Visiting the Café
Where is Be Free Café located?
2336 Elson Green Ave #107, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, in the Red Mill Commons area.
What are your hours?
We're open seven days a week: Monday through Thursday 7am–8pm, Friday 7am–9pm, Saturday 8am–9pm, and Sunday 8am–8pm.
Is there parking?
Yes — free on-site parking right at the door.
Do I need a reservation?
No — walk-ins are always welcome.
Is the café family- and dog-friendly?
Yes. Walk-ins are always welcome, and we have a family- and dog-friendly patio in season.
How do I contact the café?
Call us at (757) 301-2578, or stop by — we're at Red Mill Commons in Virginia Beach.
Ice Cream
Is the ice cream made in-house?
Yes — every flavor is small-batch craft ice cream and gelato made in-house, with new small-batch specials weekly.
How many flavors are in the case?
The menu includes signature flavors, vegan options and rotating specials. See the current café menu, then check with the team for today's case.
Do you have vegan or non-dairy ice cream?
The current menu lists Vanilla Gorilla (Vegan), Dark Matter, Coconut, Seasonal Sorbet, Vegan Strawberry. See the café menu for current choices and ask the team what is available when you visit.
How can I order my ice cream?
Order a single, double, or triple in a cup or cone, try a 3-scoop mini sampler flight, or go all-in on an affogato with a double espresso pour-over.
Coffee Bar
How early are you open for coffee?
We open at 7am Monday through Friday, and 8am on Saturday and Sunday.
What coffee drinks do you make?
Hand-crafted lattes, americanos, cortados, shaken espresso, and draft cold brew — plus signature lattes like Maple Sea Salt, Pistachio Butter, and Cookie Commandough.
Do you have non-dairy milk options?
Yes — oat, almond, and more, plus sugar-free vanilla and hazelnut syrups.
Bakery
Are the pastries baked in-house?
Yes — everything in the pastry case is laminated, baked, or fried in-house, with new daily specials every day.
Do you have donuts?
Yes — weekend brioche donuts: honey dipped, baker's choice, and donut holes.
Can I order pastries to go?
Yes. Boxes of 6 or 12 pastries are on the menu, and special orders are available by order form.