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Aurora, Orlando, FL

Aurora

4.7
4.7
903 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (407) 207-4700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Trudnak
  • Area
    Waterford Lakes
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Santa Breakfast Experience

    US$0.00 - US$42.00 per person

    15 Dec 2024 only
    Join Aurora and The Celeste Hotel for Breakfast with Santa on 12/15/2024. Seating's at 8:30am or 10:30am. We will have a full breakfast buffet, live entertainment, cookie decorating for kids, hot chocolate station, photo op and meet and greet with Santa! Credit card required for booking but will only be charged in the event of cancellation in the last 7 days prior to the event or no-shows on the day of the event. Cancellation or no-show fee will be $25 per guest. Guests will pay for the experience on the day of the event.

What 903 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Innovative

  • Orlando / Central Florida East

    Contemporary American

  • Orlando

    Innovative

  • Orlando

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aurora offers an enchanting dining experience led by Chef Mike Trudnak, celebrated for "phenomenal food" and "spectacular presentations." The menu delights with creative dishes like oxtail empanadas and Supernova dessert. Despite occasional service hiccups, guests praise the "friendly staff" and the charming ambience. Ideal for special occasions and brunch traditions.

903 Reviews
  1. Tom

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food not overly noisy..staff was very nice

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  2. Christine

    Jacksonville

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous Thanksgiving buffet was fantastic. Super friendly and responsive staff from the free valet to attendant at the salad bar. Everyone was extremely pleasant, which is so nice to see. Great selections and variety, the cheese table had so many cheeses I could have made a meal on that alone, same with the desserts- my fav was the ice cream. I took my Dad and he was very impressed, thanks for a great meal.

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  3. JOANN

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always!! Our third year and the quality is always consistently high!

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  4. Charlie

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Food and service was spectacular!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been enjoying holiday brunches at the Aurora for years and I think it just gets better and better each time. So glad to have Chef Mike back - he and his team do an amazing job! The selection of food and overall quality is top notch. But, my goodness, that dessert selection is unsurpassed! 🤤 Our service was somewhat less than ideal today. We had to ask several times for drinks and refills. Towards the end, we asked 2 times for water refills and never got them. Thankfully, being a buffet, this is the only thing we had to rely on our server for, so it is what it is. Maybe set water pitchers around in the future. Otherwise, this was yet another exceptional experience and our holiday was brighter for it! Thanks for taking time away from your families to host us! We’re eager to see what Christmas brings!

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  6. Mike

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible. Many choices to choose from and everything was beautifully arranged. Well done chef. The staff did an amazing job of taking care of our needs from beginning to end. We walked in and we're greeted with a mimosa. Everything on the buffet was beautifully arranged and the service at the buffet was impeccable. Service at the table was stellar. Never an empty glass and finished plates were removed almost immediately. We couldn't ask for a better dieting experience.

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  7. Andy

    Orlando

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selection Great service everything was delicious

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  8. Karen

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Thanksgiving buffet around! The presentation is beyond, beyond! The food is amazing and the staff is A+! It’s worth every penny!

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  9. Kat

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very unique and interesting menu with surprising taste sensations. Not just your ordinary fare.
    AuroraResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for dining at the Aurora restaurant! We are so glad you were pleased with our elevated flavors and exciting options. We cannot wait for you to dine with us again!

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  10. Janice

    Orlando

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    So, this was the first time trying out this restaurant my husband & I were very comfortable, except they put us at a tiny table when they had almost the WHOLE restaurant free and empty; I say this mostly cause my husband is tall & and would obviously be more comfortable at a larger table with more leg room! Overall, it is going to be a terrific place when they work out the bugs! But that was the first thing I noticed! On the plus side, They have a nice a happy hour with appetizers and drinks, And athe most wonderful and beautiful ambiance! Our waitress, Becca, was awesome, and, as empty As empty as it was, Yes, she should have come by just at least one more time, and only stayed away too long just one time! I'm going to give this one more try at brunch/ breakfast and try that out! One bonus is they have what looks like a room you could ask for for a larger party that is very private!
    AuroraResponded on 14 November 2024
    Thank you so much for dining with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your overall experience, and we truly appreciate the feedback. We will do our best to make sure your husband has a bit more leg room during your brunch-time visit. We will absolutely pass your compliments to Becca, and we can't wait to host you for another stellar meal!

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FAQs

Aurora is rated 4.7 stars by 903 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aurora

4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826

Additional information

  • Area
    Waterford Lakes
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mike Trudnak
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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