Fans of the iconic sitcom “Friends” are in for a treat as they will soon have the chance to gather for a cup of coffee in the well-known fictional New York cafe made popular by the show.
Warner Bros Discovery Global Experiences has teamed up with Central Perk Coffee C and CenPer Holdings to set up a Central Perk Coffeehouse in Times Square, New York City. The launch is scheduled for the later part of this fall.
The coffeehouse is being designed in collaboration with Tom Colicchio, a celebrated Top Chef winner, and the reputable New York design firm, Glen & Co. The unique concept of the coffeehouse will showcase an assortment of food, coffee, and merchandise, all inspired by the well-loved “Friends” television series.
One of the key highlights of the coffeehouse will be its interior design, which will feature the iconic Orange Sofa room, a homage to the famous couch from the series.
Peter Van Roden, an Executive VP at Warner Bros Discovery Global Experiences, shared, “Friends is a unique show that has the power to unite people across generations. Central Perk has always been at the core of these shared experiences.”
Paul Landino, an executive at CenPer Holdings, expressed his excitement over the expansion. He stated, “Our goal, when we launched the original Central Perk Coffeehouse in Boston, was to eventually bring it to New York City. Opening a branch in Times Square, often referred to as the crossroads of the world, provides a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to turn this vision into reality.”
The Times Square location will also offer exclusive merchandise and the six signature blends from Central Perk Coffee Co. These blends are already available at the Boston location, online, on Amazon, and at select H-E-B grocery stores.
What is the Central Perk Coffeehouse?
It’s a coffeehouse themed on the famous fictional café from the sitcom “Friends”. It will feature food, coffee, and merchandise inspired by the series.
Who is behind the idea of the Central Perk Coffeehouse?
The coffeehouse is a joint venture between Warner Bros Discovery Global Experiences, Central Perk Coffee C, and CenPer Holdings.
Where and when will the Central Perk Coffeehouse open?
The Central Perk Coffeehouse is set to open in Times Square, New York City, in the later part of this fall.
