Buona has served Italian food and other fast food favorites in Darien from Cass Avenue since May 2007, and Italian beef is still the reason to stop in. Families from Willowbrook, Westmont and Downers Grove come for hot dogs, burgers and fresh rigatoni too, then finish with a Rainbow Cone from the shop inside. Dine in, order online for pickup or use the drive-thru. Feeding a group? Our Darien Catering team can help.
Buona is family-owned, and the Italian beef is still made the way it was when the first restaurant opened in Berwyn in 1981. Slow roasting cooks off 40 to 50 percent of the beef’s original weight, and the drippings from that roast become the all-natural gravy. It takes more effort than the shortcuts some brands use, and the family has never been tempted to change it.
Nearby Buona restaurants include Naperville, Countryside and Hillside. See all Buona locations to find the address nearest you.
“Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament returns, and Buona Beef is ready for their title defense.”
Our original sandwich: sirloin slow roasted until its drippings turn into the all-natural gravy it is served in. Ask for easy gravy, dipped or baptized.
Italian beef and a charbroiled Italian sausage together on one sandwich, finished with hot giardiniera or sweet peppers.
Crinkle-cut fries served with a cup of cheese for dipping. A good side for a sandwich, a hot dog or the whole table.
An all-beef hot dog on a steamed poppyseed bun with mustard and the classic toppings. A Chicago staple, made the traditional way.
Fresh rigatoni, never dried, cooked al dente in marinara and topped with fresh basil. A warm bowl for the days you want pasta.
All-white-meat chicken, lightly breaded and freshly fried, over a salad made to order. A good pick when you want greens instead of a bun.
Our Darien restaurant is at 7417 S Cass Ave, just off 75th Street and a short drive from Interstate 55. That puts it within easy reach of Darien, Willowbrook, Westmont, Downers Grove, Woodridge and Clarendon Hills.
Picking up on the way home? Start a pickup order online, then collect it at the counter or through the drive-thru. Prefer to stay a while? There is dine-in seating, and outdoor seating too.
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve draws hikers, cyclists and runners from across DuPage County, and it is a short drive from our front door. Stop in before a long day on the trails or after one.
Students and staff from Hinsdale South High School and the Cass School District 63 schools are our neighbors as well, so game nights, practices and school events often end with a stop here.
The Darien restaurant reopened in July 2021, after several months of renovations, as the first Buona to share its space with Rainbow Cone. Order a sandwich or a hot dog, then walk to the counter for dessert.
Beyond the beef you will find burgers, chicken sandwiches, meatball and Italian sausage sandwiches, tavern-style pizza and salads made to order. Plant-based? The Vegan Italian Beef comes as a sandwich or a bowl. See the full menu, or visit Darien Catering for office lunches and parties.
What is the address of Buona in Darien?
Buona is at 7417 S. Cass Avenue, Darien, IL 60561, just off 75th Street and a short drive from I-55.
Does the Darien Buona have a Rainbow Cone shop?
Yes. A Rainbow Cone shop is inside the restaurant, so you can order dessert along with your meal. The Rainbow Cone Darien page has its menu.
Is there a drive-thru at Buona on Cass Avenue?
Yes. The Darien drive-thru works for quick orders and for picking up an order you placed online. Dine-in and carryout are available too.
When does Buona in Darien close?
Sunday through Wednesday, the restaurant serves until 11:00 PM. Thursday, Friday and Saturday it stays open until 12:00 AM. Doors open at 10:30 AM every day.
When did Buona open in Darien?
Buona opened on Cass Avenue in May 2007. After several months of renovations, the restaurant reopened in July 2021 with a Rainbow Cone shop inside.
Is Buona close to Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve?
Yes. Waterfall Glen is a short drive away, so Buona makes an easy stop before or after a day of hiking, cycling or running on the trails.
What makes the Italian beef at Buona different?
The beef is slow roasted until it loses 40 to 50 percent of its original weight, and its drippings become the all-natural gravy. No bouillon, lard or preservatives are added.
Can I order from Buona in Darien online?
Yes. Order online for pickup and choose your time, or check the same page for delivery, which is offered where available and depends on your address.
Which communities near Darien does this Buona serve?
Guests visit from Darien, Willowbrook, Westmont, Downers Grove, Woodridge and Clarendon Hills.
What should I order at Buona in Darien?
Start with the Italian beef or the Italian beef and sausage combo. Cheese fries, a Chicago-style hot dog, rigatoni marinara and the spicy chicken ranch salad are popular too. Browse the full menu.
Does Buona in Darien have vegan or gluten-free options?
Yes. The Vegan Italian Beef comes as a sandwich or a bowl, and a gluten-free cauliflower crust pizza is available to build your own way. Our nutrition and allergens page lists ingredient details.
Does Buona in Darien have a kids menu?
Yes. Kids meals include a Kids Hot Dog Meal, a Kids Cheese Pizza Meal, Kids Grilled Chicken Strips and Kids 3 Piece Chicken Tenders.
Is there parking and outdoor seating at Buona in Darien?
Yes. The Darien restaurant has parking, including wheelchair-accessible parking, plus outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi. The entrance and restrooms are wheelchair accessible too.
Which other Buona restaurants are near Darien?
The closest are in Naperville, Countryside and Hillside.
Can Buona in Darien cater my event?
Yes. Darien Catering offers boxed lunches, buffets and trays for office lunches, family gatherings, school functions and community events.
