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Hardware, North Aurora, IL

Hardware

4.7 (3868)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Hardware is a Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery, complete with greenhouse and Organic Hop Farm.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alysemarie Warren
  • Neighborhood
    Aurora
  • Cross street
    Oak St
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,868 people are saying

Hardware 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • West Suburbs

    Innovative

  • West Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hardware offers a "super cool farm-to-table vibe" with an eclectic menu and outstanding food. Revel in "amazing brussels sprouts" and the "best burger" while enjoying their extensive whiskey selection. Guests consistently praise the "excellent service" and "warm, inviting" atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.
3,868 Reviews
  1. Steve VIP

    Chicago / Illinois16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great meal, as always. I find the atmosphere and the service like nothing else in the area. Everyone is so knowledgeable about the menu and how things are prepared. It is a special spot.

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  2. Cyndi

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great brunch-excellent food in a relaxing atmosphere. Our server was fun and engaging- she made great recommendations.

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  3. ARIELLE VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really loved our experience at Hardware. I loved the vibe, such an amazing concept. The food was beautiful and delicious. The entrees were excellent, we all cleaned our plates. The brussels sprouts were a recommendation and I would absolutely skip these, they are shaved and then deep-fried so it’s like you get a basket of lawn clippings. Very odd. But aside from that we loved our experience and we will be back. Still gets 5 stars from me!

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  4. Susan

    Chicago / Illinois28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent as always! Everyone is always so nice and we felt very welcome and well taken care of. We enjoyed sitting out on their beautiful patio as well.

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  5. Jon VIP

    Chicago / Illinois107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all around, as always. It’s always nice to see our favorite server, Chad, and the gang.

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  6. Diann

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful server for our visit to Hardware for our anniversary dinner. He helped us make choices from recommendations which were all great. Food was delicious & wonderful offerings by the chef. Highly recommend for a wonderful dining experience.

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  7. PJ VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hardware never disappoints! The food and service are outstanding and the cocktails are next level.

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  8. Lyle

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An eclectic selection of entrees, appetizers and dessert. Our table had 5 different entrees, three appetizers and the pork belly with cherry sauce for dessert. Everything was very, very good. The wait staff is top notch. Informative, pleasant and attentive. Great ambiance inside and out. The Bloody Mary was one of the best l have ever had. However way, way too small. It might be good but not worth the cost. The noise level is extream. We had to request the music be turned down. Even with the music down it was still hard to hear across the table. Luckily we were in a section without other patrons. When a group of 8 came the only way to hear was to basically yell across the table. Other than the noise level it is absolutely a place to try. Unfortunately we live about 150 miles away.

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  9. Chun VIP

    Chicago / Illinois20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went there for brunch. The frittata was excellent, well prepared very well seasoned. We had the spent grain cinnamon roll as well, which is amazing. Comes out piping hot, not over the top sweet, just perfect for our taste. Service was very good as well. Nice to be in a place where the staff is experienced. More of their “crops” are growing now, which makes the place look really cool. Will definitely go again.

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  10. Betsy

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can always count on a great experience here. The only thing I wish is, the menu items would change occasionally.

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FAQs

Hardware offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (630) 299-3977.

Hardware is rated 4.7 stars by 3868 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Hardware

2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Oak St
  • Neighborhood
    Aurora
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alysemarie Warren
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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