Reservations are required this is a nice establishment located in downtown Austin. The staff were friendly, Courtney was our waitress. She was very patient (my daughter couldn't decide what she wanted to order) I had the fish & grits she ordered French Toast, eggs and beef bacon, can't forget the Mimosas (peach & strawberry) yep they were both mine, to wash it down. If you haven't been here you should definitely give them a try. read more

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So maybe it was just the day that I went because I've heard rave reviews about this place. I was excited to finally get to try it. Upon arriving, I was sat near the door, which was totally fine. Had a reservation on a Thursday but really no need as it was only two or three other tables in the restaurant the layout from what I could see was pretty simple tables and a bar. The main entrance has you walking directly into the seating area there's no separation of entryway, so an awkward welcome experience. The lady who assisted me was very nice. I did find out that she normally does not work for front of the house so the service probably was a little bit different than what you normally see. I ordered the deviled eggs and then the snapper fish. The deviled eggs came out not so great to me. They tasted very stale almost like if they had sat in the fridge overnight, where the yolks had kind of absorbed some of the flavor, the egg was overcooked so I tried one and then I did not eat the remaining two and thankfully the restaurant was kind enough to take that off of my total bill. The snapper was very flavorful and had a great crust on the outside unfortunately was also overdone with the middle of the fish, kind of being rubbery to eat a little and a bit more firm than I would like, so maybe it could've been the type of fish. However, the outside had a wonderful flavor and a great crust to it. Not sure I'd go back or recommend. Unless it's for drinks. The drink was amazing. Maybe the best part of the meal. read more

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I visited Victory East in downtown Austin back in October to celebrate my birthday. Overall, the experience was solid, with some standout dishes and a few misses that brought the rating to three stars. The food was mostly good, with a couple of highlights. The oxtail mac & cheese was excellent -- rich, flavorful, and absolutely the star of the table. We also tried the wings, which were enjoyable, and a deviled egg topped with shrimp that was perfectly seasoned -- honestly, I could eat that shrimp all day. My friend ordered a few different items as well and enjoyed what he tried. There were a few things that fell short. I ordered a blackberry cocktail (can't recall the exact name), and the smoky note from the alcohol used threw off the balance for me. I also ordered a side of brussels sprouts, which was disappointingly small and much harder than expected -- I couldn't even tell if they'd been properly pan-seared. Service was friendly throughout, though we did experience a longer-than-anticipated wait toward the end of the meal, which slightly impacted the overall flow of the night. All in all, Victory East has some really strong dishes and potential, but a few inconsistencies kept it from being a higher rating. I'd still consider returning, especially for the oxtail mac & cheese and shrimp dish. read more

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We got so lucky we were able to reserve a table 15 minutes before a time slot, which was very nice. Staff was very nice and quick to get and bring out our order. The place is nicely decorated and dim, very intimate, unless you're sitting right next to people which is fine but maybe not for a date. Everything was going so well. Had the wings and fries, really like their wings, nice crispy texture and good sauce. The lamb chops were good and paired well with the sides. The mash potatoes did taste like they had maybe a bit too much garlic? The thing that brought this visit down was the peach cobbler that we ordered, it came out and it was raw. I mean we put our spoons in and the dough was stretchy, like you could tell right away, wasn't even hot. read more

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Considering the historic connection of this place in East Austin, I had to stop in for brunch. This restaurant isn't that big, seats about 20 but also has a small bar area. They only have street parking so depending on the day, parking can be hard. Customer service and music was great! We were a bit late to the reservation and to my surprise, they called us to ask for eta. Our waiter was very personable and great knowledge of the menu. I figured you could never go wrong with chicken & waffles but I have never had fried chicken thighs as the chicken choice for a chicken & waffle dish. The dish itself was served hot & fresh! The waffle tasted great, fluffy and buttery but the chicken on the other hand, could have used more seasoning. The chicken just tasted like fried batter. I had to ask for hot sauce to give it some sort of twang. I also ordered a blackberry mimosa. It tasted as good as it looked. Be sure to grab one! read more

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Sometimes you can go to a place several times and then you rethink your vision of the place. This happened on Friday night. My leadership cohort was meeting at Victory East (formerly Victory Grill) for happy hour. Within the same location is a Speak Easy (Busy Signal) at the back of the building. As I was taking pictures of the mural inside, the hostess told me that everyone in that mural had played or sang at Victory East. These artists where a part of the Chitlin' Circuit, such as legendary artists like Billie Holiday, James Brown, Ike & Tina Turner, B.B. King, and Etta James. Wow! I knew Victory East had historical significance; however, I did not know the ties ran so deep and wide. According to the hostess Victory East was originally created as a safe space for African American soldiers returning from World War II where they could freely drink, dance and eat in then segregated South. After my talk with the hostess, I had a new appreciation for Victory East. Our cohort had drinks (lemon drop, margaritas, mojitos) and food (fried chicken wings, fried catfish, mac n cheese, salad and jerk chicken sliders). One the highlights of visiting Victory East is its beverages. For cocktails, their mixologists combine the perfect amount of alcohol and other ingredients. The Lemon Drop martini was superbly made. The food was all 5+/5...perfectly seasoned and cooked flawlessly. Service was at the next level. We had two servers frequently asking if we needed anything and removing dishes from our table. They both were very attentive. Victory East is a vibe. You are instantly transported to a different place and time. The restaurant / bar is dimly lit with dark walls giving a romantic ambiance. There was a DJ spinning mellow, sultry tunes...such a warm and inviting environment. Victory East would be great for group gathers, date night or friends catching up. read more

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Tried this spot on a whim, and it did not disappoint, tried the deviled eggs for starters, didn't try a drink at this location , service was fast and our waiter was very helpful, for my meal I tried the lamb chops, Mac n cheese and collard greens, everything was flavorful and good, the sauce was amazing, overall everything was good but just a tad overpriced, but I would most definitely return to try something else. The ambience was amazing as well, cute spot for a day night or girls night out, the night I went there was a live saxophone player read more

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Pasta was wrong, however the manager did take care of it without us even asking. Sat at the bar and the bartender was new but she still was great! Redfish was great! The music is always a great vibe and the aesthetics is always nice. Although it took a while to get our food, the staff (bartender especially) made it unnoticeable but interaction and conversations. Will return as always. read more

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Despite today being Valentine's Day, Victory East was very accommodating and the service was great! Our server, Mo was very attentive to all of our needs and maintained a positive disposition throughout our dinner service! The food was delicious & the ambiance was superb! All the love was felt in the air read more

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The restaurant was great. Food and service were excellent, and the ambiance, made for a nice date. This is an historic Austin venue, named in honor of V day (WWII), and was established as a place for African American community, including dining and live music. Today, is pay homage to it's roots with a beautiful mural showcasing numerous musicians who have graced the stage. We had s couple of nice cocktails, wings, corn bread, oxtails, and blackened catfish. Everything as excellent and we cannot wait to return. This would be a 5 start review if the restrooms were tended better. The restaurant shares two unisex bathrooms with a speakeasy that is connected in the back. There was too much traffic on a Saturday night at about 9:30pm between the two sides. read more

Okay, I feel very conflicted giving this review because I really want to love this place. So I'm going to be very thorough because there are aspects that I like about this place but then things that I don't like. Firstly, I'll talk about the vibe. Cute spacious area with a restaurant that leads to a lounge and outdoor space. So many events are kept here and there's always something going on. The thing that stands out for me is the quality of the food and drinks versus the price. The food and drinks are pretty mediocre and overly priced. If you are going to NY prices in Austin, you have to have well crafted drinks and amazing food. I will say the one drink that I liked was the peach pecan old fashion. I would come back again just for the vibes. read more

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Great food, drinks, and service. We shared the lamb chops with Mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts. The lamb had great flavor, but just a tad overcooked. I wish it was taken off the grill 2 minutes before. But it was still great. The Mac and cheese was fine, it was just regular Mac. And the Brussel sprouts were amazing. They have a little sweetness and saltiness from the bacon. My husband said the first time he went his experience was better, but I thought this was great, and I would love to come back. The drinks we got were the peach pecan old fashioned and the rum punch. They were both amazing. Great mix and high quality. Our food came out before the drinks which was weird, but everything was great and we would be back. After we finished eating we went into the back to the lounge and we really enjoyed our night there too. I'm surprised there wasn't more people. read more

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Historical, landmark establishment in my neighborhood (Central East) that's recently reopened. Magnificent service, ambiance, and food. The brunch menu is delightful. Chicken & waffles are literally the best I've ever had. read more

One of the best restaurants I visited while in Austin. It was delicious from the food to the drinks and the staff were very knowledgeable of the menu. They had great recommendations. 10/10 no complaints read more

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Honestly, my rating is a 2.5 1. I must give a shout out to the hostess who answered my call. I wanted to get a feel about seating and parking. She gave me detailed instructions. Also when we came in, even though she already had a table ready, she accommodated my (extra) request to be seated at a booth. 2. There is not a lot of park but there is free street parking behind the building and a parking garage next to the establishment. 3. I love the ambiance and the vibes!they had the game on and good music playing! 4. Our second waitress, Jasmine, really saved the day. She was as attentive as she could be and she corrected the errors made by the first waiter Foood: 1. The chicken and waffles was pretty good, i just wish it was bone in(personal preference). The sauce that came with it, was a great addition. 2. We also got the kitchen sink and that was fine 3. I think we were disappointed with a lot of things being out but I concede that it was a late brunch. 4. Also yalll, they have bottomless mimosas for $30 (2hr max) (first waiter said a carafe with multiple juices was $50) and for a premade carafe with OJ is $20. Listen they said bottomless and i said say less! My complaint: 1. I always want to support a black owned business but i have to call out the issues like i do everywhere else. 2. Our original server was not the best. He gave us a lot of misinformation about ordering a carafe, forgot to put in orders. But to some defense, it did seem like it was just him and one other servicing everyone. read more

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Surprisingly, my favorite thing I had was the Brussels sprouts. It was sweet (had maple syrup I believe) and had GOOD pieces of bacon. The lamp chops were good but I've had better. They could've been more tender. The Mac and cheese was disappointing. 0/10 would recommend. The only enjoyable part was the top layer with the crust. The cheese sauce wasn't good. My drink was very tasty! I got the WAP (stands for watermelon and peach). Tasted just like a watermelon jolly rancher. The music was awesome. Classic R&B - at the perfect volume! Loud enough that you can hear and enjoy the music but not too loud that you can't hear each other talk. read more

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We visited on a Saturday and had a 7:00 reservation. We were seated immediately but it took about 10 mins to put our drink orders in. It took about 20 more mins for the server to come take our appetizer orders. At that point the hostess tried to take our menus and we hadn't even ordered entrees. We finished our appetizers (the wings were small but good) and drinks and waited a very long time to put in our entree orders. The hostess came over to tell us that another party was waiting on our seats and we explained that we were waiting on our checks and that she needs to check with the server. Being rushed while also being forced to wait is nuts. Food: Lamb chops 7/10 flavorful but fatty Mac n cheese 3/10 no flavor, dry Brussels sprouts 10/10 delicious Peach pecan old fashion 9/10 Hennessy Sidecar 10/10 We didn't get to check out busy signal because there was a private party. read more

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Ambiance: Sunday brunch--Nice brunch vibe with music playing over the speakers so it's a nice brunch atmosphere. Service: It took a while for us to get our order taken and for us to receive our food. Our group size was 5 so I'm not sure if that was a factor or not, but our group size wasn't too large. Food: I ordered the Rasta Pasta and the food tasted really good. The food was seasoned well and blended perfectly. It just wasn't filling for me though because I was still hungry afterwards. read more

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We made a reservation for the restaurant side in the front and a later reservation for the cocktail bar in the back. Let me just say now to skip the restaurant altogether. There are two doors to enter and there wasn't a host at either one when we walked in. There's no real waiting area so you're kind of just standing near table waiting for someone to notice you. Once we were seated most of the food items they were out of. The items we did order were not very flavorful and the food took long to come out. The cocktails were decent enough. We moved to the back of the restaurant to the bar room which had low mood lighting and a sofas but the drinks were the same from the restaurant so we just left. I would recommend just booking for the bar back room despite the limited food menu. read more

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Where do I start?? Reserved a few tables for a friend birthday at 5:30pm and the food didn't come out until 6:30pm and then they told us we had to leave at 7:15pm because of another reservation and didn't even bring the dessert. Each one of us had to pay $30 for just the meal of tiny pieces of chicken and fish with a tiny bit of Brussels sprouts and Mac and cheese. For reference on the menu a delicious pasta or waffles and chicken they wouldn't let us order would've only been $22. Anyways we finally got our food and there was hair in it. They didn't care when I told them. Told us we had to leave at 7:15 to the back room speakeasy but get this, it's reserved for a private event so we couldn't even go back there so we stood in the bar area as the server pushed tables and chairs into where we were standing. 0/10 recommend coming here due to poor service, sanitary reasons, and just overall bad vibes. read more

I have a mixed review about this place because I like it BUT there were a lot of things that went wrong. Before I get into it, I will say the location is a little tricky for parking so I HIGHLY suggest Uber/Lyft. Luckily it was a week day so we found street parking in a neighborhood with not so far of a walk. As far as the restaurant, it is small so if it's crowded expect to be really close to others around you sitting at their table. You make friends quick because you are practically in each other's conversations (that's how close). The vibe is nice and they have good music playing over the speakers. When we sat down our waiter was attentive and took our order quickly and offered up suggestions with the menu items. Shortly after we sat down it began to get busy and that's when things started to go down hill. Firstly our waiter easily became overwhelmed as she was the only one working all the tables since two of the other waiters called off. We ordered our food at 8:10 and did not get it until after 9pm. Since we ordered appetizers we had to check in with her twice on the order and she had forgot to put it separate from the food so when we finally got our food everything came at the same time. The food is a mixed review because only certain items were good. Firstly DO NOT order the grilled fish, cabbage, or the seasoned rice. 100000000% disgusting! However, the oxtail, fried chicken, Mac and Brussels sprouts were good. Nothing was amazing but at least the other items were eatable. Due to the lack of service and the longgggg wait, the manager offered us either a free drink or dessert so that was nice. Now for the speakeasy that's there, it's the main attraction. There is an entrance by going through the restaurant (which causes lots of foot traffic) or through the outside. We were there on a Thursday and every Thursday they do karaoke (free shot if you sing) and I will say it was a vibe. The layout was great, not too many people but just enough to have a good time. I highly suggest checking the lounge out after you eat, especially if it's a Thursday. FYI the kitchen serves the same food in both places so you don't have to eat at the restaurant, you can go straight to the lounge. read more

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The entire experience was disappointing and I definitely had high expectations. No hostess when you walk in, waitress had no knowledge of the drink menu, food was mid, wait for drinks was never ending because they didn't come until AFTER our meal so we canceled them. After canceling our drinks the experience went even further downhill, literally never seeing the waitress again so we approached the bartender for boxes and the check and he replied what up! & said he would let our waitress know. She still never came so the bartender came with the checks that were wrong, we paid and left. Also, everyone going & coming to & from the downstairs bar walk through the restaurant. Will NOT be back and unfortunately will not recommend Victory East. read more

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Great service, good prices and delicious food! We love this place! The food is full of flavor without being too heavy or spicy. read more

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Food was okay. I wouldn't come back for it again. We waited close to an hour for our food and there were maybe 8 other people in the restaurant area. We got the catfish with Mac and cheese and rice. The rice was horrible... stale, hard pieces of rice. Catfish was okay. Mac and cheese was phenomenal though. Our waiter was very nice and accommodating and we loved the music they played but food really lacked. read more

I celebrated my birthday at Victory East with a table of ten, and it was an unforgettable experience. I had the oxtail, and it was absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful, and clearly made with love. The entire group was impressed with the food and the warm, welcoming service. But what truly sets Victory East apart is its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. The staff was very excited to share the building's history of musicians visiting B.B. King, Billie Holiday, and James Brown This isn't just a restaurant--it's a cultural landmark. You can feel that legacy in the air. The space is alive with music, community, and pride. It's cozy yet energetic, and every detail--from the decor to the playlist--honors its roots while embracing the present. If you're looking for a place that feeds both your soul and your appetite, Victory East is it. Whether you're a local or just visiting Austin, this spot is a must. read more

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I will never go back over price bad customer service, rude manager, waitress will tell u anything. TV was not on read more

Victory East - I will never go back rude over price no no. Customer service. - Chicken Wings Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I'm only giving two stars because my server was nice. As of recent I've been frequenting Austin for work, so I've been trying different spots. Being from Atlanta, yall know we love our hookah! This spot was walking distance from my hotel, it offered a speakeasy vibe, has a rich history, it was Juneteenth, and I was using my corporate card for dinner.. so why not support a business that had rich black history..... I ordered a hookah, an old fashion, and ox tail Mac n cheese. I would love to say that when it finally came the oxtail Mac n cheese was worth your first born child, and the hookah felt like what I would imagine inhaling and exhaling clouds from the sky would feel like. Unfortunately I can't say that. Not because it's not true, but because I never got to experience either. After 45 minutes of waiting I decided to leave. read more

Enjoyed a delicious Valentine's Day Brunch. Ordered the Breakfast Plate - toast, breakfast potatoe, bacon, and cheese grits. Everything was absolutely scrumptious but the cheese grits was the star for me - they were creamy goodnes. Blackberry mimosa was on point. The ambience was chill and the vibe was vibing. Will definitely be back for some of the tantalizing items that have piqued my tastebuds (Mac and cheese with oxtail). Its historic backstour just adds to the nuance!!! read more

Victory East, you nailed it. The dark cool vibe of the restaurant is warm and inviting and the service reflects that same hospitality. But the food is the standout. We shared everything and nothing disappointed. Cornbread with bacon jam? I'll take it! The peach-pecan old fashioned? Certainly. The braised ox tail? Absolutely. And don't miss out on the speakeasy next door. Great spot. read more

We visited for brunch and this restaurant wasn't what I expected. The food was okay although I didn't see some of the items that were online. We arrived at 1:30pm and they were out of chicken tenders so I'm assuming you need to arrive earlier. Bar and decor were cute, the drinks were good. Our server was attentive. read more

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A really disappointing experience. They were out of everything we wanted to order. So we ended up getting the pasta, the Brussel sprouts, and coco bread. The food was pretty average. Drinks were unmemorable. Service was non-existent. It took nearly 30 minutes to order entrees. And just as long to get our drink orders. The staff and service were really disjointed, and it seems like they have a lot of customer experience issues to work through. Not having a host stand and just having folks stand around in the entry is odd. For the price, the ambiance, service, and food, were all a miss for me. Definitely not an upscale experience, and overall, average at best. read more

Nice relaxed spot, old fashion was decent. Could have been better to fit the ambiance. Lollipop lamb chops hit the spot. Service was okay, the servers seemed a bit timid. read more

Outside area furniture was dirty. The fireplaces didn't work. No music playing. Mainly just a bar to drink. Service was unorganized. Seems tacky. read more

It was great food, great service , ambiance was nice , drinks and food were excellent. I recommend everything we had , Blackened Catfish, Lamb Chops, Mac & cheese, and the pasta everything was a 10/10 I highly recommend, we will be back!! read more

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I made a reservation for 6:30pm last night. Our waiter, Sara came right away to take our drink order, but unfortunately everything fell off after this. It seemed like every drink my table tried to order, y'all were out of. When we finally got our drink order in, we waited about 15-20 minutes before Sara came up to our table again (without any drinks in hand). She seemed to be chatting with other tables for much longer than needed - acceptable if the restaurant is slow, but the space was quickly filling up - where is the sense of urgency if you're trying to flip tables and make money? One table sat down next to us and was not greeted for 10 minutes, and they left frustrated. We were not far behind and ended up walking out after only being served water for the 50 minutes that we were there. After being recommended this spot by numerous people I was extremely disappointed in our service tonight. I wanted to be patient and wait but only being served water for almost the first hour after sitting down was unacceptable. I can tell this restaurant is not managed very well -- you need to have more people on the clock for busy nights. And from other reviews I've read I am clearly not alone here. I will say, the food looked great though from what I saw, but please tighten up with service. Also, the music was WAY TOO LOUD for a dining room. read more

The drinks were amazing as well as the food it was fresh and hot. But the ambiance is the real show stopper it is smaller and more intimate, dark but the speakeasy in the back is chefs kiss from the music to the seating. The service was also impeccable they are very attentive making sure you are enjoy your meal and drinks read more

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The food is sooo good and fresh. Love that they have 6 flavors of kool-aid to choose from. It was crowded but we weee able to secure a table before we ordered our food. We will definitely be going back read more

The food was incredible!!!! So delicious! The oxtail entree and max and cheese was to die for!! Do not sleep on this spot. For drinks we recco the WAP and pecan peach old fashioned. For dessert definitely get the peach cobbler! Mmm mmm so good! Will definitely be coming back! read more

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As a visitor to the city I was looking for a good black owned place to eat. On arrival there was no one in the front, after waiting a bit we made our way to the speakeasy in the back, . We got there toward the end of brunch, the part of she drank she we saw was good. A waitress informed us we could still order brunch however she never came back to us. We went back to the front and there were people there we were told they were closed until five but the people seated had a reservation. Then someone else came and said that we could still order. I'm disappointed with this experience and did not get food at that point I left. Can't rate the food , just the experience. read more

The food is so delicious!! The taste, the texture, it's been so good. Patience is key and so you will always been taken care of.