Last Updated on 22 July 2026 by Vanessa
Did you know that, together with California, there are more cat cafes in Florida, than anywhere else in the US?
This surge in cat cafes is due in part to Florida’s high number of stray cats. The warm climate allows for longer breeding seasons, which means more cats in need of homes. As a result, Florida has embraced creative solutions like cat cafes to help foster and adopt these cats.
The state’s very first cat cafe, The Catty Shack Café in Fort Myers, opened in 2014, kicking off the trend that would spread across the state. Today, these cafes provide a perfect escape where visitors can relax with a cup of coffee, interact with rescue cats, and even adopt a new feline friend.
Ready to explore the best of Florida’s cat cafes? Keep reading to discover these purrfect spots and what to expect from each one!
26 cat cafes in Florida you need to visit right meow!
Botany Cats in Lakeland
Botany Cats in Lakeland is a mobile cat cafe, which means the location and opening hours may change.
Operating out of a converted bus, it brings adoptable rescue cats and a variety of plants to local events, markets, and coffee shops around town. This mobile setup makes it easier for visitors to interact with cats in a calm environment, all while supporting local rescue efforts.
The founder, Janette DeLoach, a former vet tech, designed Botany Cats to help find homes for cats in need, providing a more accessible and stress-free way to meet potential pets. By bringing the cafe to different locations, she’s able to connect with a wider audience and encourage adoptions.
Botany Cats also works with local shelters and focuses on educating the community about responsible pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering.
- Address: Mobile cat cafe!
- Opening hours: Check out the online calendar for hours and locations.
- Price: $7 per person for 30 minutes.
- Reservations: To ensure you don’t miss out on the fun, be sure to reserve your spot at Botany Cats’ cat lounge through their website, where you can also find up-to-date hours and locations for their mobile events. Some events are walk-in only.
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- Website: botanycats.com
The Caffeinated Cat in Jacksonville Beach
- Address: The Caffeinated Cat, 331 1st Ave N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, United States.
- Opening hours: Permanently closed!
Catnip Cafe & Lounge, Inc. in Plant City
- Address: Catnip Cafe & Lounge, 202 S Collins St, Plant City, FL 33563, United States.
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Friday, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm. Saturday, 10:00 am – 08:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Price: $12 for one hour. Children under four can enter free of charge.
- Reservations: Reservations are not required but recommended due to limited capacity. Walk-ins are welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Private adoption visits are also available.
- Menu: An assortment of teas, coffee, beer, wine, baked goods, and lunch options.
- Website: catnipcafepc.com
Cats & Caffeine Cat Lounge in Tampa
- Address: Cats & Caffeine Cat Lounge, 4033 Henderson Blvd, Tampa, FL 33629, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10:00 am – 02:00 pm & 03:00 pm – 08:00 pm.
- Price: $22 per hour.
- Reservations: Not recommended, but highly encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome.
- Menu: All sorts of coffee, tea, matcha latte, and soda, as well as kombucha, hot chocolate, water, cookies, etc.
- Website: catscaffeine.com
Cattitude Cat Cafe in Vero Beach
- Address: Cattitude Cat Cafe, 1269 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach, FL 32960, United States.
- Opening hours: Permanently closed.
Cattyshack Cafe in Fort Myers
- Address: Cattysack Cafe, 9902 Gulf Coast Main St D-140, Fort Myers, FL 33913, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday, 11:00 am – 07:00 pm. Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 am – 07:00 pm.
- Price: $15 per person for 50 minutes (ages 7+ only).
- Reservations: Reservations should be made via the Cattyshack Cafe website.
- Menu: Coffee classics as well as Cattyshack orginals (Cat’s Eye, Meowcha, Kitty au Lait, etc)
- Website: www.cattyshackcafe.com
Central Purr Cat Cafe in Panama City Beach
- Address: Central Purr Cat Cafe, 7113 US-98, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday–Tuesday, 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Thursday–Friday, 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Saturday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Sunday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Closed on Wednesdays.
- Price: Central Purr Cat Cafe is free to visit. They get their income mostly from donations.
- Reservations: Reserving your visit beforehand is required.
- Menu: Coffee, snacks, and simple cafe offerings.
- Website: www.centralpurrofpcb.com
Coastal Cat Cafe in Pensacola
- Address: Coastal Cat Cafe, 1508 W Garden St, Pensacola, FL 32502, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Thursday, 11:00 am – 07:00 pm. Friday and Saturday, 11:00 am – 08:00 pm. Sunday, 11:00 am – 05:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $15,53 per person for 45 minutes (ages 6+ only).
- Reservations: Reservations are not required but highly recommended and can be booked through the Coastal Cat Cafe website.
- Menu: Regular coffee, tea, and hot chocolate options, as well as snacks such as sweet bread, croissants, hummus & crackers, etc.
- Website: www.coastalcatpcola.com
DeLand Cat Cafe in DeLand
- Address: DeLand Cat Cafe, 844 E New York Ave Unit B, DeLand, FL 32724, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 03:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $11,71 per person per hour (ages 13+) or $8,52 per person per hour (children under 12).
- Reservations: Walk-ins are welcome, but since space is limited, it’s best to reserve your visit online through the DeLand Cat Cafe website.
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- Website: www.delandcatcafe.com
Fat Cat Cafe in Tallahassee
- Address: Fat Cat Cafe, 2901 E Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301, United States.
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Price: $10 per person for one hour.
- Reservations: You can book your visit online through the Fat Cat Cafe website, but walk-ins are always welcome.
- Menu: Basic coffee and tea options, as well as bottled soda and water. They also offer granola bars and candy.
- Website: www.fatcatcafetally.com
Feeline Good Cat Cafe in Gainesville
- Address: Feeline Good Cat Cafe, 201 SE 2nd Pl Suite 113, Gainesville, FL 32601, United States.
- Opening hours: Permanently closed.
Frisky Cat Cafe in St. Augustine
- Address: Frisky Cat Cafe, 1092 S Ponce De Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32084, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Friday, 11:00 am – 08:00 pm. Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm.
- Price: $10 per person for one hour. It’s also possible to book a one-hour family visit for $10.
- Reservations: You can book your visit online through the Frisky Cat Cafe website, but walk-ins are always welcome.
- Menu: Locally roasted Bold Bean Coffee, espresso drinks, boba teas, smoothies, teas, wine, and beer, as well as some savory and sweet bakery items.
- Website: friskycatcafe.com
Good Luck Cat Cafe in Fort Lauderdale
- Address: Good Luck Cat Cafe, 901 Progresso Dr #202, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, United States.
- Opening hours: Open daily from 11:00 am to 05:00 pm.
- Price: No admission fee.
- Reservations: Open for walk-ins seven days a week.
- Menu: Coffee, snacks, and bottled water.
- Website: /
Katy’s Cat Cafe in Sarasota
- Address: Katy’s Cat Cafe, 1490 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 07:00 pm.
- Price: $20 cat lounge admission per entry. Children ages 5 and under enter free. No time limit; admission depends on capacity.
- Reservations: Reservations are not required. Groups of 6+ can reserve. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Menu: Locally sourced beverages, pastries, gelato, coffee, tea, and other café items.
- Website: katyscatcafe.com
The Kitty Beautiful in Orlando
- Address: The Kitty Beautiful, 360 State Ln, Orlando, FL 32801, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Friday and Saturday, 12:00 pm – 07:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $14,91 per person for one hour.
- Reservations: Reservations are almost always necessary on weekends and during school holidays and should be made through The Kitty Beautiful website.
- Menu: The Kitty Beautiful offers espresso-based coffees, hot and iced teas, hot chocolate, butterbeer, kombucha, juices, lemonade, beer, and wine. Their food menu includes grilled cheese sandwiches, avocado toast, quesadillas, muffins, cookies, etc.
- Website: thekittybeautiful.com
Kitty Cat Lounge in Lakeland
- Address: Kitty Cat Lounge, 946 E Orange St, Lakeland, FL 33801, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 09:00 am – 06:00 pm. Sunday, 11:00 am – 04:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $12,84 per person for one hour or $7,49 for 30 minutes.
- Reservations: You can book your visit through the Kitty Cat Lounge website.
- Menu: All sorts of sandwiches, bagels, brownies, banana bread, and cookies. Drinks include juices, espresso drinks, lattes, tea, mimosas, cider, and more.
- Website: kittycatlounge.com
The Kitty Cup in Port St. Lucie
- Address: The Kitty Cup, 1461 SW Gatlin Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34953, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 08:30 am – 06:00 pm. Sunday, 11:30 – 06:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $13,91 per person for one hour (walk-ins are $15) & $8,03 for 30 minutes (weekdays only).
- Reservations: Reservations are highly recommended.
- Menu: Snack boxes, sandwiches, and several baked goods are available. Drinks include regular coffee options, teas (hot or cold), juices, lemonade, beer, and wine.
- Website: www.thekittycup.com
Orlando Cat Cafe in Clermont
This cat cafe always has between 12 to 20 cats around. They partner with SPCA Florida, so every cat you meet is fully vetted and ready for a new home.
Clermont sits just west of Orlando, near the Cagan Crossings area and only a short drive from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Nearby, you can also explore lakeside parks, hills, and small-town shops, so it makes for an easy and rewarding day trip in Orlando.
- Address: Orlando Cat Cafe, 532 Cagan Park Ave Suite 201-203, Clermont, FL 34714, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm.
- Price: $12 per person for one hour or $10 for children younger than 12.
- Reservations: Reservations are highly recommended and can be made either by phone or online through the Orlando Cat Cafe website.
- Menu: Regular coffee drinks and snacks.
- Website: www.orlandocatcafe.com
Pure Joy Cat Cafe in Dayton Beach
- Address: Pure Joy Cat Cafe, 1120 Beville Rd Suite C, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:00 am – 05:00 pm. Thursday and Friday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Sunday, 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $15,50 per person for one hour.
- Reservations: Available through the Pure Joy Cat Cafe website.
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- Website: purejoycatcafe.com
Purrology Cafe in Lakeland
- Address: Purrology Cafe, 5343 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813, United States.
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Price: $12 per person for one hour.
- Reservations: Available through the Purrology Cafe website.
- Menu: Purrology Cafe specialises in lattes (lavender matcha, matcha espresso, pink latte with collagen, chai latte, etc.)
- Website: www.purrologycafe.com
Purrs and Pages in Ocala
- Address: Purrs and Pages, 1216 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday–Friday: 10:00 am – 06:00 pm. Saturday: 10:00 am – 08:00 pm. Sunday: 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm.
- Price: $15 for 55 minutes.
- Reservations: It is highly recommended to book your visit in advance.
- Menu: Coffee, tea, and basic snacks.
- Website: www.purrsandpagesocala.com
Salty Cats Cafe in Panama City
- Address: Salty Cats Cafe, 1732 Bayview Ave, Panama City, FL 32405, United States.
- Opening hours: Tuesday, 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm. Wednesday, 12:00 pm – 07:00 pm. Thursday to Saturday, 12:00 pm – 05:00 pm. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
- Price: $10 per person per hour.
- Reservations: You need to book ahead to visit the cats.
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- Website: www.saltycatsrescue.org
Sassy Cat Club in Brandon
- Address: Sassy Cat Club, 735 W Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL 33511, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Wednesday, 10:00 am – 02:00 pm. Thursday, 11:00 am – 06:00 pm. Friday, 10:00 am – 01:00 pm & 02:00 pm – 07:00 pm. Saturday, 10:00 am – 08:00 pm. Sunday, 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
- Price: $15 per person per hour (or $10 for 30 minutes). Children under two enter for free.
- Reservations: Sassy Cat Club prefers reservations (through the website), but walk-ins are welcome.
- Menu: Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and cold beverages.
- Website: sassycatclubcafe.com
Tally Cat Cafe in Tallahassee
- Address: Tally Cat Cafe, 2218 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm. Friday, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Saturday, 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. Sunday, 10:00 am – 08:00 pm.
- Price: $15 per person per hour ($14 per hour if you reserved online).
- Reservations: Walk-ins are accepted based upon availability. Children under five are not allowed in the cat room, and children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Menu: All sorts of coffee and tea, as well as hot chocolate and specialty lattes (such as lavender & vanilla, mocha & marshmallow, rose & vanilla, etc).
- Website: www.tallycatcafe.com
Whiskers Workspace in St. Petersburg
- Address: Whiskers Workspace, 4699 Central Ave suite 200, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 09:00 am – 07:00 pm. Sunday, 10:00 am – 05:00 pm.
- Price: The Whiskers Oasis (the main playground of the cats) cost $15 for one hour. Access to the co-working commons is $15 per day. You can also reserve quieter rooms for more focused work.
- Reservations: By appointment only. You have to reserve your visit at least two hours in advance through the Whiskers Workspace website.
- Menu: Not a traditional café. Workspace amenities include kitchen access.
- Website: whiskersworkspace.com
The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe in St. Augustine
- Address: The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe, 112 N Ponce De Leon Blvd Unit A, St. Augustine, FL 32084, United States.
- Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm. Friday and Saturday, 09:00 am – 08:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
- Price: $11 per hour.
- Reservations: Reservations through The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe website are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome.
- Menu: Locally sourced teas, coffees, and baked goods.
- Website: wittywhisker.com
Read next: Behind the scenes at The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe in St. Augustine, Florida
Conclusion: Cat cafes in Florida
Have you visited any of Florida’s amazing cat cafes? We’d love to hear about your experiences! Whether you’ve spent time at a cat rescue café in Miami, Orlando, or somewhere in between, drop a comment below and let us know which one was your favorite.
And if you’re itching for more feline-friendly adventures, there are plenty more cat cafes to explore in Florida’s neighboring states like Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina.
If you loved this article, consider sharing it with your friends or on social media to help even more rescue cats find their forever homes! The more people who know about these wonderful cafes, the more kitties can get adopted!
Do you want to open your own cat cafe? Then check out How to Open Your Own Cat Cafe, written by the owner of The Witty Whisker Cat Cafe in St. Augustine, Florida.
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Set partly during Christmas, the book captures the warmth of the holidays while exploring the unshakable bond between a cat and his human. With its mix of humor, heartfelt moments, and festive charm, Avalon is the ideal companion for a cozy day at a cat cafe—or anywhere you want to curl up with a good story.
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What a fantastic and thorough guide to cat cafes in Florida! As a huge cat lover, this is exactly my kind of travel inspiration. I’m adding The Kitty Beautiful in Orlando and the Frisky Cat Cafe in St. Augustine to my must-visit list for our next trip to the state. Thanks so much for putting this great resource together!