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Aurora on the Lake, Commerce Twp, MI

Aurora on the Lake

4.5
4.5
131 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
2323 Union Lake Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48382-3553

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Mother's Day - First Seating - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    $0.00 - $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    Brunch to include - Omelette Station Pasta Station Carving station Chicken Tenders & French Fries Arancini Pollo Limone Salmon Eggplant Parmesan Bacon Sausage Scrambled Egg's Hashbrowns Tuscan veggies Assorted pizza Caesar Salad Rustica Salad Fruit Tray Adults: $55 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity Kids (4-12): $35 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity 3 and under - free
  • Mother's Day - Second Seating - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    $0.00 - $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    Brunch to include - Omelette Station Pasta Station Carving station Chicken Tenders & French Fries Arancini Pollo Limone Salmon Eggplant Parmesan Bacon Sausage Scrambled Egg's Hashbrowns Tuscan veggies Assorted pizza Caesar Salad Rustica Salad Fruit Tray Adults: $55 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity Kids (4-12): $35 per person plus 6% sales tax and 20% gratuity 3 and under - free

What 131 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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 "amazing food and atmosphere" perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "fantastic service" from attentive staff like Sadie and Yousif, and the beautiful lake view adds a "special touch." While some found it "too noisy," the "upscale experience" and "delicious pastas" make it a must-visit.
131 Reviews
  1. Lorene

    Detroit39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and a very professional waitstaff. Our server, Kaelyn, was very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. The Aurora salad and Polo Lemone were delicious. On the pricier side, but worth it. Would definitely return.

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  2. Tim

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very elegant fine dining restaurant. The food was excellent. Our waiter Edward was very pleasant and attentive. As soon as you walk in you'll feel the "hum" of this place. Lots of energy and no shortage of staff.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the great review! It’s wonderful that the vibrant energy of the restaurant made such a strong impression and we are glad Edward provided excellent service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing experience! ✨

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  3. Vera VIP

    Detroit35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and our server Edward is our favorite at this location
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 1 day ago
    We’re overjoyed to hear that the food is always great and that Edward continues to make your experience even better. Looking forward to your next visit! 😊🍽️

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  4. Natalia VIP

    Detroit12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely transformation from Matter of Taste. Same great menu and similar decor as the Orchard Lake location. Food was great, service was excellent from the moment you arrived at check in till you left. Happy Hour is a deal even though we didn't partake as it's only at the bar 4-6p. We were pleasantly surprised that the veranda had a protective cover as it rained while were there. Valet parking available. Desserts looked amazing but we were too full from the large portions of our meals. The "to go" store was open if you wanted to take one of their desserts or prepared meals home. Music on Friday night started at 8p. Can't beat the water view.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing such a detailed and positive review! It’s wonderful that the service exceeded expectations and that you were pleasantly surprised by the veranda's protective cover during the rain. We’re also happy to know the water view added to your experience. Hopefully, next time you can indulge in some of those tempting desserts! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Shelley VIP

    Detroit33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As soon as my friend & I walked in the door we were greeted right away by two very nice hosts and gorgeous decor. Our table had a great view of the lake! The food was excellent! Great wine selection! But the service….wow! Manuel was our server and he did a phenomenal job making sure all of our needs were met. He really went above & beyond! There is also a take out space in the front of the restaurant we popped in to at the end of our dinner where you can buy wine, bakery items, coffee, and many other items including anything on the menu! I will definitely be back many many more times to come!
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 1 day ago
    We’re pleased you had such a wonderful experience—from the warm welcome and beautiful lake view to the delicious food and fantastic wine selection. Manuel will be so happy to hear your kind words about his service! We’re also glad you got to check out our takeout space. We can't wait to welcome you back many more times!

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  6. Jacqueline VIP

    Detroit8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time eating dinner while enjoying lake views. Our server Yousef was amazing. Very attentive to our needs. The food was amazing! Will be back!
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 1 day ago
    We’re so glad you had a great time enjoying the lake views and that Yousef made your experience even more memorable with his attentive service. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing meal!

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  7. Tom

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was fantastic.....food was great and service (Austin) was even better! Tom & Marcia
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you, Tom & Marcia! We're so glad you had a fantastic dinner and that Austin made the experience even better with his service. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words—hope to see you again soon!

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  8. brenda

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere Was here for Easter brunch — so not their regular menu
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for joining us for Easter brunch! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lovely atmosphere, even with the special holiday menu. We’d love to have you back soon to experience our regular offerings as well—hope to see you again soon!

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  9. terri

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    as we pulled in there was no valet & there is a little walking from the parking to the door. it wasn't as close to being as busy as i thought it would be. the host zoron turned his back to us and walked away. my comment about him for the entire meal is not the kindest happiest person at all. it's hard to see if it's his personality or he was just grinning on purpose or rude or, i'm not sure. i've ran and owned both fine dining and american bars restaurants for 35 years and it takes a lot for me to comment as such. they were not busy and it was an average buffet. not one that required any more attention than any other jam packed restaurant this Easter sunday. food was good and the price of $55/pp which, what i expected this year for a brunch. our server assistant isaac would have been my very first choice for server, possibly head server, my guess is sooner then later an assistant manager. isaac is extremely professional, curteous, proud to be there and was at our table twice as much as our server. we didn't have a server for at minimum of 10 minutes. our drinks were at least that as well. it was rough. however, i tried their marketplace a few days before so we could check them out for Easter and we will absolutely be going back there. the girls in there were a riot, very memorable, we got a fair amount of food for the price and loved every bite. already in our top 5 destinations. we are without everything for the next 3-4 weeks so i will be around.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 6 days ago
    We're glad that you enjoyed the food and found value in the brunch experience overall, and we’re especially grateful for your kind words about Isaac. We’re sorry to hear that your initial impression and service experience didn’t meet expectations. That’s certainly not the standard we strive for, especially on a special day like Easter. We’re also thrilled that you enjoyed your visit to the marketplace and that it’s become one of your top spots. We look forward to welcoming you back and providing an experience that reflects the high standards you deserve.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was was great! We haven’t had a dining service/experience like this in years. From the greeting, to the service to the food and drinks… all was 5 star.
    Aurora on the LakeResponded 6 days ago
    That’s amazing to hear! We're so happy everything—from the warm welcome to the food, drinks, and service—made your experience feel truly special. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again very soon!

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Aurora on the Lake is rated 4.5 stars by 131 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aurora on the Lake

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
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