At Buona, we believe that the best holiday traditions are built around tables and celebratory spaces. Our dedicated team of catering and event specialists help you plan and organize your catering experience – from corporate events and large gatherings with friends and family to intimate get-togethers, weʼll be with you every step of the way.
Our menu features chef-driven Chicago-Italian dishes – many prepared from our familyʼs recipes that have been passed down from mothers to daughters and fathers to sons.
All packs include fresh Italian bread, hot giardiniera, sweet peppers, tableware & warming kit.
All Christmas Eve order will come cold with reheating instructions. Allow for 1 hour to reheat.
A Holiday Tradition: Buona Beef with Chicago-Italian Bread and Toppings, Rigatoni Marinara, Lemon Chicken, Choice of Salad
Chicago Classics for All: Italian Beef and Italian Sausage with Sweet and Hot Peppers, Chopped Salad and Fresh Chicago-Italian Bread
Lead with Chicagoʼs Beef: Add some fresh Rigatoni Marinara and Choice of Salad; Includes Fresh Chicago-Italian Bread
A DIY Italian Beef Kit
DIY = Heat and serve Chicagoʼs original Italian Beef! Includes beef, toppings and fresh bread for up to 8 sandwiches. Perfect for game days, afterparties, and any gathering during the holidays.
Share Chicago favorites and more with friends, colleagues and family! Our ala carte trays bring flexibility and variety to any catering spread. Whatever you choose, you can count on it being crafted and delivered with care.
Simplify meetings and gatherings with hand-packed lunches! Choose from Chicago classics (including vegan beef!), burgers and a variety of chicken sandwiches. Comes with chips or potato salad and cookies or an apple!
Great for mixing and matching selections. Our trays add flexibility and variety to any holiday catering spread with a little something for everyone.
Round out your feast with chef-created salads made with ultra-fresh ingredients and served with all-natural dressings.
Enjoy classic Chicago cannoli, fresh-baked cookies and brownies, or bring a 100-year-old dash of nostalgia to the table with ice cream cakes & pies (NEW!) from Chicagoʼs Original Rainbow Cone.
Our dedicated team of catering and event specialists is focused on helping you plan and organize your catering experience for any sized gathering. Whether it’s a large corporate event or an intimate get-together. We’ll be with you every step of the way.
Step up your event game with Buona! Whether it's a corporate gathering, vibrant festival, or a family celebration, our Italian beef brings a unique and delicious twist to any occasion. Set your event apart and give your guests an experience they'll rave about.
Add a splash of color and flavor to your event with the Rainbow Cone! Perfect for corporate events, lively festivals, or joyful family celebrations, The Original Rainbow Cone's iconic five-flavor blend offers a delightful ice cream experience that's hard to resist. Stand out from the crowd and leave a lasting impression on your guests with this classic Chicago ice cream delight.
It shows in the quality of the food we serve and the level of service we provide.
The food is always warm and ready to serve...We have received many compliments from our employees (They really rave about the combos!).”
— Natalie B, Leading Financial Institution
Graduation season is an exciting and hectic time. Buona Catering enabled me to enjoy my son’s momentous day with 150 family members and friends! The food was amazing, and the staff set up the entire buffet. I couldn’t be happier!”
— Rebecca W
Buona catered my daughter Pheifer’s first birthday party! We hosted fifty very happy guests – and thanks to their support, the experience was stress-free.”
— Jenna B
All I have to do is email my catering specialist with my request and she takes care of the rest. Delivery is always on time; staff is always pleasant, and the food is always great.”
— Noel K, Wintrust Bank
Buona Catering has always been exceptional! From the first point of contact through the delivery, the entire process is smooth and effortless”
— Melissa C, Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH
We loved sharing an amazing late-night treat with our guests!! It made our wedding even more special”
— MacKinzie S
In 2006, our family created Beyond Catering to provide variety for customers who were asking for something beyond the Buona classics.
Today, Beyond is the team behind some of Chicagoland’s most memorable occasions. Whether it’s a corporate event that impresses clients, a gala that calls for elegance, a wedding day you’ll never forget, a summer picnic for the whole company, or a cocktail reception with passed bites and polished service, Beyond designs every event around you. Same family, same commitment to great food and service, just more ways to celebrate life’s big moments.
