Went in for an hour and ended up staying for three! Absolutely amazing place. You can tell the team truly cares for the cats. Will definitely be back to adopt one day 🧡
Went here for the first time tonight with my boyfriend, didn’t mind spending the $15/person knowing it goes towards helping these kitties with all the supplies they need. This place rescues all their cats from unfortunate situations and have them available for adoption rather than being sent to a shelter/kill shelter. Some cats were very stand offish due to the circumstances that they came from. Totally expected. But some were also so friendly and just wanted to play and cuddle up. These are cats that were neglected and don’t understand how to accept human affection, YET. so you should expect that when you visit. 10/10 recommend. What these people do is amazing and I wish there were more places like this to help animals find there FURever homes <3
Very cute and clean place. Really don’t understand the bad reviews regarding the cats not being friendly or sleeping. Cats sleep it’s normal they are there in order to be potentially adopted not for your entertainment. Anyone that knows about cats knows they take time to warm up to anyone so even though some will be friendly others might not be and that’s okay. They charge $15 per person which included a drink, for the people who complain about that as well need to understand that they have overhead and need to provide food, medical care amongst so many other things. Either way me and my boyfriend had a great time despite him not liking cats he enjoyed himself and we will definitely be back 💕
This place is wonderful. It's such a great alternative to cats in tiny cages at a crowded shelter. All of the cats here get to live in a home like setting and lounge out on fun cat furniture. If you are coming to visit, a drink (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, lemonade) is included with your visit. There are plenty of cat toys to get the kitties interested in playing. If you can't have a cat at home, you can definitely get your kitty fix here. If you are looking to bring home a new family member, they have plenty to choose from. There is also a cut shop in the fron where you can buy cat themed merchandise.
I Came in and immediately I’m greeted with a tabby cat and room I can see through a window which I can see has a lot of cats. I payed the entrance fee and got a free drink with it. When I entered it smelt very clean and not like what some people referred to. After I got assorted they brought my drink and I started to look at all the cute cats! some were skittish some loved attention and some were sleeping. A very sweet experience and I will definitely be coming back.
What a wonderful place to visit whether you're looking to adopt or just love hanging with the kitties. Ryan and Melanie are angels who literally create a safe, warm and comforting home to cats who would otherwise wither away in a shelter, forgotten and unloved. They have a special affinity for senior cats and work tirelessly to find forever homes so they can spend their last chapter with a loving family. No cat is left uncared for here, even the "challenging" cases wind up learning to love and be loved, thanks to the staff's dedication, time and patience. Your admission price includes a lovely hot or cold beverage and the hour you spend interacting with the felines will fly by because you will have such a great experience. We travel from Queens every few months to visit and never leave without stopping at the fun displays of cat-themed items available for purchase. You can even sponsor a cat with a modest donation to help defray cost of their care. Exciting recent news is that the owners will be launching their very own cat rescue in 2024 so this is a HUGE bonus for homeless cats in the community. Wish there were more of these caring, wonderful places in every town!
Such a unique and special place where your visit fee goes directly to saving sweet little lives. How many places can say that? Ryan and her team have done an amazing job saving over a thousand cats and she takes in ones with medical issues and that are seniors. There’s a great area in the front with cat themed merchandise also. If you’re a cat lover, this place is for you!
Before visiting I wasn't sure if $15 was going to be worth it. The answer is yes! We made a reservation, which was easy to do and filled out the waivers on-line. When we entered, we were offered a beverage, and then let into the cat area. It's a bit overwhelming at first. Lots of people, lots of cats, and some cat smell (not overwhelming, but my friend commented on it). I immediately sat on the bench next to the tortie. Before I realized it, she crawled into my lap and didn't leave for 30 minutes.
I was visiting LI and away from my fur babies, the Cat Cafe was the boost I needed. I will visit again in the future.
Update October 2022
I came back to LI to say goodbye to a loved one.
The Shabby Tabby had been a soothing balm for my sisters and me. Little secret-if you go at 11am on weekdays (avoid holidays and school days off), you will have the place almost entirely to yourself. The other day, the kitties were getting breakfast when we got there.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
My favorite place! I love the atmosphere and the kitties!! Unlimited drinks and an hour with the kitties for $15 is a great deal. I adopted my baby girl from here and she has made the best addition to my family! Couldn’t say a single bad thing about this place and love and support their mission!!
Incredible cafe! The ladies here are friendly and truly care about every cat that comes through their door. Very clean and excellent drinks. Always the best time when my kids and I visit!
Service
Dine in
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
