Vic and Al's

The service was really good, the host explained the menu very well. I had the red beans and rice with eggs, never had it with eggs before but it turned out to be good! The atmosphere was really good. Loved the music selection. The website tells you where there is parking available. I parked in the lot where the Vortex Theater was and did not have any issues.

I needed a special place for a special anniversary for my special fiancée. I had reservation options, but I had heard great things about Vic and Al’s, and decided to roll the dice on getting in. Holy &$@*, am I glad we did. We pulled up, and thought it looked packed inside. Girlfriend went in to check, and the look was deceiving - they were definitely busy, but you can sit and order at the bar, as well. When it’s not too cold, there’s patio seating, too. We had catfish atchafalaya smothered in crawfish and shrimp étouffée, and a wood-fired oven-roasted mahi mahi with charred fennel, mashed sweet potatoes and sweet chili glaze. And, of course, the danged corn dogs. An Old Fashioned is a simple thing that is often wrong, somehow, but their corn old fashioned was solid as could be. My fiancée , who doesn’t usually love martinis, declared Winnie Martini one of the best martinis she’s ever had. The Orange Drink (tequila, ginger cayenne simple syrup, carrot and orange juice, with a citrus salt on the rim) was fantastic. But yay, fantastic food and drinks and a cozy, lively atmosphere. What really got us was the service. When everything is so fantastic, they could get away with good or “great” service. It could be super-efficient and servile, or it could have personality but just OK. The staff here gave you the kind of touches and personal attention you’d expect in a more expensive and potentially stuffy restaurant, but with a personality and sense of genuine care. We’ll definitely be back, and we’re bringing friends. I’ve lived in Austin all my life, over 50 years, and this is the sort of restaurant we all want to see survive and thrive. So, go do your part for that - you’ll be rewarded!

Quaint and enjoyable place. Food comes out hot and is nicely portioned. Order in line and they deliver to table. Daily specials keep you coming back to discover more favorites. I had the chicken and rice. It was basically chicken strips and they were good. The corn dogs are tasty and just the right size for a couple bites. My friends and I ordered the entire menu and shared it all. Drinks are good and strong.

Couple things, heads up wish I knew... Parking is tough. They have a 15 spot lot in back but all were filled @630p. Front has 3 or so, and some designated. Dont Even think about parking in the neighborhood... Signs up everywhere neighborhood parking only. Second thing, it's hard to find... It's on the end of the bldg closer "kitty" business, down from Dai Due. Best new restaurant I've been to in a long time. Most delicious Blackened catfish on Greens w salad base (best FRESH salad/greens I've had in a long time). Really yummy non alcoholic virgin drinks, lots of homemade mixers and drinks. No premade stuff here!! Great bartender really helpful when I just wanted a partially sweet tea. Made me an orange-y tea. They have lots of old fashioned drinks too. I didn't get a change to try their sides but they all looked good.

We arrived after the kitchen closed but they accommodated us and we tried a few items they had made ahead. The Gumbo was excellent and had a bit of heat to it. The venue has a warm cozy feel with a market general store wall, chic booth seating with overhead chandeliers, and tables and chairs to saddle to a neighbor and strike up conversations.

Really cool place with quaint atmosphere and a small focused menu. The food and drinks we tried were all tasty and well made. Asked to substitute poboy bun for a side of salad on the Cochon and they were happy to accommodate change. Parking is a bit tough because it’s so small and crowded, hard to turn around and we had to part in nextdoor parking area.

It was a little hard to find at first glance but so glad we did ! Immediately greeted at the front by friendly staff. The food menu is not that big but what they have is soo good ! We shared the ettouffe & the gumbo with some corn dogs for the little one. My LO isn’t too picky , some things were a little spicy for him but he liked it anyways! All is made in house & you can tell! 10/10 Definitely coming back to try the rest of the menu !