Freddie's Beach Bar
Though not actually on a beach, run by the charismatic Freddie, this colorful "straight-friendly" bar/restaurant is a fun stop just across the Potomac River in the Crystal City neighborhood of Arlington, VA. Freddie's is THE only gay bar in Northern Virginia. Drag shows and karaoke are some of the main attractions.
- 20+
- 30+
- 40+
- 50+
- drag
- outdoor seating
- happy hour
- 18+
- karaoke
- mixed gay/straight
- $$
- American
- Italian
- Seafood
- brunch
- live entertainment
- sandwiches
- bar food
- casual
- good for groups
- LGBTQ+ owned
- lively
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Regretful
Waisted almost 10 minutes just trying to get a friggin drink. Ended up just walking out. Never again.
Something for everyone in Northern Virginia
Freddie's in the ONLY gay bar/restaurant in all of Northern Virginia and it's just a stones throw away from the city near National Airport. Lifelong Arlington resident Freddie Lutz has created a welcoming, kitchy space that features a full-service restaurant, drag shows, drag bingo, karaoke, and more. A large island bar dominates the space with large and small tables surrounding the room. A front, enclosed patio is a good escape from the friendly noise inside if you want a more intimate evening. Sunday brunch is a fav, as is the Sunday night drag shows hosted by Destiny B. Childs and company. Super casual and all-inclusive. You'll immediately feel comfortable.