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Aurora, Old Tappan, NJ

Aurora

4.8
4.8
202 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Aurora Restaurant in Old Tappan, NJ, is a fine dining establishment that offers an elegant atmosphere and a refined menu featuring Italian cuisine with modern touches. Known for its upscale setting and exceptional service, Aurora has become a favorite spot for both special occasions and casual dining. The interior is beautifully designed with soft lighting, tasteful decor, and a comfortable, yet sophisticated ambiance.

The menu at Aurora blends traditional Italian flavors with contemporary techniques. It offers a variety of pastas, seafood, meats, and wood-fired pizzas, along with a well-curated selection of wines to complement the dishes. The restaurant is also praised for its attention to detail, from the presentation of food to the overall dining experience.

In addition to its impressive food offerings, Aurora is known for its warm, welcoming service, making it a popular choice for families, couples, and those celebrating special events.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (201) 497-3658
  • Website
    https://aurorarestaurantnj.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 202 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Good for special occasions

  • New Jersey

    Mediterranean

  • Bergen

    Best Ambience

  • Bergen

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aurora offers a delightful dining experience with its "excellent food" and "great service." The atmosphere is welcoming, making it perfect for family meals or special occasions. Diners rave about the halibut piccante, lamb parpadelle, and lobster ravioli. While some find prices high, the "extensive menu" and quality justify the cost.

202 Reviews

  1. Lori

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance is very good. The whole bronzino is my favorite.

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  2. Patrick

    New York City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second Christmas dinner in a row at Aurora. The place has definitely matured in a year. Our waiter was very attentive and professional. Good cocktails for the four of us, and everyone enjoyed their dinners. My lamb osso buco was delicious! Nice-looking place too, good choice for a special occassion locally.

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  3. Tom

    New York State

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EXCELLENT!! Great service Great food.. My new SPECIAL PLACE ,!,! Purchased a gift card for a friend

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  4. Harriet

    New York City

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful main dining room. Extensive menu that has options for everyone. Prices are high but food is excellent.

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  5. Luigi

    New York City

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and it won’t be our last. Great atmosphere and great food!!!

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  6. Mike

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great dinner at Aurora. We had a goat cheese appetizer, as well as roasted artichoke hearts. For dinner, we had salmon and the lobster ravioli.

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  7. Marjorie

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service has definitely improved from last year. Everyone was very pleasant and ready to help in anyway. The food was very delicious.

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  8. Harriet

    New York City

    49 reviews

    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had not been back to Aurora for quite a while. We were very happy with our dinners. Our friends who live in Manhattan were very impressed by the food and the prices. They will be happy to return with us the next time they come to visit.

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  9. Robert

    VIP

    West Palm Beach

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great. The only criticism is all the prices food and drinks are very expensive for this area.

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  10. Jay

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had dinner after a day of apple picking. Wait staff was friendly and attentive. We started with an order of Aurora chips which was very easy to share and was excellent. Entrees ordered were scallops, lobster ravioli, lamb papardelle(?) and lamb shank and each of us enjoyed their dish. Complimentary biscotti served at end of meal with coffee. The noise level in the restaurant was somewhat high, which was the only downside to the visit.

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FAQs

Aurora is rated 4.8 stars by 202 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Aurora

203 Old Tappan Rd, Old Tappan, NJ 07675-7042

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Old Tappan
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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