About Nicholson's

The idea for Nicholson’s was born from our founder’s passion for all things Great Britain. Nick Sanders traveled the U.K. extensively and fell in love with the amazing warmth, genuine hospitality and unique style of the public houses there. Much of the design was strongly inspired by Cafe Royal Circle Bar in Edinburgh, Scotland. We take great efforts to create a supremely authentic Scottish Pub experience, as the majority of the furniture and fixtures are from Great Britain. There is also Scottish soil underneath the bar and threshold so every guest is stepping onto a piece of Scotland when they walk through our doors. Our primary goal is to deliver an exceptional, unique, and singularly authentic experience every time.

26 years

Bringing Scotland to Cincinnati

100+

Scotch Whiskies

1st & Finest

Gastropub in the Region

READ OUR REVIEWS

Nicholson's Pub

4.4 Stars - Based on 6226 User Reviews

Mario Gonzalez

Nicholson’s brings the perfect Scottish pub vibe to Cincinnati. The food is incredible—don’t miss the crispy fish and chips, the rich pork belly with apple side, or the chicken schnitzel with a lemon twist. The shepherd’s pie is pure comfort food bliss. Great drinks and a warm atmosphere, but service can get pretty slow when it’s busy, which has happened more than once. - 1/20/2025

Jim

Wonderful evening spent at Nicholson’s! Delicious food and attentive staff. Highly recommend! - 1/17/2025

Joan

Jessie our server was attentive & fun!! Food was delicious! - 1/17/2025

Lynn

Because of the show at the Aronoff the restaurant was packed and the servers were working hard but it did take longer than normal to get our orders taken and food served. However all our food was very good! Thanks for getting us to the show on time. - 1/16/2025

Dale

Staff is very friendly. great service, regular waiters and waitreeses, good value. Then afterwards walk across the street to the Aronoff Center for a great show. - 1/15/2025

Kate

Everything was delicious and the service was exceptional. We ordered off a special menu prior to attending a Broadway production across the street. - 1/15/2025

Jerry

We were very pleased with our waitress, pleasant personality, efficient. The food was very good and served in a timely manner - 1/15/2025

Ken Hoffman

I LOVE the fireplace room! Our waitress had to many tables. I think someone called in sick. She was really nice. - 1/15/2025

Aubri

The specials they were offering for Les Mis were excellent. The haddock and pasta were wonderful! - 1/14/2025

Ivan

Wonderful, cozy lunch next to the fireplace. Great value. - 1/14/2025

Angela

My family & friends thoroughly enjoy eating at Nicholson's Fine Food & Whiskey for a majority of reasons. The food and variety of drinks are fantastic and we love that they create a "special menu" based on the shows at the Aronoff which is directly across the street. The decor makes you feel like you are stepping into another country, the staff is professional, courteous and very accommodating. I highly recommend checking them out. You won't be disappointed. - 1/13/2025

James

We went to Nicholson's after seeing Les Mis at the Aranoff. We got out of the show faster than expected, and Nicholson's was able to seat us well ahead of our reservation time, despite being quite busy. They had a menu with features celebrating the show, and the food and drinks were delicious. Would highly recommend. - 1/13/2025

Rebecca

Excellent food and lively atmosphere. Great place to dine before taking in a show across the street at the Aronoff Theater! - 1/13/2025

Beyah

Nice place to grab a drink with friends! I’ll try food next time I’m in 👍🏽 - 1/13/2025

Elizabeth Pike

Came up from Louisville to see a show at Arnoff. They got us in and out quickly even without a reservation although I would make one on a show night in the future. Both Jack and Jesse were awesome, friendly and welcoming, and the decor and ambiance appealed to my sister’s love of Scotland and my appreciation for men in kilts. The fish and chips were delicious, and the generous portions would have allowed for a take home box; however given that my sister and I weren’t going home, we should have shared the main meal with maybe an added side item. Great experience. I wish we’d been able to stay a little longer. My only reason for not giving five stars across the board is to give extra recognition to Jack and Jesse. - 1/12/2025

Emily W.

I had such a great first time here. My friend and I walked in on a busy Friday night and were able to get a table right away due to a canceled reservation. The ambiance was warm, brown, and cozy. Our server's name was Phe Phe - she was remarkable, kind, and took such great care of us. I had a Scotch egg for the first time - so tasty and jammy, I could eat 10 more. I also ordered the Welsh Dip and it was worth every penny and bite. My friend ordered The Bonnie and I was a bit jealous of it. I'm so excited for my next visit! - 1/12/2025

Susie

We enjoyed the back room area with the fireplace and less noise. It felt cozy on a winter night. My shrimp and grits were wonderful, especially when you consider that its a Scottish themed place. The Bourbon Creme Brule was delicious. The wait time for food was short and the service was very good. - 1/12/2025

Holly

Jasper was a delightful server, and most accommodating and efficient. Food was great and fireplace room is always so nice! Thank you! - 1/12/2025

richard

Service was impeccable, as always. Food was excellent. Nicholson’s never disappoints. - 1/12/2025

Michelle

Our meal was outstanding! And service was excellent! - 1/12/2025

Michelle

Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. Drinks were good and we had the goat cheese jam with naan appetizer and split the shrimp and grits. All I all it was enjoyable! - 1/10/2025

Meredith

Good food in a cozy and friendly setting. It just has a really welcoming feel to it. Our server did a great job. We've been there many times and will keep going back! - 1/10/2025

Amanda

We had a great meal before we went over to a play at the Aronoff. The service was excellent. - 1/10/2025

Steve

Pre theater meal. Been there many times before. As usual, good food and service. - 1/09/2025

Squire

Great food and plenty of it. Our server was very attentive and we get there in time for happy hour. Great place to eat. - 1/08/2025

Cathy

Less intimate than I hoped, but we had attentive servers and food was fine. Liked the pub by environment fir Christmas. - 1/06/2025

Jennifer

Excellent food and service. Beautiful seating area, it was very cold and we appreciated being seated far from the door and near a nice warm Fireplace! - 1/04/2025

CHRISTY

First time there. Food was delicious and our server Rodolfo was terrific! - 1/04/2025

Michelle

Delicious. Love the menu and atmosphere Our sandwiches were so good. Nicholson’s is a really great place for delicious pub food and relaxing atmosphere! - 1/03/2025

Chad P.

Been here a couple of times and I'm always getting good food. Everything from their appetizers to their entrees to whatever special they have on hand is always top notch! Aiden was our server this last time and he made sure we were taking care of. There was lots of room in the restaurant on a Wednesday after work but usually when there's a show going on across the street, it can be pretty full. I highly recommend the Scotch egg appetizer. Delicious! The fish and chips is also usually pretty good as well as any of the specials that they have on file. Everything from their breadboards to their burgers just always really good. Enjoy it! - 1/01/2025

625 Walnut Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
513-564-9111
nicholsons@dinetrg.com

HOURS:
Sunday: 10am-9pm
Monday-Saturday: 11am-11pm