Cat Cafes in Ohio

Cleveland, Ohio

As Cleveland’s first cat cafe, affoGATO’s mission is to improve our city by creating a safe, comfortable haven for adoptable cats, cultivating a fun and inclusive space for cat-lovers to work and play, and teaming up with other local businesses and artists for the betterment of the community as a whole. We provide a safe home for adoptable cats. You can then pay a small cover charge to relax, play, and work alongside these fantastic felines. We partner with several local businesses and artists in order to host fun, unique events and produce food, drinks, and merchandise. We're more than a cafe. We strive to be the heart of our community by bringing together cats, people, and businesses for the benefit of all. However, while we take pride in everything we do, from our excellent customer service to our high-quality and ethically sourced cafe treats, our greatest passion is cat welfare, socialization, and adoption.

Dayton, Ohio

Gem City Catfé is a nonprofit cat cafe offering a cage-free lounge with up to 18 adoptable rescue cats from its 501(c)(3) partner, Gem City Kitties. Visitors can book one-hour sessions for $10 per person ($5 for kids 12 and under) to spend time with the cats in a cozy, carpeted space designed for play and relaxation, supporting the cafe’s mission to find them homes—over 500 adoptions since opening in 2018. The separate espresso bar serves coffee, tea, wine, beer, and baked goods like muffins and cookies, with a viewing window into the lounge for cat-watching while dining. Founded by Wendy Welch, it also offers private events and uses all proceeds to fund cat care and community outreach.

Mason, Ohio

Kitty Brew Cat Café is a cat café located at 6011 Tylersville Road, Suites 6-7, in Mason, Ohio, where visitors can spend time with adoptable cats from local rescues like Animal Friends Humane Society and His Hands Extended Sanctuary. Founded by Jenni Barrett, it opened on April 9, 2017, as Greater Cincinnati’s first cat café and has since facilitated nearly 1,300 adoptions. The café has two separate areas: a lounge where guests can interact with cats for $13 per hour (plus tax), and a coffee shop offering organic, fair-trade coffee, teas, and snacks like cookies and paninis. The cats are all spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, and a live webcam lets people watch them online anytime. Open Monday through Saturday from noon to 6 or 7 p.m. (depending on the day) and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., reservations are recommended due to the 14-person limit in the lounge.

Alliance, Ohio

Mad Dogs & Crazy Cats Pet Boutique and Cat Cafe is a unique feline haven that offers a one-of-a-kind experience. As you step inside, you'll be transported to a jungle-themed playroom, a bamboo zen room, and even an outdoor catio, where you can interact and play with the resident cats. With a variety of adoptable cats awaiting their forever homes, you'll have the opportunity to meet and interview them in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Columbus, Ohio

If you want to find a place to forget all the stress & burdens, Kitty Bubble is the place you are looking for. You can have a sip of your favorite drink while enjoying the fur babies around you. The cats at Kitty Bubble are free roaming in the cat lounge. This allows them to show their true personalities to potential adopters, and visitors. Currently, Kitty Bubble works with Colony Cats (& dogs) to help find cats their forever home. We provide a relaxing and fun environment for both humans and cats.

Zanesville, Ohio

The Chatty Cat Cafe, located in Zanesville, Ohio, is a heartwarming blend of a bustling coffee shop and a foster home for adoptable rescue cats, founded in 2022 by an animal lover whose journey began with her first cat, Kit-Kat. Partnering with local rescues like Rural Ohio Cats and Kittens (ROCK) and PAWS of Muskingum County, the cafe offers a cozy space where guests can enjoy a full menu of espresso-based drinks, vibrant popping boba, smoothies, and tasty snacks like sandwiches and sweets, all available for delivery via DoorDash. Open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can reserve time in the separate cat lounge—home to fully vetted, spayed/neutered cats—for a relaxing session of play and cuddles, with adoption applications available for those who fall in love. Hosting community events like cat yoga and painting with cats, supported through Patreon, this must-visit spot combines caffeine with a cause, creating a joyful environment where every sip and snuggle helps give rescue cats a second chance at a forever home.z

Bowling Green, Ohio

Tabby & Fidos, located in downtown Bowling Green, Ohio, proudly holds the title of Northwest Ohio’s first cat cafe, opened in May 2023 by co-owner Patty Beam with a mission to bring joy and relaxation to the community. This woman-owned establishment offers a dual experience: a welcoming cafe with a self-serve coffee bar, bottled drinks, and gluten-free pre-packaged baked goods, alongside a separate, cage-free cat lounge where guests can reserve 50-minute sessions to play and cuddle with up to 12 adoptable cats fostered from partners Wood County Humane Society and Toledo Animal Rescue. Open Wednesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the cafe requires lounge reservations to ensure a stress-free environment for the cats, while the cafe side remains open to all with a viewing window for feline admirers. Featuring local art, pet merchandise, and events like cat yoga and sound baths, Tabby & Fidos creates a cozy, community-driven space where visitors—including BGSU students missing their pets—can unwind, socialize kitties, and support adoptions, all within a budget-friendly and inclusive setting.z

Medina, Ohio

Cats Off the Square is a cat cafe run by the Alleycats & Aristocats adoption center in Northeast Ohio. The center has two free-roaming areas for the cats and kittens that are available for adoption. Community members and adopters can visit and play with the cats in these areas. All of the cats are sterilized, vaccinated, wormed, flea-treated and microchipped before being placed for adoption. Their goal is to stop the endless cycle of unfixed homeless cats that multiply exponentially in the community, and since starting their rescue in January 2022, they have successfully adopted 1038 cats to indoor homes.

Alliance, Ohio

The Feline Historical Museum is a unique cat cafe experience where you can indulge in the rich history of felines while surrounded by the soothing presence of adoptable cats. Our museum's collection of fine art, artifacts, and literature is showcased in a beautifully designed space, complete with educational displays that explore the evolution of cats from ancient times to modern breeds. Take a stroll through our special library room dedicated to children, where you can discover the wonders of felines alongside our knowledgeable staff. And, on occasion, you might even spot live cats roaming freely, adding to the whimsical atmosphere. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you explore our exhibits, and be sure to support our mission by making a donation or adopting a new furry friend from our on-site adoption center.

Defiance, Ohio

Friends of Felines Rescue Center, located in Defiance, Ohio, is a non-profit, cage-free, no-kill feline care facility dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for cats and kittens. Situated at 14597 PowerDam Road, the center offers a spacious, clean, and cat-friendly space where felines can roam, climb, play, and rest comfortably. Run by a passionate team, including Megan MacDonald Fischer and a group of devoted volunteers, FFRC focuses on rescuing cats, providing medical care, spaying/neutering, and finding them loving indoor homes to combat overpopulation and euthanasia. The facility operates solely on private donations and features live 24/7 camera feeds, allowing supporters worldwide to connect with the cats and the community, fostering a sense of involvement and care.

Toledo, Ohio

RubyCats is a pioneering nonprofit cat café located at 618 Adams Street in Downtown Toledo, Ohio, within Lucas County, celebrated as the city’s first establishment of its kind dedicated to feline welfare. Opening its doors on January 9, 2025, this cozy haven invites visitors to enjoy 50-minute sessions with adoptable rescue cats for $15, including a discount at the nearby Grindhrs Coffee & Community, creating a purr-fect blend of relaxation and social good. Founded in 2022 by Tallie Carter and a passionate team, RubyCats partners with Forget Me Not Cat Rescue to facilitate adoptions, offering a safe, no-kill environment where cats thrive while awaiting forever homes. With a vibrant grand opening weekend that sold out quickly and ongoing community support through memberships and donations, RubyCats stands as a welcoming retreat for cat lovers to connect with feline friends and contribute to a meaningful cause in the heart of Toledo.