Our kitchen enjoys an exceptional reputation built on the creative talents of our chefs. The menu is American, although our executive chef Ed DeFelice 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.
4.4 – 153 reviews • American restaurant
Menu
| Lunch | |
| Starters | |
| Little Gem Caesar charred, cured egg yolk, white anchovy, crouton |
$11.00 |
| Watermelon Salad arugula, feta, pickled fennel, raspberry creme |
$12.00 |
| Peach and Burrata basil, grilled peaches, mixed greens, candied jalapeno dressing |
$12.00 |
| Mushroom Bisque braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Elote Chowder jalapeno, citrus, fingerling potatoes, cotija, micro cilantro, grilled bread |
$8.00 |
| Tuna Crudo Seared cucumber juice, wasabi oil, radish, roasted jalapeno seeds, micro cilantro |
$14.00 |
| Salad – Additions | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled Chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled Salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled Shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB Filet | $28.00 |
| Entrees | |
| Pasta of the Day | |
| Venetian Style Duck Ragu egg fettuccine, Tuscan kale, chestnuts, poached egg |
$18.00 |
| Verlasso Salmon Salad Niçoise baby romaine, green beans, soft egg, potatoes, tomatoes, basil, Dijon vinaigrette |
$18.00 |
| Low Country Kedgeree shrimp, crab, country ham, Jefferson red rice, cilantro, scallion, poached egg |
$19.00 |
| Short Rib Grilled Cheese pickled caramelized red onion, Swiss cheese, arugula, fries |
$15.00 |
| Blackened Chicken Breast chorizo & sweet potato hash, Tuscan kale, black beans, chimichurri |
$16.00 |
| Fish & Chips lemon, malt vinegar mayo |
$13.00 |
| Willcox Burger braised mushrooms, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette |
$14.00 |
| Veal Parmesan San Marzano marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, crisp basil |
$24.00 |
| Sides | |
| Chorizo Potato Hash Tuscan kale |
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| Brandied Wild Mushrooms and Caramelized Pearl Onions crème fraiche, tarragon |
$8.00 |
| Sautéed Spinach lemon, garlic, pine nuts |
$8.00 |
| Grilled Asparagus truffle oil, Parmesan |
$8.00 |
| Arugula Parmesan Salad balsamic vinaigrette |
$7.00 |
| Simple Salad white balsamic vinaigrette |
$6.00 |
| Creamed Spinach | $8.00 |
| Dessert | |
| Black Arkansas Apple Crumble brown butter praline ice cream, maple creme patisserie, vanilla bourbon whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| Venetian Cookie Bar vanilla-pistachio mascarpone, chocolate-pistachio crumble |
$9.00 |
| Chocolate Cheesecake salted caramel ice cream, graham cracker crunch |
$9.00 |
| Ice Cream Cup of the Day | $8.00 |
| Brownie Bite | $2.00 |
| Dinner | |
| Starters | |
| Little Gem Caesar charred, cured egg yolk, lemon, white anchovy, crouton |
$11.00 |
| Watermelon Salad arugula, feta, pickled fennel, raspberry creme |
$12.00 |
| Peach and Burrata basil, grilled peaches, mixed greens, candied jalapeno dressing |
$12.00 |
| Mushroom Bisque braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Elote Chowder jalape o, citrus, fingerling potatoes, cotija, micro cilantro, grilled bread |
$8.00 |
| Charcuterie Board chef selection of meats, cheeses, jams, pickles and dried fruit |
$15.00 |
| Tuna Crudo Seared cucumber juice, wasabi oil, radish, roasted jalapeno seeds, micro cilantro |
$14.00 |
| Salad – Additions | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled Chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled Salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled Shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB Filet | $28.00 |
| Entrees | |
| Venetian Style Duck Ragu egg fettuccine, Tuscan kale, chestnuts, poached egg |
$22.00 |
| Willcox Burger braised mushrooms, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette |
$14.00 |
| CAB Filet asparagus, wild mushrooms, confit potatoes, truffle cream, brandy-thyme jus |
$32.00 |
| Verlasso Salmon miso/ginger broth, soba noodles, edamame, scallions |
$26.00 |
| Pork Osso Bucco potato gnocchi, sweet pea purée, mushroom medley, jus Demi |
$27.00 |
| Scallops esquites, asparagus, chorizo, cotija, lime aioli |
$29.00 |
| Veal Parmesan San Marzano marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, crisp basil |
$26.00 |
| Butcher Cuts choice of two chef curated protein cuts, served with onion rings and house made steak sauce |
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| Sides | |
| Chorizo Potato Hash Tuscan kale |
$8.00 |
| Brandied Wild Mushrooms and Caramelized Pearl Onions crème fraiche, tarragon |
$8.00 |
| Sautéed Spinach lemon, garlic, pine nuts |
$8.00 |
| Grilled Asparagus truffle oil, Parmesan |
$8.00 |
| Arugula Parmesan Salad balsamic vinaigrette |
$7.00 |
| Simple Salad white balsamic vinaigrette |
$6.00 |
| Creamed Spinach | $8.00 |
| Desserts | |
| Black Arkansas Apple Crumble brown butter praline ice cream, maple creme patisserie, vanilla bourbon whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| Venetian Cookie Bar vanilla-pistachio mascarpone, chocolate-pistachio crumble |
$9.00 |
| Chocolate Cheesecake salted caramel ice cream, graham cracker crunch |
$9.00 |
| Ice Cream Cup of the Day | $8.00 |
| Brownie Bite | $2.00 |
| Sunday Brunch | |
| Starters | |
| Little Gem Caesar charred, cured egg yolk, white anchovy, crouton |
$11.00 |
| Watermelon Salad arugula, feta, pickled fennel, raspberry creme |
$12.00 |
| Peach and Burrata basil, grilled peaches, mixed greens, candied jalapeno dressing |
$12.00 |
| Brunch Salad fresh berries, apple, raisins, toasted almonds, parmesan crisp, mixed greens, mimosa vinaigrette |
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| Mushroom Bisque braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Elote Chowder jalapeno, citrus, fingerling potatoes, cotija, micro cilantro, grilled bread |
$8.00 |
| Tuna Crudo Seared cucumber juice, wasabi oil, radish, roasted jalapeno seeds, micro cilantro |
$14.00 |
| Salad – Addition | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled Chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled Salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled Shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB Filet | $28.00 |
| Entrees | |
| Eggs Benedict two Ramey Farms organic poached eggs on traditional English muffin, hollandaise sauce |
$12.00 |
| Eggs on Toast fried, poached, or scrambled Ramey Farms organic eggs on white or grain toast |
$7.00 |
| Eggs in Purgatory roasted cherry tomato sauce, basil, parmesan, arugula, grilled bread |
$13.00 |
| Egg Foo Young Omelet shrimp, pork belly, scallion, bok choy, bean sprout, cilantro, traditional gravy |
$17.00 |
| Smoked Salmon Toast sourdough wheat, herbed cream cheese, sweet pea pesto, radish, poached eggs |
$17.00 |
| Strawberry Shortcake French Toast strawberry preserve, creme patisserie, strawberry coulis, vanilla cream, granola clusters, maple syrup |
$17.00 |
| Chicken & Waffle Stack buttermilk waffles, chicken tenders, American cheese, sausage gravy, double fried eggs |
$17.00 |
| Short Rib Hash duck fat potatoes, braised short rib, caramelized pearl onions, Swiss truffle fondue |
$17.00 |
| Southern Style Crab Cake Benedict on Johnny Cakes lump crab, Old Bay hollandaise, scallions |
$25.00 |
| Farro Grain Bowl butternut squash, sweet potato, Tuscan kale, wild mushrooms, red onion, poached eggs |
$16.00 |
| Willcox Burger braised mushrooms, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette |
$14.00 |
| Sides | |
| Whittier Farms Breakfast Sausage Links | $4.00 |
| Applewood Smoked Bacon | $5.00 |
| Cheesy Anson Mills Grits | $5.00 |
| White Toast or Brown Toast | $2.00 |
| Fries Miso Emulsion |
$5.00 |
| 2 Eggs | $4.00 |
| Housemade 4oz Bacon Steak | $8.00 |
| Potatoes O’brien | $6.00 |
| Dessert | |
| Black Arkansas Apple Crumble brown butter praline ice cream, maple creme patisserie, vanilla bourbon whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| Venetian Cookie Bar vanilla-pistachio mascarpone, chocolate-pistachio crumble |
$9.00 |
| Chocolate Cheesecake salted caramel ice cream, graham cracker crunch |
$9.00 |
| Ice Cream Cup of the Day | $8.00 |
| Brownie Bite | $2.00 |
| Bites | |
| Main | |
| Chicken Liver Pate grilled bread, port wine gelee |
$11.00 |
| Calamari flash fried, Sweet Southern chili sauce |
$13.00 |
| Spicy Shrimp Tostada Bites Spicy aioli, mixed greens, avocado cream, pickled ginger |
$13.00 |
| Beef Tartare capers, sweet pickles, aioli, crispy onions, cured egg yolk, toasted baguette |
$18.00 |
| Black Bean Hummus baby sweet peppers, radish, tortilla chips, hot mash |
$8.00 |
| Grilled Baby Back Ribs Korean bbq, chicharrones |
$14.00 |
| Wings dry rub, blue cheese dressing |
$14.00 |
| “Barcuterie” Board chef selection of cure meats, pickled veggies and jam served with toasted baguette |
$10.00 |
| Parmesan Truffle Fries | $7.00 |
| Breakfast | |
| Entrees | |
| Belgian Waffle fresh strawberries, whipped cream, powdered sugar and maple syrup |
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| Fruit & Quinoa Salad yogurt, granola, honey lime syrup |
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| Bacon, Eggs & Toast poached, scrambled, or fried, served on white or wheat toast |
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| Avocado on Toast house made guacamole, two eggs any style, on white or wheat toast |
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| Ham and Cheese Omelet two egg omelet with ham and cheddar cheese |
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| Buona Coffee | |
| Drip Coffee | |
| Latte | |
| Cappuccino | |
| Espresso | |
| Tea Forte Tea | |
| Earl Grey | |
| English Breakfast | |
| Estate Darjeeling | |
| Green Leaf | |
| Romantic Dining | |
| Private Dinner for Two | |
| Private And Completely Customized Dinner Enjoy the serene romance of a candlelit dining experience created by our executive chef. A phone conversation prior to your arrival will inspire the flavorful framework of ingredients used to create your very personal and private three-course dinner. Your love story will dictate the location: poolside, the terrace of your suite, in front of the fireplace or in the privacy of your guestroom. (Beverages not included) |
$200.00 |
| After Hours Spa & Dinner | |
| After Hours Spa & Dinner Allow us to transform our couples’ spa suite into your own evening spa sanctuary. Relax with a 60 minute couples massage followed by an intimate dinner for two on our private spa terrace. No need to change out of your robes, you’ll have the place to yourselves. (Includes set up. Beverages not included) |
$320.00 |
| The Ultimate Aiken Experience | |
| The Ultimate Aiken Experience For more than a century, politicians, princes and captains of industry have gathered at Aiken’s Whitney Polo Field to enjoy the sport of kings. This one-of-a-kind package allows you to dine atop the award winning viewing pavilion. Perched above one of the world’s most famous polo fields, enjoy a three-course dinner for two beneath the stars. (Includes set up. Beverages not included) |
$400.00 |
| Picnic for Two | |
| Picnic for Two With our picnic basket in hand, set off for an intimate outing with your love. Enjoy coffee and muffins to watch the sunrise, wine and cheese to enjoy the sunset, an afternoon at Hopeland Gardens or a grand picnic in Hitchcock Woods, laid out with silver, crystal and linen. (Offsite table and linen set up extra) |
$40.00 |
| Fireside S’mores | |
| Fireside S’mores Reserved seating in front of the fire with marshmallows, chocolate and roasting sticks |
$20.00 |
| Brunch Menu | |
| STARTERS | |
| Caesar Salad Chopped romaine, white anchovies, croutons, bacon, house caesar dressing |
$12.00 |
| Frisee Salad Mandarin oranges, red onion, toasted hazelnuts, honey, sherry vinegar |
$12.00 |
| Beet & Feta Salad Candied walnuts, arugula, lemon dressing |
$12.00 |
| Brunch Salad Fresh berries, apple, raisins, toasted almonds, parmesan crisp, mixed greens, mimosa vinaigrette |
$12.00 |
| Mushroom Bisque Braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Ham & Bean Soup Smoked and braised ham hock, white kidney beans |
$8.00 |
| ADD TO YOUR SALAD | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB filet | $28.00 |
| ENTRÉE | |
| Eggs Benedict Canadian bacon, hollandaise |
$15.00 |
| Crab Cake Benedict Sauteed spinach, Old Bay hollandaise |
$18.00 |
| Pancake Triple Stack Almond crumble, blueberry compote, whipped cream |
$12.00 |
| Avocado Toast Poached egg, chili oil, three seed bread |
$12.00 |
| Smoked Salmon Toast Sourdough wheat, herbed cream cheese, sweet pea pesto, radish, poached eggs |
$14.00 |
| Short Rib Toast Pimento cheese, poached egg, house bbq |
$17.00 |
| Chia Pudding Coconut milk, kiwi, granola, berry puree |
$10.00 |
| Morning Sandwich Sourdough, pork roll, cheddar cheese, baked egg, aioli |
$14.00 |
| Willcox Burger Braised mushroom, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette |
$15.00 |
| Chicken Sandwich Pesto marinated chicken breast, mixed greens, pickled red onions, garlic aioli |
$14.00 |
| Shrimp & Grits Stone ground grits, tomatoes, green onion, chorizo butter |
$18.00 |
| SIDES | |
| Applewood Smoked Bacon | $5.00 |
| Cheesy Anson Mills Grits | $5.00 |
| White Toast Or Brown Toast | $2.00 |
| English Muffin | $2.00 |
| Fruit Cup | $6.00 |
| Frites | $6.00 |
| Dessert Menu | |
| DESSERTS | |
| Lemon Lavender Crème Brulee | $9.00 |
| Peach Cobbler Almond tuile, whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| Cheesecake Fresh berries |
$9.00 |
| Chocolate Flourless Torte Raspberry coulis, lattice chips |
$9.00 |
| SPECIALTY COFFEE | |
| Irish Coffee Irish whiskey, Baileys, coffee, whipped cream |
$10.00 |
| Amaretto Coffee Amaretto, coffee, whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| Spanish Coffee Tia Maria, rum, coffee, whipped cream |
$10.00 |
| Bailey’s Coffee Baileys, Kahlua, coffee, whipped cream |
$9.00 |
| THE KING OF COGNACS | |
| Hennessy PARADIS IMPÉRIAL Hennessy Paradis Imperial embodies the pinnacle of the art of selection. From any harvest, the average number of eaux-de-vie with the potential to join this blend are a rare few: only 10 out of 10,000. |
$100.00 |
| Hennessy XO | $40.00 |
| Hennessy VSOP | $9.00 |
| DIGESTIFS | |
| Amaro Nonino Quintessentia | $8.00 |
| Dolce, late harvest wine 2013 | $22.00 |
| Broadent Madeira Boal 10 Year | $8.00 |
| Dona Antonia Tawny Reserva | $8.00 |
| Emotions Sauternes 2017 | $10.00 |
| Ferreira LBV Porto 2014 | $12.00 |
| Dinner Menu | |
| STARTERS | |
| Caesar Salad Chopped romaine, white anchovies, croutons, bacon, house caesar dressing |
$12.00 |
| Frisee Salad Mandarin oranges, red onion, toasted hazelnuts, honey, sherry vinegar |
$12.00 |
| Beet & Feta Salad Candied walnuts, arugula, lemon dressing |
$12.00 |
| Mushroom Bisque Braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Ham & Bean Soup Smoked and braised ham hock, white kidney beans |
$8.00 |
| Charcuterie Board Chef selection of meats, cheeses, jams, pickles and dried fruit |
$18.00 |
| Tuna Poke Edamame, Kiwi, cucumber, red onion, radish, ponzu, & spicy aioli over coconut rice |
$15.00 |
| ADD TO YOUR SALAD | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB filet | $28.00 |
| ENTRÉE | |
| Scallops, broccolini, butternut squash, sage pesto | $30.00 |
| Pan Seared Barramundi, bok choy, pancetta, shellfish consommé | $26.00 |
| Faroe Island Salmon, cremini mushrooms, seared potato, new potatoes, truffled pea sauce | $29.00 |
| Willcox Burger, braised mushrooms, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette. Gluten Free Option. We proudly serve certified Angus beef |
$15.00 |
| Harissa Pork Chop, Pureed carrot, soy glazed apples & cauliflower, fried sunchokes, pickled mustard seeds | $28.00 |
| Cauliflower, smoked floret puree, honey, mint, crispy chickpeas | $20.00 |
| Chicken Piccata, preserved lemon, caper berries, parsley | $24.00 |
| CHEF’S CUTS | |
| Filet, 6oz, red pomme puree, asparagus, velvet demi We proudly serve certified Angus beef |
$36.00 |
| Flat Iron, 8oz, Wagyu | $35.00 |
| Ribeye, 12oz, Prime | $38.00 |
| Lamb Chops, 2 Double bone, New Zealand | $40.00 |
| SIDES | |
| Roasted Carrots Yogurt, pistachio, EVOO |
$8.00 |
| Brussels Honey butter |
$6.00 |
| 3 Cheese Cavatappi Gruyere, cheddar and bleu cheese with herb gremolata |
$6.00 |
| Fingerling Potatoes Bacon, chive, cheddar, sour cream |
$6.00 |
| Braised Collards Topped with ham hock and shaved garlic |
$6.00 |
| Frites Smoked salt |
$6.00 |
| Asparagus Pistachio, lemon butter |
$8.00 |
| Arugula Parmesan Salad Balsamic vinaigrette |
$6.00 |
| Sauteed Spinach Shallots, garlic, and white wine |
$6.00 |
| Lunch Menu | |
| STARTERS | |
| Caesar Salad Chopped romaine, white anchovies, croutons, bacon, house caesar dressing |
$12.00 |
| Frisee Salad Mandarin oranges, red onion, toasted hazelnuts, honey, sherry vinegar |
$12.00 |
| Beet & Feta Salad Candied walnuts, arugula, lemon dressing |
$12.00 |
| Ham & Bean Soup Smoked and braised ham hock, white kidney beans |
$8.00 |
| Mushroom Bisque Braised button mushrooms, candied pecans, micro cilantro |
$8.00 |
| Tuna Poke Edamame, kiwi, cucumber, red onion, radish, ponzu, & spicy aioli over coconut rice |
$15.00 |
| ADD TO YOUR SALAD | |
| Lox | $8.00 |
| Grilled chicken | $6.00 |
| Grilled salmon | $12.00 |
| Grilled shrimp | $11.00 |
| 6oz CAB filet | $28.00 |
| ENTRÉES | |
| Willcox Burger Braised mushrooms, tomato, garlic aioli, prosciutto, mixed greens tossed in vinaigrette. Gluten Free Option |
$15.00 |
| Chicken Sandwich Pesto marinated chicken breast, mixed greens, pickled red onions, garlic aioli |
$14.00 |
| Short Rib Grilled Cheese Cheddar and pimento cheese, House BBQ |
$15.00 |
| Faroe Island Salmon Mushroom couscous, shallot vinaigrette, mixed green salad |
$18.00 |
| Fish and Chips Shoestring fries, beer battered cod, malt vinegar aioli |
$13.00 |
| Low Country Kedgeree Shrimp, crab, country ham, Jefferson red rice, cilantro, scallion, poached egg |
$19.00 |
| Shrimp Taco Blackened, green tomato relish, cilantro lime aioli, frisee |
$14.00 |
| SIDES | |
| Roasted Carrots Yogurt, pistachio, EVOO |
$8.00 |
| 3 Cheese Cavatappi Gruyere, cheddar and bleu cheese with herb gremolata |
$6.00 |
| Braised Collards Topped with ham hock and shaved garlic |
$6.00 |
| Frites Smoked salt |
$6.00 |
| Arugula Parmesan Salad Balsamic vinaigrette |
$6.00 |
| Sauteed Spinach Shallots, garlic, and white wine |
$6.00 |
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Order and Reservations
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Contact The Willcox Restaurant
Address: 100 Colleton Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801
Phone: (803) 648-1898
Website: http://www.thewillcox.com/
Hours
| Sunday | 9AM–10PM |
| Monday | 7AM–10PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM–10PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM–10PM |
| Thursday | 7AM–10PM |
| Friday | 7AM–10PM |
| Saturday | 7AM–10PM |
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