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Buona Terra, Chicago, IL

Buona Terra

4.8
4.8
294 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
As one of the most beloved (and highest-rated) Italian restaurants in Chicago for over 22 years, the historic Buona Terra continues to serve scratch made pastas, brick oven pizza, fresh fish and seafood options as well as chops and steaks. The wine selection is meticulously chosen (and inspired by our yearly trips to Italy for the Vin Italy fair) to pair with our different plates made with the freshest ingredients.
Chef Chepe sources fresh items from the market daily. He butchers our fish and meats daily, makes all of our sauces and soups in house and most of our deserts. You might note that you see familiar faces as our servers have been with us since we opened our doors.
Whether you've been here a hundred times or tonight is the first visit, we think that you'll "Come for the food, leave as a friend".

Closed Super Bowl Sunday, February 9th.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 289-3800
  • Website
    http://www.buona-terra.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jose "Chepe" Garcia
  • Catering
    We can make larger orders to go. Call and ask for our Chef, Chepe. He can tailor any menu to your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Location
    3608 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
  • Neighbourhood
    Irving Park
  • Cross Street
    Central Park
  • Parking details
    There is street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Blue Line Addison and Irving Park Stop,Irving Park Road Bus
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 294 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Italian

  • Chicago

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Chicago

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Terra is a beloved neighborhood gem, praised for its "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the "delicious" Italian dishes, including the phenomenal Cacio e Pepe and delectable desserts. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff create a cozy dining experience. A must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers!

294 Reviews

  1. Ann

    VIP

    Chicago

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very busy night, and a little backed up but the guys pulled it off with grace and delicious food! We Always enjoy our time here! Great drinks, friendly staff and wonderful food! Pizzas and pastas are outstanding!

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  2. Noah

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! Cool vibe and atmosphere.

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  3. Renee

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Really good menu and food. Really friendly service and welcoming owner. Great addition to the neighborhood. We will return for sure.

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  4. Ismael

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Service is great, The food was good. The ambiance was way better at their first location. Needs the table linen cloth to give it a cozy feel like the other restaurant. The bread is now brought out wrapped in foil compared to the original cloth napkin.

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  5. Jacqueline

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owners and staff are very welcoming and handled the Valentine rush well! The food was incredible as always. Pecan tart is a forever favorite.

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  6. Dakota

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience! Service was excellent- we did restaurant week for dinner and it was a great value. Cacio e Pepe was delicious!

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  7. Melissa

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hadn't been here since it was named Hearth & Crust due to a hectic schedule. Decided to finally make time during Restaurant Week. The restaurant was full on a Saturday night, but everything was on point. The service was great and the food was amazing. Our group enjoyed it very much and can't wait to go back.

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  8. bianca

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great but my steak was over cooked . I still ate it and enjoyed my evening . Amazing deal for restaurant week.

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  9. Marie

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing deal for restaurant week! And the pasta is amazing!

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  10. Sandy

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waiter Excellent food Love the $45.00 restaurant deal

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FAQs

Buona Terra offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 289-3800.

Buona Terra is rated 4.8 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Buona Terra

3608 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Central Park
  • Neighbourhood
    Irving Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Blue Line Addison and Irving Park Stop,Irving Park Road Bus
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose "Chepe" Garcia
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.buona-terra.com/
  • Phone number
    (773) 289-3800
  • Catering
    We can make larger orders to go. Call and ask for our Chef, Chepe. He can tailor any menu to your needs.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
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