FRIENDS on Walnut Street…
a destination to
♥ bring friends, find friends, make friends ♥
Located in the downtown district, our location is an experience in and of itself. 632 Walnut Street is an iconic landmark in history-rich Columbus, Texas with a storied past. From its beginnings in 1851 as the site of the first educational institution in town - Columbus Female Seminary - to the residence of Shaw’s Bend founders the Shaw Family, to longtime home of the Schindler Family’s Kathleen’s Decorative Florist & Events, to birthplace of Living Texas Real Estate,
TODAY IT IS A CHARMING AND CHARACTER-FILLED CAFE & BOUTIQUE.
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Upon arrival at FRIENDS on Walnut Street, you’ll feel as if you’ve come home.

































a friendly place...
FRIENDS on Walnut Street offers an inviting atmosphere and exceptional coffees, teas, specialty drinks and homemade treats to provide a cozy place to meet, collaborate, and unwind. Whether you are a local or are passing through our welcoming community, you’ll find yourself at home with FRIENDS.

a homey place...
In our boutique at FRIENDS on Walnut Street our goal is to select inventory that is ethically and locally sourced. If you are looking for home goods, lifestyle and gift items that will warm your home and your soul, you’ve found them with FRIENDS.