The Willcox Restaurant

Name: The Willcox Restaurant
Address: 100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC, United States, 29801
Telephone: (803) 679-5050
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (894)

$31 to $50

American

100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–9:45 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 3:00 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
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
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

The Willcox Mead Dinner
$109.00 per person
Prepaid
Jun 25, 2025 only
6:00 PM
An Evening of Culinary Harmony with Honey Wines from Around the World Join us for an elegant five-course dining experience that celebrates the art of pairing mead—one of the world’s oldest fermented beverages—with refined seasonal cuisine. Each course has been thoughtfully crafted by Executive Chef Philip Friesen to highlight the natural complexity of honey-based wines sourced from acclaimed meaderies across the globe. From the savory sweetness of a goat cheese amuse-bouche to the delicate finish of lavender panna cotta, each dish is elevated by its perfect mead companion. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or new to mead, this dinner promises a journey of discovery, flavor, and timeless hospitality at The Willcox. Amuse-Bouche ------ Goat Cheese Mousse on Honey-Thyme Crisp Topped with fig jam and micro basil. Mead Pairing: Lurgashall Vintage 2004 - United Kingdom First Course ------ Chilled Golden Beet Carpaccio With whipped ricotta, citrus zest, crushed pistachios, and wildflower honey vinaigrette. Mead Pairing: Redstone Meadery, Traditional – Colorado Second Course ------ Seared Diver Scallop Resting on sweet corn purée, with smoked paprika oil and pickled shallots. Mead Pairing: St. Ambrose Wild Ginger -Michigan Main Course ------ Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Served with roasted heirloom carrots, parsnip mash, and a rosemary-honey jus. Mead Pairing: Honey Sun Iqhilika – South Africa Dessert Course ------ Lavender-Honey Panna Cotta With candied lemon peel and almond shortbread crumble. Mead Pairing: Bee Town, Wild Flower – South Carolina

Popular dishes

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

Sides

Bacon$6.00
Fruit Cup$6.00
Grits$5.00
Toast$4.00
Fried Potato$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip Coffee$3.00
Latte$4.00
Cappuccino$4.00
Espresso$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl Grey$4.00
English Breakfast$4.00
Morrocan Mint$4.00

What 894 people are saying

The Willcox Restaurant 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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Willcox Restaurant offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exquisite food" and "gracious service." Known for its "beautiful atmosphere" and "elegant ambiance," it's perfect for special occasions or a casual meal. Guests frequently commend Bruce and other attentive staff. Despite occasional service delays, patrons find the venue consistently welcoming.

894 Reviews

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Mike VIP
Chicago / Illinois98 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Dining on the pool patio in the shade with soft summer breezes made for a lovely evening. The burrata and ham appetizer with heirloom tomatoes was exceptional and a meal in itself. The Wilcox burger was good but not exceptional. Hard to say what was missing but it lacked zest despite touting a Wilcox Sauce. Old time relaxed southern charm at every turn.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the ambiance on the pool patio and that the burrata and ham appetizer hit the mark. We appreciate your honest feedback about the Wilcox Burger and will definitely take a closer look at how we can elevate it. It's wonderful to know the Southern charm came through—we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing evening soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Megan
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Great brunch and food was delicious! I wish the server was a bit more knowledgeable about the menu.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for the kind words—we’re so glad you enjoyed the brunch and the food! We appreciate your feedback about the service and will use it to improve. We hope to give you an even better experience next time! Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Teresa VIP
Chicago / Illinois54 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I do not understand having a menu with no prices. I seriously think you should reconsider that change. Patrons need to know the cost when making selections.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback, and we completely understand your concern. The menu you received was part of a special printing for a private event and was mistakenly used during regular service. We agree that guests should always have access to pricing when making selections, and we’ve already addressed the issue to ensure it doesn’t happen again. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back soon. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Donna VIP
Nashville22 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanks again for another anniversary dinner that was delicious for our 25th anniversary! See u soon!
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 5, 2025
Thank you for choosing to spend your anniversary dinner here at the Willcox. We loved celebrating with you and look forward to celebrating with you for many more years. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Russell
Las Vegas3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was lacking. Took a while to get offered refills. Didn’t see the server for long stretches of time. Wanted butter for my toast. That took forever to even find the server ti ask for it. Edit: Manager called and followed up. Very impressed with that. Still one of our favorite places for brunch. This was our first not great experience there.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 4, 2025
Thank you again for sharing your feedback and speaking with me earlier today — I truly appreciate your honesty. I'm sorry to hear that the service during your visit didn’t meet expectations. That’s not the level of attentiveness we strive to provide, and I understand how frustrating those delays must have been. I’ll be sure to share your experience with our team so we can address it directly and make improvements. I am glad to hear that you will be joining us again in the future, and hopefully our team will we surpass your expectations next time. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Renee VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East23 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Quaint old hotel restaurant. Some of the tables are in the lobby. Service a little slow, but friendly. Pork chop is good.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 6, 2025
Thank you again for taking the time to speak with me on the phone about your experiences here at the Willcox. We appreciate your feedback and will make sure the appropriate staff and servers know the details. We strive for a premier level of service and it was unfortunate to hear that we missed the mark for you while you were here. We hope you’ll consider joining us again so we can provide the quality experience you rightfully expected and deserve. Please feel free to reach out to me personally the next time you are in town. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Donna
South Carolina1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I had such a wonderful dining experience at the Wilcox for our anniversary. We had a reservation for lunch, and we were seated right away when we arrived. They had a lovely anniversary card waiting for us on our table, and also offered us complimentary champagne, which was a really nice touch! Our server was great, and the food was very delicious. We will definitely be back!
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 3, 2025
Thank you so much for celebrating your anniversary with us at The Willcox! We're honored to have been part of such a special occasion. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the thoughtful touches, your meal, and the service — it truly means a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you both back again soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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james
Charlotte9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service in bar and resturant were perfect. Drinks and food were spot on. Can''t ask for more than that. Will return when on area.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on May 29, 2025
We are so pleased that your service at our bar and restaurant were perfect for you. Glad you you enjoyed your drinks and food. Looking forward to seeing you again when you are in the area, James. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Richard C.
Houston11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great old southern feel to the entire Willcox experience. The restaurant was terrific with great food and service.
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 3, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Southern charm and had a great dining experience with us. Our team takes pride in providing warm hospitality and delicious food, so it's wonderful to know we hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back to The Willcox again soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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Pam
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ordered tasted excellent and the service we received from Bruce was incredible!
The Willcox RestaurantResponded on May 27, 2025
We are so pleased that everything you ordered here at the Willcox was excellent. Bruce, and all of our service staff, look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you for taking the time to share your incredible service experience with us. -Jade Blackford Restaurant Manager
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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 894 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

Additional information

Cross street
Chesterfield
Neighborhood
Aiken
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–9:45 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Bar Daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 3:00 pm–4:45 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

The Willcox Mead Dinner

Shrimp and Grits

Caramelized Brioche French Toast

CAB 16oz Ribeye

Breakfast

Belgian Waffle$13.00

Greek Yogurt Parfait$13.00

Avocado Toast$18.00

Willcox Breakfast$20.00

Eggs Benedict$20.00

Avocado B.L.T.E.$18.00

Sides

Bacon$6.00

Fruit Cup$6.00

Grits$5.00

Toast$4.00

Fried Potato$5.00

Buona Coffee

Drip Coffee$3.00

Latte$4.00

Cappuccino$4.00

Espresso$3.50

Tea Forte Tea

Earl Grey$4.00

English Breakfast$4.00

Morrocan Mint$4.00

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Review summary

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