About This Pub
Oh, Pit & Pendulum is one of those places that really pulls you in with its eerie, rock-inspired charm right in the heart of Nottingham – it's like stepping into a horror film, and I can see why so many folks rave about it. The atmosphere is spot on, with brilliant decor and music that makes you feel like you're in your element, especially if you're into that gothic vibe. The cocktails are a real highlight; they're creative and tasty, perfect for trying something a bit different on a night out. And it's got all the little extras, like a rewards app for perks and a relaxed setting where you can unwind without any bother. But, to keep it real, the food doesn't quite match up – it's alright, but nothing to write home about, so maybe stick to the drinks if you're after something special. I've heard a few grumbles about the staff not always being the most attentive or sorting out issues like billing mix-ups, which is a shame because it could elevate the whole experience. All in all, it's a fabulous choice for a fun evening with mates, as long as you go in knowing it's the vibes and tipples that shine brightest.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The atmosphere is absolutely brilliant – it's got this devilishly dark and mysterious vibe that's perfect for rock and horror fans, making you feel right at home.
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The cocktails are wickedly good; there's a great variety of themed ones that are delicious and really add to the fun.
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They've got a relaxed and welcoming feel, with great music and a safe space where you can enjoy yourself without any hassle.
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The staff are friendly in many cases, and little touches like the rewards app and birthday offers make it even more appealing.
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It's got a late licence and serves real ale, plus perks like Wi-Fi and an accessible toilet, which are handy for a night out.
Cons
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The food is just okay – it's not bad, but it doesn't quite live up to the hype, so you might want to manage your expectations.
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Some folks have had issues with billing, like unexpected charges, which can put a dampener on things.
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Staff aren't always as helpful as you'd hope; a few have mentioned them being a bit offish, which might spoil the experience.
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The cocktails and food could do with a bit more polish to really hit the mark, based on what some have said.
Contact Information
17 Victoria St, Nottingham NG1 2EW
+441159506383
Pub
Open Now
Opening Hours
| Monday (Today) | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 00:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 00:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 - 00:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 - 02:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 - 02:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
Recent Reviews
A fun pub and must visit for any rock or horror fan. A great variety of themed cocktails all I tried was delicious. The food is okay but not amazing, but everything else more than makes up for it.
First visit here and ordered the Saturday 5 plates for £18.50 with soft drinks for 2 or upgrade to a beer/wine £1.50. Only we had 1 wine and a tonic and got charged £23.50?? Staff very offish/were no help so all in all wouldn’t go again.
Been here a few times over the years, amazing decor and overall atmosphere. Always feel really at home here! Don't forget to ask about the 7 deadly sins!
It had been a long while since I'd ventured here and I had a few times with my uncle before he passed away and had the best time. I loved coming back such great music and a lovely relaxed atmosphere even for a lady alone who was only there for the music it was nice to feel safe and not be bothered by anyone I had fantastic night out and can't wait to come back
If the cocktails & good had been a little better, this would have got 5 stars from me, mainly for the atmosphere, the decor & staff friendliness. The place is epic, with great attention to detail 👌🏻 really was worth a visit, my goth daughter LOVED IT. We went for some cheeky day-cocktails which were fantastically priced at bogoff and there were SO MANY to choose from! Perhaps I made a bad choice with the Envy cocktail which just tasted like drinking toothpaste unfortunately (it looked cool though!) My daughters was much nicer, I can't remember the name but it was off the 7 deadly sins menu & was a mix of JD & Amaretto 😋. Only had a quick bowl of chips so can't comment too much, only that they were what looked like deep fried oven chips. However, they had an abundance of sauces etc to choose from so clawed their way back there. The only thing I will say is that there was a slight odor when walking in, same sort of odor as Walkabout; where you can tell it is a nightclub at night but also open in the day. Like a kind of fusty smell but it wasn't as bad downstairs, could be the carpet upstairs with a toll of having drinks spilt on it maybe. It didn't spoil our experience though & we had fun taking pics of the decor, the designers should be very proud of themselves 🤩
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