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affoGATO Cat Cafe
761 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, United States
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Review №1

The owners are always super friendly and nice! We love to stop by on a lazy Sunday afternoon to say hello to the cats and grab a delicious drink. Would give them more than five stars if I were allowed to!Be advised! If you want to visit the kitties you’ll need a reservation as they might not have room for walk-in appointments.

ka
Review №2

Such a fun cute little place to go hang out with your gals. The vegan pastries AND drink options are a huge plus. All the cats were so fun and unique with their little personalities. Unicorn was probably my favorite.

ok
Review №3

Had lots of fun. Cats were playful and friendly. friendly staff. Good food, Meow!

sn
Review №4

Love this place! People here are friendly, the place is very clean, and there are some great drinks and treats at the front. The cats that were here at the the 3 times I went here were all very friendly too. It’s almost been 2 years since I’ve last been here but I felt like I needed to write something still. Would love to go here again sometime soon!

Ta
Review №5

Absolutely love this place! Amazing coffee and snacks, we went last Halloween and saw great costumes on the staff and cats. It was so relaxing to hang out with the kitties, HIGHLY recommended! Make a reservation though if you want to be sure to get in, especially on weekends.

Ja
Review №6

We been here before on the weekend, never had a problem with walk ins before. Going to the cat cafe was a last minute plan and we remembered this place so we went in. They turned us away because they were fully booked, but nowhere on their website does it mention that they are full, and she basically inferred an appointment was necessary. We have walked in numerous times before. We didn’t even have coffee yet since we were waiting until we got here. We immediately left disappointed and went home to our cats and our own coffee. Please, put something clearly on your website about how booked you are and that you basically NEED a reservation…

Am
Review №7

This is the best place in Cleveland! Great coffee, amazing staff, beautiful, clean decor, and the best entertainment. We played with cats for an hour and then had espresso over Mitchells ice cream. I Had more fun in those couple of hours then Ive had in months. So glad this place exists, and wish it nothing but luck! Ill be back!

Am
Review №8

Such a cute place! Were all already talking about when we go back. My spiced apple chai tea was delicious. The cats were adorable and the staff was really nice and informative the whole hour we were there. Felt very open and welcoming (even in the midst of all the precautions that come with a pandemic)!

sp
Review №9

So relaxing and cute definitely will go again

Ro
Review №10

Beautiful cat cafe. Super clean. Excellent space for cats and plenty of room for humans to social distance. Good idea to use shoe covers and take temperature before entering.

Sa
Review №11

Cannot recommend this place enough. Great coffee plus a chance to play with lovely cats and kittens. The staff is also very kind.

B.
Review №12

Adopted my cats from here! Great place that does great work. Also, cool place to visit for coffee and a bite, and to pet some cats if you cannot have one at home.

Da
Review №13

I didnt get a drink, but I saw some people in line getting one and it looked amazing!! But what I did get was 1,000x better than coffee (if you know me, that is saying a lot). I was able to adopt the sweetest most beautiful little lady in the whole world through affogato! Thank you so much!!!

Ry
Review №14

Beautiful cat cafe. Super clean. Excellent space for cats and plenty of room for humans to social distance. Good idea to use shoe covers and take temperature before entering.

Am
Review №15

Really awesome spot if youre a cat lover. They have cute coffee drinks and sweets to purchase and enjoy with the cats. Highly recommend to stop here. And they offer a discount if youre a student too. When we went, there were a lot of people inside so the kitties werent really into playing that much or cuddly.

An
Review №16

AffoGATO is my favorite coffee shop in all of Cleveland! From the delicious iced and hot traditional drinks to the innovative seasonal treats, the products are winners all around. The three owners of the café are the kindest, most caring people who love their job and love the cats. We adopted our two boys through the café and every single time we stop by they all ask about them by name. They even know my standard coffee order by heart! I can’t say enough great things about AffoGATO - it’s because of them I have two kitties that being us so much happiness and comfort.

Cl
Review №17

Get a reservation! This place is awesome. Cute cats and tasty human treats.If you are looking to adopt this is a good spot. Or if you just want to spend time with cats for an hour.Update 8-4-19 Adding more pictures. Been here 3 times now. Love it!

Ce
Review №18

Great coffee, staff is super friendly and the kitties are so well taken care of.

Aa
Review №19

Looooooove this place, so much! Where do I even start? First, it was super-easy to book a reservation online, which I appreciated. We arrived, and everyone was SO FRIENDLY. Seriously! Maybe working around cats all day just makes them happy. I know Id be happy to hang out with cats all day long. Anyway. We got drinks while we waited. Shoutout to the barista (I didnt catch his name!) who knew the menu really well, and had a couple suggestions for tweaking our drinks - they were delicious! I think next time I go Im just going to ask him to make whatever he thinks is a good idea. He knows whats what. Finally - cat lounge! Its spotlessly clean, and its plenty spacious. Theres a really good cat/space/person ratio, which I appreciate. I went to a different cat cafe in Chicago once, and they crammed a ton of people into a room with just a couple cats. It really stressed the cats out - no bueno. Here, the cats seem really low-stress and happy, which I love. Theres plenty of toys to play with them, and staff are really good about letting you know about the cats different likes/dislikes (this one likes wand toys, that one doesnt like pets on the head, etc.). I love how the staff are so familiar with the cats. This way, you know the cats are well-cared-for. I wish I could adopt every single one and take them home, but alas, my husband has put the kibosh on that. Guess well just have to keep visiting Affogato.

Tr
Review №20

What a fun place!! I got to enjoy some delicious iced coffee and hang out with adorable cats. The cat room was very clean, litter boxes were in a separate room. there was a helpful attendant who filled us in on each cats personality and gave us treats to give to the kitties. It was a cool experience and Ive been raving about it all week!

Je
Review №21

What a cozy, adorable coffee shop!! The coffee and dessert selections were yummy and included vegan options. The decor was ALL cats! We interacted/loved on 17 cats, all ready for adoption. Perfect place for the avid cat lover!

Ju
Review №22

Went for an early birthday present and was not disappointed! Their staff was knowledgeable and friendly, the cats were very cuddly and sweet, and the coffee was delicious. Affordable prices, too! Booked a second appointment for Valentines Day right after my first. Absolutely worth checking out!

Ch
Review №23

Spent an enjoyable hour hanging out with some great cats. There were 16 cats at the cafe but only six of them were out in the social area, which was a little bit disappointing. But they are cats... they do what they want!!The cafe has a nice selection of coffee and tea drinks as well as some snacks you can enjoy, as well as cute cat related merchandise.With a trip!

Na
Review №24

Quite the unique spot, half coffee shop with great selections, and half reserve-some-time-to-hang-out-with-cats cafe

As
Review №25

Staff was very knowledgeable on each cats name and personalities. Also cafe staff were cheerful and welcoming! HIGHLY recommend!!! :) will return as often as possible!!

Ka
Review №26

Super friendly staff. Very respectful of the cats and loving. The coffee was amazing. Try the Alley Cat Cinnamon & Honey. Delicious!

Ma
Review №27

What a great concept! Good coffee, cute cats. The best combo! The cat lounge is very cozy but make sure you make a reservation!

An
Review №28

Very hospitable, kind people. Hosted a party and reserved the whole place!

Ma
Review №29

Really cute place. They really take care of and show a lot of love for these cats that are waiting for their forever homes

Al
Review №30

We had friends come here for a birthday outing to see the cats and get some coffee. It was so perfect, clean, interactive, and amazing concept! We will definitely come back.

Ni
Review №31

Cats were friendly and playful, staff was very helpful. We will definitely be coming back

Ra
Review №32

The place was very clean and well put together. The cats were a mix of playful and cuddly. Wonderful way to spend an hour!

Jo
Review №33

Heart warming cats in a relaxing environment. Owners were extremely friendly.

Me
Review №34

Hooray for Clevelands first cat cafe! Great little place, the check in process went smoothly, it was standing room only as we went on a Saturday and the place was full. The cat room was great with plenty of toys and places for the cats to climb! I also got some tasty coffee in the form of an americlawno. Great little place to go hang out with some cats.

Ha
Review №35

Amazing space for cat lovers ❤️❤️❤️All the cats are living their best life there, with treats, naps and endless love all day. They all look very well-groomed and happy. The cafe allows a few people in each time to ensure the cats are not stressed out. A safe heaven for these little buddies. 🐈 🐈 🐈There was also a staff in the lounge to keep an eye on them. During my visit, she was very helpful and lovely. I forgot her name but she wore this really cute cat gown 😆All menu items have adorable names like Catpawccino or Americlawno. Drinks are less impressive tho. I had Black Cat (hot chocolate) but didn’t try their desserts.Only $8/hour for students during weekdays. Free rescheduling. Highly recommended for couple dates 😉

Sa
Review №36

Great concept to help the cats of Cleveland. Excellent coffee and very friendly people who are dedicated to their cause

Ka
Review №37

We had a great time at affoGATO! The kitties were cute and the hot chocolate was tasty! Make sure you have reservations and arrive early; the waiting area can get a bit crowded, so arriving early ensures you have a seat. I also appreciate that they have parking readily available.

Ta
Review №38

A great place for cat lovers. You need to have a reservation though to hangout with cats.

Av
Review №39

I LOVE HOW NICE THESE PEOPLE WERE AND THE CATS AHHH!Good drinks and sweet treats!

As
Review №40

The staff is very knowledgeable and nice! The cats...well, theyre cats. So, lovable and playful!

Cl
Review №41

Amaaaazing! If you love cats, youll love this place! Good hot chocolate too!

Ca
Review №42

I had a great time. Next time Im in Cleveland i will have to stop by again!!

Br
Review №43

My children and I came here on opening day since we have been waiting for months for it to open. We contributed to their campaign funding when the idea was first brought to light and love everything about this place!

Ni
Review №44

Wish I could spend my whole day here! Try the Affogato!

Wi
Review №45

Had a great time. Cafe and lounge practicing social distancing and cleaning. Employees very friendly and knowledgeable. Cats precious

Me
Review №46

What a wonderful addition to Tremont! I have visited a number of cat cafes domestically and abroad and they do things really well here! In working with the APL they have friendly cats available to interact with and most for adoption. Its a really great way to bring community and a local rescue together. Not to mention they have delicious snacks and drinks available whether youre visiting the cats or not. Always a good idea to make a reservation ahead of time as this is a popular place!

Pa
Review №47

We went to see a cat that we were interested in adopting. The place was nice, very clean. I was a little uncomfortable with the staff member hovering. We didnt get the cat. Cant say it was because I felt weird with this girl hanging around or we just didnt vibe. But I would recommend!

Br
Review №48

Great place to come and relax with Cats!

Ma
Review №49

Nice cats. Good coffee

Ri
Review №50

Cats are adorable and the staff is so sweet. We will definitely be going back again.

Di
Review №51

We stopped up recently to visit with the cats and will definitely be back.Friendly atmosphere and delicious coffee and sweets. The cats were sleepy but we were able to pet and interact with them. We lost our cat of 16 yrs to cancer 5 months ago and this cafe will be a wonderful way for our family to spend time with adoptable cats.

Em
Review №52

The people who run the cafe are very nice and very knowledgeable about the cats they take care of. The hot chocolate was good. I would recommend going earlier in the day rather than later though, because we went for the last shift of the day and the cats were kind of overstimulated and tired by then. They were still very sweet, but they werent very interested in spending a lot of time with humans. I love what this organization does for the cats though.

Mi
Review №53

Absolutely loved this place. The coffee was fantastic, I got a cappuccino, my friend got their espresso with ice cream and she loved it. We had scheduled time with the cats and got to meet all the adoptable kitties there and the staff was incredibly helpful. We learned a lot about the cats and got to give so much loving to all of them and get some energy out of them. If your looking for a cat to adopt I highly recommend booking some time here, it give you a good amount of quality time with them. I also recommend this place if you love cats like me, but cant get one because of where you live. All good things to say from me!

Pa
Review №54

Very very pleased. Our food was great and the atmosphere was so nice. Our server Tiffany was amazing. Loved her energy. She even took time to show us how to play Keno...lol!You definitely need to come and enjoy a am awesome meal at WILDCATS CAFE!

Ro
Review №55

Coffee was great. Staff was super friendly. I went on a Tuesday and the cat area was under deep clean. Still had a lovely chat with the staff about how to make a reservation and when is a good time to come. Love that they work directly with the APL. Support these guys and make a reservation if you want some cat interaction.

Br
Review №56

What a wonderful cat Cafe! The staff were so helpful and nice, and very welcoming to my kids and I. Loved the quirky cat personality descriptions. The actual cat lounge is a very large, open, and adorably decorated space with more than enough comfy seating and fun cat toys. If you are a cat lover, this is your home away from home.

ar
Review №57

I recently went here, and I love it! The food is great. The interior is nice and modern, and the cats are adorable! The staff were helpful and extremely kind. The room is a little small, but it didnt bug me. The brownie was overpriced, though. If shes still there, and your looking to adopt, ask about Polly! Overall, very happy with my experience! Would come again! 😻

Tr
Review №58

I buy the coffee and some of the desserts. The service is prompt and the people are very friendly. Highly Reccommend

Sa
Review №59

Such an adorable place! The staff is super friendly and informative, they answered all my questions thoroughly and were absolutely amazing! Not to mention the cats are super adorable, and the food was lovely! Such a cozy place

Me
Review №60

We had a wonderful time hanging out with the cats and drinking tea/coffee. It was also a treat to watch the 268th adoption of a cat. I wish shelters were able to be open and home-like for all creatures. 🐈

It
Review №61

Very inviting and cozy. It has a nice selection of cafe items as well as some of the sweetest cats Ive met. The staff is very nice and helpful as well

C
Review №62

Stopped by on a whim. Initially surprised by the high entrance fee, but in retrospect it makes sense. My daughter and I had a great time drinking tea and snuggling cats. Would definitely go again.

Ru
Review №63

I cant say enough good things about this place. I went there today for the 1st time with a group of friends. Couldnt be a nicer place. We were ushered into the main Room at 4 oclock. We got to spend an hour playing with and petting all the cats that were there. They have a number of resident cats who live there, plus a number of others that are up for adoption. The Room is really nice. They have a couple of different towers for the cats to hang out on. Plus lots of toys for them to play with. The people that work there are just great. Very friendly and they really care about the kittys. They tell you right up front which cats are more sociable and which are less so. In the back they have profiles of all the cats. The have their names and their pictures on the wall. I really cant recommend this place enough. So very much fun.

Se
Review №64

Really cool place and excellent coffee. The coffee area is small so seating is limited as people wait for their cat reservation time. Definitely make sure to book your cat reservation in advance. Even on a very cold January Sunday evening, all reservations to see the cats were booked (probably because the place is new and popular)

Br
Review №65

Cool place. The cat theme is fun. Coffee us from CLE Rising Star (very good). Please check this place out and support a great local business. If you want to hangout with the cats, sign up online before you visit.

Mi
Review №66

This place is amazing! What a great time well worth the drive and money! We will definitely be going back 😺

Be
Review №67

Tranquil and quiet, and full of kitties and friendly staff. A great place to relax and decompress, Id highly recommend it for anyone who has an hour to burn or needs to de-stress. If youre thinking of adopting a rescue cat, this is also a great resource as you can spend time with cats to see who might be a good fit, and the cats are definitely socialized with other felines and used to human interaction. The cafe part also has great snacks and coffee. Students get a discount too, so come bring your class reading which you relax next to some sleepy kitties

Sa
Review №68

I just went there and it felt like I was in a dream. All the cats were so sweet and the facility was great. They kept the cats happy, healthy and safe I would love to come here again, the resident cats are so sweet! One of the best experiences ever, 10/10 recommend, these people are amazing and so are the cats!

At
Review №69

Wonderful service, staff was friendly and helpful. Good coffee, comfortable seating, friendly cats. Easy to understand menus, order cards and cat board. Rules were straightforward. Would recommend and go again.

Th
Review №70

Cat cafes are such wonderful concepts! I had such a great time. The staff is fantastic and the cats of course are wonderful. Plenty of comfortable seating to cuddle and play with the cats. The 2 resident cats are complete charmers. I loved it and will definitely be back.

Me
Review №71

Fantastic for any cat lover! We went the very first day it opened just for fun and left with a cat - the very first adoption they had :) Such a great way to get to know the cats and their personalities before an adoption. Highly recommend!

Be
Review №72

Great staff and a lot of fun!

Ch
Review №73

Amazing coffee amazing cats and amazing staff

He
Review №74

This place is awesome! The people that work there really care about the cats. They explained which cats were sassy or grumpy, so any humans know to pet at their own risk. All of the cats are adoptable, i believe, so this is great way for the rescued cats to socialize with other cats and humans. Plan on taking my kids there soon. Under 5 is free. Make reservations, especially during busy times like weekends. Keep up the awesome work!!!!

Ma
Review №75

Great staff that made the process of meeting and adopting my cat super personal and easy. They answered all my questions and gave me time to get to know my cat before adoption. You can tell they love what they do. Great atmosphere, great cats, and great people!

Ja
Review №76

Cool place to meet some very sweet cats. Coffee was pretty good too. When we visited there was bunch of kids running around which scared some of the cats. Parents weren’t paying any attention of course but at least the staff stepped in to tell the kids to calm down. Besides that a good visit. Will stop by again

Mi
Review №77

The cats are fun and in a cozy well decorated spacious room. The staff is helpful. The tea, coffee and snacks are delicious!

Je
Review №78

Clean and organized. Staff was very friendly. Only had a cup of coffee, so cant speak to food/bakery. Lots of great props and toys to play with the cats

JA
Review №79

Rude hipsters that act like theyre better than the people coming through the door, at least if you have never been there. Unfortunately make you feel very unwelcome. I will never they to come back.

Jo
Review №80

If you love cats, youll enjoy this place. Small but nice selection of drinks and desserts. Good size room with multiple cats. New cats weekly because they adopt out several a week. Make a reservation, we saw several people turned away because there wasnt room and they hadnt made a reservation.

Gl
Review №81

What an absolutely lovely experience! We arrived a few minutes early and ordered a mocha, which was delicious. Everyone was very friendly, welcoming, and relaxed. Our reservation was confirmed when we entered, then at our time the rules were explained and we moved into the cat area. My heart breaks for all these cats, I wanted to take them all home. We had a great time playing with all the cats, one of them seemed to attach to me and purred and rested on my lap for about half our visit. I know we will be back regularly!!!

Ol
Review №82

A wonderful little café where cat lovers will feel at their most comfortable. All different cats that are well taken care of and all have different personalities, the coffee and pastries where delicious and where lovely to drink and eat while you pet one of the local feline residents. Very therapeutic environment. My only complaint was how small the café actually was! Would love to see an expansion in the future.5☆/5☆ Absolutely loved it ❤🐈

Ca
Review №83

A safe, friendly, welcoming environment for cats and cat lovers in a beautifully remodeled space. Its well worth a call to reserve your spot. Youll find it difficult to leave, very rewarding experience.

pr
Review №84

I love cats but I have dogs at home so this is the perfect place to get my kitty fix! Friendly and knowledgable staff, cool and cozy setting and of course the CATS! make every visit relaxing and fun!

Ji
Review №85

Very friendly staff. The cat are so much fun to play with and pet. We did not get food this time but it looked nice.

Ja
Review №86

Cool cafe with unique niche. Great coffee and espresso. Polite and courteous staff.

Sa
Review №87

Fun place to take my cat loving daughter for a visit to play with cats since we cant have another one right now, but also when we can have one we will come here to see if we find one.

Ot
Review №88

Best place for hangout

Ur
Review №89

Love love love this cafe. The cats are amazing and have a wide range of personalities, the staff members are very friendly and helpful, and they serve a mean cup of coffee! I adopted my cat from here through the Cleveland APL and I love her to death, and she just loves the catnip kickers so much we drive all the way there to get them lol. We’ve even bought some for our friends’ cat :) Very affordable, clean, and fun; I highly recommend this cat cafe.

Kr
Review №90

This place is amazing!! The staff is so nice, the cats are SO SWEET. The food and drinks are a great plus. Highly recommended. 😻😻😻

Sc
Review №91

If you love cats, interested in adopting or cant have cars where you live, but want to play with some in very clean environment, this is the place. They sell specialty coffee and snacks as well. Small, but located in a up and neighborhood, free parking lot in rear of property. You hsve to make an appointment to play with the cats. Reasonable prices though. They do get busier on weekends

Al
Review №92

Really cute Cafe! The workers/owners are clearly cat people and are super nice and helpful. The drinks are great too (creatively named to go along with the cat theme).

Me
Review №93

AffoGato is a bright, open, and welcoming space for humans and felines! The cats are relaxed and clearly feel comfortable and at-home in the cat room that was built with their needs in mind. Highly recommend for a stress-reducing afternoon or a unique and memorable outing!

Ma
Review №94

The cats were few and all napping or occupied. Personally I didnt expect much going in, but my poor girlfriend was so disappointed. If like quiet environments and a comfortable atmosphere with the occasional creepy cat staring at you. By all means dive in.

Ma
Review №95

Fun! Good coffee and treats. Cute cats (albeit not as many as I hoped). Very cool mission too. Worth a visit.

Ja
Review №96

Cure little place with a punny cafe menu and a friendly staff. The cafe part itself was a little small, and only had barely enough space to house those waiting for their reservation time. So there were a few people left standing who wanted coffee.The cat interaction part is cozy and relaxing. Lots of space to play and not be on top of each other. The hour we were in there went by quickly.Decent array of coffee drinks, as well as teas and hot chocolate, with soy and almond milk options available for the lactose intolerant.

Me
Review №97

It was an overall paw-sitive experience from all fronts! Customer service was on the ball from the moment we walked in the front door, plenty of parking in the back, and the cat lounge was clean and comfortable!The only downside was that, by the end of the day, the cats seemed a bit tired of people (we only saw 10/16 cats), but that just comes with the territory of offering cats to the public :)Cant wait to visit again!

Li
Review №98

Awesome place run by amazing and passionate people. Great food too! Such a fun time!! Ive already been at least 5 times!!!

ch
Review №99

This place was so cute and the staff were very friendly. I cant wait to go back!

Na
Review №100

The idea is awesome and I’m so glad this place exists but really, not enough cats for the amount of people! 15 people and only 8 cats, but really only 3 that wanted to play. I might call ahead before making a reservation to see how many cats are there or only go if not a lot of people are signed up! It made the experience a little lackluster!

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  • Address:761 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, United States
  • Site:https://affogatocatcafe.com/
  • Phone:+1 440-941-5130
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Animal shelter
  • Cafe
  • Dessert shop
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:4–7:30PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–12PM
  • Thursday:7AM–12PM
  • Friday:9AM–2PM
  • Saturday:9AM–2PM
  • Sunday:Closed
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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