The Cat Cafe
302 Island Ave, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“This cozy San Diego spot brilliantly blends specialty espresso and pastries with interactive cat companionship, creating an unexpectedly thoughtful third space where you can linger over a well-crafted coffee while surrounded by adoptable felines. With a reservation system that includes a complimentary beverage and treat, it's designed for genuine connection—whether you're catching up with an old friend or supporting a good cause—though the experience can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on staffing. The cats are consistently adorable and the aesthetic is charming, making it worth a visit if you appreciate both quality coffee and quality time in a relaxed, animal-loving environment.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Such a cute place. Make sure you make a reservation! You get a coffee or treat included. They’re very organized and the cats are so cute. Take the other reviews saying the staff is rude with a grain of salt like we did. They were not rude in the slightest. They’re there to…
This is such a great place with friendly staff. My wife and I had a great time and would highly recommend the spot. Cats are awesome and it is a great cause. Cat wait to come back.
This was not our first time at a cat cafe, we’ve been to many others and we know the drill! But this time we had a very unwelcoming experience. Last November I was visiting my oldest daughter in San Diego with my two youngest daughters (both autistic, verbal and love cats to…
I haven't seen an old friend in a while and thought this would be a fun idea to catch-up... and it was. Checking in was easy and before even going in, you could see a few cute furry kitties in the window. We got our drinks then hungout with the cats. It was so great to see all…
I was honestly super excited to come here especially if there’s coffee and cats involved, but our visit was unpleasant and most of all tense. The cats were adorable as always and the place is beautiful. But the baristas in the front were unwelcoming. I honestly felt…
Crema Reviews
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