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    It's The Cat's Meow Cafe

    3.9 (46 reviews)
    InexpensiveThemed Cafes
    Closed 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dena M.

    Very lovely owner who likes to crack some jokes! Most seating is up a set of stairs and most tables sit 2-4 people on them. The coffee is really good and may end up being one of my go to places from now on, nothing like what I am used to at other cafes and they have it available for purchase! I had an egg breakfast sandwich (egg, onion, tomato - mine didn't have tomato), which was also really yummy. There were a good selection of sandwiches available as well as baked goods. The owner makes everything as it's ordered so you know your food is fresh. It is a cat themed cafe so cat decorations are everywhere, but there are also some board games available to play.

    A book cat book reference inside a cat book.
    Anthony C.

    A Markham hidden treasure. I ordered a London fog and my date had a Green tea. Locals will regularly come by and have a quick chat with "Brian" the owner. Interesting it is seeing the dynamics this cafe. We dined upstairs reading cat books that were near the T.V. They also have an electric piano, and a washroom at the end of the hall. I paid with what they call "fake money" a little after we had finished our drinks. It was a unique fun experience, thank you Brian.

    Kurtis J.

    Super cosy, grab a book and read, enjoy a coffee with friends, or bang out the guitar for a round table and some laughs! Would have love to tried out the home cooked breakfast.

    Jennifer K.

    It's the Cats Meow Cafe is located just off Main Street Markham. Nice cute little neighbourhood coffee place which set up like some one house... a really homey atmosphere with tons of cats and kitten decorations all over the place! The owner/cashier/barista is nice and friendly... and makes all his customers really welcome. Cappuccino ($3.00) - tasted more like a cafe latte.. really milky.. and lack the taste of coffee They also has Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream and all their meats they serves here are antibiotic and hormone free. It's the Cats Meow Cafe is a nice alternative to the chain coffee shops..and it is an great addition to the neighbourhood.

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    Kathleen W.

    Cutest little coffee shop where locals visit for a nice cup of coffee or tea. The owner was a sweetheart and was very patient with us when we were deciding what to try! FOOD/DRINKS I only got the Catticcino and my friend got two scoops of ice cream. The cappuccino was full of flavour and was nice hot. It also had a cute cat design on top of the milk foam. There is also a nice selection of pastries but the supply and selection varies each day. The owner will try his best to make any adjustments to your salads or sandwiches! SERVICE/OTHER Friendly service and you can tell that the owner really knows the frequent patrons and their orders! It was nice seeing locals visit this place and chatting up a storm together! There is also seating outside of you want to soak up some sun. However, I would recommend checking out the decor inside on the second floor, it really adds to the atmosphere of the whole cafe. Plenty of seating! Will I visit again - this place is clawsome.

    No floor space for an X-mas tree? Hang it upside down!
    Kristian U.

    This is the transformer of all coffee shops in the Greater Toronto Area. Why? Well because from the outside looking in this modest coffee shop looks to be just a simple front counter and 2 chair shop... kind of like a take-away spot. Then you walk inside and BOOM! a set of stairs opens before you revealing a loft space filled tables and chairs, enough to easily seat 15-20. Take THAT Markham Main Street Starbucks!!! So you settle into a spot and go back down the stairs and take a look over the menu... and it's QUITE the menu. By my count it extends to over 5 white boards of options. All basic foods you would expect in a coffee shop BUT with a certain X-factor. Their meats (chicken, beef, pork) are all FLOSS certified (Fresh, Local, Organic, Sustainable, Seasonable), from local free-range farms. I spoke with the owner (Brian) and his claim is that he's been buying his meat like this long before it was trendy to do so. While I didn't have a chance to order some food this time (I had JUST eaten) I did order my go to caffeinated Americano and was plum shocked when it came to $2.50!!!! Take that times TWO Starbucks!!! Definitely my new mobile office when I'm exploring the beautiful new streets of Markham Main Street!

    Pauline W.

    After reading all positive reviews about this cafe, I came here for coffee with a girl friend on a snowy Saturday afternoon at around 4pm. The cafe is tiny but comfortable. Most seatings are provided one floor up. The place was quite busy when we arrived. Luckily, there was one table available. We tried cappuccino, latte, regular coffee and pancakes. They are not superb but good price, very friendly service, free wifi and comfortable atmosphere make this cafe special. There are lots of cats decorations. I trust people who love cats will like this cafe too.

    Seating area upstairs
    Eva B.

    Facility: Located on just off Main Street in Markham, there is a parking lot in the back if needed. The store front isn't highly visible so it may be hard to spot. You'll see a furniture store before you see The Cat's Meow. Inside, the establishment is very homey, cozy, and casual. Lots of kitschy cat decor the space isn't very big. There is a little seating upstairs, holds less than 10 patrons. Food Quality & Price: All Day Breakfast is available, as well as a lunch and dinner menu. We stopped by for a quick lunch so we ordered the chili and Soup of the Day (both come with toast). Soups were delicious, and toast is homemade with butter. We also ordered the Apple Pie (which came with ice cream) and it was to die for. Freshly warmed with some tea in a pot on the side. Total rang up to just over $10 a person which was not bad at all. Service: I believe we must have been served by the owner who was friendly and attentive. He brought us the food and drinks while manning the front when new patrons arrived. Overall: On a Monday afternoon, I was really disheartened when I couldn't find a decent lunch place that served afternoon tea. After skimming reviews on Yelp, we decided to try out The Cat's Meow. Although it might not have been the "romantic/fancy" atmosphere we were looking for, the food and service certainly satisfied our hungry tummies that day. This cafe is a great little find if you're looking for a warm lunch on a chilly afternoon!!

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    Billy K.

    A cool little cafe / ice cream shop. I drove by this place for the longest time and never tried it - glad I finally did. I like the fact that it's a local independent shop. It looks like a former house converted into a cafe. I had one thing in mind tonight... Ice Cream. The nice weather seams to be giving me ice cream cravings. They had about 20-25 Kawartha ice cream flavours to choose from. Prices are very good - $3 for a small cup, but the small is plenty. You can also get soft ice cream or slushes if you prefer. They also have a good mix of coffees and baked goods including muffins, cakes, pies and cookies. There was one gentleman working this evening and he was incredibly friendly. Not sure if he's the owner but I got the impression he might be. The place has a cool design - you order on the main floor (just two tables on this floor) but most of the seating is upstairs. Some tables and chairs placed outside if you prefer some fresh air. The cat decorations are a bit much for me, but I guess it's a selling point for some. Maybe I can convince them to take my cat :) I will be back again for sure. Give it a try if your in the neighbourhood and support a local business. BK

    Christmas vibes in the cafe
    Abigael P.

    This cafe is lovely - it's cozy and warm, even during these cold winter days. They use heaters around the space to keep the temperature nice and toasty. The man at the counter was funny and friendly - made us feel welcome. We came around 4pm on a Sunday and it wasn't too busy just a couple of families hanging out in the upstairs dining area. The coffee prices are low - $1.50 for a regular size drip coffee (and the prices include tax). The coffee had a nice strong flavour to it - a medium-dark roast. Their soy latte was $4 - it was my first time having a soy latte so I can't judge whether or not it was a good one but, based on what I had here, maybe soy lattes aren't for me - it had a woody vague soy taste. I also tried one of their raspberry yogurt muffins - it tasted "healthy" - like oats - & fruity but not the freshest - maybe a day old? I'd definitely come here again, I want to try more on their menu - they offer Kawartha ice cream and breakfast, lunch, & dinner items.

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    10 years ago

    Walked away with nothing. Coffee machine wasn't working and had no bakery items. The place was pretty dead

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    10 years ago

    Don't bother. Cute spot but way too small and sorry but it's the worst coffee I've ever tasted.

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