affoGATO Cat Cafe
761 Starkweather Ave, Lakewood, OH
Crema's Take
“This cozy Lakewood spot perfectly blends specialty coffee culture with genuine cat sanctuary vibes, where you can linger over traditional espresso drinks and pastries while adorable rescue cats nap in your lap or wander by your table. The staff clearly adores their feline residents and takes meticulous care of them, making it feel less like a novelty attraction and more like a welcoming community space where cat lovers and curious skeptics alike discover something unexpectedly meaningful. Whether you're a seasoned cat cafe enthusiast or someone who never thought they'd be a cat person, the combination of thoughtfully made drinks, quality pastries, and the chance to bond with sweet rescue cats makes this worth the trip.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
I heard about affoGATO from a local on my flight to Cleveland, and I’m so glad I listened! I’ve been to several cat cafes, but the perfectly punny name alone made this a must-visit. Book ahead before visiting the cat cafe area. Otherwise you will have to just watch them…
My first time ever going to a cat cafe. I went here with my friend to play with the cats. I was a bit skeptical at first since I’m not a cat person, but I found myself wanting to come back ever since our last trip here. The staff are friendly and very helpful when it comes to…
The furbabies were so cute to be around 🥹🥹🥹 The staff take great care of the cats and having a 2 month old furbaby fall asleep in your arms was such a core memory I will treasure. Do make sure you get a reservation online to be with the cats.
Whether you’re looking to adopt your first cat, add another rescue cat to your household or just hang out with cats, Affogato Cat Café is the place to be. On the café side (which is separate from the kitty lounge room), there’s delicious drinks and treats, friendly customer…
Wandered in here as tourists looking for cat cafes. Cat visits are normally by appointment only, but as luck would have it somebody cancelled their visit, so the staff cut us a little slack. Lots of cute kitties up for adoption, some of whom can be a bit spicy at times, so be…
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