Freehold

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Freehold is a hospitality brand that operates bar, café, and event spaces combining coffee, casual dining, and nightlife under one roof.

Brooklyn, New York, United States
freeholdhospitality.com

About Freehold

Freehold is a multi-concept hospitality brand known for its “coffee to cocktails” model, operating large, hotel-lobby-style spaces that function as cafés, bars, casual restaurants, workspaces, and event venues. The company launched with its flagship Freehold Brooklyn location in Williamsburg, a sizable indoor–outdoor venue featuring a coffee shop, multiple bars, food service, and a courtyard, and has since expanded to additional venues such as Freehold Miami in the Wynwood Arts District. These spaces are designed to feel like boutique hotel lobbies, even though there are no guest rooms, and are popular both as daytime work/café environments and as lively nightlife destinations with music and programming. ([freeholdhospitality.com](https://www.freeholdhospitality.com/about))

A charge labeled something like “SQ *FREEHOLD FREEHOLD” on your card statement likely reflects a purchase at a Freehold venue, such as drinks at the bar, food, coffee, event cover charges, or possibly a private event deposit or tab settled through a Square point-of-sale system. Smaller test or partial amounts may also appear as authorizations when you open a tab or when the venue verifies a payment card before finalizing the bill. If you visited a Freehold location (for example, in Brooklyn or Miami) around the date of the charge—even just for coffee or a quick drink—that purchase is probably what you’re seeing on your statement.

If you’re unsure about the charge, start by checking any email receipts from the date in question; Freehold venues often send digital receipts when you pay by card. You can also review your calendar or messages to confirm whether you attended an event, party, or night out at one of their locations on that date. To resolve disputes or ask about a specific transaction, reach out directly to the Freehold venue you visited using the contact details on the Freehold Hospitality website, and provide the exact charge date and amount so staff can look up the bill. If you still don’t recognize the charge after confirming with the venue, contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the transaction and request a card replacement in case of potential fraud.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Freehold.

  1. PURCH RTN SQ *FREEHOLD FREEHOLD

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my statement say “SQ *FREEHOLD FREEHOLD” instead of just Freehold?

The “SQ *” prefix indicates that the transaction was processed via Square, a common point-of-sale system. The portion after that—“FREEHOLD”—is the merchant name. Sometimes the city or location text can repeat the name, which is why you may see “FREEHOLD FREEHOLD” on your statement.

What kinds of purchases typically result in a charge from Freehold?

Common Freehold charges include bar tabs, cocktails, coffee and café items, food orders, and sometimes event-related costs such as tickets, table reservations, or private event deposits. If you opened a tab, the final total (including tax and tip) is usually captured as a single completed charge.

Can Freehold place temporary holds or small test charges on my card?

Yes. Like many bars and hospitality venues, Freehold or its payment processor may place a temporary authorization hold when you open a tab or when they verify your card. This can appear as a round amount or smaller value and typically drops off within a few days once the final charge posts.

How do I get a copy of my receipt for a Freehold transaction?

If you entered an email or phone number at checkout, look for a digital receipt from the date of your visit. If you didn’t receive one, contact the specific Freehold location (for example, Brooklyn or Miami) via the contact information on freeholdhospitality.com and provide the date, approximate time, and amount so they can attempt to locate your check.

How can I dispute a Freehold charge I don’t recognize?

First, verify whether you or anyone with access to your card visited a Freehold venue around the date of the charge. If no one recognizes it, contact the venue with the transaction details to see if they can identify the bill. If it still appears unauthorized, immediately contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the charge and request a new card.

Does Freehold offer reservations or event bookings that might show up as separate charges?

Yes. Freehold often hosts private events and parties, and deposits or prepayments for those events can appear as distinct charges on your statement. Check any event contracts or email confirmations you received; deposits and final balances may be billed on different dates.

Will gratuity be included automatically on my Freehold bill?

For standard bar and café visits, gratuity is usually added by the guest at the time of payment. However, for large parties or private events, an automatic service charge or gratuity may be included. Review your receipt or event agreement to see whether service charges were already added before adding additional tip.

How can I contact Freehold about a billing or charge question?

Visit freeholdhospitality.com to find contact information for specific locations, then email or call the venue where you believe the transaction occurred. Provide your name, the last four digits of your card, and the charge date and amount so staff can research the transaction and respond accurately.

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