Italian Beef Sandwich Kit - 8 Pack
Buona Italian Beef ships its famous Italian beef nationwide on Goldbelly! Italian Beef Sandwiches are as synonymous with Chicago as any food can be and for as long as they’ve been a part of the Windy City, the Buona family’s been a part of making them. Buona, The Official Italian Beef of Chicago Sports, starts with lean all-natural choice sirloin which is seasoned with Italian spices, seared at high heat, and then slow-roasted for hours to produce their famous gravy. It is then hand-sliced thinly, layered on Italian bread, and topped with Chicago’s finest extras: peppers, giardiniera, cheese, red sauce or extra gravy — however you like it!
While the first Buona Italian Beef restaurant opened in 1981, the Buona family has been a part of Chicago’s iconic Italian Beef sandwich business since the early 1900’s. Founded by Joe Buonavolanto, Buona is the last remaining 100% family-owned Italian beef restaurant in Chicago. The family’s original Italian beef recipe has not changed for three generations. Buona is the Official Italian Beef of the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox, and Buona’s Italian beef sandwiches are served at Chicago Bears games.
More Details
This package serves 8 people and includes everything you need to make 8 Italian Beef Sandwiches
- 4 lbs. Italian Beef & Gravy
- 8 French Rolls (each 5")
- 1 jar Giardiniera Peppers (16 oz.)
- Storage and heating instructions
Ingredients
Beef & Gravy – Beef Gravy (Beef Drippings, Water, Natural Flavors, Spices), Seasoned Beef (Beef, Water, Salt)
Giardiniera Peppers – Peppers, 100% Vegetable & Olive Oil, Celery, Carrots, Olives, Cauliflower, 1/10 1% sodium benzoate (to preserve flavor), Natural Seasonings & Spices
French Rolls
Instructions / Storage
- Items ship frozen with dry ice, may dissipate during transit.
- Do not remove dry ice with bare hands.
- Upon arrival, place items in the refrigerator or in the freezer.
- Beef & gravy last up to 1 week in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Peppers last up to 3 months in the refrigerator.
- Rolls last up to 3 days in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.
To Serve
Stovetop
- Thaw beef and gravy for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
- Pour thawed beef and gravy into a large saucepan and heat over medium for 5 minutes, or until internal temperature is 165°F (stir occasionally and do not allow beef to come to a boil).
Microwave – From Thawed
- Pour thawed beef and gravy into a microwave-safe container and heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and stir contents.
- Microwave again for 1-2 more minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (reduce heat time for smaller portions).
- Remove from microwave and stir well.
Microwave – From Frozen
- Place frozen contents into a microwaveable container and thaw on defrost cycle for approx. 10 minutes (defrost time may differ depending on microwave).
- Microwave on high for 2 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove from microwave and stir well.
Assembling Your Sandwich
- Place 4-6 forkfuls of beef on a French roll, allowing gravy to soak into bread (for a juicier sandwich, dip both ends of bread or the entire sandwich into the gravy).
- Top with hot giardiniera if desired and enjoy!
Shipping Details
- Buona Beef ships Monday through Thursday of each week
- Orders cannot be shipped to P.O. Boxes
- Orders shipped to Alaska and Hawaii via 2-day will incur an additional $20 charge or $35 for Overnight Shipping. Sorry guys!
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Buona Italian Beef REVIEWS
10 out of 10!!!! Had a party and served this on French rolls with Provolone. Everyone loved it!
Amanda C. - Peyton, CO
10/29/19
It was more than perfect, I followed the step by step instructions and it was great. I have been wanting to have one of those sandwiches since I first saw them on a travel TV show years ago. I think Goldbelly has done a superb job bringing all this together. I was a little surprised at the coleslaw as I am used to the mayonnaise based kind, this reminded me a bit of sauerkraut. But it is all good!
Bonnie D. - Red Bluff, CA
10/22/19
The meat was beautifully seasoned and the giardiniera was insane! I wish the meat came in two small containers instead of one large one - that way I can freeze one and use the other right away.
Denise K. - Sanford, NC
04/01/19
The extraordinary taste of the put-together Italian beef sandwich. Every component was out-of-this-world delicious!
Malia E. - Kailua, HI
12/11/18
The Buona Beef was the same as being in a Buona Beef restaurant and eating it there. I wish we had a choice between Hot and Mild Giardiniera though. The Hot is way too hot for my taste.
Karen S. - Mount Pleasant, TX
09/24/18
We love the beef and gravy. My husband is from Chicago so it was a birthday treat for his birthday. We live in Santa Fe now.
Alison B. - Santa Fe, NM
09/23/18
We moved from the Chicagoland area 21 years ago. No one in our area of Arkansas even knows what Italian beef or a combo is. So we order a couple times a year when the wave hits us. Buona Beef is wonderful. We will order again soon!
Cecilia B. - Russellville, AR
09/20/18
Italian Beef - A taste of home! Great giardiniera too!
Paul S. - Taylorsville, UT
04/18/18
It is the tastiest Italian beef sandwich in the country. The perfectly seasoned beef with the scrumptious gravy and the spicy giardiniera and mini baguettes were out-of-this-world delicious! Don't go through life without having at least one of these magnificent sandwiches!
Susan J. - San Diego, CA
04/06/18
This BIB was AMAZING! Follow the instructions. Maybe extra French Rolls will be needed. A true taste of Chi-Town!
Frank B. - Pelham, NY
04/03/18
Arrived in time. Ice was gone but the food was still frozen. The meal was great. We will be doing this again.
Steve M. - Saint Charles, MO
12/19/19
Great quality. Fast shipping. Well packed!
Kim T. - Middlebury, CT
12/26/19
We received on time delivery of this Xmas gift. Relatives enjoyed the beef sandwiches.
Richard R. - Morristown, NJ
12/26/19
First time ordering from Buona Beef and I am very impressed Happy to see I will be able to not miss my favorite food from my old stopping ground. Thanks for the Great Service.
Ellen L. - Queen Creek, AZ
12/26/19
Very tender sliced beef; perfect seasoning & the garnish of olives & peppers just amazing !
Colleen M. - Council Bluffs, IA
11/28/19
Love the Buona's beef sandwiches and Goldbelly makes it easy to get! thank you :)
Barb T. - Sacramento, CA
11/20/19
Great food, fresh and tasted amazing.
Kylie M. - Charlotte, NC
02/09/20
Website easy to navigate and the food is well packaged when it arrives.
Linda M. - Kansas City, MO
04/05/21
The shipment came on time and the Italian Beef was delicious!
Darleen M. - Summerville, SC
03/20/21
BOTH TIMES IT WAS ALL PERFECT WILL ORDER AGAIN
Penny C. - Port St Lucie, FL
03/12/21
Delivered right on time.
My husband enjoyed his Chicago Beef sands for his birthday!
Cynthia S. - Philadelphia, PA
03/06/21
Ease of ordering. Pleasant staff that helped me with placing the order.
Delivery within time frame when I wanted this delivery.
I have for past few years been ordering beef for my son's birthday that lives in California. This year I also ordered the meatball package. He was thrilled!
Jeff B. - Fairfield, CA
02/18/21
I put the wrong ship to address on my order and they worked to get it changed. It was for my sister's birthday, so I appreciated it. My sister was very pleased with her present.
Lenal B. - Bridgeview, IL
02/12/21
I ordered the Bueno Italian Beef as a gift for someone and they absolutely raved about it.
Mike C. - Norfolk, VA
02/11/21
Easy to order. Received on time. Had no idea what site was and was surprised how much was available.
Dorice E. - Chandler, AZ
02/10/21
The order was packed well and instructions were excellent. The food was as good as I remembered it in-store and I am thrilled that I can get it without having to wait until I get to Chicago! This service is such a great idea - I shared it with the foodies in my orbit as soon as I discovered it. Thank you!!
Donna M. - Columbus, OH
01/17/21
Great as always I've ordered a few times before and I have Never been let down!! Great Food and Fast service it was a Day Early during this Covid Crap that is Really unheard off!!
Buck W. - Saint Helen, MI
01/08/21
Perfect, both orders on time and still frozen. Praise from both of my guys
Jason A. - Prairieville, LA
05/23/21
Taste great! Packaged well! Delivery on time!
Jesus M. - Elgin, IL
04/17/21
Ease of ordering
Product arrived still frozen ; packaging excellent
Jacqueline L. - Gilbert, AZ
04/11/21
All items arrived frozen and on time. Easy prep and everyone enjoyed this missed taste of Chicago.
Sara W. - Fairfield, CA
02/25/21
My friend in California that I sent the Buona beef package too was not home when the package was delivered but by the time she came home everything was frozen and was packaged very well! She was sooo excited with the Rainbow ice cream! You guys did a great job, thanks so much!
Deannah M. - Newport Coast, CA
07/25/21
Italian beef came frozen and took me back to my favorite lunch meal in Chicago.
Scott A. - Citrus Heights, CA
07/05/21
The ordering and the delivery process was seamless. The food arrived frozen and on time. And it is delicious! Just like I remembered.
Kelan K. - Castro Valley, CA
06/12/21
Buona Italian Beef was delivered on the day promised and the dry ice was still solid.
Shawn C. - Las Vegas, NV
05/29/21
Food was excellent. Delivery was a day late due to accident in Indianapolis but that is excusable.
Bruce P. - Parkland, FL
04/18/21
Love the Italian Beef from Chicago - lived there at one time.
john t. - Vero Beach, FL
07/25/21
Food came frozen solid as a rock. I was extremely pleased with the flavor and quality of Buona. It was a hit for this football fan and my family. I'd get it again for sure. Love the options and experiences Goldbelly! Your service is top-notch.
Nicholas Z. - Silver City, IA
09/27/21
Good deal - The beef was still frozen. Tasted great and the best <3
Joe P. - Glendale, AZ
08/30/21
Time frame on delivery worked out, it was a gift, the recipient was happy so I was happy
Irvin M. - Port Orange, FL
01/16/22
We got our order in time for Christmas Eve. Was supposed to arrive on 12/22 but FedEx sent it to the North instead of South. I notified Goldbelly & they jumped on it & got it taken care of immediately. Arrived on 12/22 in perfect condition!!!
Sally S. - Saint Charles, MO
12/27/21
Food was accurately described, packaged very well and a great value
Brian B. - New Richmond, OH
11/11/21
Great communication. Great packing. Great food.
Tomi P. - Las Vegas, NV
10/24/21
Delivery was right on time, instructions were there and the food was very very good.
Mr. G. - Lakewood Ranch, FL
09/20/21
The sandwiches were reportedly delicious, the delivery on time and the prep not that time-consuming.
leslie m. - Michigan City, IN
12/27/21
Fast delivery time, and really good food.
Sharon K. - Albany, OR
01/10/22
Buona beef was great!
oliver c. - Ozark, AL
01/19/22
Despite delay during transit the food was packed so well it was still frozen
Jessie B. - Brentwood, TN
12/23/21
LOTS OF FOOD AND IT WAS WONDERFUL, I miss Buona Beef!
Jennifer B. - Phoenix, AZ
11/22/21
Easy to order and product was delivered on time and cold.
Andrew K. - Homewood, IL
12/19/21
Everything. Product quality and customer service.
Blanca B. - McAllen, TX
11/22/21