The Willcox Restaurant

4.7

813 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 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

Popular dishes

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

What 813 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!

813 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
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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Susan
Charleston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
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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Joe
VIP
Charleston
101 reviews
3.0
101 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Hotel is beautiful and very nice restaurant! Food is very good but the presentation is pretty sad. We were there for brunch and all thought the food was good, nothing but the entree came with the meal. I had a ABLT sandwich and it came on a beautiful plate with noting as a side or any greenery! Same with the eggs benedict, and the bread from the sandwich was something you buy in a grocery store! they need to up their game or get a new chef if they want to act as a high end restaurant! IF I was going to a deli this would be fine but come on! Service was great, drinks were ok!
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Gretchen
Atlanta Metro
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time here was an excellent dining experience! Carolina took great care of us! Looking forward to trying their other menus; brunch was delicious!
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Rachel
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days 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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Heather
VIP
Jacksonville
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 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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suzy
VIP
Charleston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 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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john
VIP
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Relax! Eat! Enjoy! Life less complicated. Food great. Service outstanding!
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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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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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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 813 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Shrimp and Grits

Caramelized Brioche French Toast

CAB 16oz Ribeye

Breakfast

Belgian Waffle$12.00

Greek Yogurt Parfait$17.00

Avocado Toast$12.00

Willcox Breakfast$19.00

Eggs Benedict$16.00

Avocado B.L.T.E.$17.00

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Willcox Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Willcox Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is The Willcox Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information