The Red Cat @ UAB Highlands
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The Red Cat @ UAB Highlands

1201 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL

★★★★4.2(13 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked into the UAB Highlands area, this cozy spot has earned its loyal following with genuinely warm staff and creative signature drinks like their Chocolate Covered Strawberry Latte that feel like little discoveries. Beyond the traditional espresso drinks, they pour thoughtful cups and offer Burmese-inspired pastries and light bites, making it the kind of place where regulars genuinely look forward to their morning visits. The space itself invites you to linger with a book or meet a friend, and while service can occasionally be slow, the kindness of the team and the care in their drinks make it feel worth the wait.

What to expect

Slow sitFamily friendlyPastriesMeetingsTraditional drinksPour overLight foodSignature drinksSpecialty drinksFull breakfast

Google Reviews

JM S
★★★★★2 months ago

Such a beautiful name for a coffee shop! This place is honestly what gets me through each day. The staff is so incredibly kind that every time I stop by before work, it instantly puts me in a better mood. A true bright spot at UAB Highlands!

CYNTHIA DAVISON
★★★★a year ago

I was scheduled for an appointment at UAB Highlands, my appointment was on today which was wrong date Oct 14th, should be on 15th. I accidentally left my purse with money and credit cards at home rushing out door for transportation...which was waiting 30 minutes at my driveway..I jumped up out bed and rushed to car, after being told wrong date, I really wanted a cup of coffee, after I've been a customer here several times, but never again! I thought this company had a heart to serve, boy was I wrong! I asked the heavy set white lady with dark hair and not a friendly face , , "Do you give courtesy cups, ? Her reply was, "what?"..I repeated my question.. her reply..."No we don't sorry" My God, it will cost you nothing to have compass! Not even a small light in her heart! Nothing! Boy I hope she doesn't have children, I feel sorry for them if they're hungry! Never get my money, nor my family's, nor our congregations, nor my friend's business 💯. I have a business too, I will never treat a customer, a living soul like this person working here today did to me....my God.. not even a cup!!

Pattie Jolly-Fleece
★★★★★a year ago

Wasn’t acknowledged by staff who were standing in front of me having, what appeared to be, personal conversation. I asked to be helped. I ordered and got my drink but had to ask if they would give me my muffin. The wait person scowled , got my food, and didn’t acknowledge my saying thank you and continued scowling. Ugh. Plus, I had tipped when ordering. I should have waited. Food and coffee quite good though.

Lisa Smith
★★★★★2 years ago

Burmese = YUM! 😋 Chocolate Covered Strawberry Latte🍓

April Bea
★★★★★3 years ago

This was my 1st time trying the establishment. I ordered 3 Frappuccino caramel flavored drinks. It took about 10 to 15 minutes to receive my order, but the staff was so friendly, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I would definitely try this location again, especially since they were helpful during a critical time of waiting for a family member to come out of surgery. I appreciate their service

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