The Willcox Restaurant

4.7

847 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

21:00

Booked 3 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

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
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
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

Popular dishes

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

Sides

BaconUS$6.00
Fruit CupUS$6.00
GritsUS$5.00
ToastUS$4.00
Fried PotatoUS$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip CoffeeUS$3.00
LatteUS$4.00
CappuccinoUS$4.00
EspressoUS$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl GreyUS$4.00
English BreakfastUS$4.00
Morrocan MintUS$4.00

What 847 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 offers a "wonderful atmosphere" and "excellent food," making it a "must visit." Guests rave about the exceptional service, with standout servers like Bruce and Winston enhancing the dining experience. The menu delights with dishes like shrimp and grits and steaks, ensuring a memorable experience.

847 Reviews

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Fish VIP
Baltimore18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both had fish, but both the salmon and the halibut were awesome!
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Ron
Charleston1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed the experience. Our server, Taylor, was very attentive.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you Ron!
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Alex
Greater Boston2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We love this place! We waited a long time for our main courses to arrive. The maitre d’ / manager was dressed in slacks, sneakers a polo and a vest….did not look like He worked in this place. He was very friendly and picked up the slack when the waiters were a bit overwhelmed. Will be back soon.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you love The Willcox and appreciate your patience with the wait. It's great to hear that the manager stepped in to assist. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Mat -GM
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DeborahA VIP
Atlanta7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the new decor! Excellent food and service. One of my favorite places to dine.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted that you love the new décor and continue to enjoy the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Matt -GM
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Deborah
Charleston1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were seated at a small table next to the exterior wall/entrance for our scheduled reservation. There was cold air blowing through 3 vents, despite the hostess putting removable, magnetic covers over them. It was an uncomfortable place to sit, enjoy and relax for our dinner. If you intend to eat at this restaurant, request a table in the main dining room. Our server forgot about my husband's cappuccino at the end of our meal, otherwise our server and food was good.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the food and service overall but regret that your seating arrangement and the cold air made your experience less comfortable. We appreciate your suggestion and will take it into consideration. We hope to provide a more enjoyable visit next time! Matt -GM
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Kelly
Atlanta3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tristan, our waiter was friendly and attentive. The burger is world-class.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear that Tristan took great care of you and that you enjoyed the burger. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Matt -GM
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TimM
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience in the lounge was perfect! Our waiter helped us choose the perfect appetizers and kept our drinks full. We had a wonderful time!
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the lounge ambiance and that your waiter took great care of you. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience! Matt - GM
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Alexa VIP
Vancouver39 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food and service very good. Table in middle of busy thoroughfare of lobby.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the food and service. We appreciate your note about the table location and will keep it in mind for future visits. We hope to welcome you back soon! Matt- GM
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Tom
Charleston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I celebrate our birthdays and our anniversary at the Wilcox restaurant, because we love the food , the ambiance and the service, which includes the staff looking out for our gluten free diets. That they have a free valet service is a plus, but please don't forget to tip the kids who park the cars. We have never had a bad meal at the Wilcox and will continue to look forward to our next outing there.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
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 our staff's attention to gluten-free options. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals! Matt -GM
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Barbara
Nashville32 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every visit to the Willlcox is a delight! Jason, our server, was very gracious and the food was just right. Thanks you for a lovely luncheon.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you had another delightful visit and that Jason took great care of you. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Matt - GM
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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 847 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

21:00

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Shrimp and Grits

Caramelized Brioche French Toast

CAB 16oz Ribeye

Breakfast

Belgian WaffleUS$13.00

Greek Yogurt ParfaitUS$13.00

Avocado ToastUS$18.00

Willcox BreakfastUS$20.00

Eggs BenedictUS$20.00

Avocado B.L.T.E.US$18.00

Sides

BaconUS$6.00

Fruit CupUS$6.00

GritsUS$5.00

ToastUS$4.00

Fried PotatoUS$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip CoffeeUS$3.00

LatteUS$4.00

CappuccinoUS$4.00

EspressoUS$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl GreyUS$4.00

English BreakfastUS$4.00

Morrocan MintUS$4.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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How is The Willcox Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is The Willcox Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

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