Celebrated my aunt's wedding with family and friends at this beautiful restaurant, and it was such a memorable night. The venue felt both spacious and intimate, creating the perfect atmosphere for the occasion. The live band was absolutely phenomenal they kept the energy high all night, had everyone dancing, and truly made the celebration unforgettable. We spent the evening enjoying great conversations over drinks and an amazing dinner. I had the salmon with white rice along with a couple of "porn star" drinks Everything was delicious! The place was spotless, and the staff worked incredibly hard to provide top-notch service throughout the night. Overall, such a wonderful experience celebrating a special moment with loved ones. Again thank you to the hard working staff. read more

Aura Cocina - Prefix menu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We made a reservation for four on Friday at 7:30 pm and arrived a few minutes early. The restaurant itself was nice, but it was very empty. One of the main reasons we chose this place was for the live salsa band, but unfortunately they did not show up. The waitress told us they were stuck in New Jersey, which was disappointing since I wanted my brother and his wife to enjoy the music. Another big issue for me was the appetizer menu. Almost everything was seafood. I am allergic to shellfish, so my options were extremely limited--only one or two items I could eat. I really think they should consider adding more non-seafood appetizer options. Lastly, the location is not great; the area feels very deserted. Overall, because of the missing entertainment, limited menu options, and location, I would not return. I do hope they consider making changes to the appetizer menu in the future. read more

We went to Aura Cocina in Williamsburg to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday on a Saturday night. The vibe was fun and lively, with a live band playing latin beats that definitely set the energy, though it was too loud to chat comfortably at our table. We sat away from the band and it was still pretty loud. The menu is cuban asian fusion. The food overall was good. I really enjoyed the shrimp ceviche, octopus, and cilantro mash. Skip the kani crab empanadas, they were a bit mushy. Cocktails were well made, balanced, and fun. Service started off friendly and attentive but slowed down as the night went on. At one point, a staff member cleared plates before we were done, though we just meant for them to take the empty ones. The space is lively without being pretentious, prices feel fair, and a reservation is definitely recommended. There was also a photographer on site taking photos that you could purchase, which was a fun touch for a celebration night. read more

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Came here for Valentine's Day and what an incredible experience! From the venue, the performance, the delicious food and large portions, to the EXCEPTIONAL cocktails I cannot rave about this place enough! The staff really seemed to enjoy working there and knowledgeable about the dishes. They had amazing recommendations that fit our taste. You have an elevated dining atmosphere that's chic and staff that makes you feel the genuine warmth of hospitality! read more

Celebrated two friends birthday at Aura Cocina. The place looks like an abandoned warehouse from the outside but the restaurant is actually beautiful. There's a stage for live music and it creates a vibe to dance. The service was excellent, everyone was very attentive. Unfortunately, the food was very mediocre. I don't really enjoy Latin Asian fusion places because they never get the sushi right. The lo mein tasted like old oil, I literally had one bite. The salmon was actually not bad because it was a generous piece covered in teriyaki sauce. The margaritas were excellent! I would return to have drinks and listen to the live bands! read more

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Came here for Valentine's day and had an amazing time. They had a pre fixed menu. We started with the shrimp dumplings which were very tasty. For the entree I had the skirt steak which was a really nice size and was cooked perfectly. Drinks were a bit on the pricey side but I guess this is New York for you. What I really loved was the live salsa band. They were really amazing and really made the night unforgettable. read more

I had not been here in a few years and I had totally forgot about here. Glad they survived the pandemic. The food here is well presented and good! The drinks also are varied, creative and tasty as well. Our 2 servers were so friendly and very attentive and we had such a good time with the music in the background and the settings. I believe they both had "jose" in their names. I drank a bit there so I hope I did jot forget, but I definitely will not forget their friendliness and welcoming nature. Need to return during the summer to go to the "rooftop" next to restaurant!!! read more

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Plasent ambiance and the food is delicious, drinks on point. It's a hidden gem. Staff very attentive. read more

The place is absolutely beautiful--it's like stepping into a stunning island paradise with those beachy blue hues, lush plants, and such a vibrant atmosphere. The live salsa music on Saturday really elevates the experience and kept us engaged. That said, the service timing was a big disappointment. It took about 30 minutes just to get someone to our table for water, another 30 minutes for drinks, and around 40 minutes for the food to arrive. We were patient because everything else was so enjoyable, but the long waits between each step made the meal feel drawn out. If it weren't for the music and the friendly staff attitude, we might have left earlier. The food itself was delicious and absolutely worth the price--flavorful, creative Cuban-Asian fusion that hit all the right spots. The server were very friendly . Overall, it's a great spot with huge potential. Service just needs more attention to keep up with the ambiance and food quality. I'll definitely give it another try on a less busy night--hoping for smoother pacing next time! I'll give it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars read more

Went to Aura for my sister in law birthday bunch.. what a dope place.. The atmosphere and decor in Aura was great and inviting. A lil sad the location seems secluded in Brooklyn, where people may miss it. Place space is nicely set up, eating areas and chill spot to watch the huge tv or smoke hookah with your group.. They were playing and had a DJ, I hate when that doesn't the music at a restaurant is super loud, but this place music level was good. Loud enough to hear , but not loud where you can't have a conversation with your people. The waiter was great and on top of his service.. As for the food, it was great. We ordered all four appetizer for the bunch section. Bunch mains were on point. Drinks were pretty and tasty. We spent around 400 for 6, so price so also great. Price also included several drinks.. read more

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I came here for a friend's birthday dinner and was honestly very disappointed. The restaurant decor is aesthetically very pretty and the live musical is a great touch. However, when it comes down to the service, food quality and price, I will not be returning. Our server needed to be called over to take our food orders, our drink orders and we had to keep looking for her to order more drinks. She was not attentive of our table at all despite being a table of 9. The fire alarm went off while we waited for our food. It went off for several minutes which was extremely annoying and at no point did anyone from the staff apologize to the tables or offer any type of item to make up for the annoyance. As appetizers we ordered their calamari and guacamole. They both had good flavor but the portion size was extremely small. As my entree I ordered their Del Mar sushi was was shrimp tempura with slices of sweet plantain on top for $16. When I first got my order, I noticed the plantain on top was raw so I had to return it. Once I received it again, I tried the sushi and the plantain was not sweet and it was cold. The sushi rice was a bit hard as if it was also raw and the rolls were smothered in spicy Mayo which was all I tasted every time I took a bite. The drinks weren't bad, I got the lychee martini which was actually quite good but the experience overall was not good. When we got the bill, there was a 20% gratuity already included plus 4% credit card processing fee. It hurt to pay so much tip for service that wasn't good and not worth the 20%. Would only recommend if you want to stop in for an expensive drink and listen to their fabulous live music. read more

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Food was mid at best. Live music was so loud we had to scream to hear each other at prime dinner hour. Restaurant was capturing social media content next to us with bright LED lights that they kept flashing at us. Took our menus before we ordered just to return them to the host stand, not to give to anyone. Would never ever ever recommend this place. read more

The live music and the open space really make the ambiance stand out. The band that performed was very nice and even entertained some children and allowed them to play some instruments which was very adorable. I liked the many seating options, especially the couches where we sat in the back. However, the food did not match the amazing vibes. We ordered the candied clothesline bacon, togarashi tuna roll, jumbo lump crab guacamole, and a salad. The roll tasted a little off, I think it was the quality of the fish or the rice, I couldn't really tell. I normally love bacon, but it was a little too greasy and I had to wrap it in the lettuce from the salad to finish it. My favorite was the guacamole. I also want to point out that there were flies and gnats that kept flying around our food. I really dislike bugs, so it wasn't a fun experience having to constantly swat them away. I think this was more due to the weather than sanitary reasons. Overall, I'd give it a 3.5. I would come back just for the live band and open space. read more

Aura Cocina - Candied Clothesline Bacon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The entrance of this fantastic restaurant is not easy to find, but once you get in there, oh boy! Really fantastic atmosphere, the food was outrageous, the drinks were great, and the service was excellent. I had the oxtail stew as my main dish, which was incredible. All the appetizers were great. Would definitely come back. read more

"We celebrated Mother's Day and my grandmother's birthday at Aura Cocina--such a lovely spot with great service! The dinner menu is limited but delicious, the cocktails were amazing, and the live band was absolutely fantastic. The singer puts on an incredible show! Aura Cocina's Cuban-Asian fusion is 100% recommended!" read more

What a place... a blend of Cuban Asian restaurant with live music. It's quite confusing to find the spot pero it's so with it!! Happy hour till 8 pm, drinks were 9$ and delish. Jose was our server, he was attentive and very helpful with making decisions regarding meals. We will be coming down again.. read more

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I have to say that this restaurant really gave Cartagena vibes. The live music, the location. All of it was just on point. The food was excellent as well. The octopus the sushi were really tasty. It's a great place to grab drinks and just look through the appetizer menu and explore. The service was also really great. read more

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The place is absolutely beautiful inside although it was kind of difficult to find. The food was sooo good. And the servers were super nice. They made my food and drink we love ! read more

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The WORST brunch I've ever been to. Entrance is hidden on the side of a building, hard to find. Promoted as a party brunch from 12-6, the DJ & hookah don't start till 2. DJ was obscenely loud, waitress had to ask them to lower the volume so she can take orders. At 4:00 they had a band arriving and a $25 cover. Our reservation was at 2pm, they wanted us to pay to stay inside the venue! I've never heard or experienced this before, the promoter was obnoxious & unprofessional. The drinks were just ok, not worth $18 Bottomless brunch consist of only mimosas served in a plastic cup. Food options were limited, no substitutions, we were unable to order sunny side up eggs because the kitchen was busy - they only had scramble. $35 for hookah, $20 for refill read more

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We found this Brooklyn Gem on Instagram and I immediately knew I wanted to celebrate my birthday here. We were greeted by very pleasant and welcoming hostesses, and each waiter that came to our table was attentive and insightful when we asked for recommendations. The Guava Island was the hit drink of the night. The guava and Cognac were a smooth blend. The 2nd favorite was the El Coco, which is a Coquito that they set on fire for you. It was strong but very tasty. The oxtail dumplings could have been seasoned better and the sauce it came with was very salty. The Caja China pork belly with ginger Plum sauce was scrumptious! The perfect crisp on the skin with the tenderness of the meat came together amazingly with the sauce. The live music and band at 7:30 was a hit. Such a perfect mood-setter for the evening. They even gave me a shout-out for my birthday. The waiters brought my cake out with sparklers and a big sign wishing me happy birthday. For a party of 13, I couldn't have asked for a better evening. They went above and beyond for me and my party. read more

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Tucked away in Williamsburg this place is cute with good food and good drinks. We had the miso salmon with some appetizers. The staff is friendly and thoughtful. Late night turns into a space where you can enjoy good live music and dance. Come with friends on a date not recommended with kids though. Had a good time. Be warned it's pricey. read more

Aura Cocina - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Great food, weird dreary location . The brunch here is really good and the service and staff are great as well. The food comes out warm and not piping hot and the drinks aren't strong. The biggest concern I have for this place is the location. It's in a desolate part of Bushwick/ Williamsburg. The entrance was very tricky to find and there is a draft in the restaurant since it's a large warehouse space made into a restaurant. read more

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My Friends and I had such a wonderful experience at Aura Cocina! The drinks made by Jose were absolutely amazing! I arrived with a party of 7 and we had sangria, lychee martini, passion fruit mojito and porn star. All tasted delicious and they are not cheap with the liquor. The ambiance is romantic , upscale and very chill. The decor was Beautiful and the live band is such a treat. The food was also very good! For Appetizers: Calamari (they were ok, not crispy) spicy crab guacamole (amazing but spicier than expected for my tastebuds), oxtail dumplings (very good) For Entrees: sushi (delicious) , salmon and white rice (delicious), Ropa vieja with noodles (amazing), Churrasco with veggies (delicious), pork chop with mashed potatoes (lacked flavor). I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend! Great for a date night or ladies night out read more

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GREAT FOOD AND DRINKS, LIVE BAND WAS ALSO OUTSTANDING. Just left wondering why were we charged tax on the gratuity of 20%. I'm pretty sure that's not legal. read more

Great drinks and the service was exceptional! Nice ambiance to hear the live salsa band and enjoy a cocktail! The waiter Estefania was very polite and provided very good service! read more

Food was tasty, I enjoyed my salmon. Music was entertaining-loved the live band there was 11 of us at this b'day celebration. The staff was slow with the orders, but once it became later during our meals I felt rushed to bring out the cake and to get us out (not a great feeling). Would I go back yes. read more

Aura Cocina - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I swear I think Yelp be asking me to do two reviews... I know I've done this review already but here we go again I had an amazing birthday weekend. This was the second restaurant we went to and everything was really really good. I love the entertainment that people were amazing. I did so much dancing that the next day I had to take some naproxen, but it was worth it. read more

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The decor and ambience was amazing. The staff was the best. Jose M and Jose L were a total vibe. The night was amazing thanks to them. We had various dishes and every single one of them was delicious in its own unique way. We couldn't pick a favorite ahhhh. Drinks were also delicious. Definitely recommend this place you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great music, drinks, and service. Fun salsa night that seems to not be fully discovered yet. Can't wait to come back!

I went here for brunch today. The restaurant is big. The food was delicious. I just wish the portions were a bit bigger or came with sides for the price point. I had the Nutella tres leche French toast it was soooo good. I also order the white sangria. The sangria was very good. I only wish it had a little less ice. My love had the ropa vieja short rib eggs Benedict. It was very good as well. He also had the white sangria. We also ordered a side of potatoes. The service was kind and efficient. The space if great to gather with friends and family. I will be returning for happy hour. These are just suggestions to make for a better customer experience. My only disappointment was that the portions should be a little larger, or offer a free side for the already higher price point. My other disappointment was the 4% card charge. Restaurants should no longer pass on the responsibility to the already paying customer. The additional surcharges are money that could go to the waitstaff, as a tip from the customer. Instead, we end up decreasing our tip in order to meet the high surcharges. Also the Hookah should be restricted to one side of the restaurant as a smoking section for those of us that do not care to partake. Overall, great place, delicious food, nice vibe. Good music. Will be back soon with friends. read more

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My bestie took me here for my birthday dinner, and we loved it! The ambiance was lovely, beautiful decor and lighting. The layout of the restaurant is very appealing as well. The service was fantastic! Our waitress was very pleasant, kind and attentive. The food was delicious, everything was 10/10. The drink menu has great selections, and overall the menu offers plenty of options for everyone. read more

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Aura Cocina is sort of hard to find (you enter through an alley). I came with a friend for drinks/dinner on a weeknight and the place was almost empty, so it was sort of an awkward vibe but we had a good time. I tried: + Pina colada + Corn empanada + Pork bao buns + Ropa vieja and chimichurri fried rice + Udon and trumpets + Amor prohibido cocktail Everything was pretty solid, though the udon was a little greasy. In the future I would just come for cocktails, which were better than the food. read more

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It's been a while since I've been to a restaurant and everything we got was excellent. I really do mean that. Must get appetizer: crispy coconut calamari & porkbelly buns, though the oxtail dumplings was good too!! The seafood coconut was soo flavorful and whatever you get. Just our it with the chimichurri rice. It was so fragrant, fluffy and fantastic. The oxtail stew fell off the bone and melts the second it touches your mouth. The ambiance is beautiful & service was impeccable. They treated us like kings and queens. I get iffy with fusion restaurants because many are a flop, but they did the meaning of FUSION between 2 ethnic foods right. WILL BE COMING BACK. read more

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If you're looking for a new go-to spot, look no further! Although the Aura Cocina is hidden, it makes this place even more unique (hidden gem wink wink) Aura Cocina is my NEW obsession. From the moment I walked in, I knew this place was special. The atmosphere was inviting, staff is friendly and the food is to DIE for. Big portions and amazing prices! My taste buds were doing the happy dance with every bite--and don't get me started on the cocktails (so GOOD!) Aura Cocina has stolen my heart read more

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They have well made drinks, so if you only want that definitely come here! We came on a Thursday night. The staff was great but the food was absolutely SALTY and the salmon was not cooked inside. The only good thing We had to eat was the Sushi. The noodles were soaked in soy sauce. My friend struggled to the bottom of his because he was hungry. And my other friend just tried to eat the meat and noodles from the top. read more

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Went here for a friends birthday tonight and the vibe was amazing. They had a live band play Spanish music and it was such a fun time. The food was absolutely delicious. Every dish tasted so good. read more

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A little out of the way and difficult to find, but once you enter the restaurant, the vibes are worth it. My friend had her birthday party here on a Saturday night and it was packed! It was really loud and there were quite a few birthday parties happening at the same time as ours and the live band was loud (but still good). Service was a bit slow, but understandable since there were many people there. It took me a while to flag down waiters when I needed new utensils, more water, and a to go box. Other than that, the food here was quite interesting and portion sizes were large. read more

Aura Cocina - Carnitas noodles - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Wow great place and fantastic food!! Everything from the octopus appetizer, drink main course and dessert are excellent... Just becareful by the end since the Gratuity is already charged with 20% and the suggest another tipp on the bill ... also be specific with tap water vs still water it will end up to be charged!! Other than that highly recommended and we will be back read more

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I went here for my birthday and was excited to go to such a cute looking spot in my neighborhood instead of veering out to the city. The service was terrible. We made a reservation via an app and was told that there's a two hour limit. There were some large parties and a few smaller tables of 2-4 people, however still many available tables that never filled during our time there. The waitress we got was so impatient and kept asking us if we knew what we wanted, when we'd tell her what we wants she would say is that all and ask for the menus. We asked to keep them because we wanted more cocktails and dessert after dinner and she sighed. They took took forever to come out and the food was very mediocre, the cocktails tasted like robitussin. The spin on ropa vieja was pretty good, at least far as the meat goes, but the noodles were way over cooked. The sushi was the best thing they made. The staff really couldn't get it together and told us that our time was up and we had to leave but could continue to drink in the lounge area. Mind you the parties that were there prior to us were still there and there were still so many tables open. The manager came over and told us we didn't have to leave after we relocated to the lounge area but I was already over this place and we left shortly after, but I did explain the chaos and my unhappiness to her, we were both very cordial and she apologized and offered the table to us again. We ended up leaving, because it literally killed our vibe. So on another note, the live music was cool but after every song, they would raise their bucket and ask the audience for tips. I felt like I was riding the subway. This place has potential, but they need way better management, otherwise I don't see them lasting very long. Annnnnd the bill was slightly over $500 for food for 4 people and two rounds of drinks, no dessert, no tip included. I really should have heeded the warnings but sometimes people exaggerate in reviews, this was NOT one of those times. read more

Aura Cocina - Asian Fusion Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Aura Covina is a great spot for a last minute large group dinner. They have a great cocktail list with picture worthy drinks and a great menu. I absolutely recommend the Caja China pork. It's really really good. We order The octopus and decided it could be a little crispier. Our table ordered the pork fried rice and loved it. Overall the menu has quite a few solid options. The restaurant is in fairly large space with ball lights hanging from the ceiling and a "live your best life" neon sign holding down the band stage. Usually upbeat Latin music is played and sometimes a live band graces the small stage at the front of the restaurant. Phenomenal group vibes. This is a go to pot when we have a large party. read more

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