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The Willcox Restaurant, Aiken, SC

The Willcox Restaurant

4.7
4.7
810 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Menu

$2 split charge

Breakfast

  • Belgian Waffle$12.00

    fresh fruit, whipped cream, maple syrup

    • Greek Yogurt Parfait$17.00

      Greek yogurt, blueberry compote, strawberry coulis, vanilla almond granola, honey, fresh berries

      • Avocado Toast$12.00

        smoked salmon, poached eggs, sourdough

        • Willcox Breakfast$19.00

          two eggs any way, bacon, sausage, smashed potato, toast

          • Eggs Benedict$16.00

            arugula, country ham, poached egg, hollandaise

            • Avocado B.L.T.E.$17.00

              avocado, fried egg, Nueske bacon, heirloom tomato, bibb lettuce, candied jalapeno remoulade, spring greens salad

              Sides

              • Bacon$5.00

                • Fruit Cup$5.00

                  • Grits$4.00

                    • Toast$3.00

                      • Fried Potato$4.00

                        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

                                      Last updated: November 27, 2024

                                      What 810 people are saying

                                      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
                                      • 4.6Food
                                      • 4.8Service
                                      • 4.8Ambience
                                      • 4.5Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      The Willcox Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food" and "outstanding value." Guests rave about the "fantastic service" provided by standout servers like Tristan, Bruce, and Madeline. The atmosphere is "great," whether enjoying a "memorable anniversary dinner" or relaxing with cocktails in Aiken's living room. A top choice for special occasions!

                                      810 Reviews

                                      1. OpenTable Diner

                                        Atlanta Metro

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Server was excellent and food was delicious! Thank you for a special time with our friends. We will be back.

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                                      2. Susan

                                        Charleston

                                        4 reviews

                                        3.0

                                        4 reviews

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 3
                                        2. Food 3
                                        3. Service 3
                                        4. Ambience 4
                                        Food and service were average. Expected better from the Willcox. I had shrimp and grits. Shrimp were flavorless and grits were soupy.

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                                      3. Rachel

                                        San Francisco

                                        5 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        5 reviews

                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We met with friends to have a few appetizers and drinks. We ended up making a dinner out of the several appetizers. It was so much fun!!

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                                      4. Heather

                                        VIP

                                        Jacksonville

                                        13 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        13 reviews

                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Great experience, wonderful staff and excellent food

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                                      5. suzy

                                        VIP

                                        Charleston

                                        10 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        10 reviews

                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Always a pleasure to sit in the Lobby and have a nice meal at the Willcox!

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                                      6. Deborah

                                        Charleston

                                        1 review

                                        5.0

                                        1 review

                                        Dined on January 4, 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 4
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        it is always a treat to be at the Willcox whether it is brunch, dinner or jazz on Thursdays. Lovely atmosphere, the ambiance is perfect and the service is wonderful.

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                                      7. Kimberly

                                        VIP

                                        Charleston

                                        13 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        13 reviews

                                        Dined on December 30, 2024

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        One of the most wonderful meals I’ve ever had! Stephanie was on point with suggestions and recommendations and, as always, made us feel like her family. The pork chop was absolutely amazing! Thank you so much!

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                                      8. Steve

                                        Richmond

                                        9 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        9 reviews

                                        Dined on December 30, 2024

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Wonderful good, superior service. My wife loved her birthday dinner. Will definitely be back.

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                                      9. Charles

                                        VIP

                                        Charleston

                                        12 reviews

                                        4.0

                                        12 reviews

                                        Dined on December 30, 2024

                                        1. Overall 4
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 3
                                        4. Ambience 3
                                        Although the food was very good the servers seemed to concentrate on the larger tables rather than the 2 tops. Not sure if this was in the hopes of getting a better tip.

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                                      10. wayne

                                        VIP

                                        Charleston

                                        95 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        95 reviews

                                        Dined on December 29, 2024

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        We got off to a rocky start when ordering. They were out of the oysters, duck liver pate, and the Chilean Sea Bass. So we regrouped. I ordered Arugula Salad with honey goat cheese and strawberries as an appetizer. So good...a delightful sweet/tart combo. My partner ordered Shrimp Cocktail. I must say I've never seen such a big portion. He said they were delicious. As a main dish I ordered the Rainbow Trout special. The best fish I've ever had! As an entree he ordered the Steak which also was superb. For dessert there was some sort of pecan gelato with caramel sauce. Yumm. The service was perfect despite the fact that the restaurant was packed!!! We'll be back and I hope they have the duck liver pate which is my fav.

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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 810 OpenTable diners.

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

                                      Make a reservation

                                      2 people
                                      7:00 PM
                                      Booked 10 times today

                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                      Google Map for The Willcox Restaurant

                                      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.
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