Aurora Italiana

Aurora Italiana is a restaurant in West Bloomfield, MI, serving authentic Italian cuisine rooted in regional tradition. The kitchen prepares housemade pasta, thoughtfully prepared proteins, and seasonal ingredients treated as the focus of the plate, alongside a menu of antipasto that includes Fritto Misto, crispy fried calamari, shrimp and zucchini with cherry peppers and ammoglio; Foccacia with rosemary, sea salt and olive oil served with stracciatella cheese; Shrimp Diavola with jumbo tiger shrimp in spicy diavola sauce; Cozze e Vongole, fresh mussels and baby clams in white wine garlic sauce; Burrata al Pesto with D.O.P. burrata and salsa verde; Arancini, handmade rice balls filled with saffron risotto and melted mozzarella; and Formaggi e Salumi. The restaurant also offers happy hour, an Italian wine selection, private dining, catering, and carryout or delivery. It holds a rating of 4.70.

The restaurant is inspired by Capri, Italy, and describes itself as a blend of modern dining and relaxed Italian charm, with an interior designed for comfort. Its hospitality draws on the spirit of Capri, providing a space for gatherings and connection, and the kitchen's approach is built on value, simplicity, family, and a love of sharing meals. Aurora Italiana welcomes walk-ins, though reservations are suggested for a preferred time and date. Private event inquiries and catering are handled for all locations. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 11pm, with Friday hours beginning at 4pm.

Aurora Italiana sits on Orchard Lake Rd, just north of Maple Rd, about 0.3 miles from West Maple Road and roughly 0.4 miles from Orchard Lake Middle School. Orchard Mall is about 0.2 miles away, and Old Orchard Shopping Center is about 0.4 miles away. Parking is available in the lot directly in front of the restaurant and in the plaza lot behind, with valet available Thursday through Sunday and expanded during peak season.

The restaurant has earned a positive rating from the customers who have reviewed it, reflecting how its Italian cooking and hospitality are received in West Bloomfield.