25 Essential Aurora Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Aurora.
Maciano's Pizza & Pastaria
Illinois
Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta & panini in relaxed, modern surroundings.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Illinois
an everyday essential table known for disciplined american restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 88.4.
Tasty Chef
Illinois
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Aurora's most persuasive chinese restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 87.3.
Subbamma's Kitchen
Aurora, Illinois
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Pomegranate Restaurant & Cafe
Aurora, Illinois
Strip-mall cafe with a patio serving American & Greek specialties plus breakfast all day.
ritosmexicanrestaurant.com
Aurora, Illinois
Simple option for basic Mexican fare & cocktails including margaritas, plus TV sports.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Aurora, Illinois
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Pariente Mix
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Giordano's
Aurora, Illinois
Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.
Don Walker's Sandwich Center
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Spartan Ale House
Aurora, Illinois
An array of classic American bar fare & full drink menu in a relaxed, modern sports bar setting.
Buona
Aurora, Illinois
Long-standing local chain eatery known for Italian beef sandwiches, plus pizza, burgers & salads.
Tacos y Burritos Jalisco
Aurora, Illinois
Compact, no-nonsense Mexican joint turning out an array of tacos, burritos & other simple eats.
Pub 56
Aurora, Illinois
Informal American joint featuring numerous craft brews & TVs in roomy digs with a publike ambiance.
Honey Berry Pancakes and Cafe
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
Miller's Ale House
Aurora, Illinois
Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers.
Basil's Greek Dining
Aurora, Illinois
Stylish, casual Greek taverna serving classic meze, kebabs, flatbreads & Mediterranean comfort food.
Firehouse Subs Eola Commons
Aurora, Illinois
Counter-serve sandwich chain offering made-to-order hot & cold subs, plus a variety of hot sauces.
3Chefs Persian Cuisine
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Little Pops NY Pizzeria Aurora
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for.
Fireside Grille
Aurora, Illinois
Quaint mainstay for steaks & classic American cuisine in homey digs with a full bar & fireplace.
Mayo Grill
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Denny's Restaurant
Aurora, Illinois
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
Anchor Bar Oswego
Aurora, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection.
The Town Bar & Grill
Aurora, Illinois
Laid-back haunt offering numerous brews, plus wings & other bites, poker nights & a patio.