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Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y, Cincinnati, OH

Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

4.6 (3233)
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
625 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in downtown Cincinnati across from the Aronoff Center, Nicholson’s is a restaurant and bar serving fine food and drink in a genuine Scottish tavern setting. Taking inspiration from the public houses found throughout Great Britain, our goal is to provide our guests with authentic hospitality and a brilliant dining experience. In addition to high-quality food, we offer a wide variety of beer, wine, and spirits featuring one of the best selections of single malt scotch whiskies in the area. Our family of restaurants has grown in recent years to include two new concepts: Horse & Barrel Bourbon House and the Backstage Event Center located next door from Nicholson's Pub. Horse & Barrel is an award-winning whiskey bar with 100+ whiskeys and bourbons, specialty cocktails, craft beers, small bites and a friendly bourbon-loving staff. The Backstage Event Center is a private event venue hosting rehearsal dinners, weddings, cocktail parties, corporate events and more.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Breakfast, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Cameron Bloomer
  • Private party facilities
    Nicholson’s is located directly across from the Aronoff Center for Arts. Nicholson’s has the largest selection of Single Malt Scotch in the region.We are a great destination for your next rehearsal dinner, graduation, business dinner or birthday party.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Cross street
    Between 6th and 7th, Across from the Aronoff Theater
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Bourbon & Blues - Live music every Thursday 6pm-9pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,233 people are saying

Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y offers a "unique dining experience" with "excellent food and service." Located conveniently across from the Aronoff Center, it's ideal for pre-show meals. Guests adore the "delicious fish and chips" and "fantastic chicken schnitzel." The lively atmosphere and attentive staff enhance every visit, ensuring memorable outings.
3,233 Reviews
  1. Jeff VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were placed in a quiet room away from the bar that had a fireplace. Nice setting. The service was excellent. The food is bar food but at least as good as expected. The wine was a very good value. The Spring Rolls were a very pleasant surprise.

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  2. Joe

    Cincinnati / Dayton7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good so was the service. The only thing that kept me from giving a 5 was where we were sat. It wasn’t busy and we were sat in a corner with no view.

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  3. Deacon David

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a terrific dining experience. Food was excellent and the service was outstanding. Heather did a great job! We’re coming back.
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear about your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Heather will be delighted with your shout-out! Cheers! -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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  4. Adam

    Cincinnati / Dayton5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very good meal. The pot roast spring rolls were a very unique app and the gravy sauce paired with it perfectly. The chicken sandwich was also very good, if a bit messy with the sauce.
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed the pot roast spring rolls and chicken sandwich. Looking forward to serving you again soon! Cheers. -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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  5. Ken

    Cincinnati / Dayton2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service very slow, took 1 hour to get our food, Shepherds Pie very salty. Sat us a High Top, asked for a normal table, 4 normal tables were open right near us and we were told that they were for other reservations. None of those tables were filled for at least the next 30-45 minutes. Very disappointed, a long time Aronoff supporter will not be coming back!!

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  6. Glenna

    Cincinnati / Dayton18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice selection on menu and very good food. Many of the items were not food you see in other restaurants. Our server and others who supported here were outstanding. It was a very busy time between the matinee and evening show at the Aronoff Center across the street. Our server immediately wanted to know if we were going to the show so that she knew whether we were in a hurry or not. Being busy we still received our food promptly and our server was very gracious and helpful during entire meal. Highly recommend.
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for the high recommendation! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the unique menu and the attentive service. Looking forward to your next visit. Cheers! -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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  7. Mike

    Cincinnati / Dayton2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We made a reservation for 11:15am prior to a show. We arrived early and were promptly seated. It was ten minutes before we were greeted by our server. We ordered our food and it was at our table quickly. And it was phenomenal. Our server checked in occasionally, as it was getting busier. We ordered dessert. It never arrived. We waited 20-25 minutes and were told multiple times by our server that he would check on it. We paid our bill as we were now needing to depart to get to the show. The cobbler didn’t arrive, but our server was prompt at taking it off the bill.

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  8. Steven

    Cincinnati / Dayton4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Abby was our server and she was great. She was very attentive and had a wonderful personality. She suggested an appetizer that was delicious and our fish and chips was second to none. I highly recommend Nicholsons .
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for your high recommendation and the shout-out to Abby! Delighted to hear about your positive experience with us. Looking forward to serving you again soon! Cheers. -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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  9. Randy VIP

    Cincinnati / Dayton32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy our pre-Broadway Series shows with dinner at Nicholson's. Our server-Fifi was fantastic as always when we seem to get her.
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for your continued patronage and the shout-out to Fifi. We look forward to serving you again soon! Cheers. -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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  10. Joanne

    Cincinnati / Dayton3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jesse is the best always make sure we are having a wonderful time’❤️
    Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)yResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thank you for the shoutout to Jesse! We're thrilled to hear about your wonderful experiences with us. Cheers. -Sarah, Nicholson's Guest Relations

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FAQs

Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 564-9111.

Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y is rated 4.6 stars by 3233 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Central Business District

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Nicholson's Fine Food & Whisk(e)y

625 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 6th and 7th, Across from the Aronoff Theater
  • Neighborhood
    Central Business District
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Breakfast, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cameron Bloomer
  • Entertainment
    Bourbon & Blues - Live music every Thursday 6pm-9pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Nicholson’s is located directly across from the Aronoff Center for Arts. Nicholson’s has the largest selection of Single Malt Scotch in the region.We are a great destination for your next rehearsal dinner, graduation, business dinner or birthday party.
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