In the heart of Boston’s Black community, the Torchlight Recovery Café has been creating space for healing, connection, and support. As the first and only Recovery Café in the City of Boston, and the first Black-operated recovery support center in Massachusetts, Torchlight is more than a place — it’s a reflection of the values, resilience, and strength of the community it serves.
Since opening its doors last July, the Café has welcomed members from all walks of life who are seeking recovery, maintaining their wellness, or simply looking for a safe and sober space to belong. It’s a hub for peer support, accountability, and access to meaningful resources — all built on the principles of love, discipline, and service.
Open Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Café provides a consistent space where community, accountability, and healing come together.
What the Cafe Offers
The Café operates on a membership model that gives participants access to a variety of supports and services, including:
- A free daily meal, plus coffee and tea
- Wi-Fi and computer access
- A quiet and welcoming environment to connect or decompress
- Access to trained Recovery Coaches
- Activities and groups designed to help members build recovery capital and strengthen resilience
Membership Requirements
Membership is free, and the expectations are simple:
- Be sober while in the Café
- Attend at least one recovery support circle each week
This model helps foster consistency, accountability, and shared responsibility among members — values that are central to Torchlight’s mission.
Built on a Legacy of Service
Torchlight Recovery has been serving the community for years through peer-based recovery support and re-entry programs. Many of the Café’s members and leaders are also part of the Nation of Islam, an organization with a long history of building self-determination, leadership, and support systems in Black communities. That history is reflected in the structure, care, and commitment you’ll find at the Café.
Join the Community
Whether you’re at the beginning of your recovery journey, maintaining long-term wellness, or just in need of a safe, welcoming space — the Torchlight Recovery Café is here for you.
Recovery Cafe Team
