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Aurora

4.0 (934 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
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Romantic
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Rebecca F.

This place is a gem! Rustic and cozy. Wonderful ambiance and excellent service by Antonio, our server, and CJ, the manager, who welcomed us like family. We truly felt like we were home, which was nice because we were celebrating a pre-wedding family dinner. The food was wonderful and delicious. We started with a few appetizers to share and most of us got pasta entrées but some also ordered the steak, the pork, and risotto with wine overflowing to multiple toasts of course! We finished with an array of desserts that was a perfect finish to a perfect meal.

Foccacia bread
Josephine C.

Came here to have brunch on 1/10 with a party of three people. Upon walking in, I immediately noticed the rustic and spacious design of the restaurant. They have indoor and outdoor patio seatings. They do private events. To start, we ordered phony negroni (their non alcoholic drinks) and grapefruit soda along with focaccia bread. The phony negroni was a bit more on the bitter side. Love the hint of sea salt on the bread! We ordered spaghetti carbonara, pappardelle and Taglierini Cacio e Pepe, and side of fries. I recommend the carbonara and the bread!

Sacheen V.

Second time coming here and so glad i did. Group of 4 for 2 of our birthdays! This place does not disappoint!! Stunning atmosphere, spectacular service and amazing food!! Love this place. Victoria was our server and did an awesome job of taking care of all our needs. My girlfriend ordered the pork chop which came out nice and juicy and crispy. The dish is just a chop but it's HUGE. My niece ordered the crab risotto- so good she really didn't want to share. I wanted the special seared scallops but they had ran out so Victoria recommended the mafaldine chestnut pasta with veal - OMG - so filling and delicious! Brandino so good with a side of smashed potatoes. We all enjoyed everything about all of our dishes. The freshness and the presentation of each one was perfection. Dessert was so so yummy!!! Wish i could remember what we had! But id come back just for the chocolate cure little crispy cake. And what was the icing on the cake - they comped it for the two birthday girls which was much appreciated! Always a good experience here and so glad the menu was different from my first visit. Pleasantly surprised

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Susan M.

For a girls night we decided on Aurora. The ambiance is comfortable. It's earthy and green. Beware of steps lol. Food was delicious. Not pictured is the broccolini and roasted potatoes. Each pasta was savory and delicious. Service was quick and kind. Drinks were refreshing. Both with gin. The drinks in the glass are on the alcohol free menu but they are modifiable. It's like a spritz. Overall food was delicious and it's a cute place.

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Anna K.

Fantastic night for my friend's bday night. We were party of 8. And it was so beautiful table sets. We got a bunch of meals and everything delicious and their cocktails are amazing. The waiter was so lovely and friendly. All the food was great. Would love to try brunch time.

Brenda F.

My friends all voted we have dinner here. The food ,and ambience were perfection. This place honestly took me back to the best summer days I spent in Italy truly. Every dish was truly incredible. Between all the dishes it was so hard to decide which was my favorite. I'm low key obsessed with brick wall interiors too. I truly loved everything about it. Truly a great night to unwind with the best company. I need to give a shout out to the hazelnut gelato so good!!! Will definitely be returning.

Paccheri
Tracy Y.

Came here on a weekend for lunch. The space is quite big so we probably didn't need a reservation, but we booked one just in case. There was an Italian family sitting next to us chatting with the staff in Italian, which gave us the impression this might be a solid spot for Italian food. We ordered the squid ink cavatelli and the paccheri. The cavatelli was tasty, but the paccheri was disappointing--it came sitting in a pool of oil and was really under-seasoned. Just felt like it was missing something. We wanted to ask for some salt, but our server was hard to get hold of. Tried to get her attention a few times but no luck, and it took quite a while before she noticed us. Overall, a bit underwhelming given the vibe and the menu.

Coconut Gelato
Karina R.

Gelato Aurora sits on the corner of Grand Street and Wythe Avenue. You can grab your gelato and enjoy it at one of the outdoor seats. They serve fresh, homemade gelato and sorbet in a variety of flavors. Today, I went with the coconut gelato light, refreshing, and not overly sweet. Next time, I think I'll go with a cup instead. The gelato was dripping down the sides, which made me wonder if it was cold enough. I know the weather's been hot lately, but that definitely stood out to me.

Duck sausage with fig jam
Eunice C.

Aurora feels like you just step into Italy for a moment in time. It's cozy both yet super spacious as it has both indoor and outdoor seating. I love that they can seat large groups. Our table consisted of 6 adults and 4 kids. Service was timely, and food was delicious. Writing only on the dishes I had - the Arancini was a bit on the smaller side but the highlight was the black garlic truffle aioli sauce. The pasta was overall good and the oxtail was super tender. From a separate visit, i ordered their gelato that's located right outside! I would say the quality of the cone can be affected by the humidity in the outdoor air. Overall, it's awesome, with some seating for the patrons.

Bucatini with duck ragu
Grasielle C.

Fourth time here in a span of 4 years and why do I feel it gets better as the years go on? Ambiance is aaaaaalways great and intimate; with friends or as a date night. Service is too good. Tonight we had Suzie and she was just the sweetest and most attentive. And finally: the food. Delicious! Menu has always been different each time I went, so although bittersweet I find comfort knowing I get to try something new on their menu. Presentation and size is modest, which I loooooove because the taste is where I'm wow'ed! Can't wait for the 5th visit (:

Croquettes.
Cindy Z.

I came here with a group of friends for dinner on a Sunday evening. The covered outdoor area is gorgeous and such a vibe with the greenery and glass windows. Even though it was raining, it was so nice out there. Unfortunately, we were seated inside. As for food, our table shared the Croquettes ($18) and Shishito ($12). The croquettes came with 3 oblong pieces, which were easily shareable. These were solid and cheesy, which I enjoyed. On the other hand, the shishito peppers were way too spicy (at least the ones I had were). They were not very enjoyable at all. For my main meal, I had the Squid Ink Risotto ($35), which was on their special menu. The risotto isn't soft and creamy like I was expecting and the flavor was ok. It was a pretty dish, but looked better than it tasted. None of the other dishes stood out either as the Cavatelli ($28) was too chewy and doughy while the Bisteccone Steak ($140) was too fatty, especially at that price even though it included two sides. Honestly, not very impressed with the food here sadly.

Hunter S.

I have read about the wait times/issues getting into Aurora. I went during a late lunch on a Tuesday with no wait and no one inside. I was seated immediately. They were welcoming. For my starter, I had the arancini, which was hot, cheesy, and filling. Honestly, unless you're with someone, I would skip it, as it took up so much real estate before my main. Other starters include: prosciutto, squash, kale salad, artichokes, octopus, and squid. For entree, I had the braised oxtail pappardelle. The oxtail was tender and juicy, but I felt maybe it needed a little more seasoning. Perhaps I'm expecting too much and being too mouthy, as I realize they don't want to overpower the sugo, which was a rich and tasty sauce. The pasta was perfect al dente. Again, I was so full from the arancini that I couldn't finish it, which was regretful. Other pasta dishes include risotto with truffle and squash, squid ink paccherri with wild shrimp, agnolotti with burrata and wild mushrooms, and strangozzi with spicy nduja, and more. Mains include the burger, Bavette steak, and chicken sandwich. Cocktails were average. The Grand Street, made tie jalapeño infused mezcal, tasted like a well drink. The gin and tonic, made with cucumber and rosemary infused gin, was thin. Service was good, vibe was there. Food was ok. Drinks "meh." I would try again, but wouldn't wait in the lines I've read about.

Squid ink paccheri and the special
Liz B.

Came here with some friends and sat outside in their little street! The calamari was delicious and the pasta was perfectly al dente (although I like mine a little overcooked). I ordered the squid ink paccheri (8/10) and it had a good amount of crab but I wish there were more than 4 shrimp in it! I also tried the oxtail from the pappardelle which was tender and flavorful and my other friends got the special which was a lamb bolognese with mushrooms. All the protein was cooked to perfection. Everything was good here but nothing wowed me enough to try to come back again soon. If it's your birthday they should put a candle in your dessert but you have to our base the dessert!

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Ask the Community - Aurora

Are there any Gluten Free options or menu items that can be prepared gluten free?

I'm not sure but they have a limited menu

Any update to vegan accommodations?

What vegan options are there?

Aaargh! Maybe 3 start - tuscan kale without pecorino -grilled baby artichoke without… 

Is this restaurant dog friendly?

Yup!! There were a few pups the last time I was there. It's outdoor seating and I believe they have heat

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