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The Couch Cafe

Google rating 4.7 (76 reviews)
Mombasa Old Town
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Ranked in Best Cafes & Bakeries in Mombasa Old Town

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About

If you love Friends, this is your place — the Central Perk theme is spot-on, right down to the quotes on the menu and the iconic orange couch. The biriani is so good you can eat the rice alone, and Enoch provides wonderful service.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Takes reservations

HoursOpen now

Monday12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
TuesdayToday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday2:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Google reviews

4.776 Google reviews
  • Kevin K.Google review · 25 Dec 2025

    It's everything they show on their social media platforms and more! I loved the staff enthusiasm and willingness to help a client. The "Friends" theme will have you hooked, and the food and drinks will leave a pleasant memory in your mouth. Can't wait to go back when I'm in Mombasa.

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  • Eric S.Google review · 2 Dec 2025

    Could I BE any more impressed? The Couch Cafe was an excellent place! The decor is spot-on Central Perk themed, excellent atmosphere and delicious food. Enoch provided wonderful service. Five stars! You'll definitely want to hang out here!

  • Diana C.Google review · 14 Jul 2025

    The biriani was one to die for 🥰🤭....it was very delicious 😋.....I'm talking of food where you can eat the biriani rice without the rojo and it will still slap. The staff were very friendly What i loved was the restaurant theme on F.R.I.E.N.D.S ....found that even on the menu 😉

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  • Lady F.Google review · 18 May 2025

    This might just be the coolest cafe in Mombasa😍 Everything in the cafe just screams FRIENDS, the couches, quotes & the vibes. Loveddddd the menu too it’s giving Central perk, Kenyan Edition 😍 The aesthetic? 100/10 The Food 10/10😋 If you love FRIENDS this is the place to be!!!

  • Carol K.Google review · 20 Mar 2025

    Here for the Friends themed restaurant! I visited the place towards the evening for their Ramadhan offer of a burger, fries, 2 samosas, chicken wings, juice and ice-cream as dessert for kshs. 999 which I found to be a great deal! The reception was very warm and we were served so well by the waiter who kept ensuring we were okay. The food was freshly made and very sweet👌🏾. They usually have games that you can play with friends (at a fee) but on Thursdays it's free. I would definitely visit the place again!

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Location

Nkurumah Rd, Mombasa, Kenya

Mombasa Old Town

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Couch Cafe is open Monday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM; Tuesday to Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM.
The Couch Cafe is located at Nkurumah Rd, Mombasa.
Yes, Google lists The Couch Cafe as taking reservations. Call +254 710 557835 to book.

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