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The Willcox Restaurant, Aiken, SC

The Willcox Restaurant

4.7
4.7
792 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood 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 07:00–09:45 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:45 Bar Daily 10:00–22:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Afternoon Tea Daily 15:00–16:45 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:45
  • Phone number
    (803) 679-5050
  • 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.
  • Area
    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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 792 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
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Willcox Restaurant in Aiken consistently impresses with its "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests adore the charming ambiance, which pairs perfectly with a diverse menu featuring standout items like flavorful steaks and brussels sprouts. Many highlight the outdoor dining experience and the welcoming atmosphere, making it a "must-visit" destination.

792 Reviews
  1. Frank

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Very disappointed in management at the restaurant as I made afternoon tea reservations that were not honored because the restaurant failed to state ‘only after 3pm’ on the afternoon tea booking page. So my 12:45pm reservation was not honored after confirming time and adding ‘Afternoon Tea’ in the note box on the tea reservation booking page AND confirming with phone call to restaurant with staff member.
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience. I sincerely apologize for the frustration and disappointment during your visit. We deeply value our guests, and it’s disheartening to hear we fell short. As a locally owned establishment, we take pride in warm, personalized service, and I regret we didn’t deliver. While we strive for seamless service, mistakes can happen. We've updated our website to better communicate afternoon tea hours and prevent future issues. If you give us another chance, I’d be honored to personally host you and your friends for tea. Please reach out to me directly, and I’ll ensure everything is perfect. Warm regards, Matthew Sayer General Manager.

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  2. susan

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Willcox is a great girls getaway location. We were there with our mom for lunch. We were seated at a quaint sitting area in the front lobby area. The food was delicious- fish and chips, ham and burrata salad, chicken sandwich and a cup of the tomato bisque (my fav). We arrived a few minutes before our reservations and were seated right away.

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  3. Mary

    VIP

    Charleston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Wilcox is always a treat at Christmas! Great service! Food was good. Fish was a little dry. Overall excellent experience.

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  4. Mark

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Christmas spirt was in the air ! Aiken had the horse & dog parade which passed right in front of the hotel. Parking was a little hard to find but, the food made it worth while ! We can’t wait to have lunch out by the pool but, in the meantime we will have to sit in some comfortable couches near the fire place and sip on our drinks ! 😁

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  5. Jennifer

    Charlotte

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the most amazing dining experience. Our server was so awesome and the food was incredible. We had 4 starters, dessert, a bottle of wine and a couple of additional drinks and we expected our bill to be WAY more. Breakfast is included if you stay at the hotel (also highly recommend) and there’s a small charge for room service. Will definitely come again.

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  6. Tammy

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and fantastic salmon tacos & crème brûlée!

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  7. Colleen

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Love the beauty and history of the Wilcox. The dining room is lovely. The grilled chicken sandwich was not good.
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded on 13 December 2024
    We’re so glad you enjoyed the beauty and history of The Willcox, as well as the charm of our dining room. However, I’m sorry to hear that the grilled chicken sandwich didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and I’ll be sure to share your comments with our culinary team. We hope to welcome you back soon and provide an even better dining experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts!

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  8. Linda

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and cozy and comfortable atmosphere. Couldn't be better.

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  9. Deborah

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little much with little girls that were not being controlled by their parents. They almost spilled their drinks on us and were crawling under our legs. The rest of the evening was wonderful and festive.

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  10. Scott

    Charleston

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply a wonderful place food was fantastic and the wait staff very plesant . I will be back Best to all

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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 792 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Willcox Restaurant

100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chesterfield
  • Area
    Aiken
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–09:45 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:45 Bar Daily 10:00–22:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Afternoon Tea Daily 15:00–16:45 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:45
  • 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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • 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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