Cat Café Antwerp

Catcafé Antwerp is the city’s first cat cafe, located at Sint-Katelijnevest 50, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium, offering a cozy haven for cat lovers in the heart of the bustling center. Open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, this modern shelter twist—launched in December 2023 by founders Tim Furwerda and Safa Manlayakhaf—partners with local rescues like De Ark Van Pollare and Huppeldepup to house adoptable cats, with several already finding homes. Guests can enjoy barista-crafted coffee from local roastery Andy, homemade treats, and a calm space to cuddle, play, or connect with rescue cats, with events like yoga sessions, painting classes, and game nights adding a playful vibe. Reservations are recommended (required on Friday evenings from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM), and a small shop offers cat-themed merch and starter kits, making it a purr-fect spot to relax, sip, and support feline adoptions.