The Willcox Restaurant

4.7 (876)

$31 to $50

American

100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

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2 people

May 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Our kitchen enjoys an exceptional reputation built on the creative talents of our chefs. The menu is American, although our chef draws inspiration from his international travels. Whether you’re enjoying Southern breezes poolside, the cozy club setting of our lobby or relaxing in our dining room, rest assured that your meal is memorable and your service is prompt and cheerful.

The Willcox has received high honors for sustainability and is routinely recognized by Wine Spectator and our community for our food, cocktails and staff. Come break bread with us. The experience is unpretentious and remarkably delicious.

When booking your reservation please consider the bar booking is in our Lobby area, and that outdoor reservations are not guaranteed a table inside in the event of inclement weather.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–9:45 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 3:00 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(803) 679-5050
Website
http://www.thewillcox.com/restaurant-lobby-bar/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Philip Friesen
Catering
Our award-winning chef will design a menu to impress the most well-traveled palates. Elevate your gathering with amazing meals, whether presented buffet-style or served individually. Choose from our array of menus designed to enhance any time of day, or let us custom design an unforgettable feast to highlight your event’s theme.
Private party facilities
The Willcox specializes in pairing the ultimate atmosphere with impeccable service, from exclusive board meetings and corporate retreats to private dinners and large celebrations. Our well-appointed rooms and onsite professional event planners can organize every element of an amazing experience for your guests. Whether it’s a gala banquet everyone talks about for months or the right snacks for mid-morning munchies, we’ll work with you to create the perfect event.

Location
100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801
Neighborhood
Aiken
Cross street
Chesterfield
Parking details
Minimal Parking out front of The Restaurant, We offer complementary Valet. Additional parking at the Library across the road.
Public transit
N/A
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Belgian Waffle$13.00
fresh fruit, whipped cream, maple syrup
Greek Yogurt Parfait$13.00
Greek yogurt, blueberry compote, strawberry coulis, vanilla almond granola, honey, fresh berries
Avocado Toast$18.00
smoked salmon, poached eggs, multigrain bread
Willcox Breakfast$20.00
two eggs any way, bacon, sausage, smashed potato, toast
Eggs Benedict$20.00
Canadian bacon, poached egg, hollandaise
Avocado B.L.T.E.$18.00
avocado, fried egg, Nueske bacon, heirloom tomato, bibb lettuce, candied jalapeno remoulade

Sides

Bacon$6.00
Fruit Cup$6.00
Grits$5.00
Toast$4.00
Fried Potato$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip Coffee$3.00
Latte$4.00
Cappuccino$4.00
Espresso$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl Grey$4.00
English Breakfast$4.00
Morrocan Mint$4.00

What 876 people are saying

The Willcox Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Willcox Restaurant, a charming Southern gem, offers "exquisite food" with a warm, elegant ambiance perfect for special occasions. Guests praise the "amazing service" and "delicious food," from brunch to dinner, with standout mentions of the "best tomato bisque" and "world-class burger." A must-visit for its "refined yet comfortable" atmosphere.

876 Reviews

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Colleen
Tampa6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was wonderful and delicious as always. Tge service was perfect, and we all enjoyed our Mother's Day brunch. Just wish there was a no lox in the frittata option. For such a limited special menu, there was a lot of seafood options. No one at our table would eat seafood.
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Angeline VIP
Atlanta5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was so sweet and lovely! Very attentive to us.
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AMBeck
Western NC2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was outstanding. We splurged and got the caviar service-what a treat! Food was amazing, service was great, and the ambiance was perfect. We will be back
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Rob
Denver10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch date at the Wilcox. Great food, excellency service, and terrific ambiance.
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Ryan
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pricey, but worth it as a nice special occasion type of place.
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Martin
Charleston22 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We love the Willcox and have been coming for brunch for a few years.. we just recommend changing up the menu occasionally and adding a special or 2 , it’s basically the same items for past 4-5 years .. AND portions smaller . I has Caesar salad with grilled chicken, left hungry
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Elliott
Charleston12 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely place to have brunch. Food was delicious and service great. It’s a bit dark for folks with vision issues, but manageable with your phone light. Thank you.
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Julie
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was outstanding. My husband was disappointed with his salad and discussed it with the manager, who was very responsive. (The salad didn't contain all the goodies expected from the those listed on the menu.) The wine pairings were perfect with our meals.
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Timothy VIP
Atlanta17 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great. The chicken Milanese was spectacular. The wedge salad was fresh and very tasty. The NC rainbow trout was less pleasing. The curry carrot spread was overpowering. Also the price point for one trout filet seemed excessive.
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Richard
Miami3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again my wife and I were impressed with the Easter Buffet that Matt and his team put together for Easter. Food was great and service was tops. Would always recommend the Wilcox for either a holiday meal or a romantic dinner.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on April 23, 2025
Thank you for your loyalty and for celebrating such special occasions with us! We're delighted that you enjoy the food, ambiance, and service, and we truly appreciate your kind words about Matt, our chefs, and our Easter Buffet. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more holiday or romantic meals! Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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FAQs

The Willcox Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (803) 679-5050.

The Willcox Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 876 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

Additional information

Cross street
Chesterfield
Neighborhood
Aiken
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–9:45 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 3:00 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Minimal Parking out front of The Restaurant, We offer complementary Valet. Additional parking at the Library across the road.
Public transit
N/A
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Philip Friesen
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thewillcox.com/restaurant-lobby-bar/
Phone number
(803) 679-5050
Catering
Our award-winning chef will design a menu to impress the most well-traveled palates. Elevate your gathering with amazing meals, whether presented buffet-style or served individually. Choose from our array of menus designed to enhance any time of day, or let us custom design an unforgettable feast to highlight your event’s theme.
Private party facilities
The Willcox specializes in pairing the ultimate atmosphere with impeccable service, from exclusive board meetings and corporate retreats to private dinners and large celebrations. Our well-appointed rooms and onsite professional event planners can organize every element of an amazing experience for your guests. Whether it’s a gala banquet everyone talks about for months or the right snacks for mid-morning munchies, we’ll work with you to create the perfect event.

The Willcox Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Popular dishes

Shrimp and Grits

Caramelized Brioche French Toast

CAB 16oz Ribeye

Menu

Breakfast

Belgian Waffle$13.00

Greek Yogurt Parfait$13.00

Avocado Toast$18.00

Willcox Breakfast$20.00

Eggs Benedict$20.00

Avocado B.L.T.E.$18.00

Sides

Bacon$6.00

Fruit Cup$6.00

Grits$5.00

Toast$4.00

Fried Potato$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip Coffee$3.00

Latte$4.00

Cappuccino$4.00

Espresso$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl Grey$4.00

English Breakfast$4.00

Morrocan Mint$4.00

What 876 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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