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.

Pumpernickel relaxing and enjoying himself before he takes a nap.
06/16/2026

Pumpernickel relaxing and enjoying himself before he takes a nap.

We wonder if this is something that our cats are going to do with our employee who is now in a walking boot.
06/16/2026

We wonder if this is something that our cats are going to do with our employee who is now in a walking boot.

That little white spot under his chin makes Dove look like a distinguished gentleman.
06/15/2026

That little white spot under his chin makes Dove look like a distinguished gentleman.

What do you think the cat in this drawing by Kimono Cats is thinking?
06/15/2026

What do you think the cat in this drawing by Kimono Cats is thinking?

We like how Sweetie is leaning her head on the bottom of the cubby and sticking her nose off it.
06/14/2026

We like how Sweetie is leaning her head on the bottom of the cubby and sticking her nose off it.

Now this is one happy cat. We hope he brightens up your Sunday.
06/14/2026

Now this is one happy cat. We hope he brightens up your Sunday.

Pretty Jasmine peeking around the scratching pole here. She's still cautious but get her when she's feeling comfortable ...
06/13/2026

Pretty Jasmine peeking around the scratching pole here. She's still cautious but get her when she's feeling comfortable and you'll see her tail go straight up in the air.

Lizzie Jayne's work always puts a smile on our faces and we hope it does the same for you.
06/13/2026

Lizzie Jayne's work always puts a smile on our faces and we hope it does the same for you.

Jupiter looks surprised here as he sits in his favorite cradle by the window.
06/12/2026

Jupiter looks surprised here as he sits in his favorite cradle by the window.

Everything is ready for you to work except you're going to need a second chair so that you can sit down at the computer....
06/12/2026

Everything is ready for you to work except you're going to need a second chair so that you can sit down at the computer. That's actually not a bad trade for having your cat right next to you.

Handsome Sir Pumpernickel enjoying a peek outside the window.
06/11/2026

Handsome Sir Pumpernickel enjoying a peek outside the window.

Look at tiny Anakin the two legged cat. This is when he was a kitten more than a decade ago. And despite missing his hin...
06/11/2026

Look at tiny Anakin the two legged cat. This is when he was a kitten more than a decade ago. And despite missing his hind lets, he made his people work hard to get him into a carrier.

Handsome Edward hanging out under the chaise. His brother Wilber is starting to wander out into the cat room at night an...
06/10/2026

Handsome Edward hanging out under the chaise. His brother Wilber is starting to wander out into the cat room at night and we're hopeful that he'll start joining his brother in the cat room during the day.

How many of you deal with this in the morning and have to get the cat out of the sink?
06/10/2026

How many of you deal with this in the morning and have to get the cat out of the sink?

Sweetie is an appropriately named cat. We don't know a lot about her but she loves to follow around people she likes.
06/09/2026

Sweetie is an appropriately named cat. We don't know a lot about her but she loves to follow around people she likes.

Just a cat plotting world domination. Nothing to see here, folks.
06/09/2026

Just a cat plotting world domination. Nothing to see here, folks.

We knew it wasn't going to take long for Mr. Butterscotch to find a home. He cemented this one when he sat in the girl's...
06/08/2026

We knew it wasn't going to take long for Mr. Butterscotch to find a home. He cemented this one when he sat in the girl's lap. His adoption was number 918 for us.

This is Sir Teddy Chonk and he is with FieldHaven Feline Center. He's got the face of a survivor of eight years on the s...
06/08/2026

This is Sir Teddy Chonk and he is with FieldHaven Feline Center. He's got the face of a survivor of eight years on the streets. Some people would say he's got a strange face. We say it's the face of a cat who's seen just about everything and who is going to grateful for a home where he won't have to deal with those challenges he's seen.

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.

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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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