Buona opened on Roosevelt Road in June 2019, and it has been an easy answer to what is for dinner in Glen Ellyn ever since. Eat in, order ahead online or use the drive-thru when you are short on time. The Italian beef is what brings a lot of people through the door, but there is plenty more on the menu, so a group that cannot agree usually finds something that works. Planning a team party or school event? See our Glen Ellyn Catering page.
Buona has been a family business since 1981, when the first restaurant opened in Berwyn. We roast the beef slowly, and it loses 40 to 50 percent of its weight along the way, which is why the gravy tastes like beef and not like a shortcut. There is no bouillon, lard or preservatives in it, because that is how the first beef stands in Chicago made it and how we still do.
Other Buona restaurants nearby include Glendale Heights, Naperville and Itasca. View all Buona locations for addresses and directions.
Beef roasted slowly and sliced thin, served in gravy made from its own drippings. Ask for it dipped or baptized, and pick hot giardiniera or sweet peppers.
An all-beef hot dog on a steamed poppyseed bun with mustard and the classic toppings, made the traditional Chicago way.
Thin breaded chicken cutlets under crisp Caesar salad and shaved parmesan, on toasted, buttered Italian bread.
Italian beef and charbroiled Italian sausage together in a protein bowl, a hearty meal without the bun.
Lightly breaded, freshly fried white-meat chicken over a salad made to order, for days you want greens instead of a bun.
Fresh rigatoni, never dried, cooked al dente in marinara and finished with fresh basil, with meatballs on top.
Downtown Glen Ellyn is the kind of place people walk around on purpose, with locally owned shops, restaurants and seasonal events that keep it busy through the year. Buona is a few minutes away on Roosevelt Road, so it makes an easy stop before you head downtown or on the way home afterward.
If you have spent the afternoon browsing or catching a community event, picking up dinner here means nobody has to cook when you walk in the door.
College of DuPage and the McAninch Arts Center are a short drive from the restaurant. Students, faculty and people heading to a show stop in for a meal before or after, whether it is a quick bite between classes or dinner ahead of a performance.
On busy days, ordering ahead online saves time, and the drive-thru is there when you would rather stay in the car.
Roosevelt Road carries a lot of daily traffic through DuPage County, and Buona is an easy stop on the way home from work or after school activities. Pick up dinner for the family, or send one person in for carryout.
There is something for different tastes at the same table too. Plant-based guests can order the Vegan Italian Beef as a sandwich or a bowl, and a gluten-free cauliflower crust pizza is available. See the full menu. Hosting a team banquet or school event? Glen Ellyn Catering can help.
Where is Buona in Glen Ellyn?
Buona is at 395 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, right on Roosevelt Road.
Is there a drive-thru at the Glen Ellyn Buona?
Yes. You can use the drive-thru for a quick meal or to pick up an order you placed online. Dine-in and carryout are available too.
Can I order ahead at Buona in Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Place your order online for pickup, then collect it inside or at the drive-thru.
Does Buona in Glen Ellyn deliver?
Yes, delivery is available from this location. Enter your address when you order online to see your options.
Is Buona close to downtown Glen Ellyn?
Yes. It is just a few minutes from downtown, an easy stop before or after shopping, dining and community events.
Is Buona near College of DuPage?
Yes. The restaurant is a short drive from College of DuPage and the McAninch Arts Center.
When did Buona open in Glen Ellyn?
Buona opened its Glen Ellyn restaurant on Roosevelt Road in June 2019.
What makes Buona’s Italian beef different?
We roast the beef slowly, and it loses 40 to 50 percent of its weight while it cooks. The gravy comes from the beef’s own drippings, with no bouillon, lard or preservatives added.
What does Buona serve besides Italian beef sandwiches?
The menu also has chicken sandwiches, Italian sausage, Chicago-style hot dogs, burgers, fresh pasta, salads and tavern-style pizza. See everything on the menu.
Does the Glen Ellyn Buona serve pizza?
Yes. Buona serves tavern-style pizza, cut into squares, including a gluten-free cauliflower crust option.
Does Buona in Glen Ellyn have vegan or gluten-free options?
Yes. The Vegan Italian Beef comes as a sandwich or a bowl, and the cauliflower crust pizza is gluten-free. Our nutrition and allergens page lists ingredient details.
Is there a kids menu at Buona in Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Kids meals include a Kids Buona Beef Meal, a Kids Hot Dog Meal, a Kids Cheese Pizza Meal and Kids Grilled Chicken Strips.
Is there parking and outdoor seating at Buona in Glen Ellyn?
Yes. The restaurant has parking, including wheelchair-accessible parking, plus outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi. The entrance and restrooms are wheelchair accessible too.
Can I pay with my phone at Buona in Glen Ellyn?
Yes. The restaurant accepts NFC mobile payments as well as credit cards.
Can Buona in Glen Ellyn cater an office lunch or school event?
Yes. Glen Ellyn Catering offers boxed lunches, buffets and trays for office lunches, graduation parties, sports teams and school events.
