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Top 8 Meowrrific Cat Cafes in Ontario for Purrs and Cuddles!
Cats are super popular on the internet, but they’ve been number 1 in our hearts for a long time.
I’m sure that’s true for many Canadians because cats are adorable, to say the least, no matter how many times they scratch the sofa and how many zoomies they do in the middle of the night.
However, not all can have cats as companions because some are allergic or don’t live in pet-friendly apartments. The good news is Ontario is home to cat cafes you can visit for heartwarming experiences with these curious felines.
We’re purrfectly equipped to make a list of the best cat cafes in Ontario because we’re cat lovers, just like you! If you want feline companionship or want to be surrounded by these beautiful creatures, visit these hooman-friendly places where cats are the stars!
My Kitty Cafe
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Location: 117 Wyndham St N, Guelph
Contact: (226) 979-5775, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Sunday – Thursday: 9 am = 6 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 9 am – 8 pm
- Statutory Holidays: Closed
Price: $
It’s time to take a trip to Guelph and enjoy being in the presence of cats of different breeds! My Kitty Cat Cafe, a popular cat cafe in Ontario, is a must-visit for all cat lovers!
Since 2016, they’ve partnered with the Purrfect Companions of Norfolk Cat Rescue to help cats find their fur-ever homes. They provide a safe and happy place for adoptable cats to give them a chance at finding their fur-ever families.
At this cat cafe, you can enjoy affordable drinks, as well as a small selection of desserts (which you can also order for delivery via Skip The Dishes). And of course, you can enjoy petting the cats here after you finish your drinks.
All of the cats have been spayed or neutered, vaccinated, treated for fleas, microchipped, and are up for adoption (you might find your fur baby here!). It’s affordable too—you can book a cat lounge session for only $10 per person!
Pro Tips:
Don’t forget to wear socks, which are required when you enter the cat lounge.
When booking your cat cafe session, make sure you don’t bring kids under 14 years old on weekends. If you book them a visit to the cat lounge, you won’t get refunds and rescheduling is not allowed.
Lazy Cat Cafe
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Location: 360 Queen St W, Toronto
Contact: (437) 961-9495, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 11 am – 9:30 pm
- Friday – Sunday: 11 am – 11 pm
Price: $$
Lazy Cat Cafe will surely be a fun place for all fur parents. This downtown Toronto spot provides an interactive cat experience for a starting price of $29.99 for an hour and a half.
This Toronto cat cafe rescues and rehomes cats (they’ve saved 147 kitties!). They have adoptable cats available, which you can also see on their website.
Aside from offering desserts, food, and drinks, this spot also acts as a cozy and safe transition space for the cats before they go to their forever homes.
You can lounge in the cafe and read while being surrounded by these adorable felines and maybe you can meet your new kitty!
Pro Tips:
If there’s a cat you want to adopt at the cafe, you must book a reservation if you want to see them again.
There’s limited space in the cat cafe. So, don’t arrive more than 15 minutes early because they don’t have space to accommodate you until your reservation time.
Alley Cat Cafe
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Location: 1 Market Pl, Stratford
Contact: (519) 305-3344, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Friday: 11 am – 5 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
Price: $
If you’re ready to let cats climb all the way to your heart, Alley Cat Cafe is the perfect place to go. You can book an hour of visit at their kitty lounge, where you can meet their adorable felines for some cuddles and playtime (up to 10 cats are inside the lounge!).
This Stratford cat cafe provides a cozy space for guests and kitties to relax. Their human menu is composed of breakfast meals and drinks, so your tummy is good to go before entering the kitty lounge for paw-some time!
They rescue and foster cats who are waiting to find their forever families (and these kitties are ready for adoption). Their foster kitties come from several organizations, such as Purrfect Haven, Arthur Animal Rescue, and Hearts4Paws.
Pro Tips:
If you love cats but are allergic or cannot adopt one just yet, you can support the cat cafe by donating. Monetary donations are used to offset cat food and litter, which we know can be very expensive!
Reservations are highly recommended since they have limited space. But if you forget to book one, you can try visiting to see if they still have space available (they sometimes accept walk-ins if the space allows).
Toe Beans Cat Cafe
Pro Tips: If you love cats but are allergic or cannot adopt one just yet, you can support the cat cafe by donating. Monetary donations are used to offset cat food and litter, which we know can be very expensive! Reservations are highly recommended since they have limited space. But if you forget to book one, you can try visiting to see if they still have space available (they sometimes accept walk-ins if the space allows).Media credit: toebeanscafe
Location: 119 Peter St, Port Hope
Contact: (905) 800-1050, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 10 am – 4 pm
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday – Thursday: 10 am – 4 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Price: $
If you want 55 minutes of kitty time, go to Toe Beans Cat Cafe. This place partners with different local animal rescues to help provide a safe space for adoptable cats waiting to meet their fur-ever families.
You can meet their adorable and adoptable felines at the cafe (but you can also see their profiles on the website). All kitties are spayed or neutered, vaccinated, treated for fleas and ticks, and have been checked by the vet!
You can drop by and eat first before meeting the cats! Their menu includes sandwiches, brownies, cookies, coffee, and tea (they have a mystery coffee for a surprise flavour!). You can also check some cool merchandise for yourself or your kitty.
Pro Tip:
If there’s a specific cat you want to adopt and they’re not in the cafe, you need to visit them at an off-site location. Not all kitties are in the cat cafe, so you need to book an off-site reservation.
Vintage Cat Cafe
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Location: 1274 St Clair Ave W
Contact: [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 8 am – 8 pm
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday – Friday: 8 am – 8 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 9 am – 8 pm
Price: $$
Vintage Cat Cafe brings vintage vibes and cute felines to Toronto! This place has a cozy and welcoming environment that will surely allow you to enjoy the unique cat experience!
Try a variety of homemade food, from delectable baked goodies to hearty sandwiches (they have baklava here!). Then, pair it up with a hot cup of coffee before meeting the furry animals!
The cats stay in a separate room so you can enjoy your meal and drink while the cats wait for you to visit them. You can meet different breeds of cats who are so cute, they will make you smile from ear to ear!
Pro Tip:
This vintage cat cafe focuses on providing a safe and cozy space for cat lovers who want a unique experience. So, you cannot adopt cats from here. If you do want to adopt, check out your nearest pet rescues or the other cat cafes on our list!
Yay For Strays Cat Cafe
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Location: 1326 Ottawa St, Windsor
Contact: (226) 674-1125, [email protected]
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 11 am – 6 am
- Thursday – Friday: 11 am – 7 pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm
Price: $
Yay For Strays Cat Cafe is the first of its kind in Windsor Essex County. They’ve partnered up with the Windsor Essex County Humane Society to provide a safe place for cats to roam around (free from cages!) while waiting for their fur-ever homes.
They’re not your typical cat cafe. Aside from food and drinks, you can also check out the merchandise they sell, such as jewellery, clothing, home decor, books, and even bedding!
Their cat lounge is full of cats with different personalities, and you’ll surely find one who will tug at your heartstrings if you want to adopt.
They’re affordably priced as well, starting at $7 for a 30-minute visit. Watch out for adoption events when the cat cafe is filled with lots of adoptable felines from the humane society!
Pro Tips:
Make sure you wear socks before dropping by. Shoes are not allowed in the cat lounge and you must wear socks inside to keep the place clean.
They provide free birthday visits as long as you bring your ID (make sure you have an ID with your birthday written on it). Note that this is available on your birth date only.
Niagara Falls Cat Cafe
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Location: 4529 Queen St, Niagara Falls
Contact: (905) 356-2833
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
Price: $
Niagara Falls Cat Cafe is for all the kitty lovers in Ontario. It’s the first and only interactive cat cafe in the Niagara region, providing unique and fun experiences for its visitors.
Situated in the heart of downtown Niagara Falls, this adorable feline cafe is open for people to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee and leisurely meals, like pancakes, waffles, and sandwiches.
It’s also the kind of place that allows you to have a relaxing time with beautiful felines waiting to find their families. The cat room is filled with different personalities, from mellow to cheeky kitties!
And yes, you can meet your future feline companion here, as all cats are available for adoption (unless stated otherwise). The place is also convenient for people with mobility issues since the venue was designed for accessibility.
Pro Tips:
If you cannot visit due to allergies or other circumstances but want to help, they accept donations that are used towards the care of the kitties.
If you want a unique party idea, you can rent the cat cafe! You and your guests will have access to the cat room and can utilize the custom menu planning for dietary restrictions!
The Sault’s Cat-urday Cafe
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Location: Thyne’s Family Bakery, 177 Gore St, Sault Ste. Marie
Contact: (705) 575-4475
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday – Saturday: 10:30 am – 6 pm
- Sunday: 11:30 am – 2 pm
Price: $
The City of Sault Ste. Marie has a hidden gem for cat lovers. The Sault’s Cat-urday Cafe, located in Thyne’s Family Bakery and the first of its kind in the city, is a very affordable place to have a unique cat and coffee experience.
For an hour of cat visit, the place charges an affordable $5 per person (and kids under 4 are free!) or $15 per family (up to 5 members). You can also have delicious meals made fresh daily and taste specialty drinks.
All cats are spayed or neutered, checked for FeLV, and vaccinated. These cute felines are from T.A.A.G. (The Animal Assistance Group), a local group that rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes animals who were abused, neglected, and in line for euthanasia.
You can also adopt from this Ontario cat cafe, and they will make sure you’re the right fit for the cat. The people at T.A.A.G will review your application.
Pro Tip:
While inside the cat room, use your inside voice because it’s a quiet space for the cats. It’s also best to book a reservation because, while they accept walk-ins, it depends on the available space.