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    Cats at Play Cafe

    4.5 (19 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Helene H.

    The staff was so nice. They welcomed me in, and made me a yummy Pumpkin latte. It's cozy, and cute. -there's cubby storage and a coat rack, it's a nice place to relax for an hour.

    Available for adoption on 12/21/25
    Jacquelyn G.

    Such a fun, one-of-a-kind experience! For $12 each, my boyfriend and I spent 30 minutes hanging out with 12 adorable cats that are all up for adoption; playing with toys, getting cuddles, and soaking in the cozy vibe. Highly recommend for anyone visiting or local!

    Maddie R.

    So many cuties! We booked online ahead of time which I highly recommend. Super sweet staff and you can't beat hanging out with cats.

    We popped in after we saw this on yelp. It was walking distance from our hotel. My nine year old LOVED it. Cute cats and facilities. The ladies working were delightful.

    Lisa is very passive aggressive and rude. I won't be back because of her. Her employees are polite and welcoming. But the owner has a bad energy about her.

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    Brad M.

    Awesome experience. A little pricey but proceeds go towards cat care and what not. Neat. Lovely and playful kittens and cats, the hostess was very pleasant as well! Lots of neat toys and things for the cats! Would highly suggest. Had nice beer options!

    James F.

    Wonderful business providing homes to cats and unique experiences and gifts to guests and visitors. Highly recommended!

    Cute street signage!
    Kristina S.

    2 years in the making, Asheville finally has a cat cafe! Super cute decor. Lots of drink and snack options. Nice owners. All for good of finding the kitties a home! Be sure to make your reservation in advance from their website, so you don't leave disappointed. $15 for a 70 minute visit or $10 for 30 minutes if you get lucky with a walk-in.

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    Adorable things to look at/buy for cat lovers. Nice to meet all the cats in one open place. So fun!!!

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    Make a reservation and come get your cat cuddle on. Grab a latte or a hot cider while you are here. They have juice for the little humans.

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    Capyfriends Cafe

    Capyfriends Cafe

    4.9
    (7 reviews)
    90.7 mi

    We absolutely loved our one hour experience at Capyfriends Cafe!…read more Located on the campus of Nacoochee Adventures you will find a quaint little home that has been converted into a small cafe and Capybara lounge. In the far rear room you will come face to face with these gentle, curious, and extremely large rodents. Even if you are slightly timid of animals, it is very easy to forget what they are because they are so sweet and docile. The first 20 minutes or so we were introduced to four Capy's of differing ages. The youngest was about 4 weeks old and the oldest and largest was about 8 months. All were females. We were given a handful of lettuce and carrots each to feed our furry animal friends. The typical amount of paying guests is between 8-10 people, which keeps the encounter intimate and enjoyable. During the next 40 minutes we were introduced to a new animal about every 10 minutes. The friends who came out to play included: a large Guinea Pig, a tiny Hedgehog, a hilarious Armadillo, a small dog-sized Muntjac Deer and the absolutely adorable Fennec Fox babies. Prior to this encounter I don't ever remember having knowledge of these foxes. But now that I've seen them, I will never forget them. They also offer a one hour long VIP MEET THE BABIES experience and a 30 minute Capybara only experience. Prices vary about $50 between experiences, with the CAPYBARA ONLY experience being the least costly and the VIP BABIES being the most costly. Our CAPYBARA & FRIENDS experience was right in the middle @ $125pp. Any experience is great for the whole family, but I would highly recommend the one hour tours. Our hour went by so quickly and we wanted, no, NEEDED more time with all of these wonderful creatures. Afterwards we spent the remainder of our day exploring the fun little German-inspired town of Helen, GA which also happens to be currently hosting Oktoberfest throughout the month of October. So put on your best Lederhosen and Dirndl and come spend a memorable weekend in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

    Capybara cafe is a great idea and we had a memorable time…read more The highlight of the experience is (obviously) an ability to interact with the animals (there were 3) which makes up for all other limitations. There were some adult ones and some baby ones - all are cute and as chill as you'd imagine them to be. You get to feed them with veggies and pet them. While the concept is great, the execution can use further refinement. I've imagined it being like a cat cafe (and there is a kiosk where you can get alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, which is great). However the ambiance is simply not there as the place reminds of somebody's awkward house. Unlike cat cafe where you can stroll between cats - the capybaras locked in their own room which is only accessible and visible during your designated time slot. The space is underwhelming and needs design. Think of this experience like arranging to meet your favorite celebrity ... at a random chevron gas station down I85 ... it's amazing but also ... weird.

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    The game area of "cafe"
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    Help Meowt Catfe

    Help Meowt Catfe

    5.0
    (1 review)
    68.5 mi

    I came here on a Saturday morning and looked around the store and there's so many cute cat related…read moreitems at a great price compared to the prices of other stores in Downtown Hickory! They also have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate that you can try and also buy and take home! I purchased a cute hello kitty tote bag and some golden milk turmeric powder to try! The best part is that my purchase helps feed the cats. The owner there is a wonderful lady, full of passion for these cats. I never seen anything like it! Head there on a Saturday morning after hitting the farmers market and it's a great way to destress and pet some cute kitties and drink some tea or coffee. Try not to miss it, just walk into the bottega store and walk in and you'll find the stairs to go up!

    From the owner: Help Meowt Catawba (AKA Brews & Blessings) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cat rescue based in Newton,…read moreNorth Carolina, dedicated to saving and improving the lives of community cats, foster cats, and cats belonging to low-income families. Through compassionate rescue efforts, medical care, trap-neuter-return (TNR), and thoughtful adoptions, we work tirelessly to reduce suffering and create sustainable solutions for cats in need. We believe every cat—whether feral, abandoned, surrendered, or belonging to a family facing financial hardship—deserves safety, proper medical care, and a chance at a healthy, happy life. At the heart of our organization is our community-focused catfé and education space in Newton, NC. This welcoming hub brings people and cats together, increases visibility for adoptable cats, and serves as a center for lifesaving outreach, community education, and fundraising. The revenue generated through the catfé helps fund medical care, spay/neuter programs, emergency treatments, TNR, adoptions, and other critical rescue operations. To further support our work, we also offer add-on services including cat boarding, grooming, vet tech services, and educational classes, which provide affordable resources for families while ensuring more proceeds go directly back to cats in need.

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    Hand made cat gifts from soaps to candles
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    Handmade Catnip Toys
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