Central Perk

Port Said


They'll be there for you. Yep. Right down to the sofas and exposed brick walls, it's a copy of that cafe. Owned by a couple of serious Friends fans, Central Perk has quickly become the top hangout in town. The menu is international with sandwiches, salads, pasta, pizza and meaty mains, plus cakes and desserts to tempt you as well.

This is also your best coffee option in Port Said.

To get here, take the ferry to Port Fuad and head straight down Sharia Al Gomhuriyya.


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