貓老闆咖啡 Cat Boss

Taichung City · 1.2 mi / 1.9 km

花舞貓咖啡 is a small, quiet cafe at the end of a dead-end lane off Wuquan South Road in Taichung's South District, near National Chung Hsing University. Its cats live semi-free-roaming lives, wandering in and out of the cafe and along the lane, so sightings vary; they tend to gather in the late afternoon, when the owner puts out their food. Visitors may play with them using the wand toys provided, but should not pick them up or feed them. There is no time limit, seats have power sockets, and the cafe suits studying, small gatherings and handicraft classes, with private rooms available to rent. Prices are modest: coffee from award-winning beans, homemade bread and snacks, tea, and a growing range of savoury dishes.

Taichung City · 1.3 mi / 2.1 km

貓多多飯館 is a no-frills neighbourhood eatery on Chenggong 2nd Road in Dali District, Taichung, whose name promises 'lots of cats', and it delivers. A large group of friendly cats roams the simple, air-conditioned dining room and is happy to be stroked, and the place is notably free of cat smell. Unlike most cat restaurants, it keeps prices low and serves home-style Chinese food: generous fried rice (the green pepper beef is a favourite), fried noodles, and soup noodles such as tomato-based cat's ear pasta soup, with free black tea. A larger portion costs only NT$10 more. The owner cooks and serves alone, so expect a wait at busy times. Payment is simple and the atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly.

Taichung City · 1.7 mi / 2.7 km

聊療貓Bar is a cat cafe and wellness space on Tucheng Road in Dali District, Taichung, run by a friendly couple. The ground floor is a cosy cafe shared with seven resident cats, including a ginger, a Siamese, a calico, a tabby, a white cat and a short-legged Munchkin, all clean and happy to be petted. Upstairs, the building hosts classes and bookable sessions such as massage and bodywork, singing-bowl sound therapy, hypnotherapy, yoga and tarot or astrology readings, and rooms can be rented for talks and workshops. A minimum spend applies, and resident readers sometimes offer short free tarot readings to cafe guests. The kitchen serves coffee, herbal teas, cakes, pizza and light meals. Bookings for sessions and classes go through the official LINE account.

Taichung City · 2.2 mi / 3.6 km

貓癮居 is a Japanese-themed cat restaurant on Dayong Street in Taichung's East District, a short walk from the rear exit of Taichung Railway Station and near LaLaport. A red torii gate and cherry-blossom decor set the tone, and a large group of friendly, well-fed cats lounge on the cushions and wander between tables, often settling right next to diners. During the lunch (12:00-13:30) and dinner (17:00-18:30) peaks each guest must order a main course, with a NT$300 minimum per person; at other times the minimum is NT$350, and a 10% service charge applies. Visits are usually limited to 90 minutes. Lickable cat treats can be bought for NT$30 to feed the cats before your food arrives. The menu includes rice bowls, French toast, lemon tart, Basque cheesecake and milk drinks. Booking by phone is recommended.

Taichung City · 2.3 mi / 3.7 km

貓樂貓咖啡 LaLaport 台中店 is a cat cafe on the third floor of Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Taichung in the East District, next to Taichung Railway Station. It is run by a licensed pet business, and pedigree kittens and cats, including short-legged Minuet cats, are displayed and offered for sale. The bright room has window seating, and the resident cats, many of them short-legged breeds, can be stroked, though they tend to choose their own company. Visits are sold as packages: an afternoon-tea plan at NT$300 per person for one hour, or a meal plan at NT$500 for two hours. Guests wear shoe covers and wash their hands at the sink in the room. The menu includes pasta, risotto, fries and drinks. A sister branch operates at LaLaport Nangang in Taipei.

Taichung City · 3.2 mi / 5.1 km

漫步貓廊 is a newer cat cafe at the start of Section 1 of Xiangshang Road in Taichung's West District. The first and second floors are cafe seating shared with around seventeen cats, including Ragdolls, Maine Coons, British Shorthairs and Longhairs, Munchkins and a Chinchilla Persian, all free to roam the stylish cat trees and very used to people. The third floor is a Ragdoll breeding cattery offering pedigree kittens and advice, which can be visited by appointment. Hygiene is taken seriously: there are two entry doors with sanitiser, slippers are collected for cleaning, and lint rollers are provided on the way out. The minimum spend is NT$300 for adults and NT$150 for children aged 7 to 12. The menu offers coffee, light meals, pizza sets, desserts and sparkling drinks.