Cat Cafes in Ontario

Port Hope, Ontario

Toe Beans Cat Cafe is a haven for cat lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike, where the aroma of freshly brewed espresso fills the air and the soft purrs of rescue cats provide a soothing background hum. As you step inside, you'll be surrounded by cozy nooks and crannies, plush furniture, and whimsical cat-themed decor. With a variety of delicious baked goods and specialty coffee drinks on offer, you can indulge in a treat while getting up close and personal with the cafe's lovable feline residents. And, as you sip and snack, you'll have the opportunity to learn about and interact with the cats, many of whom are available for adoption through the cafe's partnerships with local rescue organizations.

Stratford, Ontario

Alley Cat Cafe is a cozy retreat where you can indulge in delicious coffee and treats while surrounded by the soothing presence of adoptable cats from local shelters. The cafe's warm and inviting atmosphere is designed to make you feel like you're stepping into a feline paradise, complete with plush couches, cat towers, and plenty of windows to let in natural light. With over 20 cats to cuddle and play with, you'll have the opportunity to spend quality time with these adorable furry friends and learn about their personalities and habits. Whether you're a cat lover, a coffee connoisseur, or just looking for a relaxing spot to unwind, Alley Cat Cafe is the purrfect destination for you.

Sault Ste Marie, Ontario

The Sault's Cat-urday Cat Café, located at 177 Gore Street in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, offers patrons a unique experience combining high-quality coffees and freshly baked goods with the opportunity to interact with adoptable cats. Partnered with the local rescue organization T.A.A.G., the café provides a whimsical, family-friendly environment where visitors can enjoy specialty espresso drinks, teas, sandwiches, soups, pastries, and even ice cream and shakes, all while spending time with feline friends. The cat lounge is designed to be child-friendly, featuring coloring pages, puzzles, and board games to keep younger guests entertained.

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.

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!