This is probably my fav spot in the Nati, a typical English pub that has the best fish and chips in town (they rightfully claim so!). The wee (small) portion is in reality quite big, and paired up with a crisp Guinness it's the perfect match! The ambiance is always lively (with live music!) and cheerful, and the service always on point! Ten out of ten recommended! read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Came here for trivia on a Monday. It had already started by the time we got there unfortunately but still enjoyed it nonetheless. Great ambience and service here! Definitely enjoying the British vibe. Service has always been good. The food on the other hand is mostly good. But just not great. And that's why I just can't give it five stars. The coleslaw is really lacking. I would not say the fish was cooked the best. I ended up having a burger the second time and again it was just okay. Whoever is running their food probably needs to check on some things. Just saying. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Ham and Swiss - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I like the fish and chips. It's a good Irish pub with good service. You can bring the children but it is more of an adult pub atmosphere. read more

Simply always a bad experience. Mostly related to service and hours. More characters ajjajsjdjshahjs Calling yourself "the pub" and having last call at 8:30 pm is an affront to western civilization read more

We moved to Cincinnati about three years ago and have been in Northern Kentucky and all over Cincinnati looking for a good fish and chips. Today we finally found the place the pub serves excellent haddock, flavorful light and flaky batter. Delicious fish. Glad we found a place for fish and chips excellent. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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The burgers here are awesome, probably the best in Cincinnati, especially for the price. the fish and chips is crazy good. I like the british pub feel. I use the free membership and get discounts. read more

This review is overdue. I've been coming here at least once a month for 10 years. I always enjoy my experience here. I've had many things on the menu my mate usually enjoys the fish and chips. Oh, I like a little more variety, especially the eggs we come for the music we come for the food we come for the local pub atmosphere it's always a good time no complaints. The staff is always super wonderful and that's challenging. I know given the high volume nights they have . Great job everyone. read more

Not one of our best experiences here. The hostess took us towards a high top table, and because of back issues I cannot sit at them. I asked if we could have a regular table and she said I don't think they are wiped off. She took us to one and sat us anyway and never came back to wipe it off. Fortunately our server noticed and after she took our order came back and wiped it off. Food always delicious and plentiful. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Ham and Swiss - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Had lunch here with 3 friends on 9/6/2025. Our server took drink orders right after we were seated. We took a while before ordering because we were catching up with each other and our server was patient with us. We all ordered the cranberry salad, two with chicken, one with steak, and one with a half Reuben sandwich. It seemed to take a while for the food to come out but when it did, it was good. The salads were fresh and the Reuben was very good, not too sloppy. The steak on the salad was cooked as ordered, med rare. The chicken was flavorful and not dry. The atmosphere was pleasant and they do offer patio dining. Overall, a good experience. read more

Came looking for someplace with a kitchen open after 10 so we could eat and chill and talk not ready to go home after a "girls night". Most of us ordered the fish and chips which is HUGE but I had the Wee serving that was smaller and still very tasty. Our server was gracious and attentive without being pushy. Good stuff. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Wee Fish & Chips - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I really love the fish and sweet potato fries. The fish is generously battered in delicious crispy batter and the fish is a very big portion if you get the regular (not wee) size. The tartar sauce is good and the lemon wedge is the best touch. I ordered to go and they packed malt vinegar without me asking! It was ready and hot when they said it would be. My only "complaint" is the Ruben appetizer was literally two egg rolls sized pieces for $13. If they have half price apps at happy hour I'd get them again bc they were good, but $13 for less than a sandwich sized serving in akin to robbery. Getting in and out of this location can be tricky bc it's located in a cluster of an area. read more

Went Wednesday for burger week and ordered their burger special along with potato crisps and Gouda mac. The burger was good, but the Gouda mac was lacking. The pasta tasted like nothing and there was a milky substance at the bottom of the bowl. There was absolutely zero flavor which is a bummer as I was really looking forward to tasting it. We mentioned the tasteless Gouda mac to our server who asked if we wanted another bowl or a different side, which we declined. I figured that he would at least take that charge off our bill, but he did not. In hindsight, I should have asked if he could take it off, but also feel that should have been a given. All that to say, don't order the Gouda mac. read more

As always the food was awesome. Tonight I had the Jamaican jerk shrimp. What flavor!!! The service as always was amazing and Jenna the bar tender is always spot on. The design of the pub and the wait staff welcome you in like you are family. Love the English decor and the draft selection. Highly recommend read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Bar set up - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

On a lazy Sunday we wanted Sunday dinner. Somehow we ended up at The Pub. Turned out to be a great decision. UK pub atmosphere with UK forward menu. My wife ordered Mum's Pot Roast and it was incredible. Flavorful with a nice mix of veggies and potatoes too. I had the fish and chips. I'd swear I got to whole fish. Flaky inside, crispy outside. Cooked perfectly. The fries , I mean chips, we excellent as well. The coleslaw was not my favorite, I tend to like it a little wetter (hold back your comments) but it was decidedly fresh and only a taste preference thing. I also had a tall Sam Adams draft and the keg was fresh and the beer was ice cold. Our server was attentive without being annoying, which is always a plus! Perfect Sunday meal. read more

We love English Pub food, so we decided to try it out. We loved to food and atmosphere! The only problem we encountered was we ended up waiting up to 10 minutes before we were acknowledged at our table. Apparently the host was new and forgot to tell someone that he sat us at the table. Once our server got to us, the service was Fast And great! We will absolutely try get back soon! Thanks Kylie for giving us such fantastic service! read more

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Scotch Egg was good, but barely warm. The Shepherds Pie was delicious! Also for a British pub theme I wish there were no TVs with sports, didn't expect that. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Scotch egg - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We were seated immediately, but it took 10 minutes for the server to come to our table. The only reason that the server came to our table was that another group was seating near us. Otherwise, I don't think that we would've been noticed. The food was fine, but it took 40 minutes to get. We were just about ready to leave, when we saw it being brought to us. The restaurant wasn't that busy. The chicken and biscuits were tasty, but could've been hotter. The fish & chips were fine, but nothing exceptional. Overall, it would've been an OK - if average - dining experience except for the long wait to get our food. read more

A long overdue upgrade. My lukewarm review of the Pub is more than a decade old, and our regular visits to this restaurant over time, standing alone, suggest a higher value to us and argues for the higher rating. But beyond that, the Pub was just one of a small handful of restaurants that helped to save us from losing our minds during the first year of the pandemic: The excellent shaded patio with well-spaced tables made for seemingly safe pre-vaccination dining, and the staff, which for a long time has been great in this price range, never faltered during those early pandemic months like so many other restaurants' did. Generally, the Pub's fish and chips really are a special item: easily the best version in town that I'm familiar with. Among the other Brit items, the bangers & mash and the shepherd's pie are solid. I'm a big fan of both the fried and grilled chicken sandwiches, too, and I like that you can get a fair-sized green salad (among several other items) as a side without an upcharge. The beer list has better variety than average, although I wish it had more British stuff. Speaking of British, I'm not nearly as concerned as I used to be with the lack of British "authenticity" as I was way back then. And having spent a week-plus in Scotland just a few years back, I'd say the reality is that the Pub gets closer to a real pub than just about any other place in the city. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Bangers & mash - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Great pub food & beer selection but they could use more parking spaces. Had to eat elsewhere a few times as there were no place to park.

Everything was great! When ever we want fish and chips we head to the pub. The pretzels are a must and we love the dark beer!

I come to The Pub anytime i need fish and chips. Nobody does it better. Parking is sometimes problematic and i stay away whenever there is a "big game" being broadcast, as they are then crazy loud and crowded, but i do enjoy the fish and chips occasionally. read more

Such a cool looking place! The food was awesome! Service was great. All around great yummy experience! Can't wait to go back Fish & chips were soooo good. Goat cheese app & burgers were great! And the cookie skillet was killer read more

Happy St. Paddy's Day! Less insane the Hap's Irish Pub, but still a great place to toast our ancestors and the Emerald Isle. Apologies for the fish and chips, but they were a must for my husband! We did have an Irish mule and a Jamison. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Irish mule, Sam Adams, Fish and Chips and Bellhaven Belhaven Beer Cheese. - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Authentic British pub atmosphere. Dark wood, tapestry, stately chairs, large bar. We sat in the private side room with a curtain. Food was good. We had fish sandwich, burgers and meat pie. Wish they still had the small fish sliders. Service was slow and drinks went dry. Occasionally they have live music. Worth a try. read more

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Stellar customer service !!! Especially our server Cameron and manager jasper Great food too Friendly and attentive! read more

Tried this restaurant for the first time during Cincinnati Burger Week, and now I think I'll have to return for their regular menu options. The burger was thick and cooked perfectly to my liking, with a decadent bordelaise cheese sauce and "chips". Service was on time and they were very friendly. The patio looked welcoming and great for small groups, I'd love to sit out there on a nice day while enjoying some of their pub food! read more

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Great atmosphere Enjoyed Cincy Rockers Funny! Bartender was organized Worked hard Drinks pricey! read more

Decent breakfast, but comes up short as a traditional English Breakfast. Good service, nice looking place.

This was my first time checking out this place. I loved how the staff wore kilts or something similar to go with the theme of the restaurant. Everyone was so friendly and service was great. The restaurant has a small room where you can pull the curtain to close it off for intimate area or great for meetings. I listed under each picture what we ate. The Belhaven beer cheese was good but I've had better. The rest all really good. We will be back. read more

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Wonderful food and the place was hopping with music and children of the sixties. I fit right in on a Friday night. The food was good too.

A solid place for fish and chips! (And a beer) Who knew?? Here's a tip: The smaller order was plenty, amost too much for me. Next time I'll split the larger one with a friend. Also, I got broccoli on the side with the gouda sauce.... so good! read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I rate this pub 10 plus, plus,from the time you walk through the door you are family thank you Jasber and Cameron for making it hard to decide on what to eat, so we settled for the fish and sweet potato fries what can I say heaven on a plate, as far as dessert could not decide so I got all 4 of them to sample and satisfy my sweet tooth .I invite you all to Come and experience THE PUB in rookwood for yourself..I give this restaurant 10 stars read more

Pretty good food with friendly service. Fish and Chips were tasty, but not the best I've had.

Chill place , cool vibes , friendly staff, great collection of beer , scotch , whiskey and other spirits for a decent price. Food was tasty. English theme pub. Reminded me of London! Must try ! Plenty parking spots available lot of shopping stores near by. Great location to hang out with a group of friends. read more

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Stopped here after a play. Fish and chips was fantastic. The light breaded haddock was huge! Came with British chips or fries and cole slaw. My wife got an awesome burger. Pretzels and cheese was good but not melted. Good selection of drinks. I got a blue Hawaiian and my wife got a peach bourbon. read more

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Went earlier today, in the area, looked like a good place for a beer and fish & chips. Went in, not too busy maybe 20 customers, the two of us in the high top in the quiet bar. Host met us at front door. Went to table, and sat, and sat, and sat for 13 minutes. Place not busy, guy in a kilt walking around nd read more

I've ate here a few times . They used to give fried pickles on the side of their burgers . . . Please go back to doing that . I like their welsch dip which is their version of a French dip but on a pretzel bun . So good and the meat is juicy! The price is a bit expensive at 17$ but the portioning isn't bad for it if you get fries or roasted potatoes as a side. read more

My wife and I were again in the area for an event at Xavier. We decided to give the pub a try. Happy we did, my wife had a spinach salad with salmon and I had the fish and chips. Both dishes were well done and our service was good. Nothing over the top great, but we will definitely return. If you are in the area the pub is worth a visit. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - King-sized chairs - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Fish was awesome! Great ambiance even though it could use a little updating. Service was good. read more

4 stars is based partially on a previous experience with a large group, but that was multiple years ago and I had no issues with my most recent trip. Came in for a Sunday brunch and had a good experience, though it was almost empty. It took a bit to get waited on, but the food came out fast and was exactly what I ordered. Simple food, but executed well and delivered quickly with a smile. I was a little disappointed that it was 1 sausage for the price, and it didn't feel very filling in general, but there are plenty more indulgent options on the brunch menu if you'd like. read more

The Pub - Rookwood - Brunch - WInston Churchill omlette and a banger. Pretty good, came out fast, the side salad was well dressed and flavorful. Banger was fine. - Pubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio