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Forbidden City Lounge at Leilani Asian Fusion - Leilani Asian Fusion, Aurora, IL

Leilani Asian Fusion

4.5
4.5
158 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Leilani Asian Fusion offers a diverse menu that includes sushi, steak, vegetarian options, boba, signature cocktails, and more. The restaurant is a culinary sanctuary where Asian flavors weave together, forming a unique tapestry inspired by love, loyalty, and legacy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Filipino, Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (331) 300-2919
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Great Gatsby New Years Eve Soiree

    US$50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    22:00
    Ring in the New Year in style at Leilani Asian Fusion's Great Gatsby-themed celebration! Step back into the opulent Roaring '20s with an elevated twist as we transform the evening into a dazzling soirée filled with glamour and sophistication. Indulge in exquisite hors d'oeuvres crafted with Leilani’s signature Asian Fusion flair, sip on champagne during our midnight toast, and sway to the rhythm of live music that brings the era to life. Guests are invited to dazzle in their finest Roaring 20s Elevated attire—Celebrate the New Year in a night of elegance, decadence, and unforgettable memories!
  • Sheena Bakers Birthday Dinner

    1 Feb 2025 only
    Leilani Asian Fusion welcomes you in celebrating Sheena Bakers Birthday

What 158 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • West Suburbs

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Leilani Asian Fusion is a vibrant culinary destination in downtown Aurora, known for its "amazing service" and "fabulous food." With a unique menu that features creative dishes like Korean dumplings and vegetarian scallops, every meal is a delight. The atmosphere is a blend of elegance and comfort, making it ideal for any occasion. While some service hiccups are noted, the staff's warmth and attention to detail shine through, promising a delightful dining experience with each visit.

158 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to Leilani’s for dinner. It was our first visit. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Our server Daniel was energetic and fun. The food was phenomenal. Love the ambiance. Can’t wait to go back. What a great place!

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  2. Tim

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been multiple times and have enjoyed them all. Our server Will was excellent.

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  3. Dave

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was great, we enjoyed our meal. It's pretty loud inside, a lot of hardscapes. Made it difficult to hear each other and our server. Having said that, the food came out quick and was very good. Didn't like that we had to order from a QR menu on my phone, real menus should be offered. Not the end of the world, but an instant sense of annoyance was felt upon being seated.

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  4. Adriana

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Excellent food and service! Very nice ambience! Highly recommend

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  5. Beth

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my daughters for a night out and we all loved it. They loved their Boba tea and we thoroughly enjoyed our maki rolls. The summer roll was my favorite .

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  6. Melissa

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top marks! Exceptional service, food and cocktails! Each bite is a flavor journey you won’t want to miss.

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  7. Anton

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious!!! Congratulations to making all the Filipino flavors truly authentic!!!

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  8. Amber

    Denver

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the vibes and the service! The restaurant is beautiful and the service was great. The food was fine — next time we’ll order sushi. It looked great.

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  9. Wayne

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the food, the staff and the atmosphere. Quickly becoming our favorite restaurant!

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  10. Kristin

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    First time there before the Paramount Theater. It was a cold evening and the restaurant was freezing! Many people had coats on especially near the door. The ceilings are very high so heat doesn’t seem to reach the eating area. I can see this is problematic for the diners. We were initially seated behind the hostess stand and all other tables were full. We had coats on and continued to be cold so when we saw people leave in the back, we asked to move. We were accommodated and the hostess was very pleasant. Out waiter greeted us warmly though it is a standard script, as we heard him 2 more times say the same thing with other tables. We prefer more organic, natural introduction. His favorite word which he repeated was “absolutely.” After awhile, we thought it was kind of funny. So, for the food and drink…upsells in drinks must be their thing. My husband spent $29 on his 3oz dry martini. He was charged for each 1.5 oz and an extra charge for “dry”( vermouth). We questioned why he was charged double for 1 drink in the bill and he explained that it was a double 1.5 oz pour. They don’t tell you what you’re getting into and this was obviously their strategy. We have NEVER paid that much for a martini, even in the most expensive of cities, let alone Aurora, IL. This was truly a complete scam. My “mai tai” tasted nothing like a mai tai. It was lychee forward and I didn’t like it much but paid $16 for it. We ordered 2 small plates and one rice dish to share. Korean bbq wings (6), was generous and delicious. The walnut shrimp (5) was just the right amount of heat and tender shrimp. Though it was very good, we prefer PF Chang’s walnut shrimp. The beef rice dish was hearty and good flavor. We took some home since it was a generous portion. The menu has some nice offerings and as we left, we saw some beautiful looking sushi rolls. We took a peek downstairs in their bar/speak easy and looked like a chill place. We’ll return but will order wine or beer and ask to sit in back.

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Leilani Asian Fusion is rated 4.5 stars by 158 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Leilani Asian Fusion

2 N River St, Aurora, IL 60506

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    River St. & Galena Blvd.
  • Area
    Aurora
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Filipino, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Aurora Transportation Center
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