About Nicholson's

Came here for a late lunch after trying to figure out what sounded good in the area! Walked in around 2pm to find the restaurant completely empty but was told it would be a full house within the next hour due to reservations. We were seated all the way in the back, in a separate room. At first, it felt a bit dramatic, but we were happy to see the place actually start to fill up within the hour. We also noticed that The Wiz was playing across the street, so I am assuming that's where most of the traffic was coming from. What we tried: + Brussels sprouts, 8/10 (fan favorite for our group) + fries with truffle aioli, 8/10 + buffalo chicken bites with goat cheese crumbles, 9/10 + fish and chips with fries, 8/10 Happy hour available! - 3/20/2026 

Amazing food and drinks. Gret service. The bartender remembered us from the last time we were there. - 3/18/2026 

I would have loved to give them a 5 start. The dishes were absolutely delicious. The deserts were out of this world. Let’s get to the appetizer. We got the smoked salmon dip. The appetizer didn’t come until we were almost done with our dinner. I tried to reject it as it was too late but the gentleman said we can still keep it but he will take it off our bill. Bill cam and it was on still. Our lovely server took it off right away after I said something. I did try the smoked salmon dip and to be honest, 2/10. It really wasn’t good. I probably would have sent it back anyways. I was actually shocked it wasn’t good because everything else was a 10/10. Would I go beck, I sure would after trying out other restaurants Cincinnati has to offer. - 3/16/2026 

Make sure you save room for the sticky toffee pudding! You'll thank yourself if you did! - 3/16/2026 

The ambiance is a fantastic vibe, laid back with a bunch of smiles. Servers are great! Pricing is worth every penny. - 3/15/2026 

Food was outstanding! The fries are completely different and I would recommend. We had the fish and chips and arugula salad were very good. We had drinks for St. Patrick's which were reasonably priced and very good. - 3/14/2026 

The food is good but why is the coleslaw on the fish fry shown as side but served as a condiment. - 3/14/2026 

Great atmosphere! Feels like a pub in Britian! Complete with servers in Kilts! Across the street from Arnoff Center For The Arts. Friendly staff. - 3/13/2026 

Great overall experience as always! Food and drinks were good abs fast! - 3/13/2026 

Stopped in for a Kilkenny and a quick bite before our concert and ended up staying longer then we thought! When we got to the door, we were told that all the tables were reserved, but the bar was open. Ok, that worked cause we really just wanted one of the most delicious beers in the world (in our opinion)! While watching the bartender pour our beers we decided to order the Belhaven beer cheese...OMG, you could just stick your face in the bowl, it was that good! Instead of killing time back at the hotel we decided to order the scotch egg and the egg rolls. I know, egg roll was a weird thought, but it just sounded good. It was interesting to say the least. But it got better when I added the horseradish, a smidgen of the gravy and some of the beer cheese!!! That just took it to the top! The scotch egg was amazing as well. All of this went soo well with the Kilkennys, yes we had 2 each! They are hard to come by in our area. Overall, the atmosphere was cool, the staff was great, and the food and drinks were amazing. Highly recommend syopping in and savoring a Kilkenny if you find yourself in the area! - 3/12/2026 

Our server, Jessie was amazing. Loved his smile and charm. - 3/12/2026 

Fish and chips is a no miss - consistently good every time - 3/10/2026 

Always love the menu based on the Broadway plays. Service was good -attentive and prompt. Great Bloody Mary! - 3/09/2026 

This was our first time to eat here and we loved it! We will definitely be back again and again! - 3/09/2026 

Dined at Nicholson before a show at the Aronoff. Fish and Shrimp. Food was good. - 3/09/2026 

Dinner after the 2pm theatre. Food was very good. Generous portions. Fife did an outstanding job serving us. - 3/08/2026 

Food was delicious, service stellar. It is a bit loud, but that is to be expected in a lively restaurant. - 3/06/2026 

Wonderful food and excellent service!! Remember to make reservations! - 3/06/2026 

Great place for dinner and show across street. Have a good dinner - 3/06/2026 

Have been going to Nicholson’s before the Aronoff for years. Last night was the first time we were seated in a booth, how quaint! Lainey was a lovely and attentive server. Great job! - 3/04/2026 

We love eating here because the food is always terrific and so is the service. This time was great and we got to celebrate our anniversary also. thank you - 3/04/2026 

We went to eat before the play "Shucked" and had food from the themes page for the play. It was so good and the drinks were fun. - 2/27/2026 

Always amazing food, normally stop in foe dinner before seeing a show across the street. Enjoyed the salmon that was on the show menu for Shucked. - 2/24/2026 

Great food and service prior to heading over to Aronoff. - 2/24/2026 

The beef stew soup was heated in a nuclear reactor. It was VERY hot - burn your mouth heat, and VERY greasy. The fish and chips on the other hand was barely warm. I’ve had much better food quality before and chalk it up to the show across the street - which we were there to see. We’ll try it again. - 2/23/2026 

Food was great but they were out of one of the specials from the shucked menu. That was disappointing. - 2/23/2026 

Had a great dinner before going to a show at the Aronoff. Enjoy the show specials they offer. - 2/23/2026 

We shared the Pot Roast, it was awesome!!! Place was hopping... FC Cincinnati playing, Aronoff Center, Shucked was playing!!! Great Night, Great service!!!Well done!!! - 2/22/2026 

Great pre-show meal. We were seated by the fireplace which was perfect for a very cold day. - 2/22/2026 

The specials for the musical at the Aronoff were amazing! - 2/22/2026