Reviewers describe Café Chato as a charming cat cafe with a calm, cozy atmosphere where the resident cats are well cared for, playful, and easy to bond with, and where climbing structures and plenty of space make it feel welcoming for both lounging and cat watching. The drinks and menu lean vegetarian and vegan options, with many happy about tasty coffee, sandwiches and pastries and reasonable prices, while the cat focus remains the main draw. The adoption aspect is highlighted in several reviews, giving visits a meaningful purpose beyond cafe culture. The vibe is relaxing on weekdays, ideal for studying or unwinding, but weekends can get noisy and crowded with kids, which some find distracting or less ideal for the cats. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and knowledgeable, contributing to a warm welcome, though a few mentions point to occasional cleanliness or noise issues. Overall, Café Chato is seen as a top pick for cat lovers seeking a humane, enjoyable space with good food and a strong sense of care for the animals, with a reminder to check the crowd level if seeking quiet time.
The cats are so well taken care of here, it shows in the way they love people & how affectionate they are. They have structures all over the walls for the cats to walk on, & their drinks & coffees are great & decent prices.
Will definitely come back because the kitties are so cute!
The coffee & food were okay, the best part is definitely the cats. The souvenir shop is great for any cat lovers. I suggest you go here to lounge or study, as the cats come & go. I recommend especially if you are looking to adopt.
This place is awesome! The menu is vegetarian & all the options are delicious. The coffee was well made & yummy. The cats are very well socialized & friendly. There were a lot of children bouncing around, but it was not horribly chaotic. I came on a Saturday which explains that.
Cute little cafe with delicious sandwiches & coffee. A breakfast sandwich & an iced coffee came out to less than 10$. There are a ton of cats roaming around the cafe, starting to believe they are the actual owners of this place. Staff is super friendly as well. Highly recommend just passing by to grab a quick coffee & pet a few cats/kittens
If you are a cat lover, you will love this place. I find it hard to get work done here because you want to pet all the cats. Or play with them. I went in awaiting for my car, it was nice & quiet, not too much people. I stay for several hours before I left, I found the early afternoon it start to fill. Food was very good & so was the coffee.
Staff is very helpful, kind & considerate. They have wifi while you are there if you.
The cats had all changed since the first time I was there. I was happy to know they were up for adoption. You can get to know your car before you, adoption them & bring them home
There are lots of souvenirs you can buy to help support the cats that living there at the moment.
Aug 25, 2025
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This is one of the better cat cafes. The cats are very relaxed & not stressed out. The environment is calm, very spacious. Cats have their own space. The staff are super friendly & very knowledgeable about each cat's personalities. The coffee & choice of menu items was diverse. My friend had a grilled cheese with pears. The atmosphere is very calm & relaxed & you can tell that with the cats that they are not stressed out like some other places. Also, I do want to give a shout out that I love the thought that was put into this cafe including the washroom having feminine hygiene products available for customers is above & beyond, I wish more places did that.
Good food! Good coffee! The cats are very lovely. I've gone several times now- & the only reason I *wouldn't* return again is the children. Every time I've gone, or any time my friends have gone- there's no expectation for parents controlling their children. Kids are allowed to manhandle the kittens, which is extremely unpleasant to watch. Parents are never expected to control their children's behavior- & I've had young kids crawl under my table & practically upskirt me- or have had children try to play on my table while I have food & drink. I would return if ANYTHING was done about this.
There were only 4 cats around. Two were napping, one was hiding under a couch & the one remaining kitty was not interested in the 20 other people in the cafe who were trying to get its attention.
If you are looking for some one on one kitty time, this is not the place.
May 29, 2025
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Great place to relax & enjoy time with cats if you don't have one at home. Also service is excellent & excellent choice for tea, coffees with pastries.
Cute café, that's sure to get you your fill of cat love & offer you a nice atmosphere to work or spend times with friends ! It's usually not too noisy, but if you go on "Adoption Day", it may not be the most relaxing space to be in. The cats are from a rescue & are up for adoptions. I've had the latte & the matcha latte which were both amazing ! The coffee beans seem to be a medium roast, so it does offer a more round & full-bodied flavour that isn't too acidic or fruity in notes. Only downside, in my opinion, is that I've received the wrong order in the past & when I went to inquire about it, I was turned back & told that was what I ordered. As someone with food intolerances & dietary restrictions, it makes it a bit more anxiety inducing & concerning.
