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Hardware, North Aurora, IL

Hardware

4.8
4.8
3766 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 54 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Hardware is a Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery, complete with greenhouse and Organic Hop Farm.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (630) 299-3977
  • Website
    http://www.eathardware.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alysemarie Warren
  • Location
    2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542
  • Neighborhood
    Aurora
  • Cross street
    Oak St
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Brunch

  • 3 Cheddar and Tomato$13.00

    Young, truffle and 5 yr cheddar grilled cheese with mighty vine yellow tomato

    • Apple Cinnamon French Toast$10.00

      Cinnamon apples, mascarpone, maple syrup

      Appetizer Share Plates

      • Baked Goat Cheese$14.00

        Goat cheese, jalapeno jam, caramelized shallots, balsamic dates, Castelvetrano olives and rosemary oil on a grilled ciabatta

        • Bone Marrow$17.00

          Roasted bone marrow, sweet pickled carrots, red wine cherries, spiced fried quinoa, toasted brioche

          Green House Salads

          • Green House Salad$9.00

            Carioca, winter density, Nevada and breen lettuces, watercress-infused oil, white balsamic, and honey herb mustard

            • Mushroom and Egg Salad$13.00

              Marinated cremini mushrooms, red pepper, green onion, jalapeno, carrot, sous vide egg, sesame seeds, magenta, kale, mizuna lettuce, spicy Thai vinaigrette

              Dinner Entree Plates

              • Bison Burger$16.00

                Two 1/4 lb. house-made bison and pork patties, truffle white cheddar or 5-year old cheddar, hardware greens, Dijon mayonnaise, tomato, brioche bun. Choose a cheese: Truffle White Cheddar, 5-Year Old Cheddar

                • Brisket$23.00

                  14 hour in-house smoked brisket, B.B.G.B. coffee stout BBQ, rustic mashed potato, corn relish. (Gluten free BBQ available)

                  Lunch Grill Cheese

                  • Creamy Artichoke Grilled Cheese Lunch$14.00

                    Parmesan and artichoke cream cheese, 5 year cheddar, smoked Gouda and toasted broiche

                    • Georgia Peach Grilled Cheese Lunch$14.00

                      Brie cheese, goat cheese, grilled peach jam, spinach, candied pecans on country white bread

                      Last updated: February 2, 2022

                      What 3,766 people are saying

                      Overall ratings and reviews

                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                      4.8
                      4.8 based on recent ratings
                      • 4.7Food
                      • 4.8Service
                      • 4.8Ambience
                      • 4.5Value

                      Noise • Moderate

                      Loved For

                      • West Suburbs

                        Best Ambiance

                      • West Suburbs

                        Innovative

                      • West Suburbs

                        Great for outdoor dining

                      • West Suburbs

                        Contemporary American

                      Review summary

                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                      Hardware offers an unforgettable dining experience with "amazing food" and "top-notch service." The relaxed atmosphere and sustainable practices, including on-site grown ingredients, elevate its charm. Patrons rave about the "incredible" Korean Fried Rice and "fantastic" outdoor seating. Despite occasional service hiccups, the overall enthusiasm for Hardware is undeniable, making it a must-visit culinary destination.

                      3,766 Reviews

                      1. David

                        Chicago

                        5 reviews

                        5.0

                        5 reviews

                        Dined 1 day ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Great night. Mussels, octopus, and steaks were all perfect.

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                      2. Susan

                        Chicago

                        23 reviews

                        5.0

                        23 reviews

                        Dined 2 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Love this place ! Excellent waitress, great menu, ambiance perfect will come back for sure !

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                      3. JoannaL

                        Chicago

                        11 reviews

                        4.0

                        11 reviews

                        Dined 5 days ago

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        A friend recommended Hardware since we were going to be in the area. It’s a bit of a drive from us, but I’d definitely go back. We were seated in the heated patio area. The heater was a little loud and without, it was drafty but the fireplace was warm and beautiful. The drink menu is whiskey & bourbon dence but we had a nice red and a couple of really good local beers to start. We ordered 4 dishes and shared . My favorite was the brisket which came with the best potatoes I’ve had in a long time and served with just the right amount of a delicious sauce. Korean pork fried rice was another great pick. The salmon on the salmon salad was the right smokiness. The least favorite was the pork tenderloin which was perfectly prepared but needed a better sauce. The atmosphere and service were great. Their mission is commendable and something worth supporting.

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                      4. Adam

                        Chicago

                        5 reviews

                        4.0

                        5 reviews

                        Dined 5 days ago

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        Went for Christmas Eve dinner. It was a little more crowded than expected. Had a charcuterie board, short rib pot pie, bison burger, and strawberry trifle. Everything was good. Especially enjoyed the charcuterie board.

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                      5. SEAN

                        VIP

                        Chicago

                        26 reviews

                        3.0

                        26 reviews

                        Dined 7 days ago

                        1. Overall 3
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Red wine serving should go in a smaller glass. Great food but a little pricey. The beer is top notch as well.

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                      6. Barbara

                        VIP

                        Chicago

                        8 reviews

                        5.0

                        8 reviews

                        Dined 7 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        I've never had a bad experience at Hardware. The food is excellent, I love the fact that so much of their menu is locally sourced. The wait staff is always outstanding.

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                      7. JENNIFER

                        VIP

                        Chicago

                        12 reviews

                        5.0

                        12 reviews

                        Dined on December 21, 2024

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Our group of meat lovers, a young child and my vegan daughter all had a wonderful meal. Waitstaff was exceptional and very knowledgeable about the menu-both food and beverages. His suggestions were spot-on. Definitely worth the drive from Chicago for us. We will be back!

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                      8. David

                        Chicago

                        7 reviews

                        5.0

                        7 reviews

                        Dined on December 21, 2024

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        I LOVE this restaurant! The charcuterie (sp) tray is fabulous. I especially love the Flatiron steak; what a tender, delicious meal. I cannot wait to return to Hardware for dinner!

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                      9. Ryan

                        Chicago

                        6 reviews

                        2.0

                        6 reviews

                        Dined on December 20, 2024

                        1. Overall 2
                        2. Food 2
                        3. Service 2
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Forgot to make my 7 year olds meal after I requested to have the kids orders out first. Waitress didn’t apologize about it until I let her know I was disappointed. Brisket was completely dry and tough. For being smoked 14 hours it seemed like it wasn’t given any resting time. Mussels tasted like peanut butter. Pot pie was fine. Been here a lot in the past and loved it. That’s why I came here for my birthday. Unfortunately, this time it was a miss.

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                      10. William

                        VIP

                        Chicago

                        70 reviews

                        4.0

                        70 reviews

                        Dined on December 18, 2024

                        1. Overall 4
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Food was excellent Great selection of beers including NA beers. The bartender was excellent too.

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                      FAQs

                      Hardware offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (630) 299-3977.

                      Hardware is rated 4.8 stars by 3766 OpenTable diners.

                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                      Make a reservation

                      2 people
                      7:30 PM
                      Booked 54 times today

                      Order delivery or takeout

                      Google Map for Hardware

                      2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542

                      Additional information

                      • Cross street
                        Oak St
                      • Neighborhood
                        Aurora
                      • Hours of operation
                        Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
                      • Price
                        $30 and under
                      • Cuisines
                        Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
                      • Dining style
                        Casual Dining
                      • Dress code
                        Casual Dress
                      • Parking details
                        Private Lot
                      • Payment options
                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                      • Executive chef
                        Alysemarie Warren
                      • Additional
                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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