Side House Salad

Fries

Cheese Fries

Parmesan Chips
Drinks

Pepsi Fountain Drinks

Bottled Water

Reduced-Fat Milk

Lavazza Italian Drip Coffee - Regular Or Decaf
Desserts

Hand-Filled Cannoli

Ghirardelli Fudge Brownie

Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies

Healthy Meal suggestions for Buona Restaurant & Catering

Original Italian Sandwiches

Buona Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buona Charbroiled Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buona Beef and Sausage Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Naked Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Meatballs Marinara [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pepper and Egg - Friday Only [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pepper and Egg with Sausage - Friday Only [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Grilled Panini Sandwiches

Chicken Artichoke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Tuscano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prosciutto Caprese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Arrosto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Fresh Cafe Sandwiches

Cold Roast Beef and Provolone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Pomodoro [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Delizioso [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Genovese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

La Strada [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Hand-Tossed Salads

Buona Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mona Lisa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuscan Harvest [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crispy Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Fruit Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Old Neighborhood House [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Naples Style Thin Crust Pizza

Quatro Formaggi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pepperoni [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Margherita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rustica [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Pinolo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Verdura Misto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bianco [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Additional Toppings of Your Choice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only

Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Completo Lite Lunch Special

Completo Lite Lunch Special [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Burgers and Chicken

Hamburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheeseburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Ciabatta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Tenders [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Hot Dogs

Vienna Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chili Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Double Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maxwell Street Polish Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Bbq

Bbq Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bbq Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soups and Chili

Minestrone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tortellini and Fresh Spinach [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Penne [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chili [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Kids' Selections

Buona Beef with Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Strips with Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Dog with Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pizza [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Cup of Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Caesar Or Side House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Parmesan Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Drinks

Pepsi Fountain Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Reduced-Fat Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lavazza Italian Drip Coffee - Regular Or Decaf [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Hand-Filled Cannoli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ghirardelli Fudge Brownie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Write An Anonymous Review

Lisa C.

Very sad. Moved back to this area and was dying for a beef sandwich. My son picked up order and it had tiny pieces of cheese, not at all an added topping that I was charged for. Enough to want me to find a new place for beef sandwiches and I was loyal to them for years. Even had them cater a Christening.
(1)
Christopher B.

Buona Beef has always been one of my favorite places for a beef sub. The have solid service, a good menu, excellent subs, and decent prices!
(5)
Lynn E.

This really for their catering arm, although I have to give a shout out to their excellent italian beef and cheeseburgers. We ordered italian beef, sausage, mosticoccoli, vesuvio potatoes, and lemon chicken. For only $25 they delivered it to Plainfield, on the Oswego border. The delivery man set everything up for us including putting water that he brought, in between the pans over the sternos. We ordered everything hot but they recommended it be warmed for about 15 minutes. He arrived on time, cleaned everything up and the 3" italian bread for the sandwiches were even cut! Portillo's needs to take a lesson from them!
(4)
Anthony B.

The best Beef in Chicago forget those others guys this is the best hands down. The Chicken breast sandwich you gotta try it wow awesome. Great atmosphere and the prices are right!
(5)
Paul N.

Food is digusting,and long wait for your food,loooooong wait! If you want good fast food in the area go to petes on ridgland and Roosevelt.
(1)
Mark K.

I've been here a bunch of times so far. they have a good menu, they offer food that's made to order, and a good variety, and it seems healthier than some of the other restaurants in the same area occasionally they might forget your order and lease you standing an extra 15 minutes. But the manager was really nice about it and gave me a comp ticket for the next time I go there.
(4)
Edward B.

I ate here a few times as a college student in the 80's. I decided to try it again since a buddy at work said this is his favorite beef place. Wow, was he right. I'm a big fan of Novi's in Berwyn and Pop's (mine is in Lyons) beefs, I consider them both about equal and way better than others I've had. But Buona blew my socks off today. Really spectacular beef and good, crispy fries. The giardinera is a too spicy for my preference, but the beef and gravy and bread (it must be Turano from down the street) make up for that. Truly excellent beef, nice atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff. Now I'll have to visit Novi's and Pop's again to try to figure out my favorite :)
(5)
Jen R.

Now I know why we just order the beef and we do things ourselves. They are skimpy on the beef, can you handle to give me a few more fries and can they be hot. Really, seriously this should be good fast food but it's an epic fail. Other places better beef and cheaper. If you do get it get the stuff for parties only.
(2)
Carol T.

We really like this place. Their beef is great!i I really like the chopped and Cobb salads a lot! The grilled chicken is good too. They have a cool app that gives you points and coupons.
(5)
John P.

The bread is awesome! As is the beef. Expect the spicy or beef then at other restaurants. Good size portions excellent value. French fries started out frozen but they turned out okay. Very clean free refills on your drinks. This is one of the first places I stop when I fly into Chicago.
(4)
Aric C.

When it comes to Italian beef there are few better. I've eaten here a few times and really enjoy it every time. I really like the option of picking the size of the sandwich to meet my hunger's needs.
(5)
Ray N.

It's the one that started them all. And until their remodel (which should be finished within weeks), it was a typical walk-in-and-wait sort of restaurant, a la Lucky Dog. Their Beefs are good, but I think Lucky Dog's offer a bit more for the price to be quite honest. Especillally if you want fries with them. Don't get me wrong - Buona is one of the few things Berwyn can pride itself on, but they're not quite as great as they're made out to be.
(4)
Jessica M.

My husband, a Chicago native, was insistent that we go to Buona Beef last time we were in the city. He neglected to warn me, a picky New Englander who doesn't like sloppy food (yes I blot my pizza, why do you ask?), about the dipping of the sandwich. Now I know to order my sandwich dry. It was very tasty, despite my neurotic eating style. The giardiniera was fab, too!
(4)
Ren H.

I had never had an Italian beef before and tried one here.. I must say I was pleasantly surprised! It was a little greasy but I think thats the beef in general! I would recommend this place for anyone who may be weary of trying beef!
(4)
Nyassa B.

Just picked up a delicious Buona chopped salad and my free birthday beef. :). Love this place. It's where I always go for delicious salads and the beefs, burgers, and fries are awesome. There portions are ample and if you're like me, you can ask for half portions. Great staff, great atmosphere and great food.
(4)
Dominic F.

I love this location. The service is great and Food is amazing. I can't think of a better spot in Berwyn for great sandwiches. I am not a salad guy, but they have a few hearty salads that meet my standard. Yummy!
(5)
Jennifer Q.

I still love Buona. The salads are a great choice in the area if you are trying to stay healthy. I love the Blueberry Verde (when in season) and my back up is the Tuscan Harvest. I get it with a side of salmon and I'm a happy camper! I like the the salad is all healthy greens and no boring iceberg. Such a great place to pop in and get a fast, healthy meal!
(4)
Carrie S.

I wish they had this place in California!! First, they have a list on their websites of everything they sell that contains wheat, along with other allergens. Very handy!! Granted, there isn't much that doesn't have wheat. But, they have fantastic salad options and dressings that are gluten free, and I was a very happy camper. It tasted great! The staff was also very helpful in telling me which soups may work (they had nothing gluten free that particular day) and they knew which dressings would work. I was impressed.
(5)
Tina C.

Truly the only beef sandwich I will eat. You can order them many ways. But the way I like em is dry and hot. The smell of these wonderfull beef sandwiches are just intoxicating. But, they also have really good sub sandwiches and salads. I LOVE the buffalo ranch salad. The chicken is served warm tossed in a buffalo sauce which is spicy, but not too spicy. And it comes with ranch dressing, black beans, tortilla strips, corn, and chopped lettuce. YUM. Every mouthfull is pure happiness. Some locations serve wine and beer, but only half bottles. So I would recomend sharing one, cause a half bottle will get you tipsy enough to NOT get in your car :) All locations are wonderfull, but this particular one is the one that started the big chain that it is now.
(5)
Peter M.

Best beef anywhere!! I've eaten here since they opened in the early 80's and will sometimes drive from my house over 10 miles when I'm craving a Buona Beef. I know that people like Portillo's but that's too greasy for me especially with their giardiniera.
(5)
Terese S.

This is a brand new store that was built last year. We love it. It is very kid friendly - including discounted kids' meals M-W. They have a variety of sandwiches, salads and ribs too. Very yummy and a great value. The staff is courteous and nice and mangement too.
(4)
Angela U.

They are reopened and the food is great. I had the Mozzarella Prosciutto Panini, and it was excellent.
(4)
Mike A.

Authentic Chicago Italian Beef even for a chain. I love this place. Seeting can be limited at times. Fast order taking. I love the beef and sausage combo - very tasty.
(4)
Kara H.

I'm going to have to disagree with Chris B. Buona is the best beef in the city! I'm a Berwyn native and I travel back for buona. it's that good.
(5)
Joshua N.

Buona's original location has been renovated, and it's a real showpiece now. Very comfortable dining room and efficient ordering line. The beef and sausage sandwiches are as good as always -- above average for Chicago-style Italian beef. PROS: 1. Great dining room. Comfortable and efficient. 2. Italian beef is better than average -- especially for the area. (I've found most of the Italian beef restaurants in Berwyn to be dry and under-flavored.) 3. Convenient location. CONS: 1. Really bad parking lot. Very awkward setup, bordering on dangerous. That's really it. Not as good as Johnnie's Beef (no one is), but still above average for the area.
(4)
Richard C.

Clean, friendly, fresh and delicious. A berwyn institution. Not all the other locations hold up to this one. This is the mother ship. The real deal. Accept to substitutions. Beef juicy with mozzarella and hot peppers, side Caesar.
(5)
Carol M.

Excellent food but even BETTER service!!!! Stopped in w/grand-daughter after Berwyn Car Show - she wanted PASGHETTI x meatballs - upon arrival to table mosticolli/ meat sauce x meatballs were MIXED TOGETHER!! Grand-daughter had quick melt-down.... "Gramma it has sauce on it" I forgot to ask to SEPARATE pasta from sauce!!! ****needless to say **Gentleman behind counter said "I understand - I have children too" and quickly replaced dish WITHOUT sauce x pasta mixed! (I'm assuming he was the owner) Thank you for the wonderful hospitality... The food was excellent but as I mentioned earlier ... the service even better!
(5)
Miami N.

This place is amazing! The food is top notch and so is the service. The pretty girl named Jazz that took my order forgot the bacon I ask for but as good as my sandwich was, who cares! I got the Italian beef and sausage combo but all the food looked really good. I will be back next time I'm in town. Thanks guys!
(5)
Ali H.

I was torn between giving this place 3 and 4 stars. I've been here a few times, and while the food is good, there are a few things that I find objectionable. Let's start with the good: The beef sandwiches, and the shakes, which are what I tend to stick to. Both very delicious. I also like that it is casual and counter service which helps to keep costs low. What I'm not as crazy about: the ambiance. Counter service can still be charming and pleasant, but this feels more like McDonalds inside. Also, the beef sandwiches don't come with giardinera peppers or cheese. Both of those things are 50 cents extra. 50 cents for a few hot peppers? You've got to be kidding. For an Italian beef sandwich, I can't imagine not including that. This annoys me every time I go there. Anyway, I work in the area sometimes and I'll probably still eat here when I do. The menu is large and they seem to have something for everyone.
(3)
Daniel C.

My coworkers love this place. It's fast food but also a sit down and have your order delivered after you place it at the counter. I wish there were a drive thru since I'm usually just picking it up for the team. The naked bowl is the best. It's meats, cheese and peppers in a bowl with no bread. LOW CARB option. Just have to use self control and not order fries as your side.
(4)
Deb D.

CATERING/OUT OF TOWN SHIPPING ONLY: Beware sending as a gift! We ordered a gift pack for our son in Virginia for Father's Day. He's a new dad and we wanted to surprise him. Delivery was scheduled for the Thursday prior. We got a call from Buona that day saying there was a problem with the delivery, and that he should get it Friday. The packaging says it's okay for 48 hours, so I was okay with it, but not thrilled. Friday comes and goes. No delivery, no call. We called our son on Saturday morning. He says he got a call from the delivery company that morning asking about the address, which was incorrect. We then verified the address on our end of the order, which was correct. We contacted Buona, who was unaware that the delivery was not made. They were unable to contact UPS (Saturday), so my son will be receiving a delivery on Monday of spoiled meat. Buona, to their credit, is resenting the order for next week. My rating is based on the fact that my son will not get his gift for Father's Day, and that if we didn't chase it down, he would have received spoiled food.
(2)
BethAnn F.

CATERING REVIEW ONLY: This company has impressed me greatly. The square plastic plates on which they serve their nicer catering options are darling. They look like china. And their plastic "silverware" is bright silver and looks real. It's a lovely touch. The sandwich platters are in these cute brown box-like trays and the sandwich halves are individually wrapped in adorable white/red striped paper. The fancier tiny sandwiches are fresh and delicious. (All of my associates were obsessed with the Italian beef.) Their deluxe pastry/breakfast platter was pretty to the eye - and tasty to eat. Lastly, they bring to-go boxes for the leftovers! (Incredibly thoughtful step.) If you are in charge of coordinating a ton of catering for your company - I recommend reaching out to one of their business development persons (Debbie Teige is super nice) and have a discussion about introducing their fare to you & your associates with a complimentary "tasting." I will ABSOLUTELY be using their services in the future. :)
(5)
Shanti N.

This review is for the catering portion of Buona. Maybe I am off in my assessment, but after going through a second work potluck (twice in as many years) from this place, I feel compelled to share my thoughts. Huge disclaimer: I am not a fan of "beefs", as it were. The rolls I found were very bland, and the salad was an odd mishmash of items. There was also a pasta dish --gnocchi, I believe (ho-hum) and a chicken parmesan on offer. Having shelled out $10 as my contribution to this fare, I can't avoid feeling gypped. The flavor is overall very bland and the quality of the ingredients also seems to be unexceptional. I am hoping this place was at least economical, for the quantity of food that was received.
(2)
Andrew S.

I can't quite give this place five stars because I reserve that rating for seriously special places. However, this is one of the best beef places I have been to around the Chicagoland area. Portcullis is a close second in my opinion.
(4)
Cristina T.

Although I have sometimes experienced service that was unfriendly and/or weird, the food here is amazing. I am a fan of the buffalo chicken salad and order it every single time I come here. I even got my Italian beef loving boyfriend to start ordering it too. Its huge, loaded with deliciousness, spicy and reasonably priced. The parmesan chips are also really good as is the beef(obviously).
(4)
doreen s.

I love me some buona beef (and sausage). The foods always fresh, u can taste the italian spices in the au jus. The homemade parmesan potato chips are the BOMB!!! The foods been good here since i was a kid. I think they are better than portillos. Its a little costly, but its good quality food. Me and my bf love their potato and corn soup too. Very tasty!
(5)
Russ S.

Quality fast food at this original store in the chain. I especially like the Tuscan harvest salad. My son and others love the beef sandwiches. Food is a definite step up from Panera. Parking is sometimes tight.
(4)
John I.

ok i have to say this review should have been the first one I did for yelp. I have been going to this joint or one of them since about when they opened in the 80's at the original location. I have to admit if you would have reviewed it back then it would have been 10 stars but I digress. Over the years... I have become a true lover of Buona... Many would argue that others were better. But being from cicero originally it was like fightin words to me. I savors combo and a half's sweet, no end and dry..... Love it love the flavor and the sweet peppers! ACK! wait they change the peppers, their new "chef" as I was told... decided to change the PEPPERS! Sacriligious I SAY!.. One night I bought a bag to go three sandwiches with sweet( or I thought were sweet) on two. and I have this aroma I am not familiar with..... Needless to say..... I have stopped going there. There beef is delicous. the peppers in my eyes were ruined. My opinion I know. But HEY it is my review. I actually wrote to them and they said they would consider it in the future to bring them back. well I have to admit....I now buy from their competitor. would rather not. but i get the peppers I want and love. Sorry Guys I love you all but i need the right peppers If you are looking for traditional styled peppers this isnt the place.
(4)

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Address : 6745 Roosevelt Rd
Berwyn, IL, 60402
Phone (708) 749-2555
Website https://www.buona.com/
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Opening Hours

Mon :10:30 am - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : Yes

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The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.

Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.

If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.

Burgers

Burger or Hamburger is savored as the most desired fast food meal in the United States. A hamburger is basically a sandwich prepared by stuffing ground meat patty, generally beef, between two slices of a bun cut in half. Hamburger is also famous for its seasoning. Most popular condiments used in hamburgers in the United States are mustard, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Besides ground meat patty, hamburgers are also stuffed with lettuce, onions, tomato slices, pickles, and cheese.

Hamburgers are also categorized into two types in the United States. Fast food hamburger and individual hamburgers served at restaurants are two basic types of burgers served in the United States. The individual hamburgers served at restaurants are prepared using everything including lettuce, onion, tomato, and sliced pickles as well as melted cheese on the patty or crumbled on top. American restaurants also serve veggie burgers for those who don't relish meat. Cheeseburgers are also hot favorite in the United States.

McDonalds is the most popular fast food burger restaurant serving different types of burgers in the United States. On the other hand, there are several restaurants such as Burger King are famous for serving the best hamburgers in the United States. Most burger restaurants in the United States often serve hamburgers with French fries and other condiments. If you have a liking for burgers in the United States, then you won't be disappointed. You can easily find the best burger restaurants in your city on our Restaurants Listings directory. Check the reviews and ratings of the top burger restaurants and savor yourself with the best hamburger in the city.

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Buona Restaurant & Catering

6745 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL, 60402

Buona Restaurant & Catering Menu

Original Italian Sandwiches

Grilled Panini Sandwiches

Fresh Cafe Sandwiches

Hand-Tossed Salads

Naples Style Thin Crust Pizza

Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only

Completo Lite Lunch Special

Burgers and Chicken

Hot Dogs

Bbq

Soups and Chili

Kids' Selections

Sides

Drinks

Desserts

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Original Italian Sandwiches

Grilled Panini Sandwiches

Fresh Cafe Sandwiches

Hand-Tossed Salads

Naples Style Thin Crust Pizza

Completo Any Meal with a Side and Beverage for Only

Completo Lite Lunch Special

Burgers and Chicken

Hot Dogs

Bbq

Soups and Chili

Kids' Selections

Sides

Drinks

Desserts

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