Cat Cafes in Canada

Windsor, Ontario

Yay for Strays Cat Café is a cozy feline retreat nestled at 3470 Seminole Avenue 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 is a charming feline sanctuary situated at 360 Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario, within the bustling downtown core, offering a cozy escape for cat enthusiasts in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods since its anticipated opening in 2025. This delightful café invites guests to relax with a menu of coffee, tea, bubble tea, pastries, or savory snacks while enjoying hour-long sessions with adoptable rescue cats from Toronto Cat Rescue in a carefully crafted lounge, blending urban flair with feline charm. Expanding from its Danforth and North York roots, this location provides a tranquil retreat where visitors can sip their drinks, enjoy treats, and bond with cats seeking loving homes—all for a $20 session fee bookable online, with proceeds fueling cat care and adoption efforts. Open daily from noon to 8 p.m., Lazy Cat Café Queen West fuses the energy of Queen Street’s artsy vibe with a heartfelt mission, creating a purr-fect spot for connection and compassion in Toronto’s dynamic west end.

Thornhill, Ontario

Lazy Cat Café North York is a cozy feline haven located at 330 Steeles Avenue West in Thornhill, Ontario, within the Greater Toronto Area’s North York region, offering a delightful retreat for cat lovers since its planned expansion in 2025. This inviting café welcomes guests to enjoy a selection of coffee, tea, bubble tea, pastries, or savory snacks while spending hour-long sessions with adoptable rescue cats from Toronto Cat Rescue in a thoughtfully designed lounge, fostering a calm and engaging atmosphere. Building on the success of its original Danforth location, this North York outpost provides a serene escape where visitors can sip their drinks, savor treats, and connect with cats awaiting their forever homes—all bookable online for $20 per session, with proceeds supporting feline care and adoptions. Open daily from noon to 8 p.m., Lazy Cat Café North York blends the warmth of a coffee shop with a mission to bring joy and companionship, making it a purr-fect addition to Thornhill’s vibrant community near Steeles and Yonge.

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.

Toronto, Ontario

Meow Cat Cafe is a whimsical haven where feline friends and coffee connoisseurs unite. Step into our cozy atmosphere, adorned with cat-themed decor and plush furnishings, and be greeted by a playful menagerie of adoptable cats from local shelters. Indulge in our specialty coffee drinks and sweet treats while snuggling and playing with our furry residents, all under the watchful eye of our knowledgeable and caring staff. With multiple play areas and cozy nooks, Meow Cat Cafe is the purrfect spot to relax, socialize, and perhaps 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.