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.
2026/03/04: Drinks were good. Not that many cats - as per the wall, there were 4 on site. Only 2 were'friendly' & seeking to be pet. Two others were recently adopted out so perhaps it's more occupied with cats at other times? The floor needs to be swept more often, it was only an hour after opening & there were little bits of litter box bits all over.
It was an experience, but not as fun as all the Japanese cat cafe videos I've watched on YouTube made it look like lol.
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!
Jan 29, 2026
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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.
Amazing drinks & food, even lovelier atmosphere. the kitties are so sweet, it's a great place to do work & relax. I love this cafe, & they even have a great merch collection!!! 🥰
Apr 25, 2025
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The best café I've found in Montreal (the cats alone might justify it), but even more so, their prices are reasonable, everything is vegetarian, & the food & drinks are amazing! Plus, the workers are super kind & seem genuinely passionate about their job-they're always happy to chat.
I highly recommend visiting this place on weekdays when it's less crowded. The calm atmosphere gives the cats more freedom to come out & play, making it easier to interact with them. When it's busy, the noise can get a bit overwhelming & take away from the experience. We usually try both the hot & cold drinks-they're reasonably priced. They also have cat souvenirs & artist merch on display, though some of the souvenirs can be on the pricier side.
I went here with my bestfriend to go see some cats & have a drink. We both got the Italian soda & turns out- you can add multiple syrups together for a mixed flavor! The cats were great & adorable but there were a lot of kids running after them 😭😭. Overall, it was really great!
Aug 28, 2024
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Whenever someone new asks for cafe recommendations, I ALWAYS suggest going here. Firstly, the staff are so kind & fun! You can tell they really enjoy their job (which, understandably so!). The food is also incredible. Their cookies are wonderfully soft, sandwiches perfectly crisp, & drinks are absolute heaven. Obviously, the atmosphere here is also amazing (unless you don't like cats, which, in that case, sounds like an issYOU) with multiple kitties running around, napping, & overall being adorable. My only complaint is that it's too popular! Try to avoid peak hours if you want a seat, because it can often be full.
What a cute cafe! In addition to joy of the cats, the food & drinks were delicious. It was quite busy, but the staff were quick & kind. There were so many families enjoying themselves & the cats that want to be social get all the love they could imagine! The cats that prefer peace can get away on the wall perches & ceiling beams in addition to their own human-free area in the cafe. Will definitely be returning!
Food was lacking but that is to be expected from this type of establishment. If you come here, come here for that cats & drink. The food is not very flavorful & the staff only appears to be 2 people so service is a little slow. The employees are very friendly though so just coming here to chill with kittys is nice.
What an amazing experience! It was simply amazing 😍 The cats are very friendly & playful. The adult cats are calmer & love patting, the kittens love playing (& some also love patting). You can't get enough of them. The coffee & the matcha latte were excellent. Point out that it was the 1st time that I drink matcha latte(& without even sugar) & it tatsed really good. The ladies at the cashier were very friendly. The ambiance is really beautiful, it's the perfect place to relax, enjoy a cup of coffee & enjoy the presence of cats.
Jun 30, 2024
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Absolutely LOVED my experience at this cute cat cafe! The drinks we ordered were yummy & the staff were super welcoming. The cats are adorable & very playful! This place has won my heart, I will be returning & recommending it to all of my cat lover friends! 😻
If you love cats & coffee, (but mostly cats), you will be delighted by the atmosphere. The staff is super friendly. They are cats lovers, & they know their cats. Prices are very affordable & a nice selections of coffees & other drinks.
There's a lot to love about a cat cafe, especially if you're a cat person who chooses to no longer have cats at home. I love that this is so welcoming, has great drinks & food, & is kid friendly. However, that last point is where it loses a star. The past few times I've visited, there have been kids literally running, screaming, & throwing toys anywhere & everywhere. On one occasion, an employee had to ask a woman several times to calm her child before they finally left (maybe they were asked to leave, I don't know). I understand kids may get overexcited by all the adorable cats, but parents, *please* follow the cafe's rules & encourage your kids to remain calm, which will ultimately make for a better kid-cat experience anyway.
So... honestly, for a café, it's pretty average. Some items were reasonably priced, & others were not. If I had to name an item I was truly satisfied with, it was the soup of the day. The soup was done perfectly, with no flaws to me at the very least. I loved it, even though I am often very picky on soup & the flavors from it. I had the berries smoothie, & it was really good. It was honestly very good for the price as well. I did not have the pastries, but my friends who were with me mentioned that it was good. However, the sandwiches & paninj were overpriced & questionable. At the very least... the sandwiches were really small despite their price... (10,45$) There really is not much to say considering that it is a cafe, not a restaurant, nor a bakery. As such, here's the main thing to pay attention to. Surely, if people go to a cat cafe, it's mainly for the cats, not the food. Well, if you're fine with drinks here, then it's definitely worth the visits. The cats were very adorable & playful. The cafe is fairly peaceful, so it is a great place to study & relax around cats. They provide cat toys as well so that customers can play with the cats. Although it is outside of downtown Montreal & that the food is pretty average, I have to agree that it is worth visiting at least once. I think it's also important to mention that they have adorable merchandise at decent prices. I got a pair of cats that can connect with one another, & that was 7$. Another thing: there is another cat café in downtown Montreal. However, I didn't like how it was really crowded, making it hard to relax with cats. So really, this place was great for giving the sense of relaxation & peace.
