This is absolutely one of the finest hotels I have ever stayed at. The turn down service is fresh…read morecookies, fruit infused ice water and classical music on the tv. They are absolutely spectacular.

VERY disappointed in afternoon tea at The Willcox Inn in Aiken, SC. Why? Because I didn't have it!…read more I was extremely disappointed in restaurant management when I was told today that afternoon tea was only served after 3pm. I had booked online reservations 7 days in advance, clicking on the 'Book A Table' button on the Afternoon tea link on the Willcox Inn website which took me to Resy Open Table page. The times showing supposedly for afternoon tea was 12, 12:30 and 12:45, so I chose 12:45 and typed in the note box specifying that this is for Afternoon Tea. It gave me the reservation time and sent an email confirming. I then CALLED Willcox Inn to confirm the date, time, number in party for AFTERNOON TEA, telling the lady who took my call that I was calling to confirm afternoon tea time for 4. The lady confirmed she had me down and repeated the details. So two sources confirmed an afternoon tea request, online and human. When I arrived at the dining room of the Willcox today at 12:05pm, early, I was told they only serve tea after 3pm. I was very upset, especially when it was the restaurant's fault for NOT specifying on the afternoon tea page that tea was only available after 3pm. We were told there was nothing they could do and they apologized. My friends and I had traveled from Evans, GA, forty-five minutes away to be told 'sorry, no tea', after I had confirmation from two sources. To make matters worse, we were told there were no tea foods, no scones, no tea sandwiches that could be served to us at 12:30 when everything would be available a few hours later at 3pm. The chef even came to our table to coldly state she could not prepare any scones as she had to feed other diners. The very least a manager could have offered to guests who had traveled distance and were denied what they were given confirmation for, was to comp a meal, and provide an explanation of errors on their website. I will never return to this establishment because they simply do not care about their customers. With today's use of social media, everyone is a reviewer. And this restaurant failed in providing good customer service, and failed in attempting to correct inaccuracies due to their negligence in advertising correct times for afternoon tea. Anyone who booked afternoon tea through this page should have their reservations honored, despite the restaurant's negligence. I do not recommend this restaurant.

I was hoping for a bagel place and this came up in the search, I'm not sure it qualifies as a…read more"bagel" place but what we had was great and the place is super cute and warm. The bagels are not the big, extra doughy ones, we ordered everything and while a bit light on the "everything" we appreciated that they were tasty and not too much. The cream cheese was just right. We enjoyed it with super dark roast - I'm still buzzing (kidding) but it was quite good. We sat outside on the porch, admiring the plants and even though we ordered at the counter, our bagels were brought to the porch. I almost asked for a crepe for dessert - but gotta save something for next time!

So overrated & overpriced. They have such a limited menu & it's very claustrophobic insideread more

This spot is our favorite place for coffee and daytime bites in downtown Aiken. Roxi my medical…read moreservice dog from Roxi's Ranch loves it just as much as I do. If you're a frequent coffee drinker, their refill cup deal is unbeatable at only $1.25. The breakfast sandwich is genuinely one of the best around. The bread is always fresh, and everything is made to order with real care. The staff is wonderful friendly to both locals and folks visiting from out of town and the steady lines just prove how popular the place is. While you're there, take a moment to check out the local artwork and stickers. There are some surprisingly interesting pieces. It can get a little noisy when the blender kicks on, but the back section stays nice and quiet. If I really enjoy the cup of coffee I'm drinking, I'll pop next door and buy the beans. Always a nice bonus. If you see Roxi you are welcome to ask to pet her. You might even get a lick.

Cute coffee cafe. Friendly service and refreshing vanilla latte. They have local artwork hanging up…read moreon the wall for sale. Nice ambience in this place.

This is an order when you go in and they bring the food to you restraunt…read more Serve yourself drink bar. There is a lot of art from local artists on the walls which is for sale. I ordered the hashbrowns with jalapeños, American cheese, sausage, and two over easy eggs on top. The jalapeños were seeded so you had a little heat with a lot of flavor. The restraunt was busy but it only took about 10 minutes for our food to get to the table. The hashbrowns were crisp on the outside and tender inside. The eggs were cooked perfectly. If you want a good breakfast in a locally owned restaurant, try them out. I will be back.

I got the breakfast plate. Food was mediocre. Grits were very good. They had a seasoned flavor…read more Atmosphere was good and clean. Server was nice but only saw her once after food was delivered. Food was a little pricey since it was nothing special. Everything was just ok.

Service was great and food was delicious -- Barista special was a must try and the Chai Latte was…read morefantastic! Cute atmosphere with plenty of seating and great for small or larger groups. Highly recommend if you are in the area

Don't remember how we stumbled upon this gem, but so glad we did! We just missed breakfast, which…read morewe were bummed about, until we ate our lunch! I had the half Village club w a house salad, and I'm still thinking about that lemon dill vinaigrette!! Yum! The hubs had a burger and was very satisfied w his choice as well. We already told my in laws about it, and can't wait to go back next time we're in town!!

Food is always delicious. Lovely atmosphere. A gem in Aiken. Wish they had more pastries available…read moreat certain times. But otherwise no complaints.

Well, everything good starts with a positive, unfortunately, as the owner has moved into many other…read morebusiness ventures, the quality and attentive service has diminished. After paying over $50 for a simple meal for lunch a meal never arrived after 45 minutes. Once the hostess noticed that we were sitting there forever with no drinks, we asked if we could please have our food because we were so late now after 45 minutes we had to leave. She then took another 15 minutes to deliver her food to go that was pathetic missing half of our meal. The salad was basically a three pieces of lettuce with soggy dressing and a toast of mushy goat cheese the turkey sandwich was not edible. Unfortunately we vote with our dollars and won't be back too bad. We thought it would be a good one.! When you diversify with too many restaurants in Aiken, you need to pay attention to your customer base. Good luck

Stopped into Metro Diner this morning during a drive to Aiken, and it ended up being one of those…read moremeals you don't forget. The vibe is exactly what you hope for in a local diner -- warm, welcoming, and full of life. You can tell right away it's a place people love coming back to. I ordered the Croissant French Toast, and WOW. It was perfectly cooked with flaky layers and that soft, custardy center -- rich without being too heavy. My brother went with the Fruit Waffle, loaded with fresh strawberries and bananas, and it was just as good as it looked. But honestly, what made the experience stand out was the service. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel completely at home. If you're anywhere near Aiken and craving a solid breakfast, this place is 100% worth it.

Metro Diner is solid--fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and their omelets are packed with flavor…read more Friendly service and a classic diner feel, perfect way to start the day. Definitely going back!

Party room will seat 36. 30 is more comfortable…read more Food portions are large. We didn't order apps and still took food home. If you have a large party, they automatically add a 20% tip to the bill. Unlike some restaurants, the tip is pre tax. Our server was very nice and all of the orders came out correct. Being Easter weekend and the beginning of Master's week, they were busy but we'll staffed and organized. Very good restraunt.

We came in on a Saturday afternoon and was seated right away. The restaurant is so much bigger than…read moreit appears from the outside with a covered patio that looks inviting as well. Unlike most restaurants, the bar is in the back with great sized screens for sport viewing. The middle of the restaurant is GREAT for family dining and Kinsley our server gave great cool vibes and was absolutely spot on with her timing. The drinks were good. The simple house salad was an ample helping for a starter. I liked the deviled eggs, a little too cold for the teeth but loved the bacon with its hint of sweetness. The lobster ravioli was so pretty and the short rib was tender and tasty