Aurora

4.7

897 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

28 Nov 2024

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 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
Phone number
(407) 207-4700
Website
https://thecelestehotel.com/restaurant/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Mike Trudnak

Location
4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826
Area
Waterford Lakes
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet
US$0.00 - US$99.00 per person
28 Nov 2024 only
Join us for a delicious seasonal 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. Thursday, November 28th | Seating's From 11:00am-3:00pm $99 Per Adult | $30 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 Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet experience will be collected on the day of the event.
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.

Popular dishes

FLORIDA WAGYU SLIDERSUS$8.00
Brioche Bun | White Cheddar | Celeste Sauce | Bacon Onion Jam | Arugula | Fries
GREEN MUSSEL ROCKEFELLERUS$8.00
New Zealand Green Mussels | Sauteed Spinach | Champagne Cream | Citrus Gremolata
*AHI TUNA BITESUS$8.00
Sesame Vinaigrette | Wasabi Crema | Togarashi | Flying Fish Roe | Phyllo Cup
PEPPADEW HUMMUSUS$8.00
Olive Oil | Lavash | Baby Carrot Vegetable | Crispy Garbanzo
TRUFFLE FRIESUS$8.00
Parmesan Reggiano | Fresh Herbs | House Aioli

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood Shellfish, eggs or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

What 897 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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

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.

898 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
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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Mike
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
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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Andy
Orlando
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great selection Great service everything was delicious
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Kat
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 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 3 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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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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Victoria
Kansas City
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chris was a wonderful waiter. Brunch was delicious. Beautiful atmosphere. Will be back.
AuroraResponded on 28 October 2024
Thank you for joining us for our weekend brunch! We are thrilled that Claire's elevated service was a highlight of your experience. We cannot wait for you to dine with us again!
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Jose Manuel
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
La comida muy buena pero sobre todo un servicio excelente
AuroraResponded on 23 October 2024
Gracias por compartir con nosotros! Nos agrade saber que les gusto toda su comida y el servicio excelente de Carlos.
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Deejay13
Orlando
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful experience from beginning to end. We started with bread service, both had bowls of delicious soup, and delicious entrees. Service was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. We love this restaurant and recommend it highly!!
AuroraResponded on 21 October 2024
Thank you for dining at the Aurora restaurant! We are thrilled that you loved our new soups and friendly service. We hope you will join us for another stellar meal again soon!
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Gene
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was awesome, service was excellent, probably the best restaurant on the east side of Orlando!
AuroraResponded on 21 October 2024
Thank you for dining with us, and for making Aurora your number one dining destination! We cannot wait for your next stellar meal with us.
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Stephen
Orlando
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu and very well-prepared food. Our server Constance was outstanding and very helpful in her recommendations for the evening. Great experience at a good price!
AuroraResponded on 11 October 2024
Thank you for dining at the Aurora restaurant! We are so glad Constance's positive attitude and insightful recommendations were a highlight of your experience. We cannot wait for you to dine with us again!
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FAQs

Aurora is rated 4.7 stars by 897 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

28 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826

Additional information

Area
Waterford Lakes
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
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
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
https://thecelestehotel.com/restaurant/
Phone number
(407) 207-4700

Aurora

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Additional information

Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet

Santa Breakfast Experience

Fried chicken

Fried cheese

TRUFFLE FRIES

SPIRITS

NEW AMSTERDAM VODKAUS$7.00

BACARDIUS$7.00

CORAZON TEQUILAUS$7.00

OLD FORESTER BOURBONUS$7.00

WINE

ESTRELLAUS$6.00

PAUL CHEVALIERUS$6.00

PROVERBUS$6.00

DRAFT BEER

SPACE DUSTUS$5.00

SUNSHINE GREETINGUS$5.00

UNDERDUCKUS$5.00

DUKESUS$5.00

FROM THE KITCHEN

FLORIDA WAGYU SLIDERSUS$8.00

GREEN MUSSEL ROCKEFELLERUS$8.00

*AHI TUNA BITESUS$8.00

PEPPADEW HUMMUSUS$8.00

TRUFFLE FRIESUS$8.00

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood Shellfish, eggs or unpasteurized milk may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

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