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Hardware, North Aurora, IL

Hardware

4.8 (3864)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 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

What 3,864 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

4.8
4.8 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 "unique farm-to-table experience" with a "diverse and interesting menu" featuring standout dishes like the Bison Burger and Brisket Tacos. The "beautiful ambience" includes a lovely patio and rustic-modern decor. Guests commend the "attentive and knowledgeable staff" and appreciate the "extensive whiskey selection."
3,864 Reviews
  1. Jon VIP

    Chicago / Illinois107 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  2. Diann

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  3. PJ VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 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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  4. Lyle

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  5. Chun VIP

    Chicago / Illinois20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  6. Betsy

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  7. Rosina

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have now eaten here twice, once for lunch and once for dinner. Excellent experiences both times. Friendly and knowledgeable staff always willing to share the history of Hardware. Food and service are top notch.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lisa was a wonderful and knowledgeable server!! Food is exceptional and outdoor dining can not be beat

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  9. Chanin

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner out on the patio. Beautiful ambience. Waitress appeared to have too many tables though. Our service was slow and she was not very attentive. Food was delicious.

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  10. James

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is good, but needs some updating as the menu has been the same for 3 to 4 years

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FAQs

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

Hardware is rated 4.8 stars by 3864 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
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  5. Aurora

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 52 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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