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Nicholson's Pub
4.4 Stars - Based on 5974 User Reviews
Harvey Long
This is a great pub in downtown Cincinnati the food is above and beyond what we expected drinks are fabulous prices aren't bad atmosphere couldn't be better was in town for a concert and ate there twice Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly Wheelchair accessibility: Defiantly wheelchair accessible - 9/27/2024
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Melinda Newman
We received professional, relationship-based service throughout the entire process: from pre-planning, to day-of pre-event setup, through on-site service throughout our event and post-event tear-down. We were out-of-town hosts and had several food allergies to accommodate, but the Nicholson's staff offered a seamless experience with a wonderful menu and lovely venue. I highly recommend this venue. - 9/24/2024
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Carrie
When we first got seated the restaurant smelled like a bathroom. There was a strong sulfur and poo smell. We weren't going to stay, but the waitress said she could move us to the other side and it would be better. It was mostly better. The food wasn't bad. Nothing incredibly special that I would love to have it again, but the Tavern salad was good. My husband and brother-in-law mainly came for the Kilkenny draft beer, which they search for in every city that we visit since first having it in Ireland. - 9/21/2024
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Christine
Brought my Dinner Group and everything was great! Fish n chips were a disappointment to 1 person. Said fish was overcooked. But 8 of us had very good food! Desserts were delicious-- especially the sticky toffee bread pudding. Everyone enjoyed--- many hadn't been there in a long while. Great job šš» - 9/20/2024
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Bob
Made a reservation early and was able to get the private area for two. My granddaughter and I were having dinner before going to the theater, and this was the perfect start. The hostess immediately took us to our table, the server was professional and efficient, and the food was very good. - 9/12/2024
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Sarah
It was a busy time, since there was a show at the Aronoff. With that said, food took extra long, and didnāt come out hot. However, our server was super nice and was on top of it. He told his supervisor about the situation and we ended up getting our food on the house. We still enjoyed our time there. They offered to replace our food, which was super nice. We didnāt take them up on their offer, but the gesture was enough. Iāll def go back, cuz it always a fun place to go. This was the first time with this experience - 9/08/2024
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ben hickey
Rare to give out 5 stars. Dined in 8/23 Had a FeFe as my "server," but all she did was get me a water and put in an app order. Her trainee [jack?] did everything from drink order to bringing out food. A+ service and a friendly, welcoming greet/interactions from both of them. The food was great, and the atmosphere was great. Selection of drinks was solid [this close to KY, I would have liked a larger Bourbon selection, but I understand how difficult it is to get some of those nicer shelf space fillers commercially]. 10/10 will return - 8/24/2024
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Dan S.
We wanted to really like the place it is a great interior. Somehow it felt like a cheese cake factory. Over all solid service and a nice selection of beers and whiskey but it fell kind of flat. Maybe it was just my mood I will try again, but I'm not in a hurry. We had dinner here a couple of years ago and left feeling the same way - 8/23/2024
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david o
Just had their Truffalo wings for Cincinnati Wing Week. They are excellent!! Nicholson's is across the street from the Aronoff Theatre and is conveniently located to other places downtown. Food is above average with usual pub fare. Service is friendly and usually attentive. The atmosphere is unique due to being a pub but it gives a spacious feeling not an enclosed one. Plenty of seating and a large bar formed in a circle. Also some outside seating with a view of the street and theatre. - 8/21/2024
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Sandra H.
My first time dining here! The food and service were absolutely incredible. To begin, the salad was so fresh and crispy. The bread seems freshly baked and toasted. The marvelous plate included a portion of delectable salmon. The chicken breast was so tender with the most amazing sage gravy. The Brussels spouts were delectable. Service was impeccable, especially those smiling faces! - 8/15/2024
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yukiniki
Josh was our Server and did a good job! Prompt and attentive--- Hard cider " hit the spot " . Started off with the grilled Brussels sprouts and they were delicious. Fish n chips--- always good. Pasta dish with blackened chicken was tasty.Had a bit of a spicey kick to it. Sticky toffee pudding with vanilla bean ice cream was very good! Thank you--/ good job šš» and will be back! - 8/09/2024
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Lilly K.
Dinner at the tavern was pretty good and the service at the bar was good. Had the fish and shrimp. Generous portions. The Shrinp were good sized not too small The haddock was tasty. Had a pint of the bourbon ale that was good to wash down the meal. The decor was welcoming. - 8/06/2024
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Lynne G.
We stumbled upon a fantastic experience at Nicholson's when visiting Cincinnati for a concert with friends. Coming from a sports city (Pittsburgh) it was our guess that there were no games the Saturday that we stopped in because there was no wait for seats at the bar or for a table -- in fact the entire city was pretty much empty during our stay. The bar is beautiful -- if you enjoy interesting woodwork, classic lines, and dark finishes this is one you definitely want to visit. The hostess, bartender, and server were friendly, and they seemed genuinely interested in sharing their knowledge of the food and drink. Drink selections were good -- especially for the scotches, whiskeys, bourbon, and beer. Our party enjoyed some imported beer, wine, and their signature old fashioned. The food is definitely the star here though. I finally got my first SCOTCH EGG, and it was incredible. We also tried the Kentucky Burgoo. Our ultimate food compliment is when we decide we need to "replicate this at home", and we've been reading up on how to make the best Burgoo for the last two weeks! The bangers and mash were tasty -- and the slightly spicy cabbage was a perfect compliment. The fish and chips were ok, but I would probably pass it up in favor of trying something else from the menu. For a totally unplanned meal this was a great choice, and I would definitely return next time we're in town! - 7/30/2024
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Asia M.
I had low expectations for Nicholson's but they proved me wrong in every way that mattered. The restaurant was very clean while maintaining an authentic pub vibe. The service was fast. The servers were fun and polite! The food was delicious! We asked the staff for recommendations and they did not disappoint. We had: Appetizers 1. Flash Fried Brussels 2. Pretzels and (Belhaven) Beer Cheese 3. Scotch Egg Main Dishes 1. Fish and Chips (4.5) 2. Chicken Schnitzel 3. Bangers and Mash 4. Pot Roast Dessert 1. Sticky Toffee Pudding Overall, it was a wonderful experience! I would definitely recommend eating here. - 7/30/2024
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Suzette D.
We stumbled upon this place while we were wondering around town. We went to the beautiful authentic Scottish bar to grab a beer, looked at the menu then decided to eat lunch. I had the fish & chips, which was hands down the best I've ever had in a restaurant. My husband said his Reuben was very good, but could've used a bit more sauce. Of course the beer was nice and cold:) The bartender told me her name, but I forgot it. She was so nice and personable, like she was happy to be working. She also knew the menu, along with the history of the restaurant, sharing that the bar actually sits on Scottish soil from Scotland! I love that! She also knew Cincinnati and directed us to some interesting sights. We will definitely come back here when we return to Cincinnati. - 6/27/2024
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Meher swathi Devarao
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 couldnāt 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
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Ben Berman
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
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Catherine Salamone
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
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Larry C.
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
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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
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Gavin Terraria
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
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KathyK
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
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Meander14018
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
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Iāve been to Nicholsonās 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 Shepherdās 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
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GailK
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
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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
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Andrew Swan
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
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TimP
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
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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
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Eric D.
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
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SeafoodLover
Had a wonderful dinner at Nicholsonās! 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
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Libby V.
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
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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 6ā2ā 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
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Amy C.
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
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David R.
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
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Chad P.
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
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sencar
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
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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 sheāll 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 BrĆ»lĆ©e and a dense chocolate pound cake, both were delightful. We will definitely keep this in the special occasion rotation - 2/23/2024
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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
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emptynesters
Nicholsonās is always a good bet for a pre-show dinner. I made reservations for 2 and could only get ācounterā 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 wasnāt cold out. I could see those seats being drafty when the door is opened. The pot roast was delicious. - 2/21/2024
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Allison Rizzo
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
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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
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We went to Nicholsonās 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 Nicholsonās and will be dining there again before our next theatre experience. - 1/22/2024
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MAMM
We went to Nicholsonās 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
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Kimi K.
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
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Anna Y.
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
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LeslieS
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
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Danny S.
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
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RoCo
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
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Martin H.
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
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Andy Miller
The team at Nicholsonās 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
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MarkM
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
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Julie H.
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
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JenB
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
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Scott N.
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
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EllenM
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
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JeffreyE
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
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itim25
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
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JamesF
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
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A respite from your cares, walking into Nicholsonās 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 Nicholsonās. Make sure you make a reservation! - 11/15/2023
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MaureenS
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
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JohnM
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 ā¦.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 oāclock Zach Williams performance (excellent) and the whole evening went well. Our server was knowledgeable and fun. We will be back. - 10/30/2023
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KD88KEYS
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
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MelissaF
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
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pat c
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
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