Lea GagnonThe 3 best cat cafes in Montreal for getting simply purr-fect moments
Look, I’m not ashamed to admit it – I’m that weirdo who talks to cats in public. And if there’s a feline friend napping on the table next to my latte, well, that’s just the cherry on top.
So when I found myself in Montreal, a city renowned for its European charm and… wait for it… thriving cat café culture, I knew I had to embark on a quest to uncover the purr-fect blend of furry cuddles and caffeine-fueled bliss.
Join me as I recount my shameless pursuit of Montreal’s cosiest cat cafés. Just be ready to indulge your inner crazy cat lady (or gent) as we delve into a world where cat hair on your clothes is a badge of honour!
Happy Cat Cafe
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Location: 172 Duluth Ave E, Montreal, Quebec H2W 1H3, Canada
Contact: +1 438-333-1505
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Café Chat L’Heureux is a feline haven with a heart. Imagine this: cosy vibes, purring companions, and a menu with something for everyone (even those with gluten-free or vegan preferences).
The cats rule this roost, and they’re all rescued from local shelters, proving even the sassiest tabby deserves a second chance at chin scratches and forever homes. Let’s not forget, that being the purr-fect stress-buster is their superpower.
This cafe also made history as North America’s first cat cafe, thanks to a community that clearly knows a good cuddle puddle when they see one.
Café Chato
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Location: 4833 Rue de Verdun, Verdun, QC H4G 1N2, Canada
Contact: +1 514-289-2428
Opening hours:
- Tuesday to Thursday – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Friday – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Café Chato (also known as Le café à chats de Verdun) isn’t just a Montreal cat cafe, it’s a haven for adorable rescues seeking a second chance at love (and endless chin scratches).
This feline wonderland boasts climbing structures, cosy nooks, and designated “catnap zones” – a kitty’s idea of paradise! Expect delicious coffee, snacks, and a boutique overflowing with cat-themed goodies to spoil yourself and your future feline overlord.
Café Chato knows that happy cats make happy guests, so they ensure respectful interactions. So, don’t be surprised if a purring furball decides your lap is the perfect spot – that’s just part of the charm!
RUBY CAFÉ MTL
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Location: 3824 Saint-Patrick St., Montreal, Quebec H4E 1A4, Canada
Contact: +1 514-931-9899
Opening hours:
- Friday to Sunday – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Unlike standard cat cafes with resident cats, Ruby Café allows you to bring your own feline friend, which creates an atmosphere where pets and owners can socialise.
Here, you can sip your speciality coffee (try their butterfly pea flower latte!) while your cat socialises with other furry patrons! The spacious terrace even provides ample room for mingling and soaking up the sun with your pet.
And while this cafe isn’t your average cat café, they do have some ground rules to keep things purring smoothly: pets must be well-behaved, leashed or in a carrier, and owners are responsible for any little “accidents”.
