Small Victory

This small little speakeasy was spectacular! The drinks and service were amazing! I was the first to arrive before my party, and it was pretty packed, but the team made me feel at home and accommodated me and my group as spaces were opening up, it was amazing, and I really value the customer service. I got just a bartender's old fashioned and a Toronto, two very straight forward whiskey base cocktails, and they did not disappoint. It's honestly a great atmosphere for date night or for a night out with friends. I will say, reserve a table in advance just incase you want to avoid standing.

Really enjoyed my visit to small victory. I came on a Wednesday in December and it just happened to be a day with a Japanese restaurant pop up, so they had an additional food menu with sushi and sashimi plates you could try. It was super fun! My friends and I ordered a few of the dishes on that menu, one was a sashimi tuna and another was a mushroom baked popper of sorts. The drinks were also lovely - our server gave us great recs! The place is definitely inconspicuous; there is a metal gated door you go in and a small winding staircase you go up, then you're inside. It's a narrow place with a long longitudinal bar and bench along with the wall, with the tables set up there. It's intimate and almost has a low key feel compared to other speakeasies, but with an upscale menu. I really enjoyed it! I would absolutely go back. :)

I think speakeasies are cool, so my friend brought me to Small Victory for a drink. The entrance is unassuming and can easily be missed if you don't know what to look for. There's a neon "bar" sign right above the door.We didn't have a reservation and even though it was a Friday night, we were seated fairly quickly. The space is long and narrow. It looks like it extends pretty far with mostly two-person seating and bar seating.I ordered a Medicina Latina, $17. It was under the "Sours & Daisies" section of their menu and has tequila blanco, lime juice, ginger syrup, honey, and mezcal. It was a very well-balanced drink; slightly tarte with a hint of sweetness.Service was a little slow, but they were busy. Staff was helpful and friendly, though. Small Victory is worth checking out!

Despite it being a speakeasy it was easy to find, which helps us since we're out of town. We like this place so much we went two nights in a row. Not only is the cocktails well-made, it's the staff that makes us want to come back. They are so welcoming and so kind, pleasant to talk to. For our first night, they had some vintage music playing in the background, and the setting gave some nostalgic feeling. It was a vibe. It's a personal preference but I like cocktails with floral/herbal notes, but they have ones that are more citrusy than I like. Still, if we stay at the Driskell again we would revisit this place since it's across the hotel.

What a fun little place!!! We randomly stumbled upon this place as we were heading back to our vehicle and had to stop in for a quick drink. The drinks were amazing and the bartenders were nice - would definitely come back next time we're downtown!

This place really lives up to its speakeasy vibe.I walked past the entrance four or five times before I figured out the correct process.(Big thanks to the group of ladies who were leaving and pointed me in the right direction.)Once inside, I was happy to belly up to one of the coolest bars that I've had the pleasure of enjoying a drink.This place is top notch, especially the bartenders.They're happy to wax poetic about all things Austin, Texas and mixed drinks. They'll even provide new music suggestions if you ask nicely.I walked out smarter and feeling better about myself.Note: This is a cozy place. I recommend reservations if you're going to visit during peak times.

This is a sexy date night spot! So intimate and cozy. I loved that it had the feel of being more upscale. The drinks were wonderful and we got the olives (nice and salty) as well as a charcuterie board. Music was mostly R&B throwbacks and kept at a nice level where you can still have conversation so that was awesome. I got a Harry's Pick me up which was amazing. It is difficult to choose between the great options. They have the menu thoughtfully separated out for flavors, like bitter&aromatic, or sparkling-wine based. We went on a Friday night, around 10:45pm without a reservation and were seated right away, but I imagine you would need a reservation at a more popular time. Our waiter was very attentive and the whole team seemed to be in sync with one another for getting things done and making sure all customers were taken care of. This place was definitely a little confusing to find, but look for the metal door. We were not aware it was a speakeasy, but that makes sense that it was more "hidden" in a parking garage. There is a small concrete staircase to get into the door of the bar.

Really cool hidden spot in a parking garage. It's a long skinny bar but the seats are comfortable and it's got a very cool vibe. The bartenders are super friendly and make you feel very welcome. I love that they had this tiny beer, perfect for the end of the night. I'm sure the cocktails are great, we didn't have them but they looked good. I will be back, this is a fun spot for a date or drinks and conversation.

What a cool place to stop in and have a drink and just relax. This place has such a relaxed, chill vibe and reminds me of a couple of bars in New York that I'm fond of. The drinks are pricey, but you are definitely getting your moneys worth. I ordered the Cuban liberation and trust me if I had finished my drink, I would've truly been liberated. They have snack foods, but nothing of substance so next time we'll eat before we go. But I will definitely return.

Best craft cocktails in town. The owner is an awesome lady with a vision. It is a small venue but perfect spot cozy up with yummy drinks and good company. Definitely check it out!