The Willcox Restaurant

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   Linda

   Atlanta

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Drew and Jason were outstanding, both assisted us in midafternoon service and again at dinner. The Willcox is our first choice for a mini getaway. This is in large part due to an excellent kitchen with a pleasing array of choices that have always delighted...the preparation perfect and the presentation always pleasing. The wait staff is always superb and never disappoints. The bartenders demonstrate a deft hand as did the pianist this evening. This is a hotel and dining room that reaches out and wraps its arms around you...don't miss it.
   

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   Kay

   VIP

   Charleston

   60 reviews

   4.0

   60 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a lovely restaurant with a relatively traditional menu which is executed well. We started by sharing a nicely done arugula salad. My husband had a filet with broccolini (both good) and scalloped-like potatoes that were ok but lacked flavor. A nice dish but nothing outstanding. I had Chilean sea bass - one of my favorite fish - unfortunately not a thick piece but cooked nicely and served tasting just a bit oily with herbs and warm baby tomatoes. A very light dish, served without starch or other vegetable sides. We then shared a gooey delicious chocolate dessert. The service was just right - friendly and there when we needed her but not intrusive. The wine list (by the glass) is nice but somewhat limited - I was hoping for a Sancerre to go with my sea bass, but opted for a CA sauvignon blanc in its absence. A good place with an elegant atmosphere for a special occasion.
   

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   Carleton

   New York City

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Just an absolute lovely place for brunch. Food was fantastic. Great selection of festive beverages and the ambiance could not be beat. I definitely recommend.
   

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   Sharon

   Atlanta

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was good, however our server brought our order and never returned, while attending to the table next to us for the duration of our time.
   

   The Willcox RestaurantResponded 7 days ago

   Sharon, Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. As we discussed when we spoke that day, I completely understand your frustration, and I want to reiterate my apologies for the lack of attentiveness from your server. Since the server acknowledged the oversight to me, I ensured that your brunch was not charged as a gesture of goodwill. I truly hope this helped resolve the matter, and I appreciate your understanding. We always strive to provide the best service possible, and your feedback helps us improve. I hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back for a much better experience in the future. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything else I can do. Matt Sayer GM
   

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   Yilian

   Jacksonville

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience. Food was delicious and service was excellent
   

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   Kimberly

   VIP

   Charleston

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lydia, our server, was wonderful! Pleasant and knowledgeable, she seemed to enjoy talking care of us! The special Valentines Day dinner menu was delicious! I thoroughly  enjoyed the tuna and the filet!
   

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   Joy

   Charlotte

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We enjoyed a beautiful lunch at the Willcox! Lia was a magnificent server and met all of our needs with a professional and pleasant demeanor. The shrimp cocktail and tuna poke were fresh and beautifully prepared. The yuca chips were a nice complement to the poke. Our favorite entree was the salmon stir fry, but we look forward to returning for sampling the rest of this menu. GF options were readily available. The atmosphere of the Willcox is a a real treat- refined yet very comfortable. We can’t wait for our next visit!
   

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   Carolyn

   Atlanta

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had an amazing meal and the service was excellent as always. Our server Katelyn took excellent care of us. The Willcox is our favorite dining spot!
   

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   Eileen

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a wonderful experience at the Historic Willcox Inn. We loved our brunch and the extra treat of the horses that paid a visit after their jaunt in Hitchcock Woods. Only in Aiken!!!
   

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    Nopronouns

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4

    We love the Wilcox. Service was slow this time due to a large party our waiter had to cover. A large party of energetic young people can be loud in the main dining room. It's not a big deal; nothing I like more than people having fun. Next time, I will request a table in the lobby area. The food was great!
    

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