Aura Restaurant & Lounge
$$ • New American, American, Lounges
Hours:
12851 University Ave #400, Clive
(515) 225-6005
About Aura Restaurant & Lounge
Customers' Favorites
Aura Restaurant & Lounge Reviews
We had a wonderful date night here! The food was incredible and the atmosphere was very relaxing! Will be back just for the Korean Fried Cauliflower alone!
Our neighborhood group visited Auea last evening and we were all raving about our experience! The food was great, and Grace did an awesome job serving us!
Great expertise and quick, nice service!
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Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Aura Restaurant & Lounge offers a diverse menu with delicious options, including flatbreads, entrees, and the popular Brussels sprouts. The staff is friendly and attentive, providing excellent service that helps create a memorable dining experience. The restaurant has a stylish and warm atmosphere, making it a popular choice in the area. Guests enjoy top-notch cocktails, such as the smoked peach mocktail served in beautiful glassware. The ambiance is lively yet comfortable, perfect for a date or a relaxing evening out. The owner and staff are very friendly and willing to go the extra mile for everyone, often interacting with diners to ensure a great experience. Visitors appreciate the calm atmosphere, which makes Aura a great spot for special occasions like birthdays or group dinners. Many guests enjoy the shared sides with their entrées, although there have been recent changes to the side options. Guests often recommend the salmon, and while the food is generally fabulous, there have been mixed reviews about specific dishes, like the filet which some found to have too much sauce. The menu also features creative dishes like miniature beef Wellingtons and the strip steak special, which are highly praised. Desserts, including decadent lava cake and seasonal panna cotta, receive excellent reviews. The service is very good, with food delivered together and wine orders arriving promptly. Overall, Aura offers a combination of good food, inviting atmosphere, and friendly service that keeps visitors coming back for more.