Victory Tavern

Lauren Vaughan says:

• Food:

  5/5

• Vibe:

  5/5

• Service:

  5/5

• Value:

  5/5

• Overall:

  5/5

My first experience with Victory Tavern was at a work event at which they provided the compulsory nibbles. For once (unless Stephen Pyles is the nibble provider du jour) the food was not only edible, it was delicious. When Restaurant Week rolled around and I saw that VT was on the list, I immediately signed up for myself and about 10 friends. We were not disappointed. Prompt seating and attentive staff made everyone in our group feel welcome and appreciated. Our choices for the Amuse Bouche were Blue Agave Marinated Beef Tenderloin on Tortilla Crisp Candied Lime & Jalapeño Jelly with Smooth Avocado and Micro Cilantro, Grilled Asparagus with Portobello mushroom, proscuitto, Texas goat cheese and herb vinaigrette or Braised Beef Potstickers with pomegranate dipping sauce. I was able to sample each offering and all were outstanding. For our salad, most went with the wedge and for the entree, the Seared Halibut with asparagus-shi*take (it wouldn't let me post the word as a whole, accusing me of typing something naughty, ha!) mushroom risotto, yellow tomato and butter sauce was the crowd favorite although the salmon and 6 oz filet did not disappoint either. Desserts were decadent and everyone left feeling satisfied and knowing they would return.

Since that first visit, VT has become a Victory Park staple for my friends and I, especially if we are heading to the AAC. It's must-do for a pre-game drink and the most reasonable parking in the area, where just $7 (and something purchased inside the restaurant) gets you valet and 20 feet from the AAC doors. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up.