Central Perk Coffee Co.

Central Perk Coffeehouse is a Back Bay café that bills itself as the world’s first modern reimagining of the coffeehouse from the TV sitcom Friends. Fans can sit on the show’s famous orange couch in a dedicated sofa room, alongside plenty of other seating. The menu covers coffee drinks and food, plus cocktails and Boston-specific specials designed for this location.

Billed as “The One in Boston,” the café plays on the show’s episode titles and leans into its role as a piece of television history. Friends ran on NBC from 1994 to 2004, and the Central Perk set became one of its most recognizable locations. Outside, the café has two outdoor patios and a streetside parklet, giving guests a choice of open-air seating along with the indoor rooms.

What to Know

• The café runs an online shop that ships within the US.
• The signature drink is the house Central Perk Espresso Martini.
• It is a Meet Boston partner and is listed in the city’s visitor directory.