In 1998, Taiwan introduced the world’s first cat cafe, sparking a global trend in feline-friendly coffee venues. Want to check out some cat cafes on your travels within the USA? The coolest spots have:
- Perks for human patrons
- Safe animal amenities and adoption policies
- Easy access to a major city
While we aimed to feature a cat cafe from every state, some locations lacked options, while others had tons to explore. Happy travels!
Arizona
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El Jefe Cat Café
3025 North Campbell Avenue, Suite 141 & 151, Tucson
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday (later on Friday and Saturday). Reservations recommended.
Partners with Finally My Forever Home Rescue
El Jefe Cat Café is a feline haven, hosting up to 40 adoptable cats and kittens across three spacious floors. Visitors can attend events with furry friends, like Cat Bingo, Cat Trivia and Yoga with Cats.
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Kitty Pause Kitty Cafe
La Gattara Cat Cafe
Arkansas
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Gibson’s Cat Cafe
3820 Dave Ward Drive, Suite 1700, Conway
Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. Walk-in only.
Partners with Maumelle Animal Services
Gibson’s Cat Cafe features fun feline-centered events like Kitty Yoga, Kitty Cinema, Kitty Bingo and Trivia Nights. You can even host your (cat-themed) birthday party there!
California
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The Cat Café
302 Island Avenue, San Diego
Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with The Rescue House
The Cat Café serves fresh coffee and pastries from local San Diego–based businesses. They’re focused on cat welfare and allow a maximum of 10 customers to interact with cats to ensure their health and happiness.
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KitTea Cat Lounge & Cafe
1266 Valencia Street, San Francisco
Open 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with The Cat People, Bengal Rescue, Hopalong Animal Rescue, Buster’s Fund and Friends of SF Animal Care and Control.
KitTea Cat Lounge & Cafe has a shoe-off policy to ensure cat hygiene, so bring cozy socks or buy cat-themed ones from the gift shop. While they don’t have a full-service cafe, visitors get a complimentary cold beverage during their stay.
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Cat & Craft
1266 Valencia Street, San Francisco
Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with The Cat People, Bengal Rescue, Hopalong Animal Rescue, Buster’s Fund and Friends of SF Animal Care and Control.
Established in 2019, Cat and Craft is San Diego’s only North County cat cafe. They aim to delight visitors with a handcrafted menu filled with seasonal twists while folks interact with adoptable cats.
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Crumbs & Whiskers
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Colorado
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Denver Cat Company
3929 Tennyson Street, Denver
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Denver Cat Rescue
Denver Cat Company is one of the oldest cat cafes in the United States. This cozy space is a welcoming lounge for humans and a playful jungle gym for cats. Want to see the cats when they’re most active? Visit between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
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NoCo Cat Cafe
121 East 5th Street, Loveland
Open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Call for reservations.
Partners with Colorado Kitty Coalition
NoCo Cat Cafe offers a limited coffee, tea and baked goods menu. Monthly memberships and discounts for seniors, veterans and students make this a relaxing and affordable kitty haven.
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Cottonwood Farms
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Connecticut
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Mew Haven Cat Cafe
904 Whalley Avenue, New Haven
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily except Wednesday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Halfway Home Rescue Inc.
Founded in 2018, Mew Haven Cat Cafe recently reached over 800 adoptions! Cat lovers of all ages are welcome, with discount tickets for children, students, teachers and seniors. Stop by for monthly events such as Yoga with Cats, Painting with Cats, and Crocheting with Cats.
Florida
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Orlando Cat Cafe
532 Cagan Park Avenue, Suite 201-203, Clermont
Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with SPCA Florida
Planning your next trip to Disney? Stop at the Orlando Cat Cafe and enjoy delights like cat-themed lattes, macaroons, paninis and more. Younger cat lovers are welcome with events such as a weekly children’s hour.
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Tally Cat Cafe
2218 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee
Open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Leon County Humane Society
Since opening, Tally Cat Café has helped over 1,500 homeless cats find families. See the adoptable kitties and enjoy coffee, tea, boba, beer or wine.
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Georgia
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Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar
404 W. Broughton Street, Savannah
Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with The Humane Society for Greater Savannah
In Savannah, Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar has facilitated 1,325 cat adoptions, championing cat advocacy and rescue. The cafe collaborates with a local bakery to bring in fresh pastries daily.
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Hawaii
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Hawai’i Cat Cafe
415 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Hawaiian Humane Society
Hawai’i Cat Cafe typically hosts 25 to 35 cats and has found homes for nearly 3,000 furry friends. Their adoptable cats are all spayed or neutered, microchipped and treated for parasites before heading to their forever homes.
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Popoki + Tea
3424 Wai’alae Avenue, Honolulu
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Lucky Paws Animal Foundation
Opened just before the initial pandemic lockdown, Popoki + Tea thrived thanks to a supportive community. Relax with adoptable cats and savor handcrafted milk tea or iced tea. Enjoy cat-themed coffee from their neighbors at The Curb Kaimuki.
Illinois
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Tree House Humane Society Cat Cafe
7225 N. Western Avenue, Chicago
Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Reservations required.
Partners with Tree House Humane Society
Your 30-minute spot at Tree House Humane Society Cat Cafe includes a complimentary drink. The cafe specializes in adoptions for FeLV+ (feline leukemia positive) cats, unique among shelters in the United States.
Indiana
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Black Forest Cat Café
4716 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne
Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control
Run by a mother-daughter duo, Black Forest Cat Café has found 380 cats forever homes. They offer delicious in-house baked pastries and locally roasted coffee while caring for their feline residents.
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Nine Lives Cat Cafe
River City Cat Café
Iowa
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Coffee Cats
312 5th Street, West Des Moines
Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Animal Rescue League of Iowa
Since opening in 2020, Coffee Cats has placed over 1,100 cats in happy homes. The cafe also employs individuals with disabilities and is reputed to serve the best coffee in town.
Kansas
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Espurresso Cat Cafe
1014 Massachusetts Street, Lawrence
Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday (kid-friendly hours 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.). Reservations recommended.
Partners with Lawrence Humane Society
Espurresso Cat Cafe works to find homes for cats of all ages. Guests can interact with adoptable cats in the Purrlor. Watch the kitties play while enjoying a treat from the full coffee bar and pastry menu (with vegan options).
Kentucky
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Purrfect Day Cafe
Two locations: 1741 Bardstown Road, Louisville, and 25 West 8th Street, Covington
The Covington location is open11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday. The Lexington location is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Kentucky Humane Society
Founded in 2018, Purrfect Day Cafe has two locations in Kentucky. In addition to having found homes for over 10,000 cats since they opened (a record among cat cafe organizations) the cafe has also donated $125,000 to shelters—a worthy place to grab a cup of coffee if we’ve ever heard of one!
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Lucky Cat Cafe
2230 Dundee Road, Louisville
Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Shamrock Foundation, Humane Society of Oldham County, CatHeads Kitty Rescue and Little Orphans Kitten Rescue
Lucky Cat Cafe is in a charming 100-year-old house with a 12-foot cat mural outside. They specialize in helping adult, senior and special needs cats who require the most help finding a home.
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Maine
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Meow Lounge
630 Main Street, Westbrook
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, Friends of Feral Felines and The Pixel Fund
Meow Lounge is designed like a community room with games, puzzles and a library area. The lounge has a selection of pre-packed snacks and soda; guests can bring treats and non-alcoholic drinks.
Michigan
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Catfé Lounge
686 Livernois, Ferndale
Open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Catfé Lounge is owned and operated by the Ferndale Cat Shelter, where they care for 150 cats, mostly in foster homes. This no-kill cat rescue also supports trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs and maintains a pet food pantry for local families in need.
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Happy Cat Cafe
447 Division Avenue S, Grand Rapids
Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Wednesday, Friday through Sunday; 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday. Reservations required.
Partners with Fig and Friends Pet Rescue
Happy Cat Cafe requires reservations to spend up to three hours with their adoptable cats. Visitors enjoy hanging with Ray, the cafe’s non-adoptable blind cat, who’s a beloved part of the cat lounge.
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Minnesota
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The Cafe Meow
Two locations: 1718A Lexington Avenue North, Roseville, and 3524 Winnetka Avenue North, New Hope
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Kitty Revolution, Twin Cities Pet Rescue, No Kitten Left Behind and Here to the Rescue TNR
With two locations in Minnesota, The Cafe Meow can foster up to 50 rescue cats at a time. Each cafe hosts fun monthly events such as Paint Your Cat on Canvas and Yoga with Cats.
Mississippi
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The Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe
218 South Gloster Street, Tupelo
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Walk-ins welcome.
Partners with Amory Humane Society and Peace Love and Wet Noses
The Twisted Whisker Cat Cafe offers a relaxed atmosphere where visitors can hang out all day enjoying the company of cats, along with free WiFi and an on-site library. Check out their social media for lots of wacky cat videos, too.
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Missouri
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Whiskers Cat Cafe and Coffeehouse
3705 Southwest Trafficway, Kansas City
Open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Sunday; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with KC Pet Project
At Whiskers Cat Cafe and Coffeehouse, every visit, adoption and cup of coffee supports furry friends. The cafe creates a relaxed, friendly space for feline-human interactions, and cats enjoy a daily afternoon nap and visitor-free break.
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Nebraska
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Felius Cat Cafe & Rescue
522 S. 24th Street, Omaha
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Reservations recommended.
As the name implies, Felius Cat Cafe & Rescue operates as both a rescue organization and a great place to grab a cup of coffee. As Nebraska’s only nonprofit cat cafe, it offers a relaxing, open-concept space to help educate community members on the importance of responsible pet ownership and trap-neuter-return (TNR).
Nevada
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Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe
4155 North Rancho Drive, Suite 150, Las Vegas
Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with PALNV
Rescued Treasures Cat Cafe works to find homes for domestic cats and kittens living on the streets. Guests can cuddle with adoptable cats for one-hour sessions while enjoying free WiFi, snacks and beverages, and a gift shop.
New Hampshire
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The Tipsy Tabby
90 Main Street, Newmarket
Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Cat Tales Rescue
The Tipsy Tabby is located in a historical building that’s been completely renovated. Their cafe serves local products, including boba pearls made in-house, coffee roasted in-state, and tea blended in-state.
New Jersey
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Catsbury Park
901 3rd Avenue, Asbury Park
Open 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Friday; 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Catsbury Park, a rescue organization, recently opened a new location with cat cafe attached. Its two rooms, including an inviting adoption center where furry friends roam free, host events like cat-themed yoga, bingo, trivia and other craft-focused activities.
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New Mexico
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Catopia Cat Café
8001 Wyoming Boulevard, NE, Suite C-5, Albuquerque
Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Albuquerque Animal Welfare and Bernalillo County Animal Care Center
Catopia Cat Café features everything a cat could want—high perches, cozy spots for naps and plenty of toys. Humans can enjoy comfy chairs, books, games, free WiFi, charging outlets and other amenities.
New York
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Koneko Cat Cafe
26 Clinton Street, New York City
Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Anjellicle Cats Rescue and RescueNYC
Inspired by Japanese cat cafes, Koneko Cat Cafe opened in 2016 and pioneered the concept in the U.S. The cafe offers an artisanal Japanese-influenced menu, house-made desserts, and beer, wine and sake. They work with local shelters to find loving homes for New York City’s “at risk” cats.
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Meow Parlour
46 Hester Street, New York City
Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Meow Parlour Cats
Meow Parlour offers drinks and “catified” baked goods that their sister company Macaron Parlour provides. If you have little ones, look for the special visitation slots for kids under nine.
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North Carolina
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Mac Tabby
Two locations: 3204 N. Davidson Street, Charlotte, and 25 Market Street SW, Concord
Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Princeton’s Meow
Mac Tabby has two locations, each in the heart of a historic district, and is home to up to 12 adoptable cats. The cafes have something for everyone, including a full coffee bar, beer, wine, smoothies and even guitars to play.
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Daily Mews
3748 Monroe Road, Charlotte
Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday and Friday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Cat Smart Coalition
Daily Mews Cat Cafe offers a boutique filled with carefully curated cat-themed treasures. Their luxurious feline boarding facilities feature multi-tiered units stretching from the floor to the ceiling.
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Ohio
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affoGATO Cat Cafe
761 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland
Open 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Friday; 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday; 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Cleveland Animal Protective League
affoGATO Cat Cafe focuses on hosting “less adoptable” feline friends, such as seniors or cats with ongoing medical issues. Their business is also proudly LGBTQ+ and Puerto Rican–owned.
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Gem City Catfe
1513 E. 5th Street, Dayton
Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Gem City Kitties
Gem City Catfe serves wine and cocktails and offers a full espresso bar with bakery items. Their nonprofit also runs a low-cost veterinary clinic for low-income families to help keep pets in their homes.
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Oklahoma
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Don’t Stress Meowt
1900 Linwood Blvd., Suite 300, Oklahoma City
Open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Reservations required.
Partners with Safe Haven Animal Rescue
Guests don’t need reservations to visit the full-service coffee shop at Don’t Stress Meowt, complete with free WiFi, cat board games and gallery wall art made by local artists. One dollar from every visit to the cat lounge is donated.
Pennsylvania
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Purrista Cat Cafe
30 W. 8th Street, Erie
Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Because You Care Animal Shelter
Purrista Cat Cafe serves locally baked goods and coffee from women-owned businesses. The cafe also hosts fun feline-themed events like Cat Yoga and Paint and Pet Nights.
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MeWow Cafe
3617 Old Easton Road, Doylestown
Open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Kitty Junction, Hart2Heart Animal Rescue and A Bigger Purpose Kitten Rescue
MeWow Cafe has a motto—”Come happy, leave happier.” According to owner Eilene Kramer, opening this cat cafe brought unexpected joy to the community. (We mean, look at those kittens. How could it not?)
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Rhode Island
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Bajah’s Cat Cafe
137 Main Road, Tiverton
Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday through Saturday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday. Reservations required.
Partners with Bajah’s Rescue
Bajah’s Cat Cafe is home to 10-15 adoptable cats at a given time. Visitors can participate in monthly events with feline friends, like paint nights, meditation sessions, game nights and book clubs.
South Carolina
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Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar
283 Meeting Street, Charleston
Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Charleston Animal Society
As the first cat cafe in the Southeast, Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar has found homes for over 3,500 cats. The amount of seating is based on the number of adoptable cats, so be sure to book your visit in advance!
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South Dakota
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The Cattitude Cat Cafe
225 East 11th Street, Suite 100, Sioux Falls
Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday; 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society
The Cattitude Cat Cafe serves a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, including wine and a mango-peach beer called Catalicious. Stop in for a meal and visit their resident chocolate-brown kitty, Darla.
Tennessee
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Naughty Cat Cafe
3742 Tennessee Avenue, Suite 100, Chattanooga
Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Humane Educational Society, Pet Placement Center and SCRATCH
With over 2,000 square feet of space, Naughty Cat Cafe hosts more than 40 adoptable cats. These cute cats enjoy lounges filled with posh furniture, global art and jazz music. Only a few humans can visit each hour to keep the best environment for the cats.
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The Catio Cat Cafe and Lounge
2416 Music Valley Drive, Suite 114, Nashville
Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Nashville Cat Rescue
The Catio offers various events like game nights, dinners, craft classes, yoga and movie nights. They’ve found homes for nearly 3,800 cats since moving to their present location.
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Texas
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El Gato Coffeehouse Cat Cafe
508 Pecore Street, Suite A, Houston
Open 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with El Gato Charities
El Gato Coffeehouse Cat Cafe is a cat cafe and local rescue organization. They offer a cozy space to interact with adoptable cats, giving visitors stress-relieving, therapeutic benefits.
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Virginia
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Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe and Wine Bar
109 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria
Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday and Monday; 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Fancy Cats and Dogs Rescue Team
Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe hosts events such as Jeopurrdy, Cat Yoga, Meditation, Tarot and Cat Night, and more. Their separate cafe offers coffee, cookies, gourmet grilled cheese, wine and beer. Be sure to check out Weasley (the resident cat, seen in the photo above) in his colonial attire!
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Catnip Cat Cafe
1611-B Colley Avenue, Norfolk
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Billy the Kidden Rescue and Feral Affairs Network
While Catnip Cat Cafe focuses on adult and senior cat adoptions, they also host Kittenpalooza events. Since June 2017, they’ve found homes for over 1,500 cats.
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Washington
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Neko Cat Cafe
Two locations: 519 E. Pine Street, Seattle, and 1130 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham
The Seattle location is open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. The Bellingham location is open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Regional Animal Services of King County
Neko Cat Cafe is a chill space for local rescue cats and humans to relax and enjoy each other’s company. Come in to grab a beer, watch the floofy friends in the windows or experience a full cat room session.
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Wisconsin
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Sip & Purr Cat Cafe
2021 E. Ivanhoe Place, Milwaukee
Open 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday; 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Lakeland Animal Shelter
Sip & Purr Cat Cafe is the only cat cafe in America that routinely accepts international at-risk cats into their adoption program. They’ve rescued cats from Egypt, Kuwait, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria, Qatar, Honduras, Oman and French Polynesia.
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Wyoming
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Catz N Coffee Connections
615 W. 20th Street, Cheyenne
Open 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday and Monday. Reservations recommended.
Partners with Cheyenne Animal Shelter, St. Francis Animal Shelter and Laramie Peak Humane Society
With a self-serve cafe, Catz N Coffee Connections offers a relaxing place to get some cat therapy while enjoying coffee, tea and snacks. They host weekend events such as Meow-ingo, Paint with Pets and Knitting Class.
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