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LOCALE - Aurora, Aurora, ON

LOCALE - Aurora

4.8
4.8
2651 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Locale Aurora is the sister restaurant of Locale King City. We are energetic neighborhood restaurant & bar with a Chef led scratch kitchen that serves a quality driven, Italian focused menu and handcrafted cocktails, notable wine list.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Canadian, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    SUNDAY BRUNCH Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (905) 503-4800
  • Website
    http://www.localerestaurants.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    To enquire about entertaining your loved ones and friends or hosting a team outing at Locale, please email our events team for availability and pricing options at aurora@localerestaurants.ca.
  • Location
    14845 Yonge St., Aurora, ON L4G 1N1
  • Neighbourhood
    Aurora
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Antipasti - Per Il Tavolo

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  • Focaccia$6.00

    House-made, rosemary, maldon salt

    • Olive e Nodini$9.00

      Warm marinated olives, fennel seed fried bread knots

      • Frittura$23.00

        Fried shrimp, calamari, zucchini, herbs, lemon

        • Arancini$14.00

          Three, featured daily

          • Canederli$14.00

            Spinach and mushroom dumpling, mushroom brodo, grana padano

            • Pâté$22.00

              Foie & chicken liver, truffle, fig jam, crostini

              • Mezzo Mezzo

                Salumi & cheese, preserves, honey, crostini

                • For Two$26.00
                • For Four$48.00

              • Calamari alla Griglia$24.00

                Grilled squid, baby spinach, eggplant caponata, aleppo

                • Polpo alla Griglia$35.00

                  Poached & charred octopus, brussel sprouts, romesco, fingerling potato, calabrian pesto

                  • Burrata$22.00

                    Heirloom tomatoes, crostini

                    Insalate

                    • Rucola$18.00

                      Baby arugula & kale, anchovy, cherry tomato, pumpkin seeds, pecorino, lemon vinaigrette

                      • Amaro$18.00

                        Castlefranco radicchio, green oak leaf, cider & honey vinaigrette, pears, walnuts, parmigiano

                        • Barbabietole$21.00

                          Golden, purple & candy beets, honey ricotta, orange gastrique, walnuts, orange, beet chips

                          • Farro$20.00

                            Cremini, oyster & porcini mushroom, spinach, butternut squash, ricotta salata, red wine vinaigrette

                            Pasta Fresca

                            Primi

                            • Pappardelle alla Cinghiale$28.00

                              Braised wild boar, white wine, tomato sugo, grana padano

                              • Paccheri Funghi$30.00

                                Truffle panna, cremini & oyster mushrooms, parmigiano, pan'grattato

                                • Risotto$25.00

                                  Arborio rice, guanciale, butternut squash, parmigiano

                                  • Ravioli al Sugo di Pomodoro$27.00

                                    Ricotta filling, cherry tomato, basil

                                    • Spaghetti Frutti di Mare$32.00

                                      Clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, cherry tomatoes, white wine, saffron

                                      Piatto Forte

                                      Secondi

                                      • Misto di Funghi$30.00

                                        King oyster mushroom, swiss chard, celeriac purée, fried enoki, polenta, cucumber agrodolce, balsamic reduction

                                        • Pollo Primaverile$40.00

                                          Lemon rosemary half chicken, fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, rosemary jus

                                          • Branzino$39.00

                                            Seared sea bass fillets, verona black rice, golden raisins, butternut squash, baby spinach, carrot puree

                                            • Lamb Shank$47.00

                                              New Zealand lamb, rosemary orange, whipped potato, wilted tuscan kale, rosemary jus

                                              • Tagliata di Manzo$70.00

                                                12oz USDA prime striploin, fingerling potatoes, rapini, heirloom carrots, demi

                                                Pizza

                                                Add prosciutto $6, add arugula $4

                                                • Margherita$20.00

                                                  Tomato sauce, fiore di latte, basil

                                                  • Sopressata$25.00

                                                    Tomato sauce, gorgonzola, mozzarella, picante salumi, taggiasca olives, roasted red peppers

                                                    • Funghi$26.00

                                                      Mushrooms, pan'grattato, mozzarella, truffle mascarpone, parmigiano

                                                      • Pepperoni$27.00

                                                        Crushed tomatoes, pepperoni, mozzarella, hot honey, oregano

                                                        • Prosciutto Cotto$27.00

                                                          Mozzarella, mushrooms, arugula, wildflower honey, parmigiano

                                                          Last updated: November 5, 2024

                                                          What 2,651 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
                                                          • 4.7Food
                                                          • 4.8Service
                                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                                          • 4.5Value

                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                          Loved For

                                                          • York

                                                            Best Overall

                                                          • York

                                                            Best Service

                                                          • York

                                                            Best Ambience

                                                          • York

                                                            Good for special occasions

                                                          • York

                                                            Italian

                                                          • York

                                                            Most Booked

                                                          Review summary

                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                          Locale in Aurora is a dining gem, celebrated for its "amazing food and service," creating memorable experiences. Guests rave about its "fantastic atmosphere" and consistently "delicious" meals, making it perfect for special occasions. Though some note high noise levels, the "outstanding service" and attention to detail shine through.

                                                          2,651 Reviews

                                                          1. Tony

                                                            Las Vegas

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Always a great meal and experience. We go here often as it always hits the mark!

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                                                          2. Gillian

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            43 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            43 reviews

                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Once again we had excellent service and food. All the staff are welcoming and the location always has parking. Another great lunch.

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                                                          3. Olivia

                                                            Toronto

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            2 reviews

                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Our server was incredible, super sweet. Would come back just for her to serve us again.

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                                                          4. Grace

                                                            Montreal

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            First time in this place, super experience with the food and environment, especially our server, a boy with curly hair, he brought us the ginger cake for my boyfriend’s birth, He's got a great sense of humor. Really amazing place to go

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                                                          5. Dino

                                                            Toronto

                                                            1 review

                                                            4.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 5 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                            2. Food 4
                                                            3. Service 4
                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                            The ambience was very nice. Service was quick but not intrusive. 65th birthday celebration and locale was gracious enough to offer a dessert. Both of our meals were professionally prepared and delicious. Will be back

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                                                          6. Kayley

                                                            Ottawa

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Nice place for gathering with friends and family. We celebrated our 2nd anniversary here. We have a great time here. it's worth a try

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                                                          7. Megan

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            35 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            35 reviews

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Our favorite restaurant. Whenever we want to celebrate, get together with friends or family, or have a date night this is our place! Consistently fantastic in every way. There is a reason you need to make reservations well in advance. Feel so lucky to live so close to one of the best restaurants in GTA

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                                                          8. Elias

                                                            Toronto

                                                            1 review

                                                            5.0

                                                            1 review

                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            Great overall experience, great service. Will definitely go back again.

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                                                          9. Lisa

                                                            VIP

                                                            Toronto

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            6 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            This was a fantastic dining experience, with the best server I have had in a long time. I highly recommend this restaurant. Excellent food, ambiance and superior service!!

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                                                          10. Catherine

                                                            Montreal

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            5.0

                                                            8 reviews

                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                            2. Food 5
                                                            3. Service 5
                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                            I always enjoy my meal and time at Locale! As a vegetarian the ravioli currently on the menu is terrific. Staff is great! Thanks Locale!

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                                                          FAQs

                                                          LOCALE - Aurora does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. LOCALE - Aurora also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (905) 503-4800.

                                                          LOCALE - Aurora is rated 4.8 stars by 2651 OpenTable diners.

                                                          LOCALE - Aurora does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                          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 38 times today

                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                          Google Map for LOCALE - Aurora

                                                          14845 Yonge St., Aurora, ON L4G 1N1

                                                          Dining areas

                                                          Additional information

                                                          • Neighbourhood
                                                            Aurora
                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                            SUNDAY BRUNCH Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
                                                          • Price
                                                            CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                          • Cuisines
                                                            Italian, Canadian, Farm-to-table
                                                          • Dining style
                                                            Casual Dining
                                                          • Dress code
                                                            Smart Casual
                                                          • Parking details
                                                            Private Lot
                                                          • Payment Options
                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                          • Additional
                                                            Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                          • Website
                                                            http://www.localerestaurants.ca/
                                                          • Phone number
                                                            (905) 503-4800
                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                            To enquire about entertaining your loved ones and friends or hosting a team outing at Locale, please email our events team for availability and pricing options at aurora@localerestaurants.ca.

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