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Aurora, Orlando, FL

Aurora

4.7
4.7
962 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
The stunning lightshow of auroras wouldn't be visible without the combination of unique elements. In turn, we know that true beauty can be found when people from all walks of life come together under one roof for a shared purpose. This is the spirit of Aurora at the Celeste. We believe wonder is created in the midst of communal experiences, particularly over a shared love for delicious food and captivating atmosphere.

An immersive concept set apart from all others in Orlando, Aurora is a restaurant experience that captures vast attention through colorful flavors, stunning ambiance, and refined service. With an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced food, Aurora is a glimmering spectacle within the Celeste Hotel experience.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Trudnak

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

    US$0.00 - US$89.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us for a delicious Mother's Day Celebration with elevated flavors and stunning displays! Our culinary team has been curating an experience packed with chef-attended stations, brunch favorites, holiday classics, extravagant desserts, bottomless mimosas, and much more! Reservations required. Sunday May 11th | Seating's From 11:00am-3:00pm $89 Per Adult | $32 For Children 12 and Under | 4 And Under Eat Free A credit card is required to secure the reservation. No-Shows and Cancellations less than 1 week in advance will be subject to a charge of $25 per person. Payment for the Mother's Day Brunch Buffet experience will be collected on the day of the event.
    Mother's Day Brunch Buffet photo
  • Easter Day Brunch Buffet

    US$0.00 - US$89.00 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Join us for a delicious holiday celebration with elevated flavors and stunning displays! Our culinary team has been curating an experience packed with chef-attended stations, brunch favorites, holiday classics, extravagant desserts, bottomless mimosas, and much more! Reservations required. Sunday April 20th | Seating's From 11:00am-3:00pm $89 Per Adult | $32 For Children 12 and Under | 4 And Under Eat Free A credit card is required to secure the reservation. No-Shows and Cancellations less than 1 week in advance will be subject to a charge of $25 per person. Payment for the Easter Day Brunch Buffet experience will be collected on the day of the event.

What 962 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Contemporary American

  • Orlando

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aurora offers a delightful dining experience, with "amazing food and presentation" praised by many. Chef Mike Trudnak's expertise shines through in "creative and extraordinary" dishes. Despite occasional service hiccups, the ambiance and attentive staff create a welcoming atmosphere. The "Bite 30 menu" offers excellent value, and the desserts are a must-try!

962 Reviews
  1. Camille

    Orlando5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    La comida muy buena y mía que nos atendió excelente

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  2. MelissaS VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing I have had her before The food is excellent

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    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was pleasant and responsive to our engagement and dinner. Service was swift and food was great. Would highly recommend for dinning, especially, if you plan to attend events in the area.
    AuroraResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Aurora and that our staff's responsiveness and swift service met your expectations. We're thrilled that you'd recommend us for a great dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vegan options! The menu has many options and the food is always good. The staff is helpful and friendly.
    AuroraResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for dining at the Aurora restaurant! We always strive to provide delicious options for all of our guests, and we take care in curating items that satisfy multiple dietary restrictions and preferences. We are so glad you have enjoyed our vegan dishes and stellar service. We hope you will dine with us again!

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  5. Dianne VIP

    Orlando31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was excellent, very attentive . The food was five stars. I recommend the duck confit arancini’s.
    AuroraResponded on February 27, 2025
    Thank you for dining at the Aurora restaurant! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience and our service. We hope you'll join us for another memorable meal soon!

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  6. Ann

    Orlando7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very friendly and attentive staff. The food was good. Loved the appetizer.
    AuroraResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your meal and our service. We hope you will dine with us again soon!

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  7. Susan

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time. Received a long stem rose and a glass of bubbly upon arrival. Food was wonderful. I did have to send my steak back as it was overcooked. Server was very understanding and brought my lobster to enjoy while waiting for the new steak. When they new steak arrived the manager came over to check that it was done to my liking. I really appreciated that there were lots of gluten free options.
    AuroraResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thank you for joining us for a delicious meal! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your dining experience. We apologize that there was an issue with your meal, but glad that our team was able to correct it and make sure you still had a memorable evening. We truly hope you will dine with us again soon!

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  8. John VIP

    Orlando42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been to Aurora a number of times. I saw the Valentine's Day menu pop up on OpenTable and was amazed at the reasonable price. The food was fabulous, as always. The service is always great as well. We will happily continue to visit this restaurant. It was a very pleasant evening. 
    AuroraResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thank you for joining us for our Valentine's Day celebration! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience, and that your server's attentiveness and attitude was a highlight of your meal. We are always thrilled when guests find both value and elevated flavors in our offerings. We can't wait for you to dine with us again!

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  9. Will

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was very quiet and great for a date night when it is a special occasion. Sliders with fries as an app were a great starter!
    AuroraResponded on February 17, 2025
    Thank you for joining us for a delicious meal! The sliders and fries are always a must-have for any occasion. We hope you will dine with us again soon!

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  10. michael

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere, and outside seating. Our server Constance was attentive, informative and engaged. Very nice experience overall, thank you Aurora staff
    AuroraResponded on February 14, 2025
    Thank you for dining with us! We are thrilled that Constance's service was a highlight of your experience. We will share your compliments with her, and I hope you join us for a memorable meal again soon!

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FAQs

Aurora is rated 4.7 stars by 962 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

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

4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Trudnak
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