Aurora (Lexington Street)

Couldn't fault the food and the service. Although I wouldn't have minded a dessert menu to peruse rather than being told what was on offer. As for the atmosphere..... I couldn't breathe for the smoke. I really think a restaurant this size should be completely non-smoking. As it is there isn't even a non-smoking section. That stinks - quite literally.
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Bry - View all reviews by this user
Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 1 | Value for money 6
Wednesday, September 13, 2006

A real treat this restaurant

Took my wife there

Sexy little court yard out back

Friendly staff and the best tuna you could ever have

I have been going here for a few years now

our little slice of food heaven
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Phill Mckory
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 09, 2006

many thanks for a fantastic meal

i took a few work colleges there and they loved it

real food

real prices

real service

we have booked our christmas party there

cannot wait xx
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Pam Levis
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Fantastic level of service

i go for lunch most dayswith the girls

staff are friendly and helpfull not to mention cute LOL

love this restaurant a must for a lunch
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Karen Wilson
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Woooooow

Amazing service and food

what the hell are some of these peeeps going on about

Teh food was top notch and i went for double startes as it was devine

would definatly recomend
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Dean Clark
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Last week with two friends - table outside, great food (think tasty and hearty), great recommendation of wine, and charming, friendly service. I am honestly not related to the owners, but love this restaurant to bits - there is a certain familiar warmth to the delivery of everything whilst it maintains its subtle cool.
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Louise
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Monday, June 12, 2006

I took my girlfriend to Aurora recently, as I was told it was similar to Andrew Edmunds, but I must say I was disappointed. Our white wine was warm, our bread didn't arrive (although they tried to charge us for it) and the food was pretty uninspiring. The atmosphere and service were ok, but I wouldn't call it good value for money. My advice is check out Andrew Edmunds across the road, it's in a different league. They do everything far better, and for less money.
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Overall rating
Food 5 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 4
Thursday, May 18, 2006

I'm almost reticent to review this place. If I subject Aurora to a tirade, and describe the shoddy service, crap food and abysmal ambiance I encountered then perhaps the restaurant will remain known only to a few. Unfortunately, I lack that Selfish Gene. Aurora is possibly the finest restaurant I've ever visited in London. The food was excellent, the menu displaying a mastery of both the familiar and the unusual. The service was equally balanced, neither too overbearing nor too attentive. My companion declared the wine list 'just right' and the space itself is just right too. It accommodates up to 20 diners, with an additional tiny garden space for use in Summer. When I visited, I was struck not only by the gentle sound of perfectly pitched Johnny Cash but also by the stunning artworks on display. They've tuned the atmosphere perfectly. We dined at Balaans the previous night (dreadful), and the contrast between the two experiences could not be more marked.

Ye Gods, but I'll definitely be back!
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Aine Duffy
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, May 01, 2006

Oustanding on every level: superb food, fine selection of wines, truly ambient atmosphere, and - where a lot of restaurants fall down - the service is attentive without being in the slightest bit overbearing. I have eaten in some of the best restaurants in the world, and Aurora ranks way up there at the top of the list as a wonderful eating experience.
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Billy Houlston
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, April 03, 2006

I've been going to the Orrery (which I thought was The Aurora's "posher" sister in the west end) since 2002. I visited the Aurora last week for the first time - and what a gem! The Degustation Menu was every bit as good as the Orrery's Goumand and frankly the service was much better! My compliments to the wine waiter - he was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and made the evening for us. I'm surprised at the comment below from Caroline - we found the service excellent, the tables well spaced and the whole atmosphere very calm and conducive. Give this place a try - and if it's a special occasion go for the Menu Degustation with the wine selection included. You won't be disappointed!
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Lindsey Byrne
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, March 01, 2006