Buona

Veg Options Italian Beef Sandwich, Vegan Cheese

★ 4.4 · $$ · Hours

LunchTakeoutQuick BitesWork/StudyGroups

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan Italian beef sandwich, a standout specialty" "Try the vegan Italian beef sandwich, a standout specialty"
"Add the vegan cheese add-on to your sandwich"
"Eat your sandwich promptly to avoid sogginess"
"Hot giardiniera is a delicious vegan topping"
"Fries cooked in soybean oil are vegan friendly"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  italian beef sandwich, burger, italian beef italian beef sandwich — popular (×8)
burger — popular (×16)
italian beef — fan-favourite
beef — fan-favourite
chicago vegan beef — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, fast service, outdoor seating friendly staff ×2
fast service ×4
outdoor seating
affordable
 

Buona is a casual Illinois-based eatery specializing in Chicago-style Italian-American fast food, with a standout vegan Italian beef sandwich made from locally sourced seitan. The menu has limited vegan options, including a vegan beef bowl and minestrone soup, with fast service and reasonable prices. The venue features outdoor seating and attracts a busy lunchtime crowd, especially appreciated by both vegan and omnivore customers.