Cat Cafes in Canada

Windsor, Ontario

Yay for Strays Cat Café is a cozy feline retreat nestled at 1326 Ottawa Street in Windsor, Ontario, within Essex County, proudly holding the distinction of being Windsor-Essex’s first cat café since its opening in 2022. This inviting haven welcomes guests to enjoy coffee and delectable treats while relaxing with adoptable rescue cats in a cage-free environment, partnering with the Windsor Essex County Humane Society to help these felines find their forever homes. Founded by Chantelle, whose lifelong love for animals was sparked by a "Dragons’ Den" episode and years of saving and thrifting, the café offers a serene escape where visitors can unwind, play with charming resident cats, and support a mission to provide a safe, fun space for local shelter cats. Open daily with bookings encouraged, Yay for Strays Cat Café blends community warmth, culinary delights, and feline companionship, making it a purr-fect destination for animal lovers in this southwestern Ontario city.

Niagara Falls, Ontario

Niagara Falls Cat Café is a unique feline-centric retreat located at 4529 Queen Street in Niagara Falls, Ontario, within Niagara Region, proudly claiming the title of the region’s first and only interactive cat café since its grand opening on October 4, 2024. Founded by a local family passionate about cats, this cozy haven invites guests to enjoy a menu featuring buttermilk pancakes, gourmet sandwiches, and house-made cheesecake in a welcoming café space, while offering separate access to a one-of-a-kind cat enclosure where visitors can interact with adoptable rescue cats from Pets Alive Niagara for a fee based on time slots. With a strict no-food policy in the cat area, beverages are welcome, and knowledgeable staff provide insights into each cat’s personality, fostering adoptions in a space designed with petting areas, cozy seating, and a selfie wall—all bookable in advance due to limited capacity. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Niagara Falls Cat Café blends culinary delights with a mission to connect cats with loving homes, offering a purr-fect experience for animal lovers in this iconic Canadian city.

Toronto, Ontario

Lazy Cat Café Queen West was a feline sanctuary located at 360 Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario, within the city’s bustling downtown core, offering cat lovers a cozy escape in one of Toronto’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Expanding from its earlier locations in Danforth and North York, the café invited guests to relax with coffee, tea, bubble tea, pastries, and savory snacks while enjoying hour-long sessions with adoptable rescue cats in partnership with Toronto Cat Rescue, blending urban energy with feline companionship. Visitors could book $20 sessions online, with proceeds supporting cat care and adoption efforts, and the café operated daily from noon to 8 p.m. Despite its community-focused mission and popularity, the Queen West location permanently closed in May 2025 due to financial challenges, rising operating costs, and public scrutiny related to animal welfare concerns, bringing an end to its downtown operations.

Thornhill, Ontario

Purrfect Pet Cafe is a cozy feline-centric café and lounge located at 330 Steeles Avenue West in Thornhill, Ontario, in the Greater Toronto Area, offering a relaxing retreat for cat lovers and casual visitors alike. Formerly operating as the North York location of Lazy Cat Café, the business rebranded in late 2025 to become Purrfect Pet Cafe, expanding its offerings while continuing to provide a welcoming, cat-friendly environment. Guests can enjoy a selection of freshly brewed coffee, tea, bubble tea, pastries, and sweet treats while spending quality time with friendly, free-roaming cats—some of whom are available for adoption and welcomed into loving homes. Visits are typically booked online with tiered plans that include cat lounge access, with options that combine drinks and desserts for a fuller café experience. With its warm atmosphere, comfortable seating, and mission to support feline companionship and community connection, Purrfect Pet Cafe blends the charm of a coffee shop with the joy of meaningful interaction with adoptable cats, making it a delightful destination for cat lovers near Steeles and Yonge in Thornhill.

Grande Prairie, Alberta

Whiskers Cat Café Grande Prairie is a beloved feline sanctuary and coffee haven located at 11735 105 Street #103 in Grande Prairie, within Alberta’s Peace Region, offering a unique blend of relaxation and cat companionship. As the first cat café in the area, it provides a cozy space where visitors can sip on expertly crafted beverages like caramel macchiatos or enjoy light bites, all while interacting with a rotating cast of adoptable rescue cats from Bandaged Paws Animal Rescue. Founded by Angie Plante with a mission to support animal welfare and ease anxiety through cat therapy, the café has facilitated over 1,000 adoptions since opening in 2019, creating a soothing atmosphere with gentle piano music and sunlit naps alongside its furry residents. With a casual yet welcoming vibe, Whiskers Cat Café invites guests to book sessions—priced at $15 for adults including a drink—to unwind, connect with cats, and support a compassionate cause in this charming northwestern Alberta city.

Montreal, Quebec

Cafe Chat L'Heureux is a unique cafe/restaurant where you can enjoy the company of cats while savoring beverages and quality products in a relaxed atmosphere. Our optimized space is designed for human-feline interactions, allowing you to spend quality time with our feline friends and experience the benefits of cat-therapy. Whether you're a cat lover, curious about cats, or just looking for a unique hangout spot, our cafe is the perfect destination from 11AM to 8PM, Tuesday to Sunday.

Montreal, Quebec

Café Chat L'Heureux is a unique cafe/restaurant where you can enjoy the company of cats while savoring beverages and quality products. As a relaxation space optimized for human-feline interactions, our mission is to provide a substitute place for those who cannot own a pet, encourage human-feline interaction, and promote animal wellbeing, sensitize people about feline needs, and bring back the desire for adoption.

Vancouver, British Columbia

Catoro Cafe is a unique and cozy cat cafe located in East Vancouver, where you can enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere while spending time with adorable adoptable cats. The cafe features a forest-themed cat lounge, where 15+ adoptable rescue cats are waiting to meet you. Advance bookings are strongly recommended, and visitors can choose from a variety of activities, including playing with the cats, relaxing in the lounge, and enjoying a cup of coffee or tea.

Edmonton, Alberta

Cat Cafe on Whyte is a unique blend of a cozy coffee shop and a cat lover's paradise, offering a tranquil environment where you can relax with a freshly brewed cup of gourmet coffee and spend quality time with adorable rescue cats. Our spacious Cat Lounge is designed to feel like a home away from home, complete with comfortable seating and a calming atmosphere that invites you to linger and enjoy the company of our feline friends. Whether you're a cat enthusiast or just looking for a relaxing spot to unwind, our Cat Cafe is the purrfect destination.

Vancouver, British Columbia

Catfe is a cozy and inviting haven for cat lovers and newcomers alike, where the warmth of the sun pours in through large windows and the soft purrs of rescued felines fill the air. With a diverse and playful cast of characters, our cat cafe is home to over 20 adoptable cats, each with their own unique personality and story to tell. From the moment you step inside, you'll be surrounded by the calming atmosphere of our spacious and stylishly designed cafe, where you can indulge in a cup of expertly brewed coffee or tea while snuggling with our furry friends. Whether you're a seasoned cat enthusiast or just looking for a new adventure, Catfe is the purrfect place to relax, unwind, and maybe even find your new feline companion.

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Miss J. La’s Fur Babies Cat Cafe and Adoption Centre is a spot where cat lovers can sip a coffee and find their purr-fect match. Since opening its doors in 2016, this cozy cafe has partnered with local rescues to find forever homes for nearly 200 adoptable cats, blending a warm, home-like atmosphere with a mission-driven heart. Guests can enjoy tasty drinks and treats while mingling with a rotating crew of friendly felines, including resident kitties like Pepper and Knight, who bring extra charm with their unique personalities. With a focus on cleanliness and care, the cafe offers a spacious, window-filled retreat—ideal for cats and humans alike. Whether you’re looking to adopt or simply unwind, Miss J. La’s delivers a feel-good experience that’s been a Winnipeg favorite for years.

Guelph, Ontario

My Kitty Cafe is a heartwarming haven for cat lovers and adoptable felines alike, proudly celebrating over 1,500 adoptions and counting! Since partnering with Purrfect Companions of Norfolk Cat Rescue in February 2016, this cafe has been dedicated to creating a safe, fun environment where rescue cats can connect with their forever families. Open to all ages Monday through Friday, it shifts to a 12-and-up policy on weekends (no entry for kids 11 and under, with no refunds or rescheduling if booked otherwise). Whether you’re here to meet your next furry friend or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere, My Kitty Cafe offers a meaningful experience with every visit. Stop by to support their mission and cuddle some kitties in this adoption-focused gem!