Reviews

One of my downtown Cincinnati Favs! - 6/14/2024 

We loved the service, it was pretty quick. We ordered bread board(4stars) and fish chips (3stars) and shrimp grits ( 4.5star). It was large portions and we couldn’t finish it all. Overall pretty good and our attendant jack was very attentive and recommending well. Parking: There was public parking on the backroad of the restaurant - 6/11/2024 

Came in and was seated promptly without a reservation. Asked for a water and time to look over the menu, and was left alone for about 20-30 minutes until a server wandered over by chance with a stack of menus and took my order. I appreciate that my order was taken, but I thought the staff would be a bit more attentive. Ordered a Scotch Egg ($11) with Smithswicks ($7.50) and the Welsh Dip ($18) with Highland Flight ($28). The scotch egg was good classic pub food and like most other scotch eggs I've had. Crispy and crunchy, and paired well with the mustard. The arugula salad was refreshing. Definitely recommend as an appetizer. The Welsh Dip is a must-have. A bit messy due to it being a dip, but absolutely delicious in a pub-food sort of way between sips of Scotch. I was really surprised to see that the pretzel bun had actual large cubes of salt on top like any respectable pub pretzel should. You MUST sub out the fries for the house roasted potatoes. Their salty, crispy goodness is divine. You can even pour your leftover au jus over them if you want. - 6/04/2024 

Salmon was a little over, which is a shame, but is pretty common. Was just hoping for better. Veggies were good--not over. Guiness was good 👍 Would visit again, but would know what to expect. - 6/04/2024 

Fantastic place!! Excellent service. - 6/01/2024 

Great place, food, everything nice! - 5/31/2024 

We brought a group down for lunch from Green Township Senior Center- we attended a show at the Aronoff and then walked across the street- the catering staff were very easy to work with in setting up a private room for our group of 35 and setting up a preset menu. Service the day of the lunch was great and we were served our lunch in a very timely manner- the Seniors had a great time and we will be back again! - 5/30/2024 

Our server was wonderful and very attentive. The food was great. The food arrive quickly and was the correct temperature. - 5/30/2024 

We started with Brussel sprouts, amazing! Then had the fish and chips (wee serving was generous) and the pork pub sandwich. All delicious. Service was excellent! - 5/28/2024 

Right next to the hotel we stayed. And the ambiance, it's like you stepped into a pub in Aberdeen. The staff were beyond fantastic, really. They were absolutely the highlight of the visit. I started with a Belhaven and my wife had a cider drink. My wife had the steak and enjoyed it. The sauce was good. I had the fish and chips, and as much as I wanted to like them, I was a bit disappointed. I'm not a fan of panko and they were just a bit over cooked. But that did not ruin our night. We then stayed at the bar and patio afterwards and had a great evening. - 5/26/2024 

Wonderful experience and great food, we will definitely go there again - 5/25/2024 

We enjoyed our dinner and the food was good. We did have an issue that was resolved after we complained. There are appetizers and drink deals listed on the happy hour page that are similar to regular menu items. We believed we were ordering from the happy hour menu until our bill arrived and it was $20 higher than it should have been. Be explicit when ordering during happy hour! It would be helpful for the staff to clarify when taking an order. - 5/23/2024 

This place has good food. The drinks are mostly reasonable, and they have a huge selection. They have special event drinks when shows come to the Aronoff Center across the street. Happy hour specials are fantastic, and each table is separated enough to give privacy. The only thing that drops a star from 5 is the absence of Haggis from a scottish menu. If they ever put it on the menu I'll stop by and hopefully give them a fifth star. - 5/23/2024 

Service was great, Jesse was upbeat, engaging, and very helpful. Food was good though my steak was unevenly cooked. Great location directly across from the Aronoff center. - 5/23/2024 

Nice dinner and great service! Food was amazing!!! - 5/23/2024 

Nicholson's is a go to restaurant if you are going to the theater in downtown Cincinnati. It is best to inform your wait person that you need to be out of the restaurant due to the start time of the show when seated. They offer several large tables to seat six comfortably. Tables are tight so the noise level can be loud. Food was good and offered a wide variety of selections for our group from soup/salad to a chicken sandwich and crab cakes. Nice selection of beers on draft and cans. Would like selection in the wine offered. Bring back the Biltmore wines to your menu. - 5/20/2024 

A Fun Experience in Every Way I was a single person among a group of 11 others on the Riverside Food Streetcar Tour. There were 12 of us who all sat down to eat at the same time. I was very impressed with the quality and amount of the food we were served. Everyone from the host to the servers could not have been more cordial and helpful. The entire group agreed that ours was a fun, fulfilling experience. - 5/20/2024 

Once again great food and service before aronoff - 5/20/2024 

I’ve been to Nicholson’s before, but this visit seemed to be exceptionally good. We were taken immediately to our table and the server was quick to take our drink orders. There is a large selection on the menu, but not too large to be overwhelming. Once we decided on our food orders, the server was readily available to take our orders. The food came out quickly and was really quite good. I had the Shepherd’s Burger and my dining companion had the pot roast. Both very good. I had the cheesecake for dessert without the fruit. Highly recommend it. The one glitch was with my friend receiving a second Manhattan. It took what seemed longer than necessary, but it did not detract from the overall experience. Kudos to our server for being personable and cheerful. I will go back and recommend this restaurant. - 5/19/2024 

Food was good. Server was very attentive. Great location for before the theater dining. - 5/19/2024 

Nice selection of food and drink. Help was very attentive to our needs. - 5/19/2024 

Enjoyed the special menu for the show “Clue” at the Aronoff! Granddaughter had the colonel mustard pasta and loved it. I had the Kentucky hot brown off the regular menu and it was delicious as always - 5/18/2024 

Had dinner at Nicholson's prior to the Clue show at the Aronoff. Service and food was great! - 5/18/2024 

Great service in a nice location. Only complaint would be my steak was unevenly cooked and fries were soggy due to steak sauce and juices spreading across the plate. - 5/17/2024 

Our food was fabulous as was our server. We will definitely return!! - 5/17/2024 

We enjoyed the mystery dinner before "Clue" at the Aronoff. The one thing that bothered my companion was that the food in the chafing dishes was cold: Mac & cheese and taco meat & rice. I must thank your staff, especially Shannen and Chef, for accommodating my need for gluten-free food. The Pad Thai was good, and thanks to their willingness to have coconut aminos available, along with a clean pan and tongs, made my evening!! Thank you!! - 5/16/2024 

First time at Nicholson’s and will definitely be going back when I’m back in Cincy. The Scotch Egg was fantastic and the main course of Pot Roast and Shepard pie were very good. Although new to the bar staff the vodka sours were outstanding. - 5/16/2024 

Basic Irish pub food but it was good. Server could have been a little more attentive as it was not that busy. Fish and chips were good as well as the Guinesss and Burger. The atmosphere was really nice and upscale. - 5/16/2024 

Stopped in for drinks with friends and family. Our server was awesome. Everyone loved the atmosphere. We did not eat. - 5/16/2024 

We had the charcuterie board, fish and chips and hot brown. The place was packed due to opening night but our service was great. We had Eliza as our server and she was running around serving many tables but attentive to us. Food came out in a timely manner and we were at the show with plenty of time to spare. Manager even stopped to check in. - 5/15/2024 

As a Scot loved it, seemed great. Sadly moved to outdoor front as my 18 year old was with me and sun was challenging first half hour. . Strange how policy differs from establishment to establishment in Cincy on adult minors! Loved the beer and food, I had turkey option, (although a 'banger' is fried or baked but never 'gekocht' so disappointed there). As I said it looks great. Wanted to try some bourbon too, as I was in 'Rome', but felt isolated and pushed outside. That said great malt selection as a someone who seeks my national drink normally. At 5pm, I think you'd do better by groups with adult nondrinkers by being more welcoming. Other wise I'd offer 5stars. That said Scottish folk it's a must if in toon! - 5/09/2024 

Great service, fun atmosphere, and a great selection of whiskey. - 5/09/2024 

Amazing! - 5/09/2024 

The several times that I have come to Nicholson's, I have always enjoyed the food, drinks, and the atmosphere. One thing to note is that if you are needing a quick bite, then Nicholson's might not be the best fit for your needs. If you have the time, the food and drinks are worth the wait! - 5/06/2024 

Our server, Chloe, was very nice and extremely efficient. She was one of the best servers I’ve had in a long while. The meals were plentiful and full of flavor. Nice night out for myself and my husband. - 5/05/2024 

Great food and service before heading over to Aronoff - 5/05/2024 

Great food in an upscale Scottish pub. The wide selection of scotch is awesome - 5/04/2024 

Jack was terrific! He made our experience great! Food was okay. - 5/04/2024 

Our “go to” place for pre or post theater dining. The food is always good and the service friendly! - 5/03/2024 

Nicholson’s is so theater friendly! One of my favorite preshow dinning experiences. - 5/03/2024 

Waiting staff was awesome!! Happy hour deals were great - 5/01/2024 

Service was fantastic. We had a show after eating and they did a great job of managing our order with how busy the kitchen was to ensure we had plenty of time to eat and get to our show on time. Food was very good. My pork chop was just slightly overdone. But, nothing major. Outside of that food was fantastic. - 4/28/2024 

Food was great, when walking out the door the server flipped us off but not sure why - 4/28/2024 

Our waitress Deja, was AMAZING! So kind, efficient, and welcoming. - 4/27/2024 

We went for dinner before seeing Six at the Aronoff. love that they had show specific items on the menu. we split the spring roll app, it was yummy and the sliders, also yummy. Our waiter was helpful and not overbearing.All and all, a nice experience - 4/26/2024 

Great meal and great service. This is a great option if you’re going to Broadway play. - 4/26/2024 

This is an excellent example of how to operate a restaurant! The place was absolutely packed when I arrived. I sat down at the bar and had a bartender almost immediately, I ordered a beer and then food. The entree came out of the kitchen about 5 minutes after I ordered and was fantastic. 10/10 would recommend! - 4/25/2024 

Goat cheese appetizer was excellent, beef dip sandwich good, but beef cooked too much, bagel roll very bland, more like cake. - 4/25/2024 

Fantastic as usual! Great food, great service, a very enjoyable experience every time. - 4/22/2024 

Our party of 4 had a tight schedule and the staff were very good in helping us complete our meal in time. - 4/21/2024 

Considering it was a very busy night, food was great, - 4/21/2024 

Great location and vibe. Almost like an Irish/sports pub. Great service and great food. Bartenders were on point and quick. - 4/20/2024 

I know many restaurants are trying various ways to cut food cost and manage prices, but it seemed that they have reduced the quality of their signature dish - Fish & Chips, to the point where it’s no longer worth the trip. 😞 Service was good. - 4/17/2024 

Our server was awesome! He came over frequently and helped us with our food and drink choices! - 4/12/2024 

Across from the Aronoff. Convenient if you are attending a show. Food was very good and came out fast. Live music. Not too loud. Very nice ambiance. Recommend Fish and Chips and Shrimp and grits. Smoked salmon appetizer was great. - 4/11/2024 

The food was great and so was the service. I highly recommend the place and wish I wore my kilt. - 4/08/2024 

Had a wonderful dinner at Nicholson’s! Felt like we were in Scotland! Beautiful decor and atmosphere - our room had a roaring fire that was very cozy on a chilly night. The servers were all attentive; our was Emma and she made some good recommendations. We loved the fact that they all wore kilts. Food was excellent. We started with the Scotch egg and we all had the shepherds pie, which was delicious! And of course, no UK meal is complete without sticky toffee pudding! Prices were very reasonable too. Great find in this busy city. Real men wear kilts! - 4/07/2024 

Love the vibe as it fits all types- family, theatre goers, scotch lovers and a fun and airy pub experience. Gotta try the pineapple upside down cake martini- didn’t know what I had been missing. Food great quality and nice selection. - 4/07/2024 

Staff very attentive, and I noticed how they worked well together . Having dinner before attending the Aronoff, the staff was aware and made sure we completed our meal in a timely fashion! Nicholsons is one of our go-to restaurants! - 4/07/2024 

Fun restaurant. Service was excellent. Everyone very friendly. Our server was helpful with selection and super fast. Restaurant in great location near Fountain Square and the Aronoff Center. - 4/07/2024 

We had tickets for the Aronoff, across the street, so This was so convenient. The black bean soup was a delight! Thick and very tasty, My husband's salad with grilled chicken was great, as well. - 4/07/2024 

The food was excellent as usual. It took a while for our server to show up, but after that he was very attentive. - 4/07/2024 

Good atmosphere. Very quiet with very few patrons on a stormy Tuesday night (heavy Tstorms and tornado watch). Food was very good. Server forgot to bring drink. Had to remind him when he brought dinner. - 4/03/2024 

I loved it. It was peaceful. Every one was nice. I'll be back - 3/31/2024 

Very busy and very loud. Of course, it was opening day and that is to be expected. The servers were very friendly and knowledgeable. They recommended the pot roast and I do too. It was delicious. The pricing was very affordable. - 3/29/2024 

We had a nice dinner at Nicholson's tonight. The food was good. The server was excellent, Joshua. But the music was so loud that it was hard to have conversation. - 3/29/2024 

Always love it here but love even more to find out they do theme drinks for the theater across the street. This will get me here every show! Otherwise I enjoy an afternoon or early evening at the bar, with a few drinks and a cheese tray. Love cutting the cheese with friends. Saw a tiny lady get the largest sandwich I ever saw. Turns out she shared it, but it was big enough for a family of four! She didn't even finish her half. Huge portions are a turn off for me. - 3/25/2024 

Great food, atmosphere and service! We enjoyed our meal after the show at the Aronoff. Had no problems getting a reservation a week in advance. - 3/25/2024 

As always, the food was great and the service was friendly. Perfect for a dinner before or after the Aronoff. - 3/25/2024 

Atmosphere, service, and food were all fantastic. Definitely will be back again with friends and family. - 3/24/2024 

Service was excellent, food was good and price was reasonable. - 3/24/2024 

I took my teenage grandson to the theater, and this was a perfect place to enjoy our dinner before the show! Located minutes away, we relaxed while eating a delicious appetizer bread tray. The entrees we chose were more than filling (even for a 6’2” growing boy), to the point we had no room for dessert. Our service was excellent, and our waiter treated us like we came here often!! He was friendly, helpful, and on top of our every need. - 3/23/2024 

Had the BEST meal and service today. Natalie was a GREAT SERVER and the special Peter Pan menu was a nice touch before seeing the play. PLEASE keep cocktails sauce as an option for your fish and chips. I don't like tarter but LOVED having it for my shrimp and fish today. - 3/23/2024 

Had a wonderful time trying different beers to go with our delicious appetizers and meals. Service was excellent and attentive, even as the place got quite busy. Next time I'd like to try one of the interesting Scotch flights. - 3/23/2024 

It was our first time eating here! Our experience was wonderful! The food, service and ambiance was perfect! Our server was Josh and he was very good! - 3/23/2024 

Better than expected. Food was good. Service was quick. Vibe was fun. - 3/22/2024 

Great place to eat if going to Aronoff! Give it a try!! - 3/22/2024 

Our food was delicious and our service was outstanding! - 3/22/2024 

Nothing is more satisfying than spending time in a true Irish bar. While traveling through Cincinnati on my way to other destinations, I happened to be staying at a hotel in town and my son just, by chance, was in town for a business meeting tomorrow. He had been to Nicholsons before and suggested we go. As a fan of Guinness, we definitely started out with a draft. With an appetizer of Scottish eggs and some bangers and mash, it became a memorable night. Almost felt like we were in downtown Dublin. - 3/21/2024 

Caleb was our server and he is awesome!! He’s very efficient, friendly, knowledgeable about the menu. Great service and the food is ALWAYS Good!! - 3/20/2024 

We went on St Patrick’s Day so very busy and they did a great job ensuring we were served. Food and drinks were great! - 3/18/2024 

Food is extraordinary, service was excellent. I would recommend a Celtic musician for the Celtic holidays. - 3/18/2024 

I had a half size Caesar salad and the fish and chips. SO had the Enchanted Garden salad with grilled chicken. We enjoyed thoroughly. Service was outstanding. - 3/17/2024 

The pot roast, carrots and Mac & cheese was excellent. My only complaint was it had some chunks of fat, a little trimming would have taken care of that. - 3/17/2024 

I think his name was Caleb but he was the best server we have had!!!!! Thank you!!!! We were going to the show and he was on top of it the entire time! Never missed anything - 3/15/2024 

Josh was our server. Top notch. Knew we had to be at the show. Didn’t rush us but kept us on track. Good job! - 3/15/2024 

Nicholson's never disappoints, we have amazing service every time and the food is always delicious! - 3/13/2024 

we love coming here because of the food and atmosphere. Always find it a good place to eat at. - 3/13/2024 

I've been here a couple times now and love this place! Want to return often and that's how good it is! Came here on a weekend and it wasn't very busy at all but I can imagine it gets pretty busy during game times. Had some great food including the Scotch egg appetizers, fish and chips, chicken schnitzel, the breadboard, Shepherd's gastro burger, and the horse and barrel sliders through all of my visits here. Every one of them has been amazing! Literally just great. The breadboard was a lot of fun and everything else just tasted so good. Definitely top-notch food here! Came here once before a show at the Aronoff Center across the street and it was pretty darn busy. They take reservations though so keep that in mind. It's pretty loud as well but the food is just so good and the service is always been great. Ambiance is big and classic pub-looking and just overall fun! We've had Imran as our waiter and he took care of his great. Everyone else who served us just took care of us great. This is a great place that is trying to uphold it's great reputation and I'm proud to continue patronizing them! - 3/10/2024 

Service by Ronaldo was good. We were seated in a weird tight location. Food was good. - 3/09/2024 

We had a wonderful time! Took my mom for lunch before we went to the Aronoff to see Shen Yun. We will definitely be back. - 3/04/2024 

There was two of us. We had mixed drinks, an appetizer and entrees. All were great! I think our waiters name was Jesse and he was perfect! I highly recommend the Steak and Frites! - 3/03/2024 

The food was very good. Pretzel appetizer was one of the best we've had. Fish n chips and bangers and mash were really good. Service was good but could have been better. - 3/03/2024 

Awesome restaurant great place to hang out before and after the Aronoff show! - 3/03/2024 

A great place to have dinner before a Broadway Play. - 2/27/2024 

Great experience ! We did wait a while for our food - at least 40 min, but the waitress was lovely and kept us informed! - 2/26/2024 

Great food and excellent selection of scotch/bourbon (as always). Always in my top 5 greater Cincinnati foodie places. - 2/26/2024 

Our server, Kaleb, added to a great experience. Thank you! - 2/26/2024 

Excellent service. Good food, Enjoyed the experience - 2/26/2024 

This wasn' t our first visit to Nicholson's. The food was excellent, the ambience is very nice. The only issue we had this time was the wait. We don't think it was an issue with our server. It took nearly 40 minutes from the time we ordered until the time we were served. I suspect it was a kitchen staffing issue but given our order was very simple i.e. a salad and a sandwich, Nicholson's has to do better. We will be back but very careful about what and when we order. - 2/25/2024 

Delicious brunch with family before a show at Aronoff. It does get noisy as it gets busier, so be aware. Always enjoy ourselves, though! - 2/25/2024 

Food was great! Jesse our waiter was great as well! Overall though, hostesses seemed frustrated and it was very loud. - 2/25/2024 

The ole ball and chain and I came here for Valentines Day and we were pleasantly surprised. She had the Shrimp and Grits and I the Bangers and Mash. Grits were smooth, just like down south(which is the only way she’ll eat them) and it was my first attempt at Bangers and Mash. Both dishes were more than enough food, we did save room for dessert which was the Brûlée and a dense chocolate pound cake, both were delightful. We will definitely keep this in the special occasion rotation - 2/23/2024 

I used to go to Nicholson’s on occasion about 15 years ago but was never impressed with their food - but WOW has that changed! Last night I had a fantastic Kentucky Mule and the Welsh Dip sandwich and roasted carrots are absolutely CRAVABLE!! - 2/22/2024 

Been here twice now to see shows across the street. Great food, service, and value - 2/22/2024 

Came here before a show at the Aronoff. The pot roast was amazing and the fish and chips were some of the best I've had locally. My only complaint was that it took almost 30 minutes to receive our check, pay it, and get our card back. The lengthy delay in cashing out had us scrambling to our seats across the street a few minutes before the start of the show. Still a fantastic restaurant that I look forward to returning to, just probably not before a show next time. - 2/21/2024 

Nicholson’s is always a good bet for a pre-show dinner. I made reservations for 2 and could only get “counter” seating. Not sure what it was, but learned upon arrival it was those short tables across from the bar. The seating was just fine. Glad it wasn’t cold out. I could see those seats being drafty when the door is opened. The pot roast was delicious. - 2/21/2024 

Drinks only, great venue for happy hour meet up with friends. - 2/21/2024 

We love Nicholson's, it's a fun place to go and the food and service is consistently good. - 2/18/2024 

We had a day date and it was lovely! Highly recommend the pineapple upside down cocktail and pork belly was amazing!! - 2/17/2024 

Great as always. The food and drinks were wonderful - 2/17/2024 

We had a wonderful experience with the team at Nicholson's. We hosted a travelers cocktail party in lieu of a formal rehearsal dinner. The venue was upbeat and casual, and my guests loved the ambiance of the space. The food was fantastic and plentiful, we had so many options to choose from. We also have a few dietary restrictions in our group, and they went out of their way to prepare us allergen-free plates in addition to the selections we had made. The staff was extremely friendly and kind, and they were visible and quick to take drink orders. I am so thrilled we hosted our party here. Seriously couldn't have been a better experience, and the price point was super palatable compared to other options in downtown Cincinnati. - 2/14/2024 

This was my first time here. Our water, Caleb was friendly and had tremendous attention to detail. The food was amazing. Definitely will be back! - 2/11/2024 

Most authentic Scottish and Irish dishes and drinks. Cannot go wrong with this establishment. Converted us to become regulars. Pork Belly, Bangers and Mash and the Fish and Chips were incredible. - 2/05/2024 

The hostess was a little hard to deal with. But if you make it past her, the food and service are well worth the hassle. - 2/04/2024 

Love the food and atmosphere and they always get us in and out in time for our show tickets right across the street! - 1/31/2024 

The restaurant is good. The food is ok, not great. The service was good and it is a very convenient location. Not much value for money in terms of the food but the location is great!! - 1/29/2024 

Once again great service from Jess and great food from the kitchen. Great place to eat before heading to the Aronoff. - 1/29/2024 

Fish and chips were delicious The special short rib was also very good! Fun themed drinks for Beetlejuice - 1/29/2024 

Love the location to the Arnoff and the atmosphere is always so warm and inviting - 1/29/2024 

Everything from food to service was very good. My only complaint is when booking through OpenTable weeks before there were no reservations available at 5:30pm-6:30pm so we took the 5:15pm reservation. There were plenty of tables, booths and seats available when we were there. So why were they not available when we made the booking! - 1/28/2024 

We go to nicholsons before shows at rather Aronoff. I usually get grilled salmon on a salad. Salad is very good and the salmon is always grilled perfectly. We will continue to eat there as long as the food is so good. - 1/28/2024 

Started with a Scotch egg - yum! Then had the beer cheese pretzel followed by shepherds pie. Great meal and service in a very nice atmosphere. - 1/28/2024 

Our favorite pre-theater spot to dine. Never disappoints! - 1/28/2024 

Amazing Scottish pub. Had the bangers & mash and they exceeded my expectations. Great flavor! Had the sticky toffee pudding for dessert. It was good - not great, and I've had better, but I'd order it again. Overall nice experience. Love the ambiance. - 1/26/2024 

Food was excellent! We arrived for a 6 PM reservation (just as Happy Hour was ending) so bar was very busy with last HH orders. This slowed up our wine service but we still had plenty of time to get to Aronoff show. - 1/26/2024 

Very good food ! Love they have specials for the Aronoff shows. Happy Hour is great especially the pretzels and beer cheese, the cheese is fantastic ! - 1/26/2024 

LOVED they had a theme menu fir the show at the aronoff - 1/26/2024 

Great food and service! Drinks were also a hit! We’ll definitely be back for more. - 1/25/2024 

Nicholson's has a great atmosphere and bar. Food is good. - 1/24/2024 

The place is very convenient for shows at the Aronoff. Slight problem with my meal but the manager took great care of me. Overall very happy. - 1/23/2024 

Such a great evening with music and dancing and food/drink! Love this place! - 1/23/2024 

love this place and event, will return every year, if possible. - 1/23/2024 

Server excellent. Food average I got a burger fries were cold. - 1/23/2024 

We went to Nicholson’s before attending a show at the Aronoff. We were greeted immediately and shown to our table. The server was very nice and kept checking in with us without making us feel rushed. The food arrived hot and as it was ordered. I had one of their signature drinks especially designed for the show we were seeing and it was so good. I like everything about Nicholson’s and will be dining there again before our next theatre experience. - 1/22/2024 

We went to Nicholson’s after the play on Sunday afternoon. We were seated right away. Drink order were taken and we ordered food shortly after. Everything was as we asked it to be. Food was great, our server was too. Very helpful guy. We will definitely be back! - 1/22/2024 

Food was amazing as always. Chicken schnitzel is hearty and delicious entry. All the food here is great. There was an issue in the kitchen, but the management and wait staff were attentive and kept us updated. A very enjoyable evening. - 1/21/2024 

Wonderful service. Food was fantastic and everything came out quickly. - 1/21/2024 

Almost like the real Scotland, just not as drafty.certainly warmer than winter, not as cold as summer. We had a great time every time we visited. The food and services are very good. I highly recommend this restaurant. And the bar ain't bad either. - 1/20/2024 

Overall good but service was extremely slow due to short staffed, - 1/20/2024 

We love coming here. It's beautiful and the food is phenomenal. Can only afford it once a year though. - 1/19/2024 

We had fabulous and dinner was outstanding. Had a problem with gift cards but the managers quickly resolved it! Talk about CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! - 1/18/2024 

Music too loud. Short dibs very good. They were great about getting us in and out in time for the Broadway show. Service GREAT - 1/18/2024 

We love the food and atmosphere whenever we eat here. The food and drinks are somewhat unique as is the atmosphere. - 1/17/2024 

Good service, Reuben was good. Parking could be challenging. - 1/17/2024 

Excellent service! Food was ok. Nothing special. Good ambiance: casual yet sophisticated. - 1/15/2024 

Highly recommend going here. Beautiful building, great food and drinks and very attentive workers. - 1/14/2024 

Our group of four each enjoyed the delicious food, drinks and the outstanding service.  - 1/14/2024 

I went here for the first time the other day and everything was absolutely delicious! I had the arugula salad and am now craving it again. Every cocktail we ordered was delicious as well along with the egg roll appetizer. Definitely will be coming back! - 1/13/2024 

The food and beer list were great! Enjoyed authentic Scottish cuisine. - 1/08/2024 

Nicholson’s food was outstanding! The service was good, and the food came out fast. Even though the food came out fast, we were not rushed to leave our table. It was a fantastic night, and I highly recommend. - 1/07/2024 

We really enjoyed our dinner at Nicholson's. The restaurant itself is really comforting and cozy feeling, with low lighting and rich dark wood decor. It definitely felt like a cold weather restaurant, all the dark interior might seem heavy in the airy atmosphere of spring or summer. We got fish and chips, soups, and the salmon entrees. I can't say we were 'wow-ed' by the food, but it was good. The salmon came with an odd arrangement of veggies and was a tad dried out. I think we expected just a bit more elevation given the popularity behind the name but mainly I got the feeling we were paying more $$ for the name not necessarily the experience or food. I think the kicker was that it being a scotch destination, we expected our server to perhaps know a bit about the selections available- when we asked her, however, if she had any recommendations she said 'oh I don't drink scotch' and just walked away. Odd- seems a solid recommendation could be a way to earn a larger tip! While I can't say we'll likely be making Nicholson's our top choice for a night out, I do look forward to visiting again if the opportunity arises. - 1/06/2024 

Went to Nicholson's for the first time with a group of friends as a sort of last minute dinner decision, and we were not disappointed! The restaurant is much bigger than expected once inside, and they have an upstairs you can rent out for events too which was neat to find out. Our server, Caleb, was amazing and super knowledgeable, he had personal stories to tie into what his favorite dishes and recommendations were. Pictured here is the pot roast (substituted Mac & cheese for roasted potatoes) and it was so delicious! Definitely will be back!! - 1/05/2024 

Great food & drinks. Chloe and Natalie did a fantastic job! - 1/03/2024 

Had the Ruben and flash fried Brussels which were excellent! My wife had the fish and chips. They were also amazing! Service was excellent and food came out fast. Definitely plan to go back! - 1/01/2024 

Shephard's pie is amazing and the scotch options are all "top" shelf. Save room for fried pound cake. Service was excellent too. - 1/01/2024 

On a date with my wife, was looking for a local place....made our reservation on Open Table...easy....was greeted at the host stand by three smiling staff....promptly seated and graciously attended to throughout our meal without being overbearing. The restaurant is much larger than I expected. The crab cake appetizer was a hit; as was the fish and chips and shrimp & grits. Would recommend this fine establishment; we plan to visit again next time in town... - 12/30/2023 

It’s always a good, consistent place with a good vibe. - 12/30/2023 

Had a very good dining experience here last night with a group of eight. In town for work at the convention center. It was 7:00pm on a Thursday night (none of us from Cincinnati) and they were able to seat us right away (which we were thankful for since we had a short window for dinner). The service was excellent (thank you Caleb) and the food was very good. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Loved the dark wood, big chairs, etc. Everyone raved about their food. I had the Chicken Schnitzel. It was very good - the chicken was fried crispy with good flavor. The potato/turnip mash complimented it well and the carrots had a good flavor. My wife had Shepherds Pie- she says it was seasoned well, the lamb was good and the vegetables were done but not mushy. Her favorite part was the gravy and the creamy, fluffy potatoes on top. I hear good reviews on the pot roast, the fish and chips, and one of the burgers. Our lively conversation slowed significantly after the food arrived. A few ordered dessert. The cheesecake and the cobbler were both enjoyed. - 12/29/2023 

Always a welcoming atmosphere at Nicholson's that we have appreciated over the years. Dishes our group had included crab cakes, tavern salad, burger, fish 'n chips, ploughman's platter, and roast pork loin --- plus a round of whiskeys before the meal. Everything was excellent - service and food. Our expectations weren't exceeded only because our expectations are always very high for Nicholson's and they are always met! - 12/27/2023 

Amazingly friendly staff, great food and drinks, and a perfect atmosphere for a Christmas Eve night out. Thanks to Jesse for a job well done - 12/25/2023 

Nicholson’s never disappoints! Food and service were amazing! - 12/25/2023 

Loved this place. Went a couple of times. They have my all time favorite beer, Old Speckled Hen, and the food was very good. I sat at the bar both times and found the staff both engaging and attentive. Plan accordingly with a theatre across the street. Later plans are better after everyone leaves for the opening of the theatre doors. Next time I'm downtown I'm heading right back here again. - 12/24/2023 

I enjoyed not only the decor of the restaurant, but the food too! (Fish in the Fish and Chips was cooked a little too long, everything else was fine). The Service was Excellent! - 12/24/2023 

Always a great stop before a show at the Aronoff. Fish and chips are a favorite, as well as shepherd's pie. - 12/23/2023 

Consistent food with excellent service. We'll be back! - 12/23/2023 

First time in ages I thought, "wow, this meal is kind of underpriced." Great location, good food and atmosphere, and tremendous value. - 12/22/2023 

Caleb, our waiter was outstanding. Thanks for a delightful evening @ Nicholson's! - 12/21/2023 

The team at Nicholson’s was great to work with! We had a few changes that came up throughout the process and they were always flexible and understanding. The space worked perfectly for our reception and the staff was friendly and efficient, especially given the size of our party. - 12/20/2023 

Chose Nicholson's prior to the show (Aronoff). We were on time (per our reservation) and seated immediately. Our food was very good, our cocktails were ever so tasty . . . but the real treat of the evening was our delightful server - Heather. Thanks Heather for making a great dining experience! We'll be back, and with any luck, we'll have our same great server! - 12/18/2023 

Once again superior service and great food- perfect before going to Aronoff - 12/18/2023 

Great place to have a bite to eat before a show at the Arnoff. - 12/18/2023 

Great food and great service! I enjoyed the special drinks. - 12/18/2023 

This was a great place to celebrate our daughter's graduation! The service was fun, friendly, prompt and courteous. The food was excellent. And the atmosphere was simultaneously cozy and elegant with all the beautiful paneling and coffered ceiling yet lively and fun. We will be back! - 12/17/2023 

Everything was great!! Only issue we order a charcuterie board and didn't have pickles.on it! Only raisins and olives! - 12/17/2023 

Great and unique food options, with excellent service, and a really fun atmosphere! - 12/17/2023 

Always a great experience, good food, great service, perfect for before a show. - 12/17/2023 

The staff was so kind, attentive, and welcoming. Food was delicious!! - 12/17/2023 

Great food and service, as well as value. Would definitely recommend - 12/17/2023 

Very good service and excellent food. We will go back - 12/17/2023 

Great staff, good food, an enjoyable outing. Thanks! - 12/17/2023 

The pot roast was SO good! Definitely a cool Place for a low key dinner and good beer! - 12/16/2023 

Our server was excellent, she kept checking back with us in spite of how busy they were. The drinks and food came out pretty quickly, and my dinner was piping hot! Kudo's to the Shepherds Pie! - 12/14/2023 

Quintessential Pub. We loved it and will definitely return our next trip to Cincinnati. - 12/14/2023 

Nicholson's is SO convenient when we have a show at the Aronoff, and the food is tasty but the service is pretty slow. We even ordered everything--drinks, appetizer, meal when the server first approached and we still waited quite a while to get things. Just make sure if you're seeing a show to allow yourself plenty of time and maybe know the menu before you go so you can order when you first arrive. If you aren't in any sort of rush, though it's fantastic. Their fish and chips are phenomenal. - 12/13/2023 

Food and drinks were excellent! Caleb was our server…he made very good recommendations from the menu, was very friendly and checked back with us frequently! - 12/13/2023 

We appreciate being seated in a booth by the bar, as requested. Katy, our server, was just awesome. So friendly and helpful. She was so sweet! - 12/13/2023 

Nice restaurant in the Downtown area, but it was chilly inside. I noticed several patrons with jackets draped over their shoulders. - 12/13/2023 

The food was very good. Service was good but our server had several large parties to take care of. - 12/13/2023 

We went to Nicholson’s for dinner right before a show at the Aronoff. It was a great place to go for holiday spirit. They had some fun delinks related to the show. The fish and chips never disappoints! - 12/11/2023 

I had the pot roast with mashed potatoes & carrots. Everything was outstanding!! - 12/11/2023 

Great food and lovely service! Sat by the fireplace and was very comfy! Pineapple Upside Down Cake Martini was delish! Always love their show based offerings! They never fail to give us a wonderful experience! Highly recommended! - 12/10/2023 

I have dined here several times, and it is always amazing!! The food and atmosphere is always great!! Highly recommend!! - 12/10/2023 

We had a great evening and dinner, we will be back!! - 12/10/2023 

Excellent Food, service, and ambiance. Had the fish and chips! Best fish and chips we've had in a long time. - 12/09/2023 

This restaurant always packed before a broadway show. Staff does a wonderful job trying to get everyone out in time for the performance. Kuddos! - 12/08/2023 

During our kitchen remodel we ordered out a lot, including orders from Nicholson's. Later that year during my 'big' birthday we stayed a week downtown and ate inside Nicholson's once. All dining experiences were very good. The food delivered via DoorDash was delicious. I'll admit I don't remember it super specifically, but I am pretty sure we ordered from Nicholson's more than once. Delivery can be spotty, but from Nicholson's it was always good. Since we were basically staying next door to Nicholson's for a week, it was inevitable we'd stop in once. This was not my first meal at Nicholson's, but it was my first with Mark. Everything was very good, including the Three Cheese Macaroni (TCM). Pretty sure we had fish and chips over and over again... and it was always good. And the TCM was delicious both delivered to our home and delivered to our table. Nicholson's is consistently delicious. The decor is kinda all encompassing. It's easy to forget where you are when you're inside. Not to mention they have a magical mirror! - 12/06/2023 

Great food, and great service. We love the atmosphere also. - 12/06/2023 

Well ordered burger came raw inside and took so long to come back that we just got it to go. Also, the payment app on the receipt wasn't working for any of us so we had to wait on the waiter to pay. - 12/04/2023 

Very good experience as usual. Great server. Great food and drinks. - 12/04/2023 

Love it here! BEST fish & chips, bourbon flights are fun (though they are currently struggling to keep stocked), service is always good, fun and comfortable ambiance, and proximity to Aranoff is perfect—- literally steps from front entrance! - 12/03/2023 

Great, authentic food selection; outstanding, comprehensive whiskey list, friendly, professional server. - 12/03/2023 

We loved our server. She was really nice and helpful - 12/03/2023 

We dine frequently at Nicholson's and dinner last night was our first soso food and service...we had reservations at 5:30...ordered starters that arrived and were not accurate.....we ordered our meals and meals arrived with 15 minutes before the show at Aronoff started...we requested to pay bill prior to having meals to save time....this is literally the first bad service and just okay food we've had in years dining there - 12/02/2023 

Food was delicious although portions were smaller than I’m accustomed to at Nicholson’s. - 12/02/2023 

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The food was as good as expected. The ambience was great. The noise level was low. Our server was trying hard but was not as knowledgeable as we had hoped. A new employee should well versed on Scotch and menu items. He was not. But tried and did get answers to our questions from other employees. - 11/30/2023 

Delicious food - GREAT service!! Thanks for a wonderful experience ! - 11/28/2023 

A very nice dinner and drinks across from the Arnoff Center prior to the show. An overwhelming selection of Scotch so I ordered the Highlands Flight. Very nice sampler. Food was really good for pub fare, a step up in fact. Everything from appetizers to dessert was well prepared and flavorful. The waiter we had was knowledgeable, pleasant and appropriately present. Well done. - 11/25/2023 

Great burgers and beautiful setting One of the best burgers I've eaten, excellent beers and quick and efficient service! Well attended, we spent a pleasant evening - 11/22/2023 

Excellent service and food, came in earlier than our reservation but were able to seat us right away - 11/19/2023 

We always enjoy the great food and great service before we see a Broadway show! - 11/19/2023 

Loved our waiter, could not have been more genuine, tried hard to accommodate requests, was willing to chat a bit but attentive to all tables and requests. Immediately acknowledged the restaurant did not have a special menu for the Play ALADDDIN, which they usually do for all the guests attending the theatre across the street. So he had the bartender make a special kiddie cocktail which he called the Aladdin's Treasure. He charmed my granddaughter, and make lemonade out of lemons. A perfect example of how honesty and a positive attitude can make guests happy! - 11/17/2023 

A respite from your cares, walking into Nicholson’s feels like walking into a warm and inviting home. Cozy and warm, you can sit at the exceptional bar, a high top or low top table, or in a booth. There is even another area with a fireplace and a small crackling fire. The ambience is just the beginning. Beginning with your entrance, you are greeted and enjoy excellent service. I always order a cosmopolitan, which is one of the best in the city. The food is also outstanding. Blackened salmon and fish and chips are two of my favorites, but there are also Scottish dishes, soups, salads, sandwiches and flatbread. You cannot miss at Nicholson’s. Make sure you make a reservation! - 11/15/2023 

The ambiance was great..... super chill spot, great service and awesome food and drinks!!! The cheesecake was to die for.... Too bad we ate it before we could snap any pics!! We'll be back for sure. - 11/15/2023 

We love the food and atmosphere. We had the fish and chips, yum. - 11/15/2023 

Nicholson's is my go to when I'm looking for a cozy, fun atmosphere & good comfort food. The service has always been great- friendly and prompt. Nothing like a Baileys & coffee on a chilly night in a Scottish pub! - 11/14/2023 

Fun atmosphere for a date night or meeting friends before an event. Great food and drinks! - 11/06/2023 

My friend and I both ordered the Wee Fish and Chips dinners. Wee dinner is 2 pieces, full dinner is 3 pieces. This was by far the best fish I've had from a restaurant in years! I ordered the Tavern Old Fashioned and it was also delicious. Very well made. The service was great, from start to finish. The restaurant is beautiful and I want to return there when I have the chance! - 11/03/2023 

Great food and wonderful service as always! Highly recommended! - 11/03/2023 

Took a chance on a restaurant harking back to my heritage (Very Scottish!). And, seeing it a 12 minute walk to Taft Theatre my wife and I gave this very well located restaurant a try: great service, cool decor and way above average Gastro Pub food with tremendous beer selection. Personally I could not resist their showcased bourbon centric Old Fashioned ….perfect. We went on a Thursday night and a forewarning: watch the Arnoff Center calendar: it got crowded closer to their showtime. We were early birds for a 7 o’clock Zach Williams performance (excellent) and the whole evening went well. Our server was knowledgeable and fun. We will be back. - 10/30/2023 

Our server Caleb was awesome- made it a very fun luncheon event. The crew were excellent at checking with us to ensure everything was ok. Kudos. - 10/30/2023 

Our server was Fifi, she was very kind, and made sure we had a Great Dinner, served perfectly. Pot roast was delicious!!! Ceasar salad was awesome. We had 2 drinks, was just enough... Dessert, toffee cheesecake was delightful...Thanks Fifi, you made our night! - 10/29/2023 

Friendly and fast service at a fairly busy time. (Aronoff had just let out.) Food was good. Special Old Fashioned was good. We'll go back. - 10/29/2023 

CJ was fantastic! Really good food. Will come again 😊 - 10/29/2023 

The noise level in the front of the restaurant was loud but I sat towards the back and it was very pleasant. The service and food was really good. The cornbread salad with chicken was good but just a little pricey. $26.00 was a little extreme. - 10/28/2023 

I often visit Nicholson's. Service, food and ambiance is always great and they go above and beyond to be helpful. I have vision problems and they always accomadate my situation and they'll even walk me to the police crossing guard when I'm going to the Aronoff afterward. VERY great experiences........always! - 10/26/2023 

Nicholson’s service was excellent in spite of the restaurant being extremely busy. Our food was delicious!!! Great atmosphere! Nice selection of bourbon and other spirits. Looking forward to eating there again. - 10/25/2023 

Wonderful, as always! Adore the Scotch eggs. The shrimp & grits are a favorite. Never a disappointment. Perfect location for a pre show meal with Aronoff Center just across the street. - 10/25/2023 

The server was amazing as well as the rest of the staff. I appreciate that they were willing to put us in the Hearth Room since my mom has hearing issues. GREAT experience - 10/25/2023 

The pot roast was amazing. Try the Old Fashioned it was also very good. - 10/25/2023 

We really enjoyed our time at Nicholson's. Very happy that it was conveniently located directly across the street from the Aronoff. Our server was very attentive and friendly without being intrusive. The food arrived timely and everyone thought the food was delicious. The parmasean encrusted roasted potatoes were exceptional. We'll be back!! - 10/23/2023 

The dinner at Nicholson’s was excellent. The food and service could not have been better. Our server Natalie was super friendly and sweet. My mom and I had a great time before the show! - 10/23/2023 

First time I've had thr shrimp and grits. So glad to see it on the menu. They were absolutely delicious. - 10/23/2023 

Great meal as usual and nice atmosphere. Definitely recommend the salmon or pot roast. - 10/23/2023 

We had a great experience at Nicholson’s. The salmon was incredibly prepared and the Patron mixed drink was just perfect. - 10/22/2023 

Great food, great service. They always have specials that go with the Broadway Series at the Aronoff across the street. - 10/22/2023 

A great spot for lunch, pre theater cocktails or after dinner supper if you are going to the Aronoff for an event. - 10/22/2023 

Server was so nice and constantly checked on me in busy environment before the play. - 10/22/2023 

Nicholson’s never disappoints. The food and service are great! - 10/21/2023 

A Restaurant that does everything right! What a pleasant experience to eat here on the recommendation of friends, that are city residents. The wait staff were pleasant, attentive and professional. Meals were delicious, arrive promptly and hot. Beers were cold and arrived almost immediately! Good service as we were thirsty,and hungry. This restaurant did everything right, made for a very pleasant evening. If you are going to Cincinnati, this restaurant has my vote! - 10/20/2023 

Fantastic server who kept us alerted about the timing of ordering and enjoying our mean in time to make the curtain at the Broadway Series at the Arnonoff. Loved the themed-offerings. - 10/19/2023 

Good food and great atmosphere! Great place to have dinner before seeing a show at the Aronoff. Authentic decor and great selection of whiskey and bourbon. - 10/19/2023 

It is our go too when downtown. The food is great and i like the Scottish atmosphere as well as the great food and service. - 10/18/2023 

Great food options for all. Vegetarian items available and they made a custom pasta dish for us. Service was prompt and friendly. Great team approach. Perfect location. - 10/08/2023 

Very nice pub! Great good, amazing service and got out in time for our show - 10/08/2023 

Loved everything here from the ambiance to the food to the drinks! Definitely will be back! - 10/07/2023 

Great ambiance and service. Menu changed since the last time I was there, but no problem finding something appealing. Had the burger which was just average, but other members of my party all really enjoyed their meals. Quick and friendly service that got us in and out before attending a show downtown. - 10/02/2023 

We had a great experience at Nicholson’s. CJ provided outstanding service, making recommendations that worked for our entire party. Outstanding dishes included the Guinness Egg rolls, Sheppards Pie, and Sticky Toffee Pudding. The Restaurant Week Caprese salad was also a standout with delicious fresh tomatoes. We’ll definitely be back! - 9/26/2023 

Went for my 11 month dating anniversary with my boyfriend and CJ was our server! CJ definitely went above and beyond and made it a delightful experience for us. So glad that we went. The good was super duper scrumptious. It literally made me say "they know how to COOK!" I loved the lighting in the restaurant too! - 9/26/2023 

As always, everything was great! Suggestion; Maybe have staff updated on stock levels of Scotch and bourbon. Too much time was wasted on waiter going back and forth to bar to see if our choice(s) were available. Also, this was 3rd time this happened as well... We had 3 couples in the group and when check came, it was for entire table. That's just a pain to get taken care of properly. We all hope to be back soon! - 9/24/2023 

We were seated right away with our reservation. We had great food and great service. However, where our table was situated, there was no room around it. Our table was in the back room. It was squished in the middle of three other tables and a fireplace. Even the person who sat us seemed embarrassed, as he tried moving the table closer to the fireplace so we get around the other side of the table to even sit. We could not sit comfortably out from the table without hitting the person’s chair behind us. It was an unfortunate seating situation. I still think we would be back because of the food and service but maybe ask for a table round the bar? - 9/18/2023 

Service was great. It was totally packed with people so the noise was higher than expected. Food was very good. We appreciated that the server was aware that we had a tight schedule and made sure we got our food quickly and was able to get to the thearter on time. - 9/18/2023 

Nice selection of beer, and their temporary menu offerings to match whatever show is at the Aronoff is fun! The shrimp and grits was delicious. - 9/18/2023 

1st time being here. It was great food, large selection, service could of been a little faster, but it was a busy night. Will be back again - 9/18/2023 

Excellent all the way around. Highly recommend! Food, service, prices, and atmosphere were all very good! - 9/18/2023 

Always great food super service. Such a fun place to go. Very consistent. Love here. - 9/18/2023 

Service is great on show nights! Very attentive, (but not overbearing) and they help you time your meal perfectly so as to not run late for showtime. - 9/16/2023 

Fish and chips is a signature dish and delicious. Highly recommend. - 9/16/2023 

Great place! Fantastic service, food and drinks! We loved it! - 9/16/2023 

Always good! Convenient to aronoff ! Service good , beer cold! Good vibe on play night! - 9/15/2023 

Overall our experience was great. Our waitress was wonderful. - 9/15/2023 

Very nice. Only complaint is that they no longer have the Barbecue Chicken bites on the appetizer menu. Buffalo bites are ok, but the barbecue bites were outstanding! Really miss them. - 9/14/2023 

Great atmosphere and fish and chips delicious haddock. Drinks great. Fantastic Scottish pub - 9/14/2023 

Gastronomical Night Nickerson 's was excellent choice for dinner prior to Aranoff show. The food was delicious and service excellent It was my birthday and was happy to share it with this establishment - 9/12/2023 

Food was very good, as was the service. Unfortunately, Nicholson's is such a popular restaurant that many, many people who were going to the Aronoff were all dining here around the same time, so it was hard for them to serve everyone. But they gave it an outstanding effort. I do recommend this restaurant. - 9/09/2023 

Food was good and service was spot on. Great place for a night out or before a play. - 9/09/2023 

Disappointed in the steak. Ordered medium & received well done & tough! - 9/07/2023 

Wonderfull !!! A great evening !!! Great food !!! Excellent whiskey !!! I 1st time experience, will return. Enjoyable evening - fine dining, fine entertainment across the street at the Aronoff! - 9/06/2023 

It never disappoints. The food was served perfectly and hot, tasted great, and it was plenty to eat. - 9/06/2023 

Enjoyed our meal before a Red's game. Our server Deja was quite good. Love the atmosphere. - 9/04/2023 

We decided to try a new place before the playhouse on Sat. The food exceeded our expectation. Of course I was the only one who had had a Scotch Egg before....Perfection! I struggled a little to find parking, as we were in heels, but it all worked out. Thank you! - 9/03/2023 

This has a great Scottish Pub vibe with a genuine ornate wooden bar that came via boat from Edenborough. The food was very enjoyable and the service great. A must try place to visit! - 9/03/2023 

I love their boozy coffees! We also always enjoy their beer cheese platter. I'd recommend you order extra pretzel bites, because they are very generous with the amount of beer cheese they offer. Staff has always been friendly, and we've always been able to get a table or bar seat right away. Atmosphere is a nice pub feel. Great for a casual night out! - 8/30/2023 

liv Nice pub atmosphere and live music of Tavern Pub was good. However, I think they could have turned off the TV behind the singer while she was performing. Good beer and decent food. - 8/30/2023 

We had our son’s Rehersal dinner at Nicholson’s. It was a wonderful experience! The team was very attentive and patient as I made several updates to the menu. On the day of the event the staff was very attentive to the guests and ensured we had everything we needed. Of course the food was wonderful also! - 8/29/2023 

Fe Fe was an attentive and personable waitress. She rocked! - 8/26/2023 

We traveled from Ontario to Cincinnati for a long weekend Our last night was dinner at Nicholson's and it was a great experience! Josh was a personable server, made great suggestions for drinks and food Would definitely recommend this restaurant to others. - 8/21/2023 

Great fish and chips. Might have to ask for more coleslaw, though. It’s a fun place to eat. - 8/18/2023 

Stopped in around 8 pm on a Monday. Seated quickly by friendly staff. Good beer selection. Ordered the hot brown and a small salad. 40 minutes after being seated, my food was brought out. Lots of cheese melted on the top. Small pieces of tomatoe were sprinkled across the top of it. Overall, ok tasting. Cool atmosphere and will return to try something else - 8/15/2023 

Our waiter was Colombian and was very attentive. Made the birthday dinner an excellent expierence - 8/14/2023 

Hubby and I stopped by Nicholson's to enjoy a couple pints of Guinness. We both thought it was a pretty cool spot for drinks. The bar area was huge with plenty of seating. The private event space/garden room was adorable! It would be the perfect place for a birthday party or gathering. The service was great. Attentive and helpful. If we didn't have plans for dinner, we totally would have ordered food. The menu sounded delicious. - 8/11/2023 

My wife and I stopped in on a Saturday night, no reservation. Short wait, and we were seated out on the patio. Ordered crab cakes for an appetizer. Excellent. Good size, great flavor, perfect for two people. My wife ordered the pot roast for her dinner, and I had the fish and chips. The fish and chips was good, with special praise going to the chips (fries). Coleslaw was good, but honestly, it was a tiny portion. Let's talk about the pot roast. First, that may be the best pot roast I have ever tasted. Second, the roasted carrots were perfection. Third, the mac and cheese was very good. My wife said that meal could easily be a "last supper". We both ordered dessert - I had their English toffee cheesecake, which was scrumptious, and my wife tried their "tipsy laird", which she devoured. There was a mix up In the kitchen, and they accidentally brought my wife the wrong dessert initially. They corrected the mistake as soon as they realized it, no extra charge to us. Because of this, we got to try their Seasonal Crumble dessert, which was very good also. Our server was good, and we really liked the vibe of this place. The patio is covered, so we were neither too hot nor too cold. It's a great spot if you're catching a show at the Aronoff, and they switch up their menu a bit on nights when a performance is happening. Would not hesitate to come back here again! - 8/06/2023 

We were seated promptly. We had a drink order taken and glasses of water brought to us quickly. We had lots of yummy options on the dinner menu. Had a few questions that our server answered. Food was ordered and brought out to us in a timely fashion. Everything piping hot. While everything was wonderful, the very best part was our server, CJ. He was so knowledgeable, took great care of us, and was so much fun. You’ve got a great asset there. We hope to be back soon! - 8/06/2023 

Great meal before our show. Our server was CJ and he did an excellent job!!! Kudos to CJ for taking the time to give us the history on the building and the owner and connection to Scotland. - 8/06/2023 

We really enjoyed our evening. Our server Rhett was new, but did everything he could to make our meal enjoyable. The crab cakes were amazing. My hubby had the Steak and Frittes and really enjoyed it. I had the fish and chips and the fish was a bit overcooked. It was hard in the thinner pieces. But yummy nonetheless. I couldn’t have eaten it all anyway! We will definitely be back!! - 7/30/2023 

love this place can't wait to visit cinncy in the future so we can come back for more food. outstanding - 7/29/2023 

Have returned to this lovely pub many times the food never disappoints. Our server was courteous and the food came out quickly. Noted the macaroni was a little clotty today and they gave us a discount without us really complaining. (Usually its amazing) We had several different dishes all very tasty - 7/24/2023 

My sister and I dined at Nicholson’s for my birthday and we had a wonderful experience. We both had the delicious house salad and fish and chips. The salad was fresh and the breaded fish was hot and tasty. Our server Emma was fantastic! She was friendly, attentive and she made sure we had everything we needed. Thanks Nicholson’s for a lovely evening. - 7/23/2023 

Fish was great. Chips (fries) were underdone and not good - 7/22/2023 

Nice downtown spot for dinner, drinks or dessert and coffee. I'm personally not too into the Scottish menu - but there are enough other options to choose from and all that I have had have always been delicious! - 7/21/2023 

Chicken Schnitzel at a Scottish Pub - really? It was hands down the best I've ever had. My GF had the salmon which was also very good (but not as good as the schnitzel). The service was also superb. Highly recommended! - 7/20/2023 

We all had salmon salad for lunch and they were fantastic! - 7/17/2023 

It is difficult to use the scales OT uses to evaluate aspects of a dinning experience. One has to "average" food dish quality, and"service" issues between one's excellent server and a kitchen that has its timing all wrong. We had great cocktails and salads, but our main dishes were delivered, not by our server but someone else, before we were anywhere near finished our first course. When we commented on this the response was something to the effect that " yes, our kitchen is really efficient". Our server was apologetic and took the items back to the kitchen, Unfortunately, when returned they were simple the same dishes, just now no longer hot. Our server was great, offered to replace what was bad and clearly should have been running the entire operation. I think the solution when dining at less than a top-of-the-line restaurant, is to order dishes sequentially, not all at once. We have dined here before and will give them another try, treating this experience as a random event. The cocktails are excellent and food prices are very reasonable. The front part of the restaurant, the bar area, is energetic; but there are quieter areas in thee back - take your pick. - 7/15/2023 

Service was fast. Food and drinks were delicious with lots of yummy choices! I did think it was interesting their pot roast came with mac n cheese and not potatoes, but I'm not mad about it! Watch out for the slick floors by the kitchen; it's a bit oily on the way the to the bathroom. - 7/15/2023 

Josh is incredible. He was straightforward about different menu items that we were looking at. He made suggestions that turned out to be absolutely phenomenal. I'm typically picky about sausage and we talked it through, and I am so glad I did. The bangers and mash were outstanding. My husband was looking at the rubin. Josh said you know exactly what your getting but if you'd like to try something new he recommended the pork sandwich, which is what he ended up with. Another phenom choice. We will return when we are in Cincinnati. Glad we blew off the other restaurant we were going to. This truly is a find. - 7/07/2023 

Nicholson’s is my destination spot whenever I’m in Cincinnati. Was in town over the weekend for the Taylor Swift concert and despite all of the insanity, my favourite pub gave me respite. Awesome food, amazing cocktails, and marvelous service. THE best pub in Cincinnati. - 7/03/2023 

It was a wonderful place to grab a bite to eat before the Taylor Swift concert. Great service and excellent TS themed cocktails. Highly recommend. - 7/02/2023 

I hosted my sister's bridal shower here and it truly turned out better than I could have expected! At first we had a slight hiccup in communication with working with their hospitality department, but the GM and assistant GM more than made up for it. I worked with Natalie after that and she went above and beyond. She was there for every question and concern I had. She was there on the day of my event and was so hands on and helpful, as well as the rest of the staff! From helping me with communication on road closures and traffic with Pride falling at the same time and day as my event, to setting up and breaking down, she was there. The Garden Room came with the patio and it was the perfect place to bring together my vision of a summer garden party. We had the perfect amount of food from their brunch options and add ons and it was delicious! We also still had the inside room to keep the food and utilize before we went outside for the brunch. Amazing time and super grateful to Natalie and her team! - 6/26/2023 

Nicholson's has a menu I really like. It's always a hard choice for me to decide. We look forward to going there before a theater event. The location is wonderful. But we really come for a good meal, good drinks and a nice evening with friends. The service was good, prompt, friendly but not intrusive. And I think the value was outstanding. - 6/18/2023 

Fantastic place to eat! The servers were attentive, polite, and fun. The place and location is unique and the prices are fantastic for the amazing food! 100% a 5 star place to eat! - 6/17/2023