Nine Lives Cat Café

Nine Lives Cat Café, nestled in the lively Fountain Square neighborhood of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, holds the distinction of being the city’s original cat cafe. This inviting spot blends the charm of a traditional coffee shop with the joy of feline companionship, offering delicious coffee drinks, pastries, and a gift shop featuring cat-themed merchandise. Visitors can enjoy their beverages and snacks in a cat-free area or opt to pay a small fee to enter the renowned cat lounge, where they can spend time with adoptable rescue cats from local Central Indiana rescues. Established in 2017, the cafe operates with a mission to support cat socialization and adoption, maintaining a separate, free-roaming cat room where the kitties—save for a few permanent residents like Sora, Squidward, Sasha, and Weeble—await their forever homes. Reservations are recommended for the cat lounge, ensuring a purr-fect experience for guests who can relax, sip on expertly crafted drinks, and bond with the cats in a cozy, welcoming environment dedicated to feline welfare.