For 'Friends' fans who have always dreamed of joining the gang for a coffee at Central Perk, you may just get your opportunity this summer because a Central Perk pop-up cafe is coming to Manchester, England. While the friends themselves will not be there, guests will have a chance to lounge around in one of TV's most famous fictional coffee shops.
The Central Perk pop-up cafe is a special event that will take place inside a Manchester Primark on June 12. The pop-up cafe will look just like the Central Perk set from the show, complete with the famous orange couch, and baristas serving up ethically-sourced coffee. Because the cafe is part of a partnership with Warner Bros., guests will also be able to get their hands on memorabilia from the show, branded 'Friends' products, and even treats from a New York-themed menu.
Sitcom-Themed Pop-Up Cafes
A Central Perk Pop-Up Café is Coming to Manchester This Summer
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