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Buona

3.9 (95 reviews)
Open 10:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated a few days ago

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Outdoor seating
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Spicy VEGAN beef sandwich vegan cheese
J B.

Dinner tonight just across the Indiana state line is a Chicago Italian Beef Sandwich place called Buona with Vegan options Spicy VEGAN beef sandwich vegan cheese Sweet pepper VEGAN beef sandwich vegan cheese Vegan Minestrone I'm not a fan of their soup,but the Seiten based Vegan beef was delicious. Bonus, they're open late. Like the meat versions, they dip the vegans slices in a vegan substitute for the "au juice" and it makes for a deliciously sloppy sandwich. Fortunately, they are generous with napkins as well as the contents of the sandwiches. I'm not sure what kind of peppers they used for the spicy version, but I really liked it. It packs a kick and has an afterglow in my mouth (not heartburn) hours later. Love it!

Dipped beef w/sweet peppers
James G.

Decent beef sandwiches & fries (Excellent fries, actually) - small restaurant, lots of inside seating, small parking lot, drive-thru, and MORE on their menu than just beef...hot dogs, pasta, and pizza too! Service was quick and efficient. I ordered my free BIRTHDAY beef sandwich online, but I added some fries and pasta for later on. It was busy, but super clean restaurant and appeared to be organized. There are no issues for me. Beef sandwiches are served many ways. I got mine dipped with sweet peppers and hot giardiniera on the side. The beef at Buona is seasoned well but a bit more on the peppery side than I like. It has that mini burn as you swallow...not terrible, just heartier and heavier than I like. However, they rival Portillo's for size, price and amount of beef served on the bun!

Beef and sausage
Jayne G.

We enjoyed both the Italian beef and Chicago dogs. This chain is quick, fast and tasty!

Plant-Based Italian Beefless Sandwich
Jason W.

I finally made it in to a local Buona to try their new vegan Plant-Based Italian Beefless Sandwich. It did not disappoint! I also thought the restaurant was super clean and modern. The vegan option is made with Seitan and isn't much different from the real thing. Nice and juicy to soak the bread just right. I had them mix sweet and spicy peppers to top it off. I will definitely be back for more of these! From the Buona website: (NEW) Plant-Based Italian Beefless Sandwich Just like our Buona beef but plant-based! This vegan sandwich is made from Seitan and is exclusive to Buona.

Italian Beef and salad
Yolanda M.

I have always been a Portillo's girl so I was excited to try a new place for Italian Beef. I came with my mom and brother. My brother had been before so he knew what he wanted. My mom and I looked over the menu and made our decisions. We all ordered. I got an Italian Beef and a side salad, mom got a beef and sausage with fries and brother got a beef w/ cheese. When the food was brought to us everyone's food came except my moms. The cashier didnt understand when my brother ordered the Combo (beef & sausage by name) for my mom and thought my brother was making his meal a combo. The mishap was quickly corrected and my mom quickly got her food so she wasnt waiting long The food was good and my only disappointment was that I didnt order a larger sandwich!

Buona Bites
Nizel A.

The pizza here always looks good. Taste wise...it's average. Nothing really stands out other than the crust & sauce which is odd because Buona is known for their meat. The Buona bites are interesting, but have no pizzazz. You don't get a taste of the beef which is what you're looking for. There's a variety of spices that hit your taste buds, but that signature Italian beef flavor is lost amongst it. The breading while a nice golden brown is still more doughy than I'd like on the inside. It does however bring a pleasantly crunchy texture. The included sauce is hearty & has some spice as well although it is very watery. The sauce also doesn't mesh with the dish at all. The Buona bites are better off by themselves Crispy Chicken Sandwich - Oh dear, Buena has entered the chicken sandwich Wars as well. I can't imagine how much blood is going to be spilled since their new standalone chicken was pretty dang good the last time I tried it. The chicken sandwich itself is a crispy thin breading with three pickles on a toasted bun. There is a good helping of what's called Buona sauce spilling all over the sandwich. The first bite is almost heavenly. The freshly fried chicken combined with the Buona sauce (which seems to be a modified thousand Island dressing) is just mouthwateringly delectable. In my opinion it beats every other fast food chicken sandwich on the market currently. The sweetness of the dressing perfectly complements the chicken, creating a savory, sweet dish worthy of envy. Peppermint shake. Brilliant. Almost perfectly made. It includes buts of peppermint. The chicken tenders are crunchy with tons of bread, but are dry & lack flavor. Vegan beef - Terrible. Tastes nothing like beef. It's almost like eating beef shaped pudding. 3.5 out of 5 stars

Succeedin F.

I had a busy day yesterday and I got a perfectly prepared Italian beef and they always prepare it just the way you like it! I love the fact that they have different options to get a refund or the larger size that can be two servings. Their ingredients are fresh and quality ingredients. If you have never had a Rainbow cone, you have not had the best cone!!! See the Rainbow Truck in NW Indiana

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2 years ago

Manager Tammy is a rare gem!!! She made sure our meals and service were top tier. Love Buona!!!!!

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2 years ago

Had the beef sandwich. It was ok for the price was surprised on it being small. Took over 35 minutes to get it. Ordered it on Yelp.

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Great food and service! Their salads are large, with many different ingredients. Pizza is also great!

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Friendly, Fast and wholesome delicious sandwiches. Went there through the drive thru and it was a pleasant change of pace

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The food is good but it's pricey I thought for what you buy and what you get I've only been through the drive thru

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