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 (186)

$31 to $50

Italian

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

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Lively

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.

Dining areas

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

San Marzano Wine Dinner
$95.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 25, 2025 only
6:30 PM
1. Bresaola della Valtelina, spicy giardiniera, shaved parmigiano reggiano cheese 2. Insalata di Mare, chilled fresh seafood salad, fresh herbs, lemon 3. Gnocchi al ragu di vitello, house-made gnocchi, white veal ragout, black summer truffle 4. Lemon sorbet, palate cleanser 5. Rib Cap in concasea di pomodorini, prime aged rib eye cap, chopped tomato, basil, oregano, parsley, garlic, E.V.V.O, scamorza, aged balsamic vinegar $95 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity
Aurora on the Lake's Inaugural Fireworks Show
$100.00 per person
Prepaid
Jul 3, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us for Lakeside Strolling Event, Cash Bar & Front - Row Seats to Union Lake's Fireworks! Live Band - Elektrik Dream Price - $100 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity Includes - Hor D'Oeuvres, Upscale Buffet Stations and Desserts 21 and over only Must cancel 7 days prior for a full refund

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 186 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
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 "stunning" dining experience by the water with "great food" and "excellent service." Guests enjoy "beautiful ambiance" and appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff." The restaurant is noted for its "amazing atmosphere" and "generous portions," making it a delightful spot for special occasions.

186 Reviews

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Kyle
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Chilean Sea Bass special was cooked to perfection. Even the vegetables that came with were deliciously prepared. They were out of a couple wines we chose but the manager came out and got us a different bottle that we really enjoyed. The place was loud. We had a hard time hearing our waitress. Acoustics, I suppose, more than the crowd being rowdy. The interior was very well decorated, the chairs were very comfortable, and the view was great being right there on Union Lake. This place will probably become our special day date place.
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Joseph
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We’ve been coming to this spot for our anniversary for 14 years when it was “It’s a Matter of Taste.” Now it’s changed ownership and we gave it a shot last night and we’re disappointed. -We had a reservation and still waited almost 30 mins to be seated. -Then it took 20 mins for us to get a waitress. - The GM picked up on both of these things when he noticed me at the bar trying to get water and drinks because we didn’t have a server…As a result, he frequently checked in on us (which was nice) but ultimately did nothing. -The drinks and food prices were much higher than the previous establishment but no where near as good and smaller portions. -Previous establishment would comp the anniversary dessert and this place did not…even considering all of the unnecessary waiting. -Overall layout of the restaurant was an improvement however. Uncertain if we will have to find a new anniversary dinner spot…
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John
Detroit / Eastern Michigan34 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Prices lean toward the high side, but you get what you pay for. When full, the restaurant tends to get quite loud. And with the large tableside caesar salad cart, it's challenging to navigate sometimes.
Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service. Your insights help us improve, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
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Sammy
San Francisco Bay Area23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Two for two. We returned after 10 days and Aurora was every bit as good as before. As Governor Arnold said in The Terminator, "....I'll be back!"
Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad that your second visit was just as great, and we'll be sure to pass the praise along to Aurora. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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Ardis
Chicago / Illinois20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My 4th visit and has been exceptional each time. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
We're honored to have you back for a fourth visit and thrilled that each experience has been exceptional. Your recommendation means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Gary VIP
Phoenix / Arizona21 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining experience--ambiance, right on the lake, food was very good as was the service. It is a pretty noisy restaurant, especially inside, so be prepared for that, but a really good restaurant in a beautiful setting.
Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and the beautiful lakeside ambiance. We’re happy you had a great experience overall and hope to see you again soon!
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Sara
Detroit / Eastern Michigan12 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was great ! We love the Burrata appetizer & the Rainbow beet salad was fresh & tasty (we shared it) I was a bit disappointed with the Bolognese entree, which needed salt & wasn't that flavorful-could have had more meat. We weren't offered fresh parmesan & had to track down the waiter to ask for it. However, it was my birthday & we were treated to a complimentary & beautifully presented Tiramisu!
Aurora on the LakeResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and happy belated birthday! We're so glad that you enjoyed the Burrata, Rainbow Beet Salad, and the special Tiramisu surprise. We appreciate your honest feedback about the Bolognese and the service details. We'll definitely share this with our team so we can continue to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience!
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Karen VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great. It was very loud though. Hard to hear the people at my table.
Aurora on the LakeResponded 5 days ago
Thank you so much for dining with us! We’re glad to hear everything was great. We hope to welcome you back again soon for a more comfortable and equally enjoyable visit!
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Maria
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It starts with the manager, Zoran, who truly cares about your experience and, continues with the staff who are knowledgeable, professional, and prompt. We LOVE this 2nd restaurant location. Thank you for the consistency in both service and food quality!
Aurora on the LakeResponded 5 days ago
Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We’re incredibly proud to have Zoran leading the team! We're also thrilled that our staff's professionalism and prompt service stood out during your visit. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Greg
Detroit / Eastern Michigan6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! The food was great and the atmosphere was lots of fun being right on the water
Aurora on the LakeResponded 5 days ago
Hi Greg! Thanks for the amazing review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food and the fun atmosphere by the water.
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FAQs

Aurora on the Lake is rated 4.6 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Dining areas

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

Dining areas

Additional information

San Marzano Wine Dinner