We went to Nicholson's about two years ago and we were NOT impressed at all with the food we got. So when we had friends in town from Scotland I was not to sure about giving it another try, but I am... More

We went to Nicholson's about two years ago and we were NOT impressed at all with the food we got. So when we had friends in town from Scotland I was not to sure about giving it another try, but I am so glad we did. The menu had changed somewhat since we had last been there and to say the least it was fantastic. The crab fritters as scrummmmy and the lobster mac an cheese is to die for. The service was great and the staff were real friendly. It really made our night special when the Chef (who is also Scottish) came out and welcomed us and our Scottish friends to the restaurant we were all impressed by this personal touch. Even without our Scottish friends we will be back to try more of this yummy Scottish food and the new friends that we feel we have made. The beer and scotch selection was great to.
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This place has gone way down hill since I was last there a few months ago. The interior, dowdy, drab and boring as it was, has been strangely altered in a disorganized fashion. The charming,... More

This place has gone way down hill since I was last there a few months ago. The interior, dowdy, drab and boring as it was, has been strangely altered in a disorganized fashion. The charming, entertaining waiters and waitresses have been replaced by a group that appears to be bored and unhappy. In sharp contrast to the waiter who had served my colleagues and I on our previous visit, the staff now appears to be completely clueless regarding the Scotches, wines and beers. The menu has been altered somewhat, and food that was average at best has become plain bad. Extremely dissappointing. I have never seen an establishment sink so rapidly. Absolutely not recommended
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I tried to make reservations for a group of 20 a month in advanced and they told me they would have to call me back as they had to check the schedule of local venue's to make sure there weren't any... More

I tried to make reservations for a group of 20 a month in advanced and they told me they would have to call me back as they had to check the schedule of local venue's to make sure there weren't any events going on around town. If there was an event then they would not take our reservations. Obviously they would rather count on un reserved business versus a guarenteed reservation. We will not be going back here. My husband also ate here a month ago for lunch and the food has gone down hill.
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I have planned a lot of dinner/cocktail events all over the country during my career and when I ran into a small (actually it was rather large!) reservations snafu with my own cocktail hour the... More

I have planned a lot of dinner/cocktail events all over the country during my career and when I ran into a small (actually it was rather large!) reservations snafu with my own cocktail hour the night before my wedding in Cincinnati this spring (with lots of out-of-towners to take care of) Nicholson's, or more specifically, the local owner Nick saved the day. Nicholson's treated our guests so wonderfully, when they really didn't have to - and everyone loved the food (I believe the Scotch Egg was a group favorite!) and the wide beer selection. I can confidently say that I would highly recommend Nicholson's to anyone planning an event in the Cincinnati area, or to anyone who just wants to enjoy a nice dinner out in Downtown Cincinnati. Great customer service is unfortunately hard to come by these days so when you find it, it is such a pleasure! Thank you, thank you Nicholson's!
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The ahi tuna sandwich is th ebest damn sndwich in town. It is served on a toasted bun with wasabi mayo!! Get it with a side of sweet potato casserole and a good beer and you'll be happy.

The ahi tuna sandwich is th ebest damn sndwich in town. It is served on a toasted bun with wasabi mayo!! Get it with a side of sweet potato casserole and a good beer and you'll be happy.
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The food was so good that I just want to go back for more! The service was fast & friendly. This is definately a place to go with a small group of friends. It can get crowded before a show at the... More

The food was so good that I just want to go back for more! The service was fast & friendly. This is definately a place to go with a small group of friends. It can get crowded before a show at the Arnoff, but Monday-Thursday nights aren't quite as crowded. Pros: I wasn't buying, delicious food, great imported beers
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In town on a business trip. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Both the Beer and the Meal were fantastic. Pros: Beer Selection, Friendly People, Great Food Cons: Smoking Bar

In town on a business trip. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Both the Beer and the Meal were fantastic. Pros: Beer Selection, Friendly People, Great Food Cons: Smoking Bar
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I've been here twice now (I'm from Philly) and this place has good food and good service. Pros: food, flavor

I've been here twice now (I'm from Philly) and this place has good food and good service. Pros: food, flavor
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By far the best resteraunt in Cincinnati. Nicholson's has a great bar with the city's best scotch's. It also has the best prime rib in town Pros: Bar, Atmosphere, Great Food

By far the best resteraunt in Cincinnati. Nicholson's has a great bar with the city's best scotch's. It also has the best prime rib in town Pros: Bar, Atmosphere, Great Food
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