Cat Cafes in Bloomington, Indiana

Bloomington, Indiana

The Cat's Closet is a unique establishment in Bloomington, Indiana, blending a cat lounge with a vintage clothing shop. This innovative space serves dual purposes: it provides a safe, welcoming environment for adoptable cats to roam freely, simulating a home setting, while also offering a curated selection of high-quality, affordable secondhand fashion. Partnered with the Monroe County Humane Society, all cats are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and available for adoption pending approval, making it a hub for cat lovers and those looking to give cats a forever home. The vintage shop, launched in 2021, caters to all sizes, genders, and budgets, featuring eclectic pieces like t-shirts, sweatshirts, and denim, with a mission to promote sustainable fashion. Black- and Queer-owned, The Cat's Closet welcomes everyone—from seasoned cat enthusiasts to curious newcomers—and operates with distinct hours for the lounge and store, encouraging appointments for the cat lounge to manage visitor flow.

Bloomington, Indiana

B-town Meow Cat Café is a cozy feline retreat located at 1110 North Walnut Street in Bloomington, Indiana, within Monroe County, offering a purr-fect blend of relaxation and cat companionship since its establishment. This welcoming café invites guests to enjoy a variety of select beverages and prepackaged treats while spending quality time with adoptable rescue cats from the Bloomington Animal Shelter in a free-roaming lounge, featuring stars like Junior, a mischievous lap cat crowned “Cat of the Month.” Open Wednesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. (closed Monday and Tuesday), it limits lounge visitors to ensure a calm environment—encouraging reservations via btownmeow@yahoo.com or (812) 742-1399—where guests can pet (but not pick up) the cats and de-stress amidst free Wi-Fi. With a mission to connect cats with forever homes and a community-supported wishlist for supplies, B-town Meow provides a delightful haven for cat lovers to sip, unwind, and support feline welfare in the heart of Bloomington’s vibrant downtown.