Looking for the perfect spot to sip coffee while cuddling adorable rescue cats? The UK has some amazing cat cafés where you can relax, unwind, and spend quality time with furry friends. Whether you're in London, Edinburgh, or Canterbury, there's a cozy cat café waiting for you.
London Cat Cafés
Lady Dinah's Cat Emporium (Bethnal Green)
London's original cat café is set in a charming Victorian-style townhouse. Home to about a dozen rescue cats, this place has a cozy, homely vibe with vintage furniture and plenty of natural light.
What's on the menu: Cream teas, cat-themed lattes, scones, cookies, and even 12" pizzas (with vegan options). They also serve cocktails with cute cat motifs.
What visitors say: Guests love the friendly atmosphere and well-cared-for cats. One reviewer called it "the cleanest café I've ever been in" thanks to the attentive staff.
Java Whiskers Cat Café (Marylebone)
This sleek, Scandinavian-style café has two zones: a main cat lounge and an upstairs Kitten Lounge for younger cats. The space is bright and modern with glass ceilings and climbing shelves everywhere.
What's on the menu: Unlimited hot drinks included with your visit, plus scones (seriously huge ones!), cookies, cupcakes, and an Afternoon Tea on weekends.
What visitors say: "The scones were the biggest I've ever seen—and delicious!" Many guests praise the relaxed vibe and friendly staff.
Whiskers & Cream (Upper Holloway)
This chic, upmarket cat café near Archway Station is home to about 10 rescue cats. It's known for its elegant décor and award-winning afternoon tea.
What's on the menu: Afternoon tea (from £30pp), sandwiches, bagels, pastries, cakes, coffee, soft drinks—and alcohol from noon onward.
What visitors say: Guests describe a "lovely atmosphere" with friendly cats who roam around greeting everyone.
Manchester
Cat Café Manchester (Barton Arcade)
Reopening in 2025! Manchester's beloved cat café is making a comeback in Barton Arcade. It follows a Japanese-style model: you pay for a timed session and enjoy unlimited drinks while spending time with rescue cats.
What's on the menu: Unlimited hot drinks included with your visit, plus light snacks available from an adjoining café.
What to expect: A calming, relaxing atmosphere with friendly rescue cats and lots of cat toys and climbing shelves.
Glasgow Cat Cafés
Purrple Cat Cafe (Trongate)
Glasgow's first cat café opened in 2017 and is home to over 30 rescue cats. The space has a warm, homely vibe with purple accents, cat towers, and comfy couches.
What's on the menu: Coffee, tea, milkshakes, ice cream, savory snacks, cakes—with plenty of vegan options.
What visitors say: One reviewer called it "the best cafe in Glasgow" and praised the friendly cats and welcoming staff.
Meow Cat Café (West End)
A newer addition to Glasgow's cat café scene, Meow is a bright, calm space that focuses on cat welfare. The café operates with strict safety rules to keep cats stress-free.
What's on the menu: Premium coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and light bites like cake slices and toasties.
What visitors say: "The cats seem well looked after, healthy and content... it's nice and calm."
Edinburgh
Maison de Moggy (Old Town)
Scotland's first cat café (since 2014) is set in a charming Georgian townhouse with pastel walls, fairy lights, and wicker chairs. They have a variety of cat breeds, including a resident Sphynx!
What's on the menu: Loose-leaf teas, fair-trade coffee, hot chocolate, and homemade cakes and scones.
What visitors say: "A cat lover's dream! We spent a lovely hour with the cats—they were all clearly very well looked after."
Canterbury
Canterbury Tails Cat Cafe
The UK's largest cat café is home to 28 rescue cats! It's also Canterbury's only fully plant-based (vegan) café, making it unique in more ways than one.
What's on the menu: Creative vegan menu with cakes, sandwiches, smoothies, and specialty coffees (all dairy-free and nut-free).
What visitors say: "Excellent coffee and wonderful atmosphere. The cats are very well looked after and the staff clearly love them."
Tips for Visiting Cat Cafés
- Book in advance—many cafés fill up quickly, especially on weekends
- Respect the cats' boundaries—let them come to you
- Follow the café's house rules to keep cats safe and stress-free
- Bring hand sanitizer or wash your hands before and after petting
- Consider adopting—many café cats are looking for forever homes!
Remember, the cats live at these cafés, so it's their home. Never force interaction, don't wake sleeping cats, and always listen to staff instructions. A calm, respectful visitor makes for happy cats!
All café details were accurate as of 2025. Check individual café websites for current opening hours and booking requirements.