Tipsy Tabby Cat Cafe

Peabody, Massachusetts · 38 mi / 61 km

Kitty Cat Cafe and Adoption Lounge is a nonprofit sanctuary where coffee meets compassion, founded by educators Cora and Uri Ducolon after years of inspiration from visiting 31 cat cafes nationwide. Partnered with PAWS Wakefield and PALS Animal Lifesavers, this cozy retreat hosts adoptable rescue cats—typically over 9 months old—in a spacious, clean lounge filled with sofas, toys, and beds, open Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday to Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with additional evening slots based on staffing. Guests can enjoy baked treats and beverages (purchasable or BYO) while bonding with cats like Lex, a bow-tie-wearing senior, or playful brothers Bruno and Angelino, with adoption processes handled patiently by volunteer-run rescue partners. Featuring rigorous safety protocols, a quarantine room, and community events like sold-out Yoga with Cats, this 501c3 gem—mentored by cat cafe owners nationwide—offers a heartwarming space to relax, support feline welfare, and maybe find a forever friend, all within Peabody’s Big Pig BBQ Plaza.

• Adoptable cats
• Booking required

Boston, Massachusetts · 50 mi / 81 km

A Sanctuary Cafe, located at 80 Charles Street in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood, is a unique establishment that combines a cafe, a micro-bookstore, and a cat lounge. Patrons can enjoy a variety of coffee, tea, and pastries sourced from local businesses in a welcoming environment designed to be inclusive for all identities and abilities. The cafe features a selection of books available for purchase, and visitors can observe the resident cats through a viewing area. For those wishing to interact directly with the cats, the cat lounge is accessible by reservation only, providing a cozy space to relax and play with the feline residents.

• Booking required

Westbrook, Maine · 51 mi / 81 km

Meow Lounge, situated at 630 Main Street in Westbrook, Maine, is a delightful cat cafe designed as a safe, comfortable haven where visitors can spend time with adoptable cats while enjoying a variety of engaging activities. Founded by Anne Beal, who brings over 20 years of pet care experience, this cozy spot partners with local shelters like ARL/AHS to provide a temporary home for cats awaiting adoption, offering lounge sessions as well as extended work/study bookings, all reservable online or in-person. Guests can sip complimentary gluten-free/dairy-free tea or hot chocolate, play board games or cards (provided or bring-your-own), or relax with a book in a quiet nook alongside the cats, with weekly events like Trivia, Game, and Movie Nights adding extra charm. The cafe features a Maine-made gift shop and a separate cat lounge entrance for feline safety, welcoming visitors aged 5 and up (with adult supervision for kids) to unwind, socialize the cats, and perhaps find a new furry friend in a clean, limited-capacity setting crafted for both human and feline enjoyment.

• Adoptable cats
• Booking recommended

Greenfield, Massachusetts · 91 mi / 146 km

Camelot Cat Cafe brings together cats, coffee, and community in the heart of Greenfield, Massachusetts. Located on Wells Street in this charming New England town, the cafe offers visitors a welcoming space to relax alongside feline companions while enjoying a warm beverage. The cafe embraces the growing cat cafe concept that has captured hearts across the country, providing a cozy environment where cat lovers can unwind and spend quality time with resident cats. Whether you are a local looking for a unique spot to decompress or a traveler passing through the Pioneer Valley region, Camelot Cat Cafe presents a delightful opportunity to combine your love of cats with a comfortable cafe atmosphere. Sign up for their email list to stay informed about updates and promotions from this Greenfield gathering place.

• Booking recommended

Tiverton, Rhode Island · 98 mi / 158 km

Bajah's Cat Cafe is a beloved local gem that combines a cozy coffee shop with a mission-driven cat adoption lounge, opened in 2021 by founder Amanda Souza. Partnered with Forever Paws Animal Shelter and RISPCA, the cafe features a separate cat room known as Bajah's Villas, where guests can reserve sessions to interact with adoptable cats ($10 per hour or $50 for private bookings), having facilitated over 350 adoptions since its inception. The main cafe area requires no reservations and serves fresh-brewed coffee, hot cider, pastries, and light bites like sandwiches, supporting the operation through walk-in traffic. With a mining-inspired aesthetic and a grand reopening in January 2025 after a brief closure due to licensing adjustments, Bajah's offers a clean, welcoming space for cat lovers to sip, socialize, and support feline welfare, complete with raffles, surprises, and a commitment to community joy.

• Adoptable cats
• Booking required

Gardiner, Maine · 98 mi / 158 km

The Cat's Familiar in Gardiner, Maine is a warm and inviting cat cafe where guests can unwind while spending quality time with friendly, adoptable cats. Walk-ins are welcome when space is available, though appointments are preferred. Admission fees support their rescue mission, and if you choose to adopt one of their lovable residents, like Totoro the handsome 8-month-old kitty, your same-day visit cost is applied toward the adoption fee.

• Adoptable cats