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The Willcox Restaurant, Aiken, SC

The Willcox Restaurant

4.8 (908)
$31 to $50
American
100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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

What 908 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Carolina

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Willcox Restaurant offers a charming ambiance with "great old southern feel" and consistently "excellent food and service." Highlights include perfectly cooked salmon and delightful brunch options. Guests appreciate the attentive staff, especially servers like Bruce and Ellen, who enhance the dining experience. It's ideal for special occasions or casual dining.
908 Reviews
  1. Paul

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant with quality food, great ambiance, and friendly staff. Experience southern hospitality and atmosphere in Aiken,SC
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, ambiance, and hospitality—we truly love sharing a taste of Southern charm here in Aiken, SC. It means a lot to us that you had a great experience, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  2. Elizabeth

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time having the shrimp and grits. They were delicious
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    We're so glad you gave the shrimp and grits a try. It's a favorite around here, and it means a lot to know you enjoyed the dish. Hope to see you again soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  3. Louis

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the second time my wife and I went for our wedding anniversary. The service was impeccable, and the food was excellent. We’ve decided that this will be our regular venue to celebrate our wedding anniversaries every year.
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for spending another anniversary with us—we’re truly honored to be a part of such a special tradition. It means the world to us that you've chosen our restaurant to celebrate not just once, but now as your annual spot. We’re thrilled to hear that both the service and food made your evening memorable. We can’t wait to welcome you back next year ! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  4. Jennifer VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The trumpet mushroom vegetarian option was not very tasty. I added shrimp that were just too salty. made a bad menu choice. The restaurant made it right by waiving the charge and was gracious about it. The service and ambiance are always fantastic!
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for your honest feedback. We're sorry to hear that the vegetarian option and shrimp didn’t meet your expectations this time, but we're glad our team was able to make it right and handle the situation with care. It means a lot to know you still enjoyed the service and ambiance—that’s something we always strive to deliver. We hope to welcome you back soon for a meal that’s spot-on in every way! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  5. Anne

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Special event Mead wine dinner held in the library (side room) Mead was interesting Each course was excellent Explanation of mead and each course was interesting and fun Excellent time!
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for joining us for the Mead Wine Dinner! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent time and enjoyed both the mead and the courses. It's always a pleasure to share something a little different and introduce guests to new flavors and pairings. We're especially glad you found the explanations fun and engaging — we loved putting this event together. Hope to welcome you back for another special evening soon! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  6. Tim

    Charlotte8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Mead dinner was amazing. Great food pairings, awesome servers. Only complaint was that the lamb was fatty and undercooked for me. Also, the Mead pours were all over place. Would recommend pouring all together than distributing the glasses or using a carafe. When we got 1-2 oz. Pours while others got half a glass full! Definitely a good night overall. Looking forward to the next one!
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for joining us for the Mead dinner and for your thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food pairings and had a great experience with our team—I'll be sure to pass your compliments along to the servers. We’re so glad you had a good night overall, and we’re already looking forward to seeing you at the next one! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  7. Leo VIP

    Wisconsin41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They never change menu. They could mix it up and have better specials too

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  8. Maggie VIP

    Kansas City / Kansas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Michael as our server and he was absolutely a delight! Very accommodating!

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  9. Summer VIP

    Atlanta7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday at The Willcox with my mom for brunch! Not only did they have a sweet birthday card for me in the table, but Ellen, our server, also made it special with a glass of champagne! Ellen is amazing! We love her so much! She always takes wonderful care of us!
    The Willcox RestaurantResponded on June 25, 2025
    Thank you so much for celebrating your special day with us at The Willcox! We're thrilled to hear you and your mom had a memorable birthday brunch. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Ellen—she truly is a gem. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more celebrations to come! -Jade Blackford Restaurant General Manager

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  10. Wallace

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food. Excellent service. Relatively expensive.

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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 4.8 stars by 908 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 17 times today
Google Map for The Willcox Restaurant

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
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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