Hamburg, Germany
Cat Café Hamburg
Cat Café is an independent cat cafe on Wandsbeker Chaussee in the Wandsbek borough of Hamburg, a short walk east of the Wartenau U-Bahn station on the U1 line. Four resident male cats live in the cafe and move freely among the tables, and guests are asked to stroke them only when a cat comes over on its own. There is no minimum age for children. The menu covers breakfast, sweet and savoury crêpes, waffles, cakes, croissants and a few warm dishes, with specialty coffee, fresh juices, shakes and some vegan options. There is no separate entry fee; visitors order from the menu. Tables can be reserved through the cafe's website, and the cafe also hosts birthdays and small private gatherings. It is open every day, with longer hours on Saturdays.
Before you go
- Food & drink
- Serves meals
Based on the cafe's website and visitor reviews, checked October 2026. Policies change, so confirm with the cafe before you visit.
Reviews
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