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    4.8 (70 reviews)
    Closed 3:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Happy hour specials

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    Charcuterie board
    Haley H.

    A fine bar with good eats and a nice vibe We sat at the bar and had quick service. They had a Tate McRae playlist going which was nice

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    Tianna D.

    Came here around 10pm on a saturday night. Ambience was nice, service was good but the food was okay everything was cooked to the right doneness but could've been more flavourful.

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    Shelby M.

    Came here because I was craving pasta, and it was so cozy inside I had to stay. We got some drinks and different pastas, all which were delicious. The staff was moving quickly even in the small space, and were still super friendly.

    Danielle I.

    From the minute we walked in the door, we felt welcomed. The staff was very attentive, friendly and very happy to be there. We travel to nyc a lot as our daughter is a performer. Well, this gem in the East Village is high on the list of all the restaurants. The tapas menu was perfect for sharing. The Brussels sprouts were the best I ever had, along with the tuna and truffle fries. The experience was so lovely and food and wine so delicious that we just had to try dessert and it did not disappoint. They even threw in some Happy New Year lemon drop shots. I wish I took more pictures of the meal. I can't recommend this place enough and definitely will be retuning! I

    Racheal O.

    Just know the reviews are so high for a reason. This was such a great place to visit. Had an exceptional experience at Aura Bar & Kitchen! We started with the Goat Cheese Bruschetta, which was the perfect balance of creamy and tangy, followed by the Garlic Shrimp -- cooked to perfection with a burst of flavor. The burger was juicy, tender, and definitely one of the best I've had in a while. The gnocchi was light, fluffy, and complemented with a rich sauce. The Pomegranate Mezcal cocktail was a standout, expertly crafted with just the right amount of sweetness and smokiness. Jesse the bartender was amazing, offering great drink recommendations and ensuring everything was perfect. Our waiter was attentive and friendly, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a great meal and top-notch service!

    Giovanna A.

    Beautiful place. Erkan and Vitaly are the best bartenders we have ever had. Nice place, Nicer staff.

    Kate C.

    Aura had amazing drinks! We also got a small plate of tapas to share and it was delicious. Service was amazing, Andreas was so sweet and attentive and was willing to play along with some typical dad humor

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    Kyle W.

    I went here recently with a group of friends. There weren't any seats available inside, but they let us sit on the back patio. For starters we ordered the grilled octopus and it was AMAZING! For my main dish I ordered the bolognese, which wasn't the best. It tasted super watery and overall wasn't my favorite. I did really like the ambiance of the place and the servers/bartenders were friendly enough.

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    Michelle L.

    I walked in with a friend on a Saturday night. They have happy hour margaritas which were strong and tasted good. We had truffle fries which were tasty. The servers were very friendly. I'd be curious to come again and try the entrees.

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    Mary N.

    Stopped in for Valentine's Day dinner at this cozy new Italian place in EV. We shared the brussel sprouts as our app - it came out quickly and tasted great. The portion was big for an app. Our meals took a little longer to come out than we expected for simple noodle dishes, we guessed that the pasta was made fresh? I ordered the pasta primavera for my meal (linguine, veggies, olive oil + garlic). The flavor was very mild and I ended up adding a little more salt and pepper. There were plenty of veggies which I was happy about. Overall I liked my meal. For a new restaurant, I wish our waiter shared a little more about the menu or highlighted any specialties.

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    2 years ago

    Amazing service, Ash makes great drinks if you have ask him to make something off menu, and great vibes!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food and drinks, Ash is the man! Great service and in a place that provides awesome ambiance. Def a must to check this place out.

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    3 years ago

    The service was amazing. I highly recommend the bolognese pasta dish and the "figgy piggy" appetizer. The prices are also great.

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    2 years ago

    Ash (our bartender/server) was amazing. We had a great time, drinks are fantastic, 10/10 - we will be back!!!! Loved it

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    2 years ago

    Great old fashioned and cocktails! and kitchen open late. Plus able to sit with large group if there is room.

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    3 years ago

    Aura has a fantastic menu of both drinks and food. The service was great as well. Highly recommend

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    2 years ago

    delicious food and impeccable service! we had an amazing time and we'll definitely be back soon :)

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    3 years ago

    Excellent wine and cheese plate. Don't understand why it's not more busy. Service was great and place cute.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing describes it all. Food, drinks, vibe and especially the staff. Highly recommended!

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    Food is great! Servers are top notch. Grilled octopus was really good. Def coming coming here again!

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