Aurora

(718) 388-5100

70 Grand St
Brooklyn, NY 11211 40.7157 -73.9648

Neighborhood: Williamsburg

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Last updated 4.01.09

Aurora

What People Are Saying About Aurora

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This brick-trimmed trattoria sits blocks away from the hip heart of Williamsburg (as well as the subway), but that hasn't dissuaded diners. The small bar, tucked among wood tables and chairs, attracts a steady stream of wine drinkers, and by 8pm, the comfortable candlelit space is packed along with the romantic, leafy outdoor garden. The vibe is casual, thanks to throbbing pop music and relaxed service. Carb abstainers, beware: Chef and co-owner Riccardo Buitoni hails from Italy's Piemonte region, and his inexpensive menu showcases impossible-to-resist homemade pastas. His bread basket alone, laden with crispy rosemary focaccia, portends instant relapse. Entrees include Barolo-braised beef and moist monkfish served with prosciutto crisps.

Smith775

April 19, 2009

First of all its supposed to be located by the waterfront. Not the case. Its actually up the block in a deserted area where the garden is shielded by what looks from the outside like an abandoned parking lot. We were taken to the garden on a warm day and what is suppose to be an outdoor garden is covered by a plastic tent, no ventilation no open doors...the tables are dimly lit with candles covered by small paper bags! How Frugal. Most importantly, we passed on the bottled water and were served warm tap water--no ice! We tried the octopus --three small tender pieces on a very large plate and the scallops--5 very thin slivers of scallops covered in garnishes. For the main course, the seared salmon was served in a plate of green water and empty mussels the salmon was slightly undercooked on one side. No sides served with main course. The short rib, was a piece of tender albeit blubbery steak served with polenta sauce that tasted more like grits. A side of potato or asparagus was an additional $5.00. The margarita, too strong on the tequila and very bitter not quite what I remember a margarita to be!!!! Overall, the most enjoyable part of the meal had to be the bread basket. Too much focus on presentation and too pricy, very small portions and who the heck ever heard of organic Italian??? This is not keeping up with tradition...would NOT recommend at all. We had to go back to Manhattan and have dinner there the same night.

olivier77ny

December 09, 2008

Well, if you have a date, this is totally the place to be. Book a table in the winter garden. And make sure you share a couple of antipasti!

desieclipse

May 15, 2008

One of my brunch/ lunch favorites in Williamsburg. A gorgeous patio, great service, and yummy food (I like the wild boar ragu and their salads).

The Details on Aurora

What to Drink:

More than a dozen Italian wines are offered by the glass, ranging from $5 to $8 for generous pours in thin-stemmed glasses. The fruity Dolcetto and Nebbiolo reds pair well with everything.

Know Before You Go:

Aurora doubles its capacity in warm weather with a gorgeous outside garden, visible through gigantic windows in the dining room--smokers are welcome.

The Extras:

Aurora doubles its capacity in warm weather with a gorgeous outside garden, visible through gigantic windows in the dining room--smokers are welcome.

Know Before You Go:

The restaurant is cash only but has an ATM on the premises.

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

Cash

Restaurant Special Features:

Food Delivery, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Prix Fixe Menu

Cuisine:

Mediterranean, Italian

Smoking Permitted:

In the garden

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