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Aurora on the Lake, Commerce Twp, MI

Aurora on the Lake

4.6 (239)
$31 to $50
Italian
2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48382-3553

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

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!

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What 239 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

NoiseModerate

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 "wonderful food" and "exquisite ambiance." Guests appreciate the attentive service, especially from standout servers like Kennedy and Manuel. The lake views enhance a memorable visit. Despite some noise concerns, the restaurant's "great atmosphere" and "delicious food" make it a top choice for special occasions.
239 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was my wife’s 50 birthday. First time we were there, awesome they made her day feel very special and from the drinks to the food they hit every mark. Thank you
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
    We’re honored to have been part of your wife’s 50th birthday celebration. It’s wonderful that everything from the drinks to the food made the day memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  2. Lisa VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere! Disappointing that patio seating (which we specifically requested) was only available for large parties. The patio view of Union Lake is one of the biggest draws to that venue!

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  3. Laurent

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    While I am glad for Aurora that they are busy, the noise level was cafeteria-like and most uncomfortable! Cocktails service took much longer than reasonable. Salads were ordered for 2 out of the 4 of us and served before appetizers. 3 appetizers were ordered at the same time but delivered at different times! The 3rd came 20 minutes after the first was served. I NEVER send anything back but the octopus was inedible due to toughness (I order octopus very often) and I did let the server take it away! We were told the kitchen and bar were understaffed. Training for boning Dover Soles should be better, to ensure consistency (both Soles we ordered were boned table side and quite butchered…). I would prefer the fish comes boned from the kitchen so it is more consistent, servers could spend more time giving attention to their tables, and the food would be hotter. One note: prices are insane! $27 for 6 raw oysters! $25 for octopus appetizer! I am willing to pay this as long as all is at the level! Hard to forgive when most is not… Third visit for dinner! A little worse each time! It’ll be difficult for me to consider going back!

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  4. Anne

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Trying to be fancy with top notch service not there yet. Pricing is definitely based on the view and top notch service. Food was good, not great. Service was good, not great.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Anne, thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your honesty and will take your comments into consideration to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide you with a truly top-notch experience.

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  5. Angela VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Izzy was great! Loved the waterside table.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Angela, thanks for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time with Izzy and the waterside table. Can't wait to see you again soon at Aurora On The Lake!

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  6. Jodi VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kennedy our server was fantastic! Our first time there and she lead us thru the night spaced out our courses never rushed us. She was fantastic thank you we will be back
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 5 days ago
    We're thrilled that Kennedy made your first visit such a fantastic experience. Her attention to pacing and hospitality truly reflect what we strive for. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  7. Dana

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and our waiter was fabulous. We will be back.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the food and had such a great experience with your server. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  8. Robert VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waitperson was excellent. The restaurant is beautiful. BUT, the food was good, but not excellent. Also we really have an issue with the number of flies and bugs. Especially after opening the garage doors on such a humid day. Very disappointed that our anniversary was not special! I don’t recommend going there.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 3 days ago
    We appreciate your visit and your kind words about our team and space. While we’re glad to hear service met expectations, it’s disappointing to know the experience didn’t feel special especially for such an important occasion. We’ll be sharing your comments with the team to help guide improvements moving forward.

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  9. renee VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous evening. Everything was perfect. The manager Craig was a gem. Our table was amazing by the water. Food was superb. Wait staff was very attentive. We absolutely enjoyed our evening. Surprisingly the prices were reasonable!❤️
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 5 days ago
    We're delighted that you had such a fabulous evening and that everything—from the food and service to the waterfront view—made it special. Craig will be so happy to hear your kind words! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Kimberly

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

    3.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We booked a table for a birthday celebration. The food was ok but could have had just as nice of dinner at Carrabas. Served no bread with meal offered no fresh grated parmigana cheese with pasta. Food was not outstanding for the prices paid. Won't be back.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Kimberly, thank you for sharing your feedback. Your comments have been noted, and we appreciate you giving us a try.

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Aurora on the Lake is rated 4.6 stars by 239 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Detroit / Eastern Michigan
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  5. Commerce Township

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aurora on the Lake

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
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