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Hardware, North Aurora, IL

Hardware

4.8 (3849)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2000 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
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 3,849 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • West Suburbs

    Innovative

  • West Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hardware offers an exceptional dining experience with a "super cool farm-to-table vibe," featuring "amazing food" and "attentive and knowledgeable servers." Guests rave about the "Brisket Tacos," "creative and delicious menu," and diverse drink selection, including house-made craft beers. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere and consistent service make it a must-visit.
3,849 Reviews
  1. Doris

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service as usual! Highly recommend.

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  2. Andrew

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner out with the college kids home for the summer. Great food & drink!!! Service was perfect also!!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience. We tried the bone marrow appetizer and it was outstanding. All of our main dishes were delicious. Our waiter was super helpful when we had questions! We can’t wait to go again!

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  4. Lindsay

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Hadn't been in years. The Brisket Tacos were amazing!

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  5. Kristen

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Food was incredible and priced below what you expect to pay

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  6. Susan

    Chicago / Illinois27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience, food was delicious, service was great and the setting is wonderful! Thank you!

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  7. Jan

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We consistently have great service and delicious food at Hardware. The curry Mussels are one of our favorites and the salads are fresh and full of flavor.

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  8. Jeffrey

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place. Bacon watermelon appetizer and Brussels sprouts were outstanding. Main dishes were also very good. Shrimp caesar was slightly disappointing — salad not well dressed and ingredients required diner preparation and mixing. Otherwise a really good dinner

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  9. Leonard VIP

    Chicago / Illinois30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great patio, varied and delicious menus items with cocktails, bourbon, and craft beer brewed onsite. Oh did I mention attentive and knowledgeable servers. My wife and I dine here often, the food, drinks and service are consistently awesome.

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  10. Curtis VIP

    Tucson10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere and quality food. Server failed to put in our full order so wait was longer than expected for food. Despite 8:00 reservation the restaurant was stacking chairs by the time we left so felt a bit rushed to get out of there. Somewhat disappointing overall.

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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 3849 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. West Suburbs
  5. Aurora

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 36 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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