AURA

4.6

166 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Aura is a neighborhood restaurant that celebrates how food, drink, people, and atmosphere come together
Aura is inspired by the banks of the Mediterranean, the spirit of family, the crisp coolness of a just caught oyster, the vibrancy of farm fresh vegetables, and the spirit of, “il dolce far niente.”

Here at Aura, we pride ourselves on hospitality, with a focus on memorable moments, whether you’re coming in for a small bite and a glass of wine at the bar, an intimate dinner with friends, or a large celebration.

Our menus are inspired by our culture, our seasonal ingredients, and our travels… and we welcome you to share your aura with us. We hope to see you soon.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(516) 208-7535
Website
https://www.auraeats.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
4338 Austin Blvd, Island Park, NY 11558-1617
Neighborhood
Island Park
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Aura Passport Dinner: An Evening in Tel Aviv
Jan 3, 2025 - Jan 23, 2025
Each week, explore a different region with a carefully curated 3-course dinner and 3 expertly crafted cocktails or wines, all for $65 per person. Please note the following: -Tax and gratuity are not included. -Every member of your party does NOT need to participate. Please indicate the number of people participating in the "special request" section.
Aura Passport Dinner: An Evening in Barcelona
Jan 3, 2025 - Jan 30, 2025
Each week, explore a different region with a carefully curated 3-course dinner and 3 expertly crafted cocktails or wines, all for $65 per person. Please note the following: -Tax and gratuity are not included. -Every member of your party does NOT need to participate. Please indicate the number of people participating in the "special request" section.

What 166 people are saying

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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York State
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aura offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food," "excellent service," and a "beautiful ambiance." Guests rave about standout dishes like tuna tartare, scallops, and zucchini chips. The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff create a memorable experience. While some note high noise levels, Aura remains a must-visit spot for its creative menu and upscale vibe.

166 Reviews

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Cheryl
VIP
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I have been to this restaurant numerous times. Last night we had a 6:30 reservation and we were a party of four. We were all present before 6:30. The hostess said we would have a table in the main room. The manager decided to give the table to one of his friends which were a party of two. My husband went to get the managers attention and he proceeded to walk away which then angered my husband. The manager then got confrontational when my husband tried to tell him that he gave our table away. I even said to the manager that i'm a regular customer at his restaurant. He was extremely rude and disrespectful to me when i said that. I have never been treated so poorly. I can continue to go on about this manager's behavior. I just want you to know i have never written a poor review about a restaurant, this is the first. We ended up staying and had our dinner .Our servers were wonderful. Maybe the manager should learn from his staff. Im also a long time loyal customer at DaNicola and know Nick who is the nicest man.To add one more comment the manager never came over to our table to say so sorry about this misunderstanding.
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stacy
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious in a nice lively atmosphere. Very nice menu
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tom
New York City
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both had fish He had Halibut in a heavy sauce it was an extremely meager portion could not taste the fish $47 I had the sole same thing in s tomato based sauce with tiny potatoes We waited quite sometime for our entree to arrive and we were very disappointed We had been there twice before and wrrr very pleased
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Carol Ann
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Fun atmosphere! Brunch is a must! Wanted to try everything on menu. Everything we had was delicious! Drinks were tasty! Can’t wait to try the Expresso tower!
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Jay
VIP
Los Angeles
35 reviews
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great spot , excellent food . Service was very good. We sat at the high tables near the bar. Back room tight and you miss the lighting and energy of the front .
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Heather
VIP
Atlantic City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another amazing experience at Aura. We tried new dishes such as the seafood stew and it was delicious. Atmosphere was lively and the hostesses were friendly and were on top of everything and attentive. Service from all staff was also fabulous.
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Phyllis
Minneapolis
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was delicious and abundant and beautifully presented . Our server, Krystal, was attentive and friendly. Unfortunately, just like its sister restaurant, DaNicola, in Hewlett , the noise level is awful. An evening out shouldn’t necessitate having to shout to be heard by one’s table mates.
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ANITA
New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
OUR FIRST TIME .. will be coming back. We loved it 💕 Food was delicious, Service was impeccable!
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Yasmin
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place, delicious food, yummy drinks and good vibes
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WOODLYNE
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Every item we had on the menu tasted good. Definitely a must-visit spot
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FAQs

AURA is rated 4.6 stars by 166 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

4338 Austin Blvd, Island Park, NY 11558-1617

Additional information

Neighborhood
Island Park
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.auraeats.com/
Phone number
(516) 208-7535

AURA

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Aura Passport Dinner: An Evening in Tel Aviv

Aura Passport Dinner: An Evening in Barcelona

Menu

What 166 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is AURA restaurant rated?

Is AURA currently accepting reservations?

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