No photo of this bar survives from the 2008 site.

Aura Nightclub

5 E. 19th St. · at 5th Ave.
Union Square/ Flatiron, Manhattan

In 2026

A different business is licensed at this address: Thai Villa

A different licensed business now operates at this address

Later here: Roam (licensed 2015–16).

From New York State Liquor Authority active licenses, downloaded October 9, 2026.

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Overview

This low pretense club/lounge hosts a variety of 80's music events to match its height of 80's cool décor. The dance floor is sandwiched between the lounge and bar creating a mixed use nightmare for those still sober enough to worry about having drinks spilled on them.

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