Our Story
The Story Behind Be Free Ice Cream
How a Navy SEAL turned a Virginia Beach café into a veteran-founded craft ice cream brand that gives back with every pint.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Craft Ice Cream
A Craft Ice Cream Alternative to the Big Brands
Searching for a craft alternative to Ben & Jerry's, Häagen-Dazs, Jeni's, or Talenti? Here's what sets Be Free's veteran-founded pints apart.
June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Virginia Beach
Craft Ice Cream in Virginia Beach: Inside the Be Free Café
Craft ice cream, a full coffee bar, and fresh-baked goods at the Be Free Café in Virginia Beach — hours, location, vegan options, and what to order.
June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Virginia Beach
The Coffee Bar at Be Free Café
A full craft coffee bar in Virginia Beach: lattes, cold brew, barista craft lattes, and 1883 cane sugar syrups — all alongside small-batch ice cream.
June 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Virginia Beach
Fresh-Baked Goods at the Be Free Café
Croissants, cinnamon buns, weekend donuts, and daily specials — all baked fresh in-house at the Be Free Café in Virginia Beach.
June 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Virginia Beach
Vegan, Non-Dairy & Gluten-Free Ice Cream at Be Free
Looking for vegan, non-dairy, or gluten-free ice cream in Virginia Beach? Here's how to order at the Be Free Café, including rotating sorbet and GF scoops.
June 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Our Story
The Mission Behind Every Scoop: The Kyle Milliken Foundation
Be Free is veteran-founded and gives back with every sale. Meet the Kyle Milliken Memorial Foundation and the Gold Star families it supports.
June 3, 2026 · 3 min read