Cat Cafes in Taiwan

Hsinchu City

The Secret 謐謐 x 貓嶼 brings together Cat Island (貓嶼), one of Hsinchu's best-known cat cafes, and its sister tart shop The Secret in a renovated old house with a skylight on Ren'ai Street in East District, Hsinchu City. A large family of resident cats, mostly longhairs and many of them Ragdolls, lounge around the bright rooms; they are well groomed, gentle and often snore contentedly beside guests, and the space is kept clean with little cat smell. The menu pairs hearty mains such as Japanese curry and karaage chicken with the house tarts, including lemon tart and seasonal melon yogurt tart, plus Basque cheesecake, matcha milk and the signature milk tea. Weekend visits are best booked in advance through the cafe's inline booking page, and there can be a short wait at peak times. Payment is currently cash only.

Hsinchu City

遇見胖喵咖啡 (Meet the Fat Cat Cafe) is a cosy, pet-friendly brunch cafe on a lane off Guangfu Road Section 1 in East District, Hsinchu City, near the Hsinchu Science Park. Two friendly resident cats roam the cafe and happily keep diners company, though they come and go, so a sighting is not guaranteed on every visit. The relaxed room is popular with locals and park workers for weekend brunch and afternoon tea. Plates are generous and good value, with brunch platters of fresh salad, fried fish with tartar sauce, chicken, burgers and karaage, plus coffee and other drinks. Food is made to order, so expect a wait when it is busy. The cafe has short weekday hours and irregular closing days, which are posted on its Facebook page, so check there before making a special trip.

Miaoli City, Miaoli County

臺鐵喵務處 (the Taiwan Railway "Meow Office") is the cat interaction hall inside the Miaoli Railway Locomotive Park, right beside Miaoli Station in Miaoli City. The park plays on Miaoli's old name, Maoli, which sounds like "cat", and the hall is home to around 17 friendly, well-groomed cats, many of them tabbies, overseen by the railway's "cat director". Entry to the hall is included with park admission (NT$100, or NT$50 for Miaoli County residents, with part of the ticket redeemable as a voucher). Visits run in short timed sessions with capped numbers, so book a slot at the hall as soon as you arrive, as they fill quickly at weekends. Next door, the cat-themed coffee car serves coffee, drinks, soft-serve ice cream and snacks. The rest of the park displays historic steam and diesel locomotives, a turntable and a mini train ride.

Toufen, Miaoli County

猫啊！！ (formerly Green House) is an Italian restaurant and rescue cat halfway house on Zhongxiao 1st Road in Toufen City, Miaoli County. It works with a local volunteer cat rescue team to give cats in need a safe place to stay, and friendly, gentle cats share the dining room while guests eat. There is also an adoption area where visitors can meet cats looking for homes, and the owners are happy to talk about them. The kitchen takes its food seriously: pizza dough is made in-house with imported flour, and the menu covers pizzas, pastas, risottos, seafood paella and desserts, with lacto-ovo vegetarian options. Because the cats are sensitive to noise, guests are asked to keep the atmosphere calm, so it suits diners who are happy to keep children quiet and seated.

• Adoptable cats

Miaoli City, Miaoli County

紫藤花與貓薄荷 Wisteria & Catnip Bar is a home-style cocktail bar with resident cats in the Xinying area of Miaoli City. It describes itself as a place for cats, drinks and shared stories, and visiting feels like having a drink at a friend's house. Several affectionate cats, including a young orange newcomer, roam the bar and take turns visiting guests at their tables. The owner specialises in herbal-flavoured cocktails and will create drinks from guests' ideas, and there are low-alcohol and non-alcoholic options. Food is vegetarian-friendly, with dishes such as spicy stir-fried dough drops, pizza and fries, and there are board games for groups. The bar runs on reservations: book at least a day ahead through its LINE account (@344plhvn); walk-ins are accommodated only if space allows. It opens in the evenings.

Taoyuan City

宅•貓舍 Housecat Cattery is a licensed, TICA and CFA registered cattery with an appointment-only cat cafe on Zhengguang Road in Taoyuan District, Taoyuan City. The cattery breeds Siberian Forest Cats, British Shorthairs and Longhairs, Minuets and Munchkins, and kittens are sold here; the lounge is shared with more than ten of its big, gentle cats, including Maine Coons and Siberians. Sink into a sofa and a cat is likely to settle on you, and most are relaxed about tummy and paw rubs. Entry is NT$300 per person, of which NT$100 can be put towards drinks or pastries. Visits must be booked in advance by messaging the cattery's Facebook page; weekdays are quieter, sometimes with the room to yourself. Children are welcome and the cats are patient with them, but keep an eye on little ones during wand-toy play.

Taoyuan City

喵日子Café (Meow Day Café) is a long-running cat-themed cafe on Baoding 3rd Street in the Zhonglu area of Taoyuan District, Taoyuan City. A good number of resident cats, many of them Scottish Folds plus a few short-legged Munchkins, live in the cafe and roam freely, often hopping onto chairs and tables to join guests. They are kept clean and smell lovely, though some prefer to be admired rather than handled. There is no time limit, no service charge, power outlets, fast Wi-Fi and comfy upholstered chairs, which makes it popular for working, studying and catching up with friends. The coffee is a highlight, with well-made lattes and cat latte art, and the menu also covers tea, milkshakes, soufflé pancakes, waffles, savoury pastries and pizza. Last orders are an hour before closing.

Taoyuan City

meow底加啦貓咪咖啡廳 is a small, homely cat cafe on Shijian Road near Chung Yuan Christian University in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, run by a friendly husband-and-wife team. Seven resident cats, each with its own personality, keep guests company at no extra charge; they are clean and well cared for, and several will happily jump onto the table to say hello or eye up your lunch. The menu covers coffee, café au lait, set meals such as pasta and chicken leg, afternoon tea and waffles, and prices are very reasonable. On weekdays there is no time limit. The space is not large and the kitchen is a one-person operation, so food can take a while at busy times, and booking ahead is recommended, especially at weekends.

Taoyuan City

橘貓小廚 (Orange Cat Kitchen) is a small, homely cat diner on Siwei Road in Yangmei District, Taoyuan City. As the name suggests, it is home to three orange cats plus a hefty tabby, and the four of them wander among the few tables and are a big part of the cafe's charm for its many regulars. Everything is cooked to order from fresh ingredients bought at the market each day, including the marinated chicken and pork, so be ready to wait a little. The menu is wide for such a small kitchen: Western brunch, Chinese set meals, thick toast, baked gratins and pasta, Korean and Thai dishes, salads, fruit tea, coffee, and homemade scones and brownies. Portions are limited each day, and the cafe may close early when food sells out. Seating is limited, so larger groups should contact the owner first.

Taoyuan City

Q. Cat Café & Lounge is a stylish new cat cafe and adoption home on Shijian Road near Chung Yuan Christian University in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, opened in June 2026 as a space for coffee, cats and slow moments. Its resident cats are glossy, soft and clearly well looked after, and most are friendly and happy to be stroked; a yellow cat called Pudding is a favourite. Some of the cats are in the cafe's care awaiting adoption, and enquiries are handled through the cafe. The seating is roomy and comfortable. The minimum spend is NT$200 per person with no service charge, good value for a cat cafe. The menu offers signature black and green teas, coffee, light meals and the house cream puffs. The venue can also be hired for private events.

• Adoptable cats

Taoyuan City

貳巷貓弄 Catfeine is a popular cat restaurant on the second floor of a building on Datong Road in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, close to Zhongli railway station and Xinming Night Market. This is the original branch of the small Catfeine chain, which later opened a second shop in Banqiao. Around ten cats, many of them pedigree breeds, roam the dining room and keep guests company while they eat. The menu runs from brunch and afternoon tea to pasta, risotto, waffles, coffee and other drinks, and the cafe sells cat treats so guests can win over the resident cats. Children under 12 are admitted only with an advance booking made by phone or through the Facebook page, so families should reserve before visiting. It is busy at weekends, so booking ahead is a good idea for everyone.

• Booking required

Taoyuan City

貓塢 Meow Woo is a budget-friendly cat cafe hidden deep inside a residential community on Shijian Road near Chung Yuan Christian University in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City. A good number of resident cats, including a friendly orange cat, lounge on the sofas and wander between tables, and many are happy to be petted. The cafe is especially popular with students: a modest entry charge includes free-flow drinks with unlimited refills, and there is no time limit. Food covers risottos such as squid with pesto or prawn with tomato sauce, fries, popcorn chicken and other fried snacks, plus fruit teas. The kitchen is a one-person operation, so food can take a while at busy times, and booking through the Facebook page is recommended before visiting.