Victory Restaurant & Lounge

This place is a vibe! Make a reservation because this place stays packed. I like the restaurant, lounge vibe. While we ate our food, the dj played fire music. I had mocktails and they were good too! The food was good and service was on point as well. We will definitely go back anytime we are on vacation in Miami.

It has potential. The customer service was good the music/DJ could be better and the food needs to be better. The seafood pasta 4/10 the sauce wasn’t flavorful or thick like Alfredo sauce. The seafood Mac was good 6/10 The wings 7/10 Oysters was good 7/10 The drinks was a good as well.

Went on a double date to celebrate family’s birthday. This place was definitely a good time! The d.j. was a vibe and the music was so good. It’s pretty loud and there, but we were able to have a conversation. We started by ordering a couple drinks. They were so good and STRONG. Hookah is also available. We had the honey jerk wings and the steak fried rice. 10/10! Everything was so flavorful. Those wings tasted like they came fresh off the grill. I would definitely order both dishes again. The service was pretty good too. She took our order quickly and it didn’t take too long for the food to come out. I would definitely recommend this place for a turn up birthday dinner or just a girls night out!

Came to Victory to celebrate my cousin’s birthday. We had a 10 PM reservation and ended up being 15 minutes late so we had to wait to be seated which is completely understandable for a Saturday night. Inside was a vibe with restaurant seating and club lighting. The DJ was on point and really set the atmosphere which was appreciated. The highlight of the night was the food. I went with the honey jerk wings and steak fried rice. Both were really good but that steak fried rice was amazing!! Seasoned and cooked well. The drinks were good and left you wanting another one. Overall great dinner experience and first stop for a night out. Will be back to try their brunch next time I’m in Miami.

Went to Victory for dinner this past Sunday. It was a great experience! Ambiance was top notch and the food was really good. They were out of steak 😔 so I ended up ordering the lobster fried rice, and it did not disappoint! The salmon was also really good. I will definitely be back to try out other items on the menu.

I visited Victory Restaurant and Lounge in Miami for hour on a Friday night with my sister. While we weren’t particularly drawn to the happy hour menu aside from the Caesar salad, we decided to order from the dinner menu instead. It was definitely the right choice! We shared a Caesar salad and oxtail egg rolls. For our entrees, we had the Seafood Alfredo and Lobster Fried Rice and everything was absolutely delicious!!! Special shoutout to our waitress named Dionnie who provided excellent customer service. She was attentive, friendly, and really added to the overall positive experience. The ambiance was lovely, with a nice vibe and a DJ playing in the background. The only downside was the bathroom. It didn’t match the style or cleanliness of the restaurant, which was a bit disappointing. However, aside from that, everything else was great!!! I’m looking forward to coming back to try more from the menu!

Do not get the chicken salad .. Chicken was undercooked and tasted like water … when I bought it to my waiter attention she stated the manager will not take the item off due to the salad dressing being changed .. I had to paid for a disgusting Meal and the salad was soggy…

Victory Restaurant & Lounge is a nice black-owned business that we were really able to enjoy. We loved the ambiance and the DJ. He was playing good music. I ordered charboiled oysters, which I was not as fond of, but the lamb chops were bomb. My partner ordered shrimp, which he said was "okay". I would certainly go back upon my return to Miami.

This is one of my absolute favorite places to visit when I'm in Miami! I am also in Miami every 3 to 4 months and their food is insane! The atmosphere and the food and the drink drinks will have you in heaven plus you never know who you're going to meet or see! I have tried everything from their oxtails, which is seasonal, to their lobster, fried rice, and all of their appetizers. I thoroughly enjoy their jerk, chicken egg rolls along with their crab fried rice with the salmon and the sauce that comes with it is impeccable. If you like hookah, you will be pleasantly surprised. I definitely enjoy this place and can't wait to revisit very very soon.

Place is semi expensive for the quality of food and service. The food was lacking flavor in my opinion and nothing really stood out but the hookah.

Music was good on a saturday. Definitely a party atmosphere. The hookah and the drinks were strong . The service was ok ..took a little for us to get the waiters attention and we were seated right by the door.

Came to Victory to celebrate my cousin's birthday. We had a 10 PM reservation and ended up being 15 minutes late so we had to wait to be seated which is completely understandable for a Saturday night. Inside was a vibe with restaurant seating and club lighting. The DJ was on point and really set the atmosphere which was appreciated. The highlight of the night was the food. I went with the honey jerk wings and steak fried rice. Both were really good but that steak fried rice was amazing!! Seasoned and cooked well. The drinks were good and left you wanting another one. Overall great dinner experience and first stop for a night out - 9/10. Will be back to try their brunch next time I'm in Miami.

I live in DC and enjoyed my expierence. I heard rave reviews about the Miami location. I scheduled reservations for 7 on my arrival on a Thursday. We arrived and needed to wait on our friends to join. Took a few pictures outside the establishment as they have a tent area near the entrance. The greater was nice and took a few pictures for us as well. Eventually we were seated inside. It is dimly lit on the inside and each table has a lamp. Makes for a nice intimate feel however they do have a DJ and music playing. There was a photographer that walks around to take pictures as well. She did a good job as we bought 2 of the photos. We ended up ordering the crab fries as an appetizer and my wife ordered a lemon drop. The crab fries were GREAT!! Nice size portion. Great for an appetizer. The lemon drop was good according to her as well. For dinner we ordered stuffed salmon entree and the seafood Alfredo. The salmon was seasoned well however the rice was overcooked. The seafood pasta wasn't feeling at all. Didn't taste that well either. The seafood was definitely lacking. It was hot but missing some flavor and filling. Overall I was a little disappointed in the food however the atmosphere and service was cool.

Made a reservation for 10:30pm, got sat immediately however we sat there for almost an hour and no one came up to take a drink or food order. However there was a party that came in with about 9 people and they immediately took their orders, by the time they got their first drinks we still had not even been greeted by a server. There were only 2 of us and we barely got water.

The food was delicious, the service and ambience was a 10 out of 10 I would definitely come again.

Such a vibe from start to finish! We went a little early and it was a medium crowd, but by mid-evening the place was packed...even on a weekday. The DJ? Flawless. Every single song hit. I seriously wanted his playlist. The food was amazing...my salmon was flavorful, the rice was perfect, and my friend's lamb chops with that sauce! Lobster Mac...Chef's kiss. We ended with the molten chocolate lava cake, and yes, it was as good as it sounds. Drinks were strong and tasty, and the service was top-tier..our server was sweet, attentive, and even brought out sparklers for a birthday in our group, which made it feel extra special. The ambiance is beautiful..great bar, stylish booths, and a cute outdoor area. You'll see a good-looking crowd, great energy, and a mix of outfits. You can dress cute or go full glam..you won't be out of place either way. Whether it's a girls' night or date night, I'd absolutely come back next time I'm in Miami.

Went on a double date to celebrate family's birthday. This place was definitely a good time! The d.j. was a vibe and the music was so good. It's pretty loud and there, but we were able to have a conversation. We started by ordering a couple drinks. They were so good and STRONG. Hookah is also available. We had the honey jerk wings and the steak fried rice. 10/10! Everything was so flavorful. Those wings tasted like they came fresh off the grill. I would definitely order both dishes again. The service was pretty good too. She took our order quickly and it didn't take too long for the food to come out. I would definitely recommend this place for a turn up birthday dinner or just a girls night out!

Miami Brunch Sunday anyone ??.. This is the location for good food and party atmosphere. I have the crab tater tots .. they were just ok , could've use more flavor in the sauce . I guess that's what you expect from app. You can dance and get hookah while you wait for your food . It was crowded ! .the live DJ had the party rocking ! Thats what made it a great vibe. We ordered a couple drinks and the food came out in no time ! Grits with cheese with the fried lobster was a smash. Grits was smoove as butter with 3 different cheeses in the mix .

I've been coming here for years and it's always a vibe! Consistent and a fun time! Food is good and the music is always on point! Ambiance sexy party vibes! Bar service is A1! I will continue to come here and tell other visitors to come as well!

The food was great. I wish I took photos and unfortunately I did not! But I had Catfish and grits. Delicious! The vibe is very laid back and chill inside. The lights are colorful and dimly lit. Regardless of weather conditions. You're in another place and clear of the elements lol. Service was great!

It was great to know that Victory closes most nights after midnight! There is usually a DJ on the premises and there is security that does checks upon entry ensuring safety. We visited the establishment to celebrate a birthday. Please note that there is a fee to bring in a cake! For drinks I had the panty dropper 3/10. For food I had the jerk wings 7/10 and oxtail eggrolls 7/10. I would recommend that a pairing sauce be added for the eggrolls as they are meaty and tasty but missing a kick! Street parking, garage, and valet parking are available for a fee.

The place is beautiful and such a vibe. The music and service were great. The food and drinks were good too however, the amount of food that you are paying for vs the amount of food received is crazy. The portions are so small. Now the bathroom... looks ridiculous. Looks like the gas station bathroom. It just didn't match the ambiance of the lounge at all.

I really wanted to enjoy this place, but the service completely overshadowed everything else. From the moment we were seated, our server (receipt listed the name as "MILORD C") seemed disengaged. We had basic questions about the menu and couldn't get a single helpful recommendation. Throughout the meal, he passed by our table multiple times without checking in, even when we were visibly trying to get his attention. At one point, he was socializing and dancing with another table while we were still waiting on assistance. The most frustrating part came at the end. We later realized a 20% service charge had already been added to the bill -- something that was never verbally communicated. Because it wasn't mentioned and the card reader was simply handed over, we ended up tipping on top of that. Transparency matters, and that should have been clearly explained. Interestingly, the only time he spent more than a few seconds at our table was when it was time to process payment. This was actually a return visit for someone in our group and a first-time experience for me. Based on how highly it had been spoken of in the past, I expected much better. Unfortunately, the level of service didn't match the reputation. Management may want to revisit service expectations and communication around automatic gratuities. Even in a small restaurant, attentiveness and clarity go a long way. Sadly, this experience didn't leave us wanting to come back.

Great service and good food! I've been to other locations like ATL (now closed) and when they were first in South Beach but this one has stepped up their game as far as the service. Everyone has a good attitude and they have fun while working. The bartenders are personable and seem to know what you need without asking. The music is always a vibe, the lounge itself is inviting with high energy, and clean bathrooms. During a recent visit, I ordered catfish and grits. It was so good, the catfish was crispy, perfectly seasoned and the grits were creamy. The bacon was actually cooked although overpriced (there's no reason a side of bacon should cost more than an actual pack of bacon). Overall, this is a good place to get a drink, eat some good food and enjoy great R&B/hip hop music

This might've been the worst service I've ever received. The waiter, "MILORD C", whose name I only know because it was listed on the receipt was super inattentive. Couldn't even give a recommendation on the menu and walked by the table multiple times without checking on us even when we tried to flag him down. He did however find time to do a salsa with the table next to us. The restaurant is small so I don't know how hard it is to tend to your customers, but.... anything is possible when there is no standard in place. Aside from his name, he failed to mention there was a 20% service charge, so I ended up over tipping and will be rectifying that with my bank ASAP. He didn't deserve that, and he damn sure didn't deserve additional gratuity. It shady business practice to not clearly state that and just shove a card reader in your face. When it was time to pay was the longest he was at our table. Sucks because this is a stereotype of black owned business and I hate that this waiter lived up (or down) to that. Unfortunately, I will not be patronizing this business ever again. It was my second time, and my friend's first (I went 3 years ago for a birthday trip) and I was excited to return. I see why the hype has died down. If the manager sees this, please make sure your service staff don't muddy your operation. It happens all too often and this is YOUR hard earned business, not theirs. Take more pride in training and or at least making sure servers aren't giving lack luster performance because the tip is automatic.

I have visited Victory a few times for brunch when visiting Miami. This time it was not crowded and full of people dancing. The food was good per usual. I did not partake in the bottomless mimosas but ordered a pitcher of SWEET ESCAPE (Don Q Coconut Rum, Don Q Coconut Rum, Triple Sec, Flor De Caña White Rum, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Lime, Red Sugar Rim Pineapple, Orange, Grenadine). You can get about 9 cups from the pitcher.

If you want a turnt up brunch experience, this is your spot.! Our bar tender was super, duper lit -- he was attentive and friendly! It was his bday weekend and he gave US some free shots. The food was pretty good. I had the shrimp and grits which were yummy, yummy! No complaints. I truly had a great time and will be back -- very soon :) This place would be great for birthdays, divorces, breakups -- any major celebrations. BE SURE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS AS IT DOES GET PACKED, the only seats we were able to snag were at the bar and that was only due to my beautiful smile -- so just imagine if you have a regular smile .

Good vibes, great DJ, and really good food! Worth the price and visit if looking for a fun brunch in Miami.

This was my second time getting the shrimp and grits and it did not miss. Very flavorful. The service was quick and the waiter kept our drinks full. The music is always on point, if you like r&b and hip hop this is definitely a great spot to get cute and eat good. The restaurant is not very big so be sure to make reservations ahead of time!

Just stopping in to do an update with the menu item of the month. Please order the chopped cheese roll!!! The banana peppers on the side takes them from a 10 to a 20!

Do not get the chicken salad .. Chicken was undercooked and tasted like water ... when I bought it to my waiter attention she stated the manager will not take the item off due to the salad dressing being changed .. I had to paid for a disgusting Meal and the salad was soggy...

This place was such a vibe. They had happy hour until 9, the music was rolling, the drinks were flowing and the food was good. We had a great time. Definitely recommend. We also had hookah. Everything was good, and the waiter cool. Even the bus boy was dancing.

Victory was a vibe! My best friend and I had brunch here during her birthday weekend and we enjoyed ourselves. Our waitress was very sweet, but she could have been more attentive. There were a few instances when we needed water or condiments and she was chit-chatting or laughing with the DJ. It wasn't a huge deal overall. We had bottomless mimosas and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the chicken and waffles. FYI - we had like 3 bottles of prosecco and I barely felt like we'd been drinking.

This place is ok. Very limited space, DJ, small bar and TVs. Extremely limited menu options. Service was good. Had the chicken and waffles and also French toast.

The service to get to our table was ok however for a Saturday night requiring a reservation and to not get service is ridiculous. This is my second time here and really wanted to enjoy one of my vacation night dinners here and to not be able to be served checked on nor crap excuse this will the last time I spend a dime here. Over priced food hookah and drinks I can take myself back over to North beach and enjoy myself elsewhere. Ambiance for who? Cause the music is entirely too loud and this round here is subpar to say the least. Go elsewhere if you wanna have a good time in a establishment that actually cares for their customers

My boyfriend and I came here from out of town. I made our reservation through open table a week early. Table reservations are supposed to be 90 min if you're a party of two but they let us stay a little longer because it wasn't super busy. Our goal was to get mimosa drunk and vibe to some good music. And we did just that lol We got bottomless mimosas $40 per person. The champagne kept coming. The brunch menu doesn't have a lot of options but I would say it's as many choices as a typical brunch menu and the food was really good! We got French toast, eggs, tater tots, and catfish + grits. The tater tots were our fave. Everything was very tasty. The DJ was a little vibeeeee. He had a really good mix and my boyfriend and I (who have very different taste in music lol) really enjoyed every single song. We were very lit. It's November so I'm assuming most people there were local because nobody was really that hype with us. So if it's not "tourist" season be ready to bring your own "turn up" like we did lol Of course every brunch place is decked out in flowers. The best place to take pics is on the flower wall right outside. Really great staff and overall a wonderful time. 100% recommend coming here.

Nice and spacious restaurant with nice lounge decor. The food was good. The drinks were so tasty! Our service was great! Came for a tasty brunch. About $100 for two

I always walked by this spot and always saw people having a good time so I decided to check it out one time. I went on a Friday night which is supposed to be poppin, but it was pretty calm inside which I enjoyed. The food options are limited but everything came out tasting great anyways. I had the chicken egg rolls which were ok, not much to say about them. The Crab fries were delicious, highly recommended And the teriyaki chicken was pretty good too. Mary, our waiter took great care of us and had good convo with.

This is a perfect spot for a night out with the gals! The decor inside super cute. Kind of "posh" vibe to it. The decor outdoor is also super cute too and you should definitely be able to get some nice pics out there! The thing I loved more than anything is that this was a thriving black owned business. In Miami I'm finding it to be more and more difficult to find relatively black/African American spaces. It's truthfully so refreshing to be able to have somewhere to go to mingle with an influx other black people without having to drive wayyyyy up North (Victory is located right in Midtown). This restaurant also doubles as a lounge and that's honestly my fave combo haha. I was also told that the dynamics of the "lounge" typically varies depending on the crowd. DJ was turnt and playing all the hits! Please be advised that you would need to make a reservation before booking as well. Food was bombbbb! I had my cousin with me and she's a picky eater and she enjoyed it! Everything was well seasoned. I also loved the choices on the drink menu and the hookah choices as well (yes they have Hookah too). Only reason this spot didn't land at 5 stars for me was because of the service. We lost our server a couple of times haha. It wasn't deplorable service, but the server definitely wasn't as attentive as I would have liked her to be, which is disheartening because after going through the hassle of finding restaurant availability and paying pretty steep prices you would like to think you'd be privy to some good customer service.

Music is good Staff is nice I ADORE the flowers! Milord is the best bartender they had. I got the crab avocado toast and knew it was the best way to start my day.

10/10 highly recommend! My partner and I came here while spending the night in Miami before our cruise and nothing disappointed. The DJ was a vibe and so was our waitress. Even the guy who was refilling our water was cool and funny. We ordered the Victory Shrimp, Birria Egg rolls, Mambo wings, Brussels sprouts,& Fried rice. EVERYTHING was sooo good. We came back after our cruise with our other family members and they enjoyed the food as well which is what is pictured. We had hookah that particular night...& again nothing disappointed. We can't wait to come back!

Food: 2/10 only a 2 because of presentation , literally came in 2018/2019 was perfect to present day not a fan anymore Service: 3/10 the beginning of dinner although they closed for a few to set up they still took forever to get a drink order and etc even hookah

The food at Victory is sooo delicious! The amount of flavor is insane! I love anything and everything they have but my absolute favorite is the brunch crab tater tots and steak omelette. I'm drooling over it again just writing this review. The ambiance is nice, there's blue lighting, a bar, a dj, and hookah available. The service is pretty good, I don't have any complaints. The additional plus is that it's black owned! Go show some love.

I've been here quite a few times but recently went to the brunch for the first time. DJ was super on point, great vibes! Service was mediocre but that's expected as it was super busy. I got the catfish and grits and added lump crab meat. Delicious!!! Highly recommend.

I ate all my food lol it was so flavorful, juicy and tender chicken wings and the waffles were to die for ! Not like cake lol service took a little long but worth the wait! The environment is pretty chill, I feel you can dress up or down to attend :) btw it does feel like a day club inside lol but gooddd !!

Really cute restaurant. The inside is so nice, and the seats are super comfortable! Dalvin was great! Very attentive to our table! We went from being like the only people there to the place being packed and he kept checking on us like nothing had changed. We mainly went for cocktails, I got SAY MY NAME cocktail first (gross, tasted like cough syrup, the red kind) Dalvin recommended PANTY DROPPER, I ended up downing 2 of them thangs they was soo good! The music they was playing was so good! We really was in there singing our hearts out, and just dancing. Birria tacos was alright (the meat was kinda sweet, wasn't a fan) Restroom was clean. Definitely recommend if you looking for a vibe. The music they was playing was from these mix's you can find via YouTube from #djshinski

Food was great. Drinks were nice. Service was great as well. The layout of the restaurant sucked. They have booths reserved for people wanting to cash out with bottle service. These booths sat empty the entire time I was there (approx 2 hours). Then our table was right in the doorway. Everytime someone stepped in it interrupted our party. I'm sure those tables were probably last minute add ins after final construction. It just didn't make sense. It was so uncomfortable to vibe and eat. 3 stars. Do better.

Victory lounge is sooooo cute. The live DJ definitely was a great addition. We went for a 21st birthday celebration and it was lit. Love that they have a dress code. Everyone get cute and be picture ready. Service was amazing. Quick and attentive. Everyone's food looked and tastes great !

Definitely a vibe!! The music, the ambiance, the food, the service.. Everything! But I would recommend going during happy hour because their food and drinks are extremely overpriced. My husband chose this place for date night & the food was amazing!! I didn't realize it was still happy hour until we arrived, so we had to order everything quickly. We wanted to try a little bit of everything because each menu item was unbelievably attractive! Make a reservation if you choose to go during a popular time and dress appropriately because they have security and a hostess out front who will turn you away if necessary.

We were Miami for a weekend visit and on our last night we decided to go out to a restaurant that had good food reviews. We made a quick reservation and was able to get into the spot on a Saturday night. We were seated in a booth and we did not have to wait long before the waitress came. We ordered drinks and chilled while listening to the music. The music was , we were grooving to r&b and dance music. We almost got up and start dancing. We ordered our food. The sides are a la carte and they each feed about 3 people. So we ordered greens, mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese. The girls I was with ordered lamb chops and I ordered the jerk chicken, I wanted the catfish but that is for brunch only. The jerk chicken was good (a little burnt) but the greens were sooo good. They were seasoned well. Everything we ate was delicious. After we ate there was a man taking photos and was selling them for $10. When I am back in Miami I def want to go back and try their brunch which the waitress said there is a DJ and other menu options.

I would totally come back here!! It is good Vibes. The food is very tasty, the drinks were on point and the ambiance is amazing. They had a few djs keeping us jamming while enjoying our time there. I love the deco in there!! Love all the flowers. Very cute place!!! The staff were super friendly, professional & cool. Like I said I would totally go back. The food & drinks are pricey dough

Not a full review, just an update of today's shenanigans. I Wasn't let in because I wore this outfit (see photo). Remember this place has "black rules" so go at your own risk. I'll spend my $100+ elsewhere where they don't take itApparently they don't need it. This is strike two with this place and I'm at the point although it's down the street from me, I will continue to walk right past it and patronize all the other businesses in the area. Mau is a better option without the nonsense at the door. Do better.

Dined at this spot during a Girl's Trip to Miami. We arrived for our reservation and were sat immediately but didn't receive the booth for our party reservation. Our waitress advised us of the 2 hour dining limit. Now if you're looking for a turned up party atmosphere this is the place. The DJ kept the music at aloud volume but not so loud you had to shout but you definitely couldn't use your indoor voice. And if you like your food with a side of twerking then this is your place. If thats not your type of thing or you are offended by profanity in music; please go elsewhere lol! I chose the creole crab salmon. It was served on a bed of crab fried rice and drizzled with spicy mayo. OMG- deliciosa! Salmon was well seasoned and still juicy. i was so happy with my selection. The only thing that seemed a little out of place was the green beans served with the rice. I also ordered a side of brussel sprouts that were plentiful, crispy and fresh. The drinks were cute but strong. I went with the Chokehold and it was niiiiice! This is a cool party spot to hang out with your friends and make memories in MIA

This is the perfect date night spot and a birthday celebration spot. Walking in you're immediately transported off of the streets of Miami. There's a live dj who keeps the ambiance of the restaurant. It has a smaller dinner menu but it's truly the experience you'll receive. Their drink menu is very unique and extensive. The pasta I ordered was amazing it's a great serving size and doesn't leave your overly full. The service was great. We were treated with a smile and were seated instantly. Our waitress gave us some time to decide what we were going to eat. I can't wait to come again

This was one of the best meals I had while I was in Miami. This was a very cute restaurant, there was a photographer walking around to take pictures. We were in town celebrating my sisters 30th birthday. And I'm really glad she found Victory. The service was decent, I would definitely go back for dinner.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. We sat at the bar and had dinner and drinks. The food was delicious, the drinks were amazing, the DJ was top tier, and the service was impeccable. The manager served us at the bar and she was a very dope soul. Adding it to my Miami list, because I will definitely return.

Overpriced AF but we made it fun for a group of 7 we either had to wait 2 hours or get a booth with no wait for $600 bottle minimum, we bit the bullet and paid since we drive 1 hour. The food was again overpriced but it was okay, worth it? I wouldn't go again but the staff was very nice and knowledgeable .