Buona

Got around to trying this location this past early June and like any location I've been to, was a pleasant first experience. When I first heard a location was going up in Gurnee, was like "FINALLY!!" Lake County gets one at no more than a 15 minute drive from home. For a while there it was either drive far SW down to Kildeer close to the Cook Co border or far west to Lakemoor. When the Pleasant Prairie location opened I was like that's great but you guys forgot about us. Anyways I really like Buona which is obviously competition to the likes of Portillo's, Al's Beef and Fratello's. Decided to try a burger this time since I never had one from any location and was pretty darn good, similar taste to a Portillo's burger. So far everything I've had from any location whether the beef, Chicago dog, burger, meatball sandwich and fries have all been delicious. I definitely like the Chicago grill + Italian menu combo. I'll be leaving a separate review for The Original Rainbow Cone soon. Awesome grub at fair prices with friendly service in a clean dining space. Glad to see a Chicago-born (technically Berwyn) chain growing and hope to see more locations sprouting up.

Got around to trying this location this past early June and like any location I've been to, was a pleasant first experience. When I first heard a location was going up in Gurnee, was like "FINALLY!!" Lake County gets one at no more than a 15 minute drive from home. For a while there it was either drive far SW down to Kildeer close to the Cook Co border or far west to Lakemoor. When the Pleasant Prairie location opened I was like that's great but you guys forgot about us. Anyways I really like Buona which is obviously competition to the likes of Portillo's, Al's Beef and Fratello's. Decided to try a burger this time since I never had one from any location and was pretty darn good, similar taste to a Portillo's burger. So far everything I've had from any location whether the beef, Chicago dog, burger, meatball sandwich and fries have all been delicious. I definitely like the Chicago grill + Italian menu combo. I'll be leaving a separate review for The Original Rainbow Cone soon. Awesome grub at fair prices with friendly service in a clean dining space. Glad to see a Chicago-born (technically Berwyn) chain growing and hope to see more locations sprouting up.

Drive-thru was packed so decided to venture inside. Kiosks to order or in-person if easier for ya. I had a beef dry w mozzarella, side of gravy. Fries, rootbeer. But then figured id go big back on it and got a cheeseburger and a strawberry shake. The cheeseburger I've never had and needed to see if this was a one hit wonder of places, beefs only propaganda. But no way it was a steak burger with everything on it, and the shake wasnt made with faux berriness. It was real deal and chunky. Highly suggested. I will be coming back, definitely. Thanks and keep up the great work.

Drive-thru was packed so decided to venture inside. Kiosks to order or in-person if easier for ya. I had a beef dry w mozzarella, side of gravy. Fries, rootbeer. But then figured id go big back on it and got a cheeseburger and a strawberry shake. The cheeseburger I've never had and needed to see if this was a one hit wonder of places, beefs only propaganda. But no way it was a steak burger with everything on it, and the shake wasnt made with faux berriness. It was real deal and chunky. Highly suggested. I will be coming back, definitely. Thanks and keep up the great work.

Italian Beef Combo Meal. Added a brownie for dessert. Had my beef extra baptized with mozzarella cheese and my fries extra extra crispy. Everything came out perfect!! Seniors: The young lady took my order realized I am a senior citizen and rang my Combo Meal separately so I was able to get a senior drink at a lower price, making my Combo Meal cheaper. So if the cashier doesn’t let you know then ask.