Aurora

Name: Aurora
Address: 4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, 32826
Telephone: (407) 207-4700
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1010)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Innovative

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
Neighborhood
Waterford Lakes
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Aurora Seafood Boil
$0.00 - $60.00 per person
Jul 19, 2025 only
Nothing says “Summer” like a seafood boil. Featuring favorites like: Snow Crab, Shrimp, Faroe Island Salmon, Mussels, and more. Paired with seasoned potatoes and crisp corn, this is a can’t-miss feast. With fresh salad, sweet treats, and Gluten Free vegetarian & vegan boil options, this is an event for everyone! We will be offering 2 seating's for the experience 4:30pm & 7:00pm. It is a laid back 2-hour experience, consisting of 3 Courses. Bread and Salad to start followed by the Seafood Boil and finishing with Family Style Desserts. The entire event takes place in the Aurora Dining room with Views of our Chefs Preparing the Boil on the Outside Patio in Guest View. Normal Al a Carte Service will not be available during the event with the exception of a children's menu for the children not wanting the Children's Seafood Boil Option. Sharing or Splitting is not an option during an event and all Guests will be charged per Guest Dining. We are more then happy to box up leftovers from your experience if you are unable to finish. Like all Aurora Experiences the staff will make you feel at home, Generous Portions of Food will be served including 3 Pounds of fresh Seafood per Adult in the Seafood Boil plus other accompaniments like Andouille Sausage and Fresh Corn, don't miss out on our latest experience! Reservations Required

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Popular dishes

Bread Service$7.00
Fresh yeast rolls | house herb butter | honey butter
Duck Nachos$14.00
Thick-cut corn tortilla | house cured duck confit | roasted red peppers | chipotle cheddar | cholula cheese sauce | red cabbage
Celeste Sliders$13.00
Brioche bun | American cheese | Celeste sauce | bacon onion jam | arugula | shoestring fries
Peppadew Hummus$12.00
Olive oil | lavash | baby carrot | crispy garbanzo
Pepperoni Flatbread$12.00
Lavash crust | freshly made pomodoro sauce | mozzarella | house cut pepperoni
Jackfruit 'Tostachos'$14.00
Crispy tostones | BBQ roasted jackfruit | pickled red onion | heirloom tomato salad | adobo mayo ketchup
Parmesan Pesto Arancini$14.00
Nut-free basil pesto risotto | gluten free breading | pomodoro sauce | basil oil | balsamic spheres
Truffle Fries$10.00
Parmesan | fresh herbs | house aioli
Togarashi Seared Ahi Tuna$16.00
Smoked shoyu ponzu | pickled jalapeno | wakame | sriracha aioli
Curry Goat Empanadas$15.00
Braised goat | diced potato | peppadew | demi-glace | peas | cheddar cheese | cucumber sauce
Peppadew Hummus Flatbread$12.00
Lavash crust | peppadew hummus | fresh roasted vegetables
Citrus Poached Shrimp Cocktail$16.00
Wild-caught Argentinian red shrimp | house cocktail | charred lemon | tomato cucumber relish

Soup & Salad

Soup of the Day$14.00
Charred Tomato Soup$12.00
Coconut milk | basil oil | blistered tomato | baguette
Seafood Chowder$14.00
Salmon | shrimp | scallops | clams | bacon | potatoes | oyster cracker
Soup Flight$15.00
Featuring a cup of charred tomato, seafood chowder and soup of the day
The Local Salad$15.00
Organic baby greens | heirloom tomatoes | pickled fennel | julienne carrots | watermelon radish | crispy garbanzo | citrus vinaigrette
The Caesar$15.00
Romaine hearts | baby kale | house brioche croutons | parmesan dust | cracked black pepper | caesar dressing
The Asian$15.00
Baby greens | cabbage slaw | wakame seaweed | cucumber | avocado | julienne carrot | sriracha sesame vinaigrette
Salad Enhancements
Chicken 7 | Shrimp 8 | Salmon 10 | Grilled Steak 12 | Seared Tuna 10

Sandwiches

Celeste Burger$19.00
Brisket & short rib blend | American | bacon onion jam | lettuce | tomato | Celeste sauce | sesame seed bun | sub impossible burger 2
Blackened Mahi Sandwich$18.00
Horseradish remoulade | cabbage slaw | lettuce | tomato | pickled fennel | sesame seed bun
Fried Chicken Sandwich$18.00
Hot honey mustard | pickles | lettuce | tomato | sesame seed bun

Entrees

Kangaroo Katsu$32.00
Brined kangaroo loin | panko breaded | tonkatsu sauce | pickled cucumber | soft boiled egg | basmati rice | kimchi vegetables
Faroe Island Salmon$34.00
Parmesan mushroom risotto | lemon cream | fresh seasonal vegetables
Grilled Filet Medallions$35.00
Potato, cheese & herb croquette | creamed spinach | wild mushrooms | red wine demi-glace
Creole Linguine$30.00
Alligator andouille | crawfish | shrimp | chicken thigh | cajun cream sauce
Pan Seared French Cut Chicken Breast$28.00
Citrus brined 8-ounce chicken | smashed Yukon potatoes | lemon cream sauce | fresh seasonal vegetables
Crispy Barramundi$30.00
Pan seared 8-oz skin-on filet | curry sauce | cashew dust | parmesan mushroom risotto | fresh seasonal vegetables
40-Layer Lamb Lasagna$28.00
Fresh egg pasta | ricotta | lamb bolognese | provolone | mozzarella | parmesan | fresh seasonal vegetables
Seared Sea Scallops$38.00
Fresh corn puree | corn succotash | Nueske bacon lardons | blood orange goat cheese emulsion | fresh seasonal vegetables
14-oz Center Cut Ribeye$40.00
Char-grilled | herb butter | shoestring fries | house made steak sauce | fresh seasonal vegetables
Tikka Masala Heirloom Cauliflower$26.00
Tempura fried heirloom cauliflower | tikka masala | coconut milk | basmati rice | fresh lime | cilantro
Bison Back Ribs$34.00
Honey bourbon BBQ sauce | house parmesan truffle potato wedges | fresh seasonal vegetables

Sides

Smashed Yukon Potatoes$7.00
Side Local Salad$7.00
Fries$5.00
Basmati Rice$6.00

Desserts

House Made Blueberry Bread Pudding$12.00
Lemon zest | frangelico whipped cream
Flourless Chocolate Torte$12.00
Dark chocolate ganache | strawberry sorbet
Pistachio Cake$12.00
Whipped cream | raspberry | hibiscus dust
Coconut Milk Rice Pudding$12.00
100% coconut milk | tropical salsa | toasted coconut crunch
The Supernova$18.00
Dark chocolate balloon dome | Ghirardelli brownie | hot rum caramel | candied walnuts | smashed raspberry | vanilla ice cream

What 1,010 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orlando / Central Florida East
Contemporary American
Orlando
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aurora offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service and great food ambience" in a unique space-themed hotel. Guests rave about the buffet with "amazing, creative food" and standout desserts. The staff is "very friendly and attentive," enhancing the experience. Perfect for special occasions or a relaxing meal.

1,010 Reviews

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Erik
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was outstanding with Curry Goat empanadas , Duck nachos, Kangaroo Katsu and Faroe Salmon. So happy they participate with Bite 30. Large portions, excellent value
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John
Orlando / Central Florida East3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great night with excellent food and service. Appreciative of Bite 30 and Aurora’s participation.
AuroraResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for the review, John! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great night at Aurora and enjoyed both our food and service. It's always our goal to provide excellent dining experiences for our guests. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best Regards, The Team at Aurora
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Hayden
Orlando / Central Florida East4 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Dined here before yesterday. They are trying, but still lack the detail and polish of a high end dining experience. I tipped our waitress well only because I feel she gave a good effort, however the staff can use some training that will elevate the service they deliver from Chili’s to Emril’s.
AuroraResponded 5 days ago
Hey Hayden, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your honesty about our service and will definitely take your suggestions into account. We're always striving to elevate our guests' dining experience, and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Best, The Team at Aurora
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Eileen
Orlando / Central Florida East18 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was Katie’s first day of serving and she was excellent. The food was fantastic. I thought the kangaroo was the best I have tasted here in Florida and I have eaten it at a couple of restaurants. The Supernova was a delightful ending to the meal.
AuroraResponded 5 days ago
Hello Eileen, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed Katie's service and found our food fantastic. It's great to know that our kangaroo was a hit! We always strive to make our guests' dining experiences memorable and it's wonderful to hear that you had a delightful ending to your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back to Aurora soon. Best regards, The Team at Aurora
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Amanda VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East32 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing! Some super loud lady was near us and a few kids being loud make it hard to talk at times.
AuroraResponded on June 21, 2025
Hello Amanda, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at Aurora. We always aim to create a comfortable atmosphere for all our guests. We're sorry if the noise from other guests affected your experience, we'll certainly keep this in mind. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, The Aurora Team
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Sarita
Coastal Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Loved the unusual ingredients and pairings in our selections.
AuroraResponded on June 18, 2025
Thanks for visiting us, Sarita! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique ingredient choices and flavor combinations. We always strive to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your feedback on the value and will continue to work on it. We hope to welcome you back to Aurora soon! Best regards, The Team at Aurora
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Thysis
Orlando / Central Florida East10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aurora was awesome as usual! The Fathers Day spread was beautiful and delicious. Our family enjoyed it very much!
AuroraResponded on June 16, 2025
Thanks for the review, Thysis! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time at Aurora. It's wonderful to know that our Father's Day spread hit was a hit! We strive to provide a beautiful and delicious spread for all occasions and it's heartwarming to hear that we hit the mark for you and your family. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best Regards, The Team at Aurora
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Brooke
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made a reservation for my husband and I and our one year old for their Father’s Day BBQ Buffet. We were so impressed with the overall experience, the variety, quality, and presentation of the food, and the set up. What I was most impressed with was the service we got from the host(s), our two servers, and the manager. We experienced some of the best customer service, hands down! Unfortunately, I mistakenly made a reservation for a high top, which would not accommodate the high chair we needed for our daughter. The manager was quick to address this and was so understanding, apologetic (for no reason because it was I who made the mistake), and genuinely cared about our experience. Once we were seated, the two servers were so personable and quick to get us anything we needed. Overall, it was such a great experience and one we hope to attend again in the future!
AuroraResponded on June 16, 2025
Thank you, Brooke. We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your Father's Day BBQ Buffet. I remember speaking with you and your husband. You were both so gracious and understanding. Our team works hard to provide top-notch service and it's great to hear that we hit the mark during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back to Aurora in the future. Best regards, The Team at Aurora
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Miles
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We really enjoyed the Mother's Day Brunch. It was phenomenal. No hesitation on our part booking again this time for Father's Day. Unfortunately, the Father's Day BBQ was quite a disappointment . I do not think we will book that special day again. The ambience wasn't quite as nice. The tables were decorated cute but everyone was in one large banquet room instead of in the restaurant portion (like Mother's Day). The salmon was dry. The shrimp and grits were not fresh; I turned the plate over and the grits remained in place! The wagyu burgers and hotdogs were a nice touch but the first time the server came around our table there were no condiments on her tray. I asked for a refill on my iced tea but the server never came back! The love guitar music was a nice touch. As was the whiskey tasting. We had to try three times to enjoy the samples due to limited standing space around the whiskey pourer. There is a 20% gratuity added on to your bill (which I was expecting). It is on the itemized receipt. For those who are not aware keep that in mind because on the portion of the receipt that you sign does not reflect the automatically added gratuity (it just gives you the overall total) and then there is a place on the signature receipt to add a tip. We learned the hard way and ended up giving a 40% tip on Mother's Day!
AuroraResponded on June 17, 2025
Hi Miles, Thank you for sharing your experience at Aurora. We're glad you enjoyed our brunch and Mother's Day with us, but sorry to hear about the Father's Day BBQ. Your feedback is appreciated, and it's the best way for us to work on the little things to get better. Thanks for your tips suggestion, and we'll certainly discuss with the team to better communicate the added gratuity. Best, The Team at Aurora
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Keith VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for Father's Day BBQ Bash Buffet and it was fantastic. Huge selection of meats, sides and desserts and didn't have anything that wasn't delicious. These guys really go out of their way to put on spectacular holiday buffets!
AuroraResponded on June 16, 2025
Hi Keith, We love to hear that you had a fantastic time at our Father's Day BBQ Bash Buffet! We're thrilled that you appreciated our selection of meats, sides, and desserts. We can't wait to welcome you back for another spectacular buffet on your next holiday. Thank you for choosing Aurora! Sincerely, The Team at Aurora
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Aurora is rated 4.8 stars by 1010 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826

Additional information

Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Aurora

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Aurora Seafood Boil

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Caesar Salad

Truffle Fries (GF)

Appetizers

Bread Service$7.00

Duck Nachos$14.00

Celeste Sliders$13.00

Peppadew Hummus$12.00

Pepperoni Flatbread$12.00

Jackfruit 'Tostachos'$14.00

Parmesan Pesto Arancini$14.00

Truffle Fries$10.00

Togarashi Seared Ahi Tuna$16.00

Curry Goat Empanadas$15.00

Peppadew Hummus Flatbread$12.00

Citrus Poached Shrimp Cocktail$16.00

Soup & Salad

Soup of the Day$14.00

Charred Tomato Soup$12.00

Seafood Chowder$14.00

Soup Flight$15.00

The Local Salad$15.00

The Caesar$15.00

The Asian$15.00

Salad Enhancements

Sandwiches

Celeste Burger$19.00

Blackened Mahi Sandwich$18.00

Fried Chicken Sandwich$18.00

Entrees

Kangaroo Katsu$32.00

Faroe Island Salmon$34.00

Grilled Filet Medallions$35.00

Creole Linguine$30.00

Pan Seared French Cut Chicken Breast$28.00

Crispy Barramundi$30.00

40-Layer Lamb Lasagna$28.00

Seared Sea Scallops$38.00

14-oz Center Cut Ribeye$40.00

Tikka Masala Heirloom Cauliflower$26.00

Bison Back Ribs$34.00

Sides

Smashed Yukon Potatoes$7.00

Side Local Salad$7.00

Fries$5.00

Basmati Rice$6.00

Desserts

House Made Blueberry Bread Pudding$12.00

Flourless Chocolate Torte$12.00

Pistachio Cake$12.00

Coconut Milk Rice Pudding$12.00

The Supernova$18.00

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