Gato Pingado Cat Cafe

Gato Pingado, located in the vibrant Pinheiros neighborhood of São Paulo, Brazil, is a cafe that merges a passion for coffee with a dedication to feline welfare, creating a unique three-story experience. On the top floor, up to ten adoptable cats—rescued in partnership with ONG SOS Gatinhos—lounge in a playful, gatified space filled with toys, ladders, shelves, walkways, scratchers, and a cool outdoor patio, available for visitors to enjoy during hourly sessions (R$30), half-hour visits (R$22), or 15-minute meet-and-greets (R$12), with all proceeds supporting the cats’ care. The ground floor houses a charming cafe specializing in “pingados”—a Brazilian coffee staple—offering varieties like the traditional pingado, pingado latte, and pingado with chocolate, alongside delectable treats such as orange cake and cat-face toasts, served in adorable pet-shaped jars, with a menu that occasionally features seasonal delights like junino specials. The middle level doubles as a coworking space (R$55/day, including unlimited pingado), perfect for those seeking productivity amidst a cat-inspired ambiance.