Budget Dining Guide
Buona Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Buona? This budget guide lists every menu item sorted from lowest to highest price so you can find cheap eats and low-cost meal deals quickly. Prices updated August 2026.
Lowest Price
$0.99
Average Item Price
$5.03
Budget for Two
$10.06
Priced Items Tracked
80
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Buona Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Buona sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reduced-Fat Milk | beverages | — | $0.99 |
| 2 | Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies | desserts | — | $1.25 |
| 3 | Bottled Water | beverages | — | $1.50 |
| 4 | Fresh Brewed Coffee | beverages | — | $1.50 |
| 5 | Fries | sides | — | $1.75 |
| 6 | Parmesan Chips | sides | — | $1.75 |
| 7 | Fresh Brewed Tea | beverages | Classic black unsweetened, red raspberry | $1.95 |
| 8 | Pepsi Fountain Drinks | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 9 | Milkshake Happy Hour | milkshake happy hour | Monday friday 2-4 Pm | $1.99 |
| 10 | Cheese Fries | sides | — | $2.25 |
| 11 | Ghirardelli Fudge Brownie | desserts | — | $2.25 |
| 12 | Lemon Knots | desserts | — | $2.25 |
| 13 | Hand-Filled Cannoli | desserts | — | $2.50 |
| 14 | Cheddar Broccoli | soups | — | $2.75 |
| 15 | Chicken Penne | soups | — | $2.75 |
| 16 | Chili | soups | — | $2.75 |
| 17 | Classic Caesar | hand-tossed salads | Romaine lettuce, Parmesan garlic croutons, Parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing | $2.75 |
| 18 | Cup Of Soup | sides | — | $2.75 |
| 19 | Fruit Salad | sides | — | $2.75 |
| 20 | Jumbo Hot Dog | chicago hot dogs | Chicago-style all-beef jumbo hot dog, served with mustard, relish, onion, peppers, pickle, tomato & celery salt | $2.75 |
| 21 | Minestrone | soups | — | $2.75 |
| 22 | Old Neighborhood House | hand-tossed salads | Mixed greens, Roma tomato, cucumber, pepperoncini and croutons, tossed with Italian vinaigrette dressing | $2.75 |
| 23 | Pasta Salad | sides | — | $2.75 |
| 24 | Side Caesar Salad | sides | — | $2.75 |
| 25 | Side House Salad | sides | — | $2.75 |
| 26 | Chili Dog | chicago hot dogs | Served with cheese and onions | $3.25 |
| 27 | Hand Mixed Shakes | beverages | Vanilla, chococlate, strawberry, ghiradelli brownie. ask about our flavor of the month | $3.25 |
| 28 | Buona Charbroiled Sausage | buona classics | — | $4.25 |
| 29 | Buona Beef 5 Piccolo | buona classics | — | $4.35 |
| 30 | Angus Burger Single 6oz. | grilled favorites | — | $4.50 |
Buona Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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beverages
$1.86
6 items
milkshake happy hour
$1.99
1 items
desserts
$2.06
4 items
sides
$2.44
8 items
chicago hot dogs
$3.00
2 items
soups
$3.50
5 items
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Finding affordable meals at Buona doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality. Our curated low-cost menu guide helps you discover the cheapest food options, budget-friendly combo deals, and best value items available on the current menu.
Prices shown are tracked from official menu sources and updated regularly. Whether you're a student looking for cheap eats, a family dining on a budget, or simply trying to keep meal costs down, sorting by price is the fastest way to find great value at Buona.
Compare Buona prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Buona menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Buona and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.