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Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant

GayOut (22) 3.5
Google (792) 4.4
Tripadvisor (129) 4.0
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Visitors praise Freddie's for its welcoming atmosphere and fun events like trivia, karaoke, and drag shows, with some servers like Poppy receiving specific commendation. However, multiple reviews mention that the food quality is inconsistent, with some finding it terrible or overcooked, and a few patrons have experienced rude or dismissive service from management.

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Address
555 23rd Street South, Arlington
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Phone
(703) 685-0555
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Website
freddiesbeachbar.com
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About this place Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant is a gay bar located in Arlington that brings a tropical, tiki-inspired atmosphere to the local LGBTQ+ nightlife scene. The venue offers a relaxed, beach-themed setting where you can enjoy cocktails, beer, and casual pub food while soaking up the laid-back vibe. Whether you're looking for a night out with friends or want to experience Arlington's gay bar culture, this spot provides entertainment and socializing in a welcoming environment. The venue features regular drag shows and karaoke nights, giving visitors opportunities to enjoy live entertainment and participate in the fun. The beach-inspired cocktail menu and drink selection make it an inviting spot for an evening out, and the pub grub offerings ensure there's food available alongside the drinks. This is the kind of casual, social venue where you can expect to meet other guests and enjoy a lively atmosphere. Located at 555 23rd Street South in Arlington, Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant is an LGBTQ+-friendly destination that caters to travelers and locals alike. For the most current information about hours, specific events, and entertainment schedules, be sure to check their website at freddiesbeachbar.com before your visit.

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Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 16:00-02:00
Tuesday 16:00-02:00
Wednesday 16:00-02:00
Thursday 16:00-02:00
Friday 16:00-02:00
Saturday 11:00-02:00
Sunday 11:00-02:00

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Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue)

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792 reviews

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Amanda Cordova
Amanda Cordova Jun 2026

My food was delicious! I've never been to a gay bar since I'm straight but was invited by a friend. I went for trivia and karaoke and had an absolute blast!!

Calvin Amerson
Calvin Amerson Jun 2026
Simmy indc
Simmy indc Jun 2026

This place has some fun events (the drag performers are excellent!) but the food is plain terrible. The service is below satisfactory but some of the servers are good. Poppy is great! The manager Stacey (or Tracey) is often rude, dismissive and unfriendly. Overall try it once but there are much better places to go. Just cuz it's a gay friendly place and I'm gay, doesn't mean I'll spend my cash at a place where they can improve a lot of things but do not. As a paying customer, I should have fun there; not to get stressed out.

Marquitta Jones
Marquitta Jones Jun 2026
Will Gowdy
Will Gowdy May 2026

Freddie's is like the TV bar Cheers! A variety of people there. It is a gay bar but everyone is welcome. Karaoke is great. Happy Hour is great. Tuesday is Taco night and a really popular Trivia game. Half-price hamburgers on Wednesday. Saturday drag show. There is no other such place in N. Virginia. *THE man himself, Freddie, visits regularly. It's my unofficial Arlington socializing headquarters for my business, Revive Kitchen & Bath. See you there!

Edward Kilday
Edward Kilday May 2026
Chris B
Chris B May 2026

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Last updated on 3 August 2026

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