Central Perk Cafe | Decades Family Restaurant

A Friends-Themed Coffeehouse in Summerdale, AL

Sip, Laugh, and Relax — Just Like on the Show. Central Perk Café brings big-city coffeehouse charm to small-town Summerdale. Inspired by the iconic Friends sitcom, we offer: ✔ Cozy couches and lounge seating to gather with friends. ✔ Fresh-made pastries and desserts. ✔ Signature espresso and flavored lattes. Whether you’re grabbing a morning latte or settling in for laughs with F-R-I-E-N-D-S, this is Summerdale’s go-to spot for comfort and connection — complete with Friends-style fun.

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The Best Coffee Break on the Way to Gulf Shores

Located on Highway 59 in Summerdale, Central Perk Café is the perfect coffee stop for beach-bound travelers heading to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach. 📍 Tourists love our themed seating and Instagram-ready photo spots 📍 Locals love our community vibe and friendly service 📍 Everyone loves the coffee Make us your new ritual on the road to the sand and surf!

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Handcrafted Coffee & Espresso Drinks

Every drink is made to order using premium, barista-crafted espresso. Try one of our customer favorites: The Pivot Pivot — the perfect balancing act of caramel and vanilla. How You Doin' — Suave and sweet just like Joey. Relaxi Taxi — Earl Grey tea meets espresso, lavender, and vanilla

Non-Coffee Favorites

Not a Coffee Person? No Break-Up Required. From the “Big Fat Goalie” hot chocolate to "We Were On A Break" and "Rachel Green" teas, and our iconic “Orange Couch,” everyone gets a seat in our story.

Add Some Fun to Your Sip with a Refresher, Boba Tea, or Smoothie

Build your perfect boba tea, sip on a smoothie, or relax with one of our fruity refreshers for a lift that even Phoebe would sing about.

Treat Yourself, You Deserve It

From rich, fudgy brownies and monster cookies to mini quiches, muffins, and bagels, everything tastes even better with coffee and conversation. Baked fresh to brighten your day.

What our guests are saying

I purchased a caramel and white chocolate latte and it was delicious! It was a great price compared to chain coffee shops, and I would love to come back and try the food when im back in the area. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

Belle

While I am a big fan of FRIENDS, this establishment is perfect even without being a fan of the show. The coffee is amazing and so is the boba! My family had delicious food here (highly recommend the pizza) and it was extremely affordable. They even have lots of home made dessert options including a giant chocolate chunk cookie! The arcade is so much fun also. The service was top tier (you seriously won’t find better people) You have to stop in if you’re in the area, or make Gulf Shores your vacation destination and stop by on your way through! Can’t wait to go back! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

Kayla Thompson

I absolutely love the coffee here❤️❤️❤️!! Stopped by today and tried it for the first time ❤️.. I am now rerouting my morning commute so I can grad some everyday.. wonderful, friendly and great coffee with lots of options.!!! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5

Wanda Black