Restaurants/Bars
Aurora
The longest bar in town! Visit this old-time bar and take in the nostalgia of a tin ceiling and friendly patrons. It’ll soon become your favorite neighborhood hangout. Visit the Aurora Tap House Facebook page!
Aurora
Ballydoyle is situated along Restaurant Row in downtown Aurora and offers the best in comfort food and live entertainment. The friendly Irish pub and restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy mac and cheese bites at the bar or a vegetable boxty out on the deck that overlooks the Fox River. It’s a great place to get away from it all.
Aurora
“The beautiful Calla Lily tea room is located in Historic downtown Aurora. The Calla Lily Victorian Tea Room serves the Chicagoland area making your event something more then just a tea party. Come for just lunch or plan a party with us.
We want you to know just how special your occasion is to us, even if the occasion is simply “Just because.” We serve the freshest foods and highest quality teas. You simply pick the date, pick your menu and leave the rest to us. We love creating personalized packages to fit every budget!” – https://callalilytearoom.com/
Aurora
“An ice cream shop passionate about rich flavors and fresh ingredients.” A new ice cream shop in downtown Aurora. It’s officially called Charlie’s Silver Spoon Creamery in homage to the Silverplate building that it is housed in at the northeast corner of Downer Place and Stolp Avenue. The shop serves up about a dozen small batch, homemade ice cream flavors.
Aurora
Stop by Dairy Queen on Lake Street near downtown for some classic soft serve ice cream. A staple for years, Dairy Queen is a perfect treat after dinner or after a show. Now open year-round!
Aurora
Doughballs Pizza is a great place to pick up a quick slice of yummy New York style pizza. Or call ahead and pick up a pie to eat in or go. A handful of tables offers the chance to sit and relax.
Aurora
Endiro Coffee: A better menu, better coffee, better locations, and better careers. Enter the world of Endiro. A world that sees an end to child vulnerability. Enjoy lunch on their patio along the Fox River Trail or waffles on the deck, and read more about their mission HERE.
Aurora
Mexican cuisine! It is open Tuesday to Sunday 10 am to 8 pm.
Aurora
Gillerson’s Grubbery is the place to grab a burger along Restaurant Row in downtown Aurora. Visit the Grubbery for good foods and craft brews. Stop by for dinner or drinks. Whether it’s tater tots and a seasonal or a juicy burger with bacon and blue cheese, you’ll be glad that you stopped in this neighborhood gastric pub. Hungry?
Kids eat free on Sundays!
Aurora
Try award-winning steak at Fairbanks or treat yourself to a bite from Take Two. Hollywood Casino Aurora boasts some of the best casino dining options in the Chicago area. They offer a variety of choices, each with its own unique experience. From a quick bit to eat at Take Two between spins on the slots, to a truly fine dining experience at Fairbanks Steakhouse, Hollywood Casino Aurora dining can’t be beat.
Aurora
At Jake’s the bagels are made from scratch and steam-baked daily. Because the bagels are steamed and not boiled they’re soft both on the inside and out. Not only are the bagels homemade right in the shop, so is everything sold at Jake’s. With 15 different kinds of bagels and over 10 flavors of cream cheese, and a featured flavor of the month, there’s sure to be something to please everyone’s taste buds!
Aurora
Jimmy John’s sandwich shop is located on the ground floor of River Street Plaza. Dine in or get quick delivery. Enjoy a river view in the rear or an enjoyable lunch on the front patio.
Aurora
A local bakery found on East Galena.
Aurora
Pick up cakes, bakery items, doughnuts, delicious flan and dos leches cake out of their eye-popping, lip-licking display cases. La France welcomes you with an elegant ambiance and delicious, sweet treats. Enjoy quality-crafted custom cakes or a dessert after dinner in downtown Aurora. They offer indoor and outdoor cafe seating.
Aurora
Yelp review: “This place is really good! It is casual and perfect for my college life stature of living! I got two tacos for 3 bucks, and later realized they had a special: 5 tacos for 4 dollars!!
The tacos are amazing because they are completely handmade, fresh, and steaming when served on a foam plate. You can tell all of the ingredients are cut up and freshly served. I am very satisfied my new favorite spot!”
Aurora
La Quinta de los Reyes is a fine Mexican restaurant located on the northwest corner of New York and Broadway. Famed for their fresh table-side salsa and guacamole, La Quinta is a stand out in downtown Aurora. The two-story building boasts lots of room and an outdoor patio. Live mariachi music and karaoke adds to the festive ambiance.
Aurora
Dine in, carry out, or deliver. Noodles! Veggies! Tofu! And more. New China Hut #3 is a great choice for lunch or dinner in downtown Aurora.
Aurora
“Located in Aurora’s historical Pocus building, Society 57 is a seven-day a week social space designed to imaginatively bring people together from all walks of life. Our first phase, includes over 9,000 square feet of space and features a premiere wedding and event venue, an innovative coffeehouse, mid-size meeting rooms and more. Society 57. Where culture, coffee and community build a legacy to be remembered.” – Website
Make a reservation: https://www.exploretock.com/stolpislandsocial
Where 1920s Aurora meets refined timelessness. A place that makes you feel like you belong, Amy Morton’s newest eatery boasts steaks, pasta, and a seasonal menu, and is located directly next to the Paramount Theater. Amy Morton’s seasonal kitchen and steakhouse is welcoming, relaxed, and warm.
Aurora
In a hurry? Grab a quick bite to eat at everyone’s favorite sandwich shop. Subway sandwich shop is located on the ground floor of the parking garage at Downer Place and Stolp Avenue in downtown Aurora.
Aurora
Facebook review: “My favorite place for tacos. Great portions. Pastor and Lengua tacos are awesome! Mi lugar favorito para comer tacos. Las porciones son excelentes
Aurora
Popular among locals, Taqueria El Tio boasts $1 tacos on Mondays and a full menu for lunch and dinner. It’s conveniently located across from the Santori Library on River Street.
Aurora
Review from Yelp: “This place is probably one of the best Mexican place I’ve ever eaten at. The staff is sweet, and the restaurant itself is nice and clean. They start you off with chips and salsa which is ridiculously delicious! The salsa is spicy, but so so good! Once you start eating the salsa you won’t be able to stop..we asked for seconds and the lady was more than willing to give us more.”
Aurora
Enjoy authentic Mexican food at Torresmania #3 just east of the river. A cozy booth awaits you for lunch or dinner. Rated 4 1/2 stars on Yelp!
Aurora
Want to grab a coffee? Or a quick pastry? Meet your friends at Tredwell Coffee in downtown Aurora and enjoy the quaint atmosphere and great coffee. The cafe is open Monday through Saturday. A full menu of coffee drinks is available, as well as teas, bottled and canned beverages, and more. Outdoor seating is available on the rear deck overlooking the Fox River.
Aurora
Two Brothers Roundhouse is an Aurora destination. Passion for beer, love of food, and appreciation for great architecture flourishes in the walls of this historic 70,000 square foot facility.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Brothers Roundhouse is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States. As with their beer and food, the live entertainment has a local flair. Whether it be a wedding, reunion or corporate event, Two Brothers has a variety of spaces for friends and family to gather.
Aurora
Aurora 60506
Altiro Latin Fusion owners Roberto and Erika provide patrons with an experience. Enjoy tasty tacos, soups, and more delivered tapas style.
Aurora 60505
Mang-kuk is a Filipino-Asian Fusion Restaurant in downtown Aurora.