Aurora had been on my list for a while to try, but since we have a six-month-old we don't get out a…read morelot. A friend was babysitting for us tonight and we finally got to try it ... it definitely lived up to my expectations! We started off with the smoked Old Fashioned for my husband - $45 so a bit pricey, but the presentation was super nice - and a cocktail for me. We got the tableside Caesar salad - again pricey, $20 per person and if it's for two people you can get it tableside (which was REALLY cool btw) but if for 3+ people I don't think you can. They literally roll out this huge cart to make it though and it was pretty neat. I had the mushroom pasta with filet mignon tips and it was great; my husband had the sausage pasta which I also liked. We weren't planning on getting dessert (I think, haha - I was pretty full, at least), but we got the tiramisu and the tiramisu drink for my husband (I was driving). Both were very good - the tiramisu isn't large by any means but is enough for 1-2 people. The drink comes with a huge ladyfinger on top. Overall I was very impressed by the food, atmosphere, and waitstaff here - it's not an inexpensive place ($40 for two salads is a bit pricey!) but everything was fabulous, and I definitely want to return at some point. There's also a wine bar next door, I believe, and I didn't know that Prime 29, Nara, and a few other local restaurants are all in the same restaurant group/ownership as Aurora.

When making plans with my friend, I let her know I was in the mood for nachos and pasta. She…read moredoesn't know it, but I have nachos infrequently and only have them with her. We both tossed out options and settled on this location of Aurora (no nachos here). My friend shared that the other location used to be Matter of Taste, a restaurant that sadly was on my to-try list. I loved the ambiance here: florals cascading from the ceiling, plants wrapped with twinkle lights, lush comfy chairs, and servers all in teal velvet jackets. This is the type of place one wants to make an effort for, spending more time selecting that perfect outfit. I had peeked at the menu online before the visit, and there was no question I would get seafood pasta. It had both the pasta that I was seeking and, of course, the seafood that I prefer. The tender linguine was topped with mussels, calamari, shrimp, and clams. My friend had the pasta with organic chicken and speck, in a cream sauce. That dish looked fantastic, as well. I ordered truffle Parmesan fries to start. I enjoyed them with the garlic mayo. She had the arancini in a pool of tomato sauce and fresh basil. We both opted for dessert, crème brûlée for me and a multi-layer carrot cake for her. Service was stellar. Our server shared her recommendations and checked in with us throughout our meal. The only drawback: There was a delay in parking as the valet blocked and stopped every vehicle before allowing those who preferred to self-park in. I think it's their sales technique.

Good food and consistent. Can never go wrong with grabbing a meal here for yourself or for the…read morefamily. Keep doing your thing!

Great food but overly priced despite the labor intensive food they produce. I love their meat pies…read moreminus the mystery chewy bits. And the expense!!! The frost on the pies makes them taste nasty. It could easily be eliminated by letting them cool completely before bagging and freezing. At $23 a bag I think it's a simple fix!!!! $14 for a kebeptah is robbery.

I went here with my wife because we were looking for something different, and we will not be coming…read moreback. When we walked in, the guy behind the counter looked like he didn't want to be there. He had his earbuds in and was watching something on his phone. He also never greeted us and we had to find a menu on our phones, only after we were ordering did he look up and offer us a menu. When looking at the grill behind him, it was coated in tin foil, which looks nasty. If you don't want to clean the grill, then don't be open. We ordered and went to look for a table, and with no one in there, you would think it would be easy to find something, but no, there was dirty trays with half-eaten food on several tables. When we did find a table, it was sticky and I had to wipe it down just to sit there. Once we were sat, we looked at the silverware, and it was all dirty looking and unwrapped in a wooden-looking tray on the table. Also nasty. Our food came out, and it was underwhelming. My breast and wing were the size of my palm but the leg and thigh my wife got was very good looking. The yuca fries were the best thing we got, they were crispy and well cooked. Once we finished out meal, we each went to the restroom and those were NASTY! Water everywhere, the door handles were dirty and sticky, and I didn't want to touch anything in there. We will not be back and have told many of our friends to avoid this place, and I hope this review gets to people so they can avoid it as well.

The food was pretty good. I really liked the marinade sauce that the chicken is cooked in. They had…read moresome garlic and spicy lime sauce that you could dip your chicken and sides into. I wasn't exactly sure what I was expecting, but the place is very casual. Almost like a Chipotle or regular fast food place. You order your food at the counter, but they do bring it out to you. So the service was okay, but the cashier seemed annoyed with our questions and it was really loud in there so it was hard to hear his responses. I would definitely go back to try the other dishes as take out. The sides were okay, but a bit dry in my opinion. The main thing this restaurant does well is the meat.

Sometimes there's nothing more satisfying than thinly-sliced meat piled high on a sturdy onion…read moreroll. That's why I've had Stage Deli on my to-go list for years. I finally made it on a free morning, just in time for an early lunch. On the day of my visit, it was cold and wet, so outdoor dining was out of the question. Just inside is a large deli counter with items available for take-out. Beyond that was a large and stylish dining room, where diners enjoyed the last of their breakfasts. I was a smidge earlier than everyone else for lunch; the dining room filled up soon afterwards. I loved the huge menu - there were so many options for soups, salads (Maurice, Greek, and Cobb, to name a few), sandwiches (Reuben's, triple deckers, and even vegetarian), burgers and hot dogs, breakfasts (omelettes, waffles, and French toast), and deli classics. I opted for the Victor Special, extra cut, which included larger portions of both corned beef and pastrami, coleslaw, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing. The thinly-sliced meat was indeed piled high at the center. For my side, I had wanted the onion rings, but they were already sold out! Instead, I went with the hash browns; they were crispy with a mashed potato-like interior. In retrospect, I should have tried some of the foods I've enjoyed from my hometown: knishes, blintzes, latkes; I'm now dreaming of meals I've had in my past. Service was fine at first, but my server got busy elsewhere, and her coworkers pitched in.

Came for Mother's Day brunch. It was really busy. And while it was a slightly chilly day, we…read moredecided to eat outside so we wouldn't have to wait an hour. The only issue is, I'm guessing the kitchen was backed up and the servers were a bit overwhelmed. We ended up having an enjoyable meal, and the food itself was great as always. And eventually someone who was not technically our server took care of us and did an excellent job. I shared eggs and challah french toast with my daughter and both were great. The latte (ehhh) ... Maybe just get regular coffee. I was in the mood but they don't do almond milk in it and it was just OK. So I wouldn't get that again here.

Truly a hidden gem…read more This was one of the best chicken shawarma bowls I have ever had. They give a lot of meat and a lot of topping choices. My favorite part was they have rice options: white with pilaf and yellow. I'm not a big fan of the yellow rice a lot of the time so I was great having that option. They have a lot of sauce options as well. I enjoy going to these type of joints and you can see everything. You can literally pick what you want and get the amount you want. It's always easier when it's visually. I will most definitely keep them in my rotation for delicious food.

The food was disappointing and lacked flavor, which was unexpected for a Mediterranean restaurant…read more Nothing really stood out, and I probably won't be returning based on the dining experience. That said, the service and overall atmosphere were good. The staff was attentive and the experience itself was pleasant, but unfortunately the food didn't match the level of service. If the kitchen improves seasoning and flavor, this place could be much better because the foundation and service are already there.

Food: phenomenal, this crunch wrap supreme was superior to any other I've had before. And the…read moreintegrity of the wrap made it an easy to consume meal on the go. The tacos were also delicious. Service: Beyond friendly and they made suggestions. I love when people are actually in love with the food they make. Ambiance: it's modern Mexican, lots of seating and it's bright and open. I hope they open more locations!

Consistently great! Enjoy the staff and food quite regularly. Fresh made chips, unlike competitors…read morestale ones.

The place is clean and the staff is really nice. Everyone in our group of four really enjoyed their…read moremeals. Highly recommend Philly steak, which was packed with flavor, and the salad with mixed protein fresh a great portion size (took leftovers since I couldn't finish it) For next time, even though the food was worth the wait, but I'll think order ahead of time Will definitely order again if I'm in the area. Menu being Zabiha/ Halal is a plus.

I used to go to NYC HALAL EATS in Troy MI but haven't been in the area and upon googling, noticed…read moreit's been marked permanently closed. When I walked in, I noticed plenty of seating in the restaurant, a dessert fridge and a cooler with an assortment of beverages. It was clean but didn't seem like there was any AC, as it was warm inside. I ordered a chicken platter with a side of falafel. I was told it would be around 20 minutes to prepare (the make the falafel cooked to order). Once I finally dug in, I was pleasantly surprised... it tastes better than I remember. The food was fresh, flavorful and plentiful! I asked for the red and white sauce on the side (I'm a dipper) and they gave me two of each. A bottle of water is included in the meal. The price, food and service was great! Definitely worth it and recommend Disclaimer: not sure if this NYC HALAL EATS is associated with the Troy location in any way.

Andi took his time explaining the full menu ! Gave us great…read moreservice will definitely return back

Happy Hour Review - The bar in this business specializes in Craft cocktails which are from what I…read morecan tell unique to this business and border on being a fusion inspired cocktail. The "Out of Town" cocktail I ordered offers a unique spin on the traditional Margarita where ingredients include , Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime & Pineapple Juice, Real Coconut Syrup and a Tajin seasoned Rim. The cocktail was very well made and oh so tasty. So tasty in fact I ordered 2 of them. Being a higher end steak house, prices at this business are on the higher end of the spectrum to include their cocktails. Having said that, you can get an assortment of their craft cocktails for $10 during Happy Hour which are significantly less than what you would pay during non Happy Hour prices. Aside from the drinks, they also offer some tasty looking food options where one in particular caught my eye being the Filet Mignon Sliders (two each) which looked amazing as I watched the guy next to me devour his. I will definately be returning to try these in the very near future. Relative to staff and facility, this is a very classy establishment and definately a great place to take your significant other where they will appreciate the upscale feel and romantic vibe this business has going for it. Staff was super friendly where I had some nice and entertaining discussions with the bartenders which I always get a kick out of ! Overall This is a great Happy Hour and an opportunity to sample unique and well made cocktails at a discount price. If you are in the area and are a fan of well made drinks than you should definately check this business out.