The Cat Cafe

The Cat Cafe Southern California's FIRST cat cafe, located in America's Finest city Cat cafes started in Taiwan, and spread to Japan, where they're very popular.

There are over 100 cat cafes in Japan. Since then, they've spread throughout the world. We were inspired by one of the first cat cafes in Europe, Le Cafe des Chats, in Paris. They had waits of two to three months for people to get a reservation. Since opening in January 2015, The Cat Cafe has sent hundreds of cats to good homes. Originally partnering with San Diego Humane Society, we've partnered

with The Rescue House since February 2017. In addition to adopting out animals, we seek to highlight other San Diego businesses. That's why we feature coffee and espresso from Cafe Virtuoso, pastries from Bread & Cie, cookies from The Cravory and sandwiches and snacks from Sunshine and Orange.

Handsome Mango looking around and checking out the cat room from his spot on the palm. He's starting to let people pet h...
06/07/2026

Handsome Mango looking around and checking out the cat room from his spot on the palm. He's starting to let people pet him when he's on the ground and he's playing with the other cats.

While we don't have any kittens on site, we'll start your day with a pair of them to make your day better.
06/07/2026

While we don't have any kittens on site, we'll start your day with a pair of them to make your day better.

Jasmine is a little cautious still as she gets used to the space. But if she's in the mood to interact, she loves to be ...
06/06/2026

Jasmine is a little cautious still as she gets used to the space. But if she's in the mood to interact, she loves to be pet and will flop over around your feet.

This feline decided that he wanted to work as a greeter at a restaurant and that's exactly what happened. Thanks to Cats...
06/06/2026

This feline decided that he wanted to work as a greeter at a restaurant and that's exactly what happened. Thanks to Cats for sharing this story.

Sweetie arrived on Wednesday and was immediately out exploring the cat room. She's appropriately named and showing it ev...
06/05/2026

Sweetie arrived on Wednesday and was immediately out exploring the cat room. She's appropriately named and showing it even as she gets used to her new space.

We've been through a lot since we opened in January 2015, but one thing we didn't endure is a war. Congratulations to Ca...
06/05/2026

We've been through a lot since we opened in January 2015, but one thing we didn't endure is a war. Congratulations to Cat Cafe Lviv for making it to this milestone.

You'll see more of handsome Edward and his fluffy fur in the cat room these days. Be sure to be cautious if you try to p...
06/04/2026

You'll see more of handsome Edward and his fluffy fur in the cat room these days. Be sure to be cautious if you try to pet him. He is not shy about letting you know when he's had enough.

Cole and Marmalade asked whether we have cat shelves. Our reply? Do we ever.Thanks to them for asking the question and s...
06/04/2026

Cole and Marmalade asked whether we have cat shelves. Our reply? Do we ever.

Thanks to them for asking the question and sharing a photo of one of their cats in one.

Plum arrived on Saturday and she's already spending all of her time out in the cat room.
06/03/2026

Plum arrived on Saturday and she's already spending all of her time out in the cat room.

You know, this isn't too much of a stretch for a cat. What do you think?
06/03/2026

You know, this isn't too much of a stretch for a cat. What do you think?

When you see Jupiter like this, the best way to interact with him is to scratch the side of his head that is away from h...
06/02/2026

When you see Jupiter like this, the best way to interact with him is to scratch the side of his head that is away from his stomach. He's friendly but particular about how he wants to be pet.

We don't know if these are the cutest things in life but they are definitely cute. What do you think?Thanks to Cole and ...
06/02/2026

We don't know if these are the cutest things in life but they are definitely cute. What do you think?

Thanks to Cole and Marmalade for creating this.

Mango enjoying looking around the room while he's in his basket.
06/01/2026

Mango enjoying looking around the room while he's in his basket.

This painting by Lizzie Jayne is a good way to start the work week.
06/01/2026

This painting by Lizzie Jayne is a good way to start the work week.

Handsome Mr. Butterscotch looks irritated here but he's not. If anything, he wants us to put down the camera and pet him...
05/31/2026

Handsome Mr. Butterscotch looks irritated here but he's not. If anything, he wants us to put down the camera and pet him.

We had a three legged cat in recently and we and our visitors were impressed with how well he moved along. And what this...
05/31/2026

We had a three legged cat in recently and we and our visitors were impressed with how well he moved along. And what this cat did is even more impressive. Thanks to the Animal Rescue Site for sharing this story.

Sir Pumpernickel relaxing in his cubby. When he does this, he will accept pets to the side of his head and under his chi...
05/30/2026

Sir Pumpernickel relaxing in his cubby. When he does this, he will accept pets to the side of his head and under his chin but don't be surprised if he grabs on to your hand to pull it closer.

We love seeing drawings from Art By Lizzie Jayne in our feed. It always puts a smile on our face. If you're not followin...
05/30/2026

We love seeing drawings from Art By Lizzie Jayne in our feed. It always puts a smile on our face. If you're not following her, you should be.

Pretty Tori is in her favorite perch before getting ready to go home. Her adoption took us to 917 adoptions.
05/29/2026

Pretty Tori is in her favorite perch before getting ready to go home. Her adoption took us to 917 adoptions.

Look at Aries the Ambassador Cat ready to give his person's fingers a little nip.
05/29/2026

Look at Aries the Ambassador Cat ready to give his person's fingers a little nip.

This isn't the best photo of Edward but the fact that we were able to get this with a full room of visitors is a positiv...
05/28/2026

This isn't the best photo of Edward but the fact that we were able to get this with a full room of visitors is a positive sign. Be sure to give Edward space if he's in the cat room as he continues to settle in.

This cute kitten from Tiny Kittens had to spend the night in the hospital. We hope that everything goes well for Bobiver...
05/28/2026

This cute kitten from Tiny Kittens had to spend the night in the hospital. We hope that everything goes well for Bobiverse and she's soon home. Visit them and send her good wishes.

Pretty Fifi wasn't thrilled about being held before going home. That's not a surprise at all. That's how she was when we...
05/27/2026

Pretty Fifi wasn't thrilled about being held before going home. That's not a surprise at all. That's how she was when we had to weigh her.

Look at this tiny kitten who was rescued by the person behind Cole & Marmalade. How adorable.
05/27/2026

Look at this tiny kitten who was rescued by the person behind Cole & Marmalade. How adorable.

Jupiter looking like he's irritated at being awakened but happy to see us. That's a cat for you.
05/26/2026

Jupiter looking like he's irritated at being awakened but happy to see us. That's a cat for you.

Address

302 Island Avenue #101
San Diego, CA
92101

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

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