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1. Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(190)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Aurora

Booked 33 times today

Your favorite local trattoria and pizzeria, serving up wood-fired pizza, house-made pasta, delectable desserts, and signature cocktails. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

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2. Touché French Creole

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4.5

Awesome(59)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole • Aurora

Booked 41 times today

Touche French Creole brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans to Aurora. This charming restaurant serves authentic Louisiana cuisine, featuring classic dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and po'boys. The inviting atmosphere, lively music, and friendly service create a taste of the Big Easy. Start with a refreshing Hurricane cocktail, then enjoy the rich flavors of Creole cooking. Savor the savory Shrimp Creole, a New Orleans staple, or indulge in the tender Fried Chicken Po'Boy. For seafood lovers, the Etouffee, a flavorful stew with crawfish, shrimp, and Andouille sausage, is a must-try. No meal is complete without dessert; the decadent Bread Pudding with whiskey sauce is the perfect sweet ending. Whether you're a foodie or seeking a unique dining experience, Touche French Creole is a hidden gem in Aurora. Experience the warmth of New Orleans hospitality and the vibrant flavors of Creole cuisine.

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3. Leilani Asian Fusion

4.6

Exceptional(274)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Aurora

Booked 21 times today

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.

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4. Amore Mio Restaurant & Piano Bar

4.6

Exceptional(146)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Aurora

Booked 8 times today

Amore Mio, is an Italian- American restaurant created by chef Roberto Avila . The restaurant pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants of mid-20th century in New York City. Family Owned by Altiro Group.

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5. Altiro Latin Fusion - Aurora

4.5

Awesome(364)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Aurora

Booked 9 times today

A family owned restaurant with locations throughout Northern Illinois, offering a tapas-style inspired latin fusion cuisine of classic dishes with infused new flavors from Spain, Mexico, and South America.The menu is designed to share, our dishes are presented in a tapa-style. Pair your meal with our house sangria, craft cocktails, or our local beers.

6. Forbidden City

5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Aurora

Step into this exclusive Forbidden City Lounge where traditional and contemporary flavors collide. The expertly curated menu offers a tantalizing array of dishes that explore the best of Asian fusion cuisine, while the drink list features rum-based cocktails that transport you to tropical shores.Beyond its remarkable food and drink offerings, the lounge is a dynamic hub for cultural exploration. Guests can immerse themselves in unique experiences with events like sushi-making classes, dance lessons, and late-night gatherings that pulse with energy. Whether you're looking to learn, unwind, or dance the night away, the Forbidden City Lounge is where unforgettable moments are made.

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7. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Montgomery, IL

4.6

Exceptional(838)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oswego

Booked 106 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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8. Two Brothers Roundhouse

4.4

Awesome(890)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aurora

Booked 13 times today

The Two Brothers Roundhouse is a one-of-a-kind historic landmark. The building was originally constructed in 1856 and is now the oldest limestone railroad roundhouse in the US. Spanning over 70,000 square feet. The Two Brothers Roundhouse is home to a modern supper club, one of the best beer gardens, rustic banquet spaces, private event rooms, cocktail lounge, brewery, an artisan distillery, and a live music venue. Where we feature many Chicagoland artists & bands.The Roundhouse also features Two Brothers Coffee Roasters café. Which offers a wide variety of Two Brothers coffee blends, breakfast items & handcrafted lattes!

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9. Las Quinta De Los Reyes

4.3

Awesome(305)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Aurora

Booked 11 times today

Conveniently located in downtown Aurora just steps from the Paramount Theater, we feature the authentic flavors, specialties, and ambiance of Mexico. We start with the highest quality, freshest meats, seafood & vegetables. Then we craft them into our mouth-watering specialties, unique appetizers, traditional Mexican salads and broths, special recipe enchiladas and native seafood dishes. Start your meal with our famous “Salsas hechas en la mesa”, or fresh guacamole, prepared tableside especially for you. Try it paired with one of our famous frosty margaritas!

10. Hardware

4.7

Exceptional(3840)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aurora

Booked 47 times today

Hardware is a Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery, complete with greenhouse and Organic Hop Farm.

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JohnVIP
Chicago / Illinois •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always love dining at Giardino’s. Food, atmosphere and service are outstanding. Highly recommend this restaurant
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Giardino Trattoria & PizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Aurora
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4.5
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William
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We started with fried green tomatoes for an appetizer- excellent! My wife had shrimp and grits which she said was really good. My catfish was fried with a creole sauce over a bed of sautéed greens and jambalaya. The catfish was cooked perfectly and the greens, jambalaya and sauce had just the right level of spice. The service was excellent and we will definitely be back again. We ate before a performance at the Paramount which worked out perfectly.
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Touché French CreolePrice: Expensive• Creole• Aurora
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4.5
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Kelan
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food is delicious. Shared a couple tapas. Because they were so well displayed my daughter had to take photos. Not only did it look good, it tasted extremely good. They also have a lot of unique drinks. Service was great and quick.
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Altiro Latin Fusion - AuroraPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Aurora
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4.5
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CatherineVIP
Chicago / Illinois •17 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
Very tasty, fun food
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Leilani Asian FusionPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Aurora
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4.6
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David
Wisconsin •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
Good food, service was prompt, friendly and conscientious. Would definitely enjoy another meal there.
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Amore Mio Restaurant & Piano BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Aurora
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4.6

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1. Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria

2. Touché French Creole

3. Leilani Asian Fusion

4. Amore Mio Restaurant & Piano Bar

5. Altiro Latin Fusion - Aurora

6. Forbidden City

7. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Montgomery, IL

8. Two Brothers Roundhouse

9. Las Quinta De Los Reyes

10. Hardware

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