Aurora on the Lake

Name: Aurora on the Lake
Address: 2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI, United States, 48382-3553
Telephone: (248) 360-6650
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (222)

$31 to $50

Italian

2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48382-3553

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

A new chapter in lakeside dining unfolds at Aurora on the Lake. Set on the shores of Union Lake, we bring together authentic Italian cuisine with an elevated steakhouse experience. Formerly It's a Matter of Taste, we honor this cherished destination while introducing Aurora's renowned culinary excellence to Commerce Township. Our waterfront setting offers both intimate dining spaces and stunning areas for private events. Visit our deli counter for fresh ingredients and prepared specialties, or join us for an unforgettable meal where exceptional cuisine meets breathtaking views. Part of the Prime Concepts Detroit family of restaurants.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(248) 360-6650
Website
http://www.auroraitaliana.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48382-3553
Neighborhood
Commerce Township
Parking details
None

Experiences

Wine Tasting by the Water
$55.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 21, 2025 only
6:30 PM
Strolling event with appetizers featuring world wine! 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Reservations welcomed in the restaurant after the event!

Fritto Misto$20.00
crispy fried calamari, shrimp, zucchini, peppadew peppers, ammoglio
Sausage & Peppers$18.00
italian sausage, hungarian hot peppers, fresno pepper tomato sauce, rosemary
Arancini Primavera$15.00
peas & mozzarella saffron risotto balls, parmesan, fresh tomato sauce, evoo
Burrata al Pesto$19.00
d.o.p burrata, cherry tomatoes, toasted bread, balsamic reduction, fresh basil
Shrimp Diavola$21.00
sautéed jumbo tiger shrimp, spicy diavola sauce, crostini
Meatball Siciliano$18.00
house-made prime beef and veal meatball, tomato basil sauce, mornay
Soup of the Day$9.00
made fresh daily, inspired by seasonal ingredients

Salads

Rainbow$18.00
heirloom beets, orange segments, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, creamy orange dressing
Aurora$18.00
baby romaine, ceci beans, salami, mozzarella, roasted peppers, beets marinated olives, lemon vinaigrette
Cesare$17.00
traditional caesar salad

Pasta

All pasta made fresh in-house | Gluten-free available

Pasta Carbone$27.00
fresh pasta, spicy vodka sauce
Fruitti di Mare$37.00
fresh linguine tossed with shrimp, mussels, baby clams, calamari, fresh herbs, chili peppers, evoo, toasted bread crumbs
Truffle Risotto$29.00
wild mushrooms, shallots, parmigiano reggiano, truffle oil
Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00
house-made veal & beef bolognese sauce
Fettuccine Alfredo$34.00
cream, butter, parmigiano reggiano
Rigatoni al Bosco$38.00
tenderloin tips, wild mushroom, truffle demi glace, cream sauce

Bistecca | Steaks

All steaks are a la carte. All steaks are USDA Prime cuts served with sizzling signature zip sauce.

8oz Filet$49.00
12oz Filet$69.00
18oz Ribeye$79.00
14oz New York Strip$69.00

Mare | Sea

Salmone Scampi$32.00
Pan-seared Faroe Island salmon fillet, traditional scampi sauce
Whitefish Siciliano$29.00
Fresh lake superior whitefish, lightly breaded & oven baked, ammoglio, evoo
Branzino Alla Griglia$49.00
Grilled Mediterranean sea bass, fresh lemon, evoo

Piatti | Plates

Pollo Limone$28.00
Sautéed organic chicken, lemon, capers, artichoke, white wine
Pollo Parmigiana$30.00
Lightly breaded organic chicken, havarti, tomatoes, parmigiano cheese
Veal Limone$35.00
Lemon, butter, white wine

Contorni | Sides

Patate Fritte$11.00
Hand cut truffle parmesan fries
Caramelized Baby Carrots$9.00
Brown sugar, butter, grand marnier liqueur
Brussels Sprouts$11.00
Butter, garlic
Corn Dolce$11.00
Sweet corn, butter, parmigiano
Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Yukon potatoes, grated parmesan, maldon salt
Patate$8.00
Crispy fries

What 222 people are saying

Aurora on the Lake reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Great for scenic views
Detroit
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aurora on the Lake offers a delightful dining experience with "great food and great service." Guests rave about the "wonderful venue" and "beautiful atmosphere," perfect for special occasions. Although some noted the noise level, the "exceptional service" and "stunning lake views" make it a memorable destination for any event.

222 Reviews

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Cassandra
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The event was very nice , I look forward to next year
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Karon
Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
In terms of noise, I would say outside dining was somewhat noisy. Dover Sole, steaks and pasta were all well prepared
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Susan VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan36 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was just ok. 2 people had Veal Limone, & it was tough. Our server was excellent. Always available but not overly in your face. Responded to all questions& problems promptly. The ambience was lovely. Liked the way the wait staff is dressed. The view of the lake was wonderful.
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Lilly
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
2.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
My husband and I came to Aurora to celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary. When I made the reservation I had requested the patio which was the main reason we came to this restaurant. When we arrive the hostess took us to our table which was in the main dining room and never acknowledged our initial request to sit outside. When I brought it to her attention she claimed that the patio is never guaranteed which I can understand however, there were multiple open tables on the patio and she never initially acknowledged how we were unable to sit at our requested seat prior to seating us. The hostess did not relay to our server that we were celebrating anything nor did our server ask us when he introduced himself. My husband and I have dined and multiple fine dining restaurants and typically the service, acknowledgement of special occasions and guest experience is prioritized. We did not experience this at Aurora. We informed our server of our anniversary and he offered a complementary dessert however, by that time we had already finished our dessert and politely declined. The food was delicious! The steak bites were a little over cooked but besides that we had no complaints food wise.
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Yassir
Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was good……………::.:…………………….::………………………………………………….
Aurora on the LakeResponded 4 days ago
Hi Yassir, thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled that you had a good experience at Aurora On The Lake.
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Darlene
Caribbean3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an amazing dining experience! Beautiful space and delicious food. The four of us all had the special Chilean sea bass and loved it! We also enjoyed excellent service. The only downside was that it was so hot and humid outside so the patio was closed. Not sure if they tried to recoup some space for more diners because the tables were really packed close to each other. Didn’t detract us from enjoying ourselves immensely though.
Aurora on the LakeResponded 6 days ago
Hi Darlene! Thank you for your amazing review of Aurora On The Lake! We're glad to hear you had an amazing dining experience and that the sea bass and service stood out. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
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Andrew
Detroit / Eastern Michigan6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal! We sat on the patio and enjoyed the lake views. The service was exceptional from the moment we sat down until we left. The drinks were good, food was great and overall it was an excellent meal.
Aurora on the LakeResponded on June 26, 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your meal, the lake views from the patio, and our team's service from start to finish. It means a lot to hear that everything from the drinks to the food made for an excellent experience. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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Debbie
Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, wonderful venue, wonderful overall experience! Will be back!
Aurora on the LakeResponded on June 26, 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, and the full experience. Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Anne VIP
San Diego13 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was my second time at Aurora, and it was just as good as my first time. The Branzino was simply and excellently prepared. But the Salad Rustica was a bit disappointing- only 2 chunks of mushy beets and very little cheese. Service was excellent. It would be nice to have table cloths! I will definitely return!
Aurora on the LakeResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your continued support. We’re glad to hear the Branzino and service stood out once again. Your feedback on the Salad Rustica and overall experience is appreciated and will be shared with the team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Suzan
Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The noice level was unbearable. Too loud. The service was ok. Not enough experienced help. The hostess should have been more welcoming. The food was superb though.
Aurora on the LakeResponded on June 26, 2025
Hi Suzan, thank you for your feedback. Your comments are important to us, and we'll address them with our team. We're glad you enjoyed the food, and we hope you'll give us another chance to provide a better experience. Looking forward to welcoming you back for a more enjoyable visit.
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Aurora on the Lake is rated 4.6 stars by 222 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48382-3553

Additional information

Neighborhood
Commerce Township
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None

Website
http://www.auroraitaliana.com/
Phone number
(248) 360-6650

Aurora on the Lake

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Wine Tasting by the Water

Appetizers

Fritto Misto$20.00

Sausage & Peppers$18.00

Arancini Primavera$15.00

Burrata al Pesto$19.00

Shrimp Diavola$21.00

Meatball Siciliano$18.00

Soup of the Day$9.00

Salads

Rainbow$18.00

Aurora$18.00

Cesare$17.00

Pasta

Pasta Carbone$27.00

Fruitti di Mare$37.00

Truffle Risotto$29.00

Tagliatelle Bolognese$25.00

Fettuccine Alfredo$34.00

Rigatoni al Bosco$38.00

Bistecca | Steaks

8oz Filet$49.00

12oz Filet$69.00

18oz Ribeye$79.00

14oz New York Strip$69.00

Mare | Sea

Salmone Scampi$32.00

Whitefish Siciliano$29.00

Branzino Alla Griglia$49.00

Piatti | Plates

Pollo Limone$28.00

Pollo Parmigiana$30.00

Veal Limone$35.00

Contorni | Sides

Patate Fritte$11.00

Caramelized Baby Carrots$9.00

Brussels Sprouts$11.00

Corn Dolce$11.00

Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Patate$8.00

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