The Buona Story
In 1981, Mom and Dad created BUONA with a few Buonavolanto family recipes, including our Italian Beef sandwich recipe. Starting with a simple idea: "good food, made fresh, to taste great.", we still carry on the family tradition with pride and the help of our extended BUONA family.
The recipes we brought from Naples, that were perfected in the old Italian neighborhood of Chicago, are still the heart of our menu. In Italy, the word "buona" means good. Here, BUONA means something even better.
Whether it's our Italian Beef sandwich, Italian Classics, Hand Made Pizzas, or Fresh Selections like salads and panini, there's always something delicious and satisfying to try at BUONA.
But just remember, our food takes a little time to prepare, so take some time to relax, feel comfortable, and enjoy, whether you're dining at our quick-casual restaurants or at your place with BUONA CATERING.
We look forward to serving you again soon.
The Buonavolanto Family Joe, Sr., Carlo, John, Joe, Jr., Jim, Don
BUONA CATERING
For nearly 30 years, we've offered our guests a convenient way to bring the great tastes of BUONA® back to their homes or offices, picnics or meetings.
If you're planning a party at home, we offer you a wide selection of foods, so there's something everybody can enjoy. If you're ordering for your office, we make it easy and worry-free, so you can entertain clients or make colleagues feel special with a choice of hot or cold options. And for everyday dinners or last minute get-togethers, there's nothing easier than letting BUONA do the cooking for you.
BEYOND EVENTS CATERING
For over 25 years Beyond Events is BUONA's full-service Event Division. They focus on full-service high end events with customized menus and detailed event planning services for clients like you, who have a specific need for a larger and more complex special event.
Beyond Events can manage every aspect of your event:
Custom Food Menu's, Linen and China Rentals, Décor, Professional Waitstaff and Music & Lighting at some of the trendiest Venues in the Chicagoland area.
From Carving Stations to Sushi, Mashed Potato Martini's to Grilled On-Site Steaks, Seated Dinners to Comfort Food, let Beyond Events Design Team create a menu as unique as you are.