Buona
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Bring Chicago's Original Italian Beef Home
Join the Buonavolanto family tradition and share award-winning, slow-roasted sandwiches with your community.
Brand overview
Since 1981, Buona has been serving Chicago's Original Italian Beef, built on a hours-long process followed by the founding families behind the city's first beef stands. Now in its third generation, the Buonavolanto family continues to slow-roast perfectly seasoned beef to produce all-natural gravy-laden perfection. This fast-casual concept offers operators a chance to share authentic family recipes and elevate their community's dining scene with incredible food rooted in tradition.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Buona
Anchored by an award-winning Italian Beef and authentic family recipes that have been winning over diners for decades, Buona delivers a proven recipe for success. The brand's commitment to innovation and investment in its people provides operators with a strong foundation for growth. This is a rare, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join the family and expand the brand's footprint across the country.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2026 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$150,000–$300,000
Cash Required
$150,000
Net worth
$750,000
Franchise fee
$40,000
Total units
34
Real estate required
Not Specified
Growth Trends
Ideal candidate
Buona is looking for candidates with restaurant or retail experience who possess sufficient liquid capital and net worth to support the business. Ideal partners share a passion for authentic food and a dedication to upholding the family's tradition of quality.
Take the first step toward owning a Buona franchise and sharing Chicago's better beef with your community. Submit your information today to start the conversation.