Macdowell's Beach - Leesburg
Macdowell's Beach
Description
Nestled in the heart of Leesburg, this lively restaurant delights guests with a unique beachy ambiance, complete with sandy outdoor seating and vibrant live music. The food, crafted by a skilled chef, consistently earns high praise, especially the appetizers and well-prepared drinks. Friendly, attentive staff enhance the welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for celebrations and casual hangouts alike. However, some patrons have experienced inconsistent kitchen hours, billing issues, and unprofessional behavior from entrance staff, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these setbacks, many agree it’s a charming and enjoyable destination worth revisiting.
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When I asked to close the tab, I was handed a receipt for $101, which seemed way too high. I requested an itemized receipt and discovered they were charging me for three burgers and two beers at $12 each. That's over $25 in overcharges! The place was almost empty, so there's really no excuse for the poor service or the billing issues. To top it off, this is the first time I've ever chosen not to leave a tip.
John and Matt are the best bartenders. They go above And beyond and are extremely friendly. Also Gabe is an awesome server!
I love this place. A tiki/beach bar in Leesburg? Amazing! Usually great live music and all the folks that work there are so nice. Only reason I give it 4 instead of 5 stars is their hours are a little wonky and it's hard to find info online--it's clearly a family-run business so, for example, their online hours say 12pm to 10 pm for Saturdays, but last Saturday we tried to go by at 2:30 and it wasn't open--still wasn't open around 3:30 pm. It would be nice if they would post something or mention why they aren't open! Or change hours on the website.
Great food, fun outdoor setting that you don't expect in Loudoun County and especially not downtown Leesburg. Great live music!
My friend and I came here last week and were the first ones there. They greeted us so nicely and were very welcoming. We ordered our drinks, which were perfect, and sat on some comfy chairs with our feet in the sand. Apps came shortly after and they wereDELICIOUS! Especially the fries! 100% recommend and will be coming back!!!
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