Depending on the cafe's popularity, reservations may be a requirement. In most cases, this can be done online. Even if a cafe welcomes walk-ins, it's wise to reserve a time slot to avoid being turned away
Cat cafes are springing up all over the United States, and if you're in a bigger metropolitan area, there's a good chance a kitty cafe is just around the corner. Get creative with Sunday brunch and schedule a 2-hour session at your local cat cafe to see what all the fuss is about.
Psychologically, cats help curb depression and anxiety. They banish loneliness and set our minds at ease with their hypnotic purrs.
While most people appreciate the benefits (and undeniable cuteness) that cat cafes provide, there are some people who oppose them, calling them out as inhumane exploitation of animals.
Located in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, Koneko was the Big Apple’s very first cat cafe. Drawing inspiration from Japan’s first cat cafes, Koneko serves traditional Japanese eats with sake (or beer or wine, if you prefer). Savor your refreshments in the company of 20+ mood-boosting felines.
If you find yourself in the Windy City, make a reservation at the Tree House Humane Society. This socially conscious shelter is the premier place to get your feline fix.
With two locations in Washington state, NEKO professes to be “more than just a cat cafe.” These folks are dedicated to finding fur-ever homes for every cat on the streets. Partnering with Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) and Whatcom Humane, NEKO aims to rescue as many cats as possible.
Get your “purr therapy” on at the original Cat Cafe in Southern California. They’ve been pouring award-winning coffee in the company of cats since 2015. Go on an empty stomach and enjoy a local pastry from Bread and Cie, a sweet treat from The Cravory, or a scrummy sandwich from Sunshine & Orange.
When Hadyn Hilton opened Java Cats Cafe in 2017, she purposely chose a family-friendly location. She envisioned a place where children and families could gather to enjoy wholesome activities – all in the company of cats.
The cafe’s thoughtfully designed kitty playground provides areas for the cats to play, snuggle, or nap, and visitors can help themselves to books or a cat cafe game.