The Restaurant at The Willcox

Name: The Restaurant at The Willcox
Address: 100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC, United States, 29801
Telephone: (803) 648-1898
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

425 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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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, Best Chefs of America 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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(803) 648-1898

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–9:45 am Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(803) 648-1898
Website
http://www.thewillcox.com/restaurant-lobby-bar/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sherif Mahmou
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

Popular dishes

Soup of the Day (cup/bowl)$6.00
Chef's selection
Tuna Poke$15.00
Avocado, cilantro, wakame, sesame, yuzu ponzu
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail GF$21.00
Served chilled with cocktail sauce
Chicken Wings$15.00
Dry rub, blue cheese sauce
Calamari$13.00
Flash fried, pickles, creamy chimichurri
Chickpea Hummus$8.00
Toasted naan, olive oil, paprika

SALADS

Caesar Salad GFO$12.00
Little gem, anchovies, croutons, bacon, soft boiled egg
Organic Iceberg Wedge GF$12.00
Nueske bacon, red onion, egg, blue cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
Tomato and Burrata GFO$17.00
Heirloom tomatoes, red onion, local burrata cheese
Roasted Sixty South Salmon GFO$22.00
Dijon vinagrette, castlevetrano olive, radish cherry tomato, mesclum mix
Hanger Steak Salad GFO$25.00
Green ranch, aged white cheddar, avocado cherry tomato, crispy shallot, arugula

ENTRÉES

The Willcox Burger GFO$15.00
Bibb lettuce, tomato, Willcox sauce, cheese, frites / We proudly serve certified Angus beef
Fish and Chips$16.00
Frites, beer battered cod, malt vinegar aioli
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$14.00
Pimento cheese, coleslaw
Salmon Brown Rice Bowl GFO$23.00
Basmati rice, red pepper sauce, edamame, squash, shitake, shishito pepper
Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos GF$15.00
Guacamole, pickled onion, corn tortilla
Shrimp and Grits GF$18.00
Stone ground grits, tomatoes, chorizo butter
Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato Sandwich$15.00
Nueske thick cut bacon, heirloom tomato, arugula
Fried Chicken$16.00
White meat, jalapeno coleslaw

What 425 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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JayW
Cincinnati
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my best dining experiences in years. Perfect combination of atmosphere, high quality food and Bruce was the best server I’ve seen. Can’t wait to return!
CM
CecilyM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The cozy ambience and delicious food ensure you will always have a great experience.
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xcellant
San Francisco
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience4
The food was on point. The service was not. I would not rush to eat here as I feel service is an integral part of the dining experience
DK
DavidK
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect night out! Wonderful and classic Inn charm! Thanks!
L
Ladybuggs
Dallas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Winston was professional, courteous, accommodating and provided us with excellent service and dining experience at the Wilcox. Now and in the past, every one of your wait staff is by far the best of the best! Thank you for a wonderful experience.
AK
AnneK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
It was a great choice for our 61st wedding anniversary!
M
Marshtacky
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Moscato, calamari, filets, truffle fries, cheese cake and chocolate bunt cake was excellent.
JC
JenniferC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It is obvious they take a lot of pride in their craft. You couldn’t find a better meal. It is pricey, but absolutely worth it. Most pricey restaurants are not worth their menu prices, and tend to leave me hesitant to hand over my card due to disappointment. The Wilcox definitely does not disappoint.
g
griff
Cincinnati
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
very nice lunch in dining room.excellent sevice. interesting artwork and glorious old hotel
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Charming historic hotel/restaurant. We enjoyed tasty mahi tacos and perfectly fried cod and frites. Our experience at The Wilcox was extra special thanks to friendly welcoming staff and especially our lovely young waitress, Katelyn!Looking forward to our return visit!
CF
CharleneF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The lunch was very good...the shrimp and grits was tasty and creamy....my samon was cooked perfectly. A better bread I think could be found and served. One bite and we decuded that it wasnt worth the calories. Our server was lovely, friendly and professional.
RK
RossK
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best BLT I have ever eaten!! 😬
A
Archie711
Charleston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite Aiken spot for special evenings and celebrations. Everything was perfect, as always. We rated the value lower because, as is true with all such special restaurants, it is expensive to have dinner there. Which is why we only go there for special evenings. For us, on those special occasions, we are willing to pay that extra money to enjoy what The Wilcox has to offer.
MK
MelissaK
Charleston
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Fabulous surroundings, caring and fun staff. A November day and we were poolside. Great libations, creative and price point wonderful lunch options. Always a great time to be in horse country.
JL
JasmineL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant! The food and service are superb. The menu has a variety of selections which appeal to all tastes. Definitely the place to go if you are in or near Aiken!
MM
MarkM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
We will return. Elegant, quiet, professional service.
b
brenda
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
food was excellent we both ordered the Wilcox Breakfast well presented and delicious ! Loved the white linen table clothes and napkins overall very nice dining room ! Our waiter did a good job ! we plan to return
J
Jeff
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Delightful dinner with old friends. Pricey wine list..
S
Sean
Hawaii
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, good food and service... will be back soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wedding Anniversary
SS
ShirleyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Layla our waitress was outstanding The food was delicious
a
ase1707
New York Area
514 reviews
vip
4.0
514 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Nice place to enjoy a nice dinner. Lovely setting and good friendly service.
KW
KimW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Would definitely recommend for a special occasion.
JD
JDBH
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great lunch by fireplace.
LT
LaurenT
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice setting to celebrate an anniversary! Food was phenomenal.
DA
DeborahA
Atlanta
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite locations to dine. We love the staff and the food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful meal. It was nice just to sit back and relax. We will return again for sure.
BP
BillP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From online booking to dessert, a wonderful dining experience. Wait staff were excellent/attentive, food was prepared and served at the right temperature, and the restaurant was staffed appropriately for the number of guests (unlike others where delays occur due to staff being overloaded). We’d recommend to all!
PN
PatrickN
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2022
overall3food1service4ambience4
My dining experience was not what I am accustomed to receiving at The Willcox. The arugula salad was all bitter stems with little dressing, the filet was overcooked, and the broccolini wad all huge stalks with no florets. This was not The Willcox's best effort.
The Restaurant at The WillcoxResponded on October 12, 2022Mr. Nance, thank you for taking the time to chat with me today about your experience. Again my apologies that we did not meet your expectations, I look forward to personally taking care of your next visit so that you can experience the high quality food and service we are known for.
CO
CeraO
Charleston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience5
Two for Sunday Brunch, which is VERY busy. The lobby is gorgeous, with the dining room bing nice. Acoustics made it someone difficult to hear each other. Cocktails were good, highly recommend the Bloody Mary. My sister had a beautifully made specialty cocktail made with lavender infused gin with violets and cucumber strips -- presentation amazing, however she didn't like it. For entrees we had the Wilcox breakfast (eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast), and Carmelized Brioche French toast. Nothing special for the Wilcox breakfast, and the French toast was hard to cut. Our server although extremely pleasant, was quite busy (understood, not a criticism) was unable to check back with us in a timely manner, and the salt on the table was empty -- eggs without salt are not my favorite, and sister would have sent the French toast back. The experience was not the best, and far from the worst, will definitely try it again.
NW
NancyW
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere! Employees were all very attentive and friendly. All of our food was delicious. Glad we made a reservation because the restaurant was full. I would go back again,...and would recommend it to anyone. The lobby was so inviting with fires burning in two fireplaces and seats available while waiting to be seated.
LM
LynwoodM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful meal and service was outstanding! Oscar took great care of us and was very friendly.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the culminating event for my husband’s birthday week. The service was outstanding, the food was superb and the restaurant is so beautiful, clean and had a great atmosphere. It was worth every penny of it. We will definitely come back.
LH
LaurenH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is delicious and the atmosphere is very pleasant.
NK
NancyK
Atlanta
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing salmon and dressing on my salad!! Loved it!! And Andrew was a very kind and gracious server!!
LS
LarryS
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Outdoor seating with excellent ambiance.
1
1turtleman
Charleston
111 reviews
vip
5.0
111 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s been a minute since our last visit to The Wilcox, so it was a bit of a surprise to see the new menu…a Good Surprise. The new menu options are unique, and shows creativeness. The avocado toast with smoked salmon was on point, as well as the tuna poke. Good to see the changes and can’t wait to get back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
1st time here , definitely a 5 star restaurant for any special occasion. World class service and staff
m
maxwellevent
Atlanta
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The server was very nice and enthusiastic. We enjoy coming to the Wilcox for meals, but this time the ziti pasta toped with short rib meat sauce was tasty but was not as hot as I would like. It may have sat on the counter too long before it was served.
F
Foodie
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The French toast was delicious and the shrimp and grits were outstanding.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Restaurant at The Willcox offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (803) 648-1898.

The Restaurant at The Willcox is rated 4.8 stars by 425 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(803) 648-1898

Google Map for The Restaurant at The Willcox

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 Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 10:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 11:30 am–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
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
Sherif Mahmou
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) 648-1898
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 Restaurant at The Willcox

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Icy Blue Mussels

Country Ham Eggs Benedict

Shrimp and Grits GF

LUNCH

STARTERS

Soup of the Day (cup/bowl)$6.00

Tuna Poke$15.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail GF$21.00

Chicken Wings$15.00

Calamari$13.00

Chickpea Hummus$8.00

SALADS

Caesar Salad GFO$12.00

Organic Iceberg Wedge GF$12.00

Tomato and Burrata GFO$17.00

Roasted Sixty South Salmon GFO$22.00

Hanger Steak Salad GFO$25.00

ENTRÉES

The Willcox Burger GFO$15.00

Fish and Chips$16.00

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$14.00

Salmon Brown Rice Bowl GFO$23.00

Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos GF$15.00

Shrimp and Grits GF$18.00

Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato Sandwich$15.00

Fried Chicken$16.00

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