Nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego, The Cat Café pairs expertly pulled espresso and fresh local pastries with the calming company of adoptable rescue cats. As Southern California’s first cat café, it offers a bright, welco...
The reviews paint a sharply divided picture, with customer service being the major point of contention. Many visitors rave about friendly, accommodating staff and wonderful experiences with well-cared-for cats available for adoption. Families particularly love the concept, and several reviewers mention the owner's kindness and the cafe's genuine commitment to cat rescue. The feline residents get mixed reviews themselves, with some finding them friendly and playful while others describe them as less socialized. However, there's a consistent pattern of complaints about rude or disengaged staff members that's hard to ignore. Multiple recent reviews describe unwelcoming interactions at the front desk, from eye-rolling to dismissive responses to basic questions. Some visitors report feeling like an inconvenience rather than a customer. There are also concerns about the appointment system not being clearly communicated and occasional early closures. If you decide to visit, making a reservation in advance is essential, and you might want to prepare for the possibility of inconsistent service depending on who's working that day.
Hello from ky. We had an awesome visit with Jacey, Ed, mango and all the others kitties. This week is our daughter’s 17 th birthday and this is one of her things she wanted to do. They were playing and affectionate. If u need 1 hour of respite and fun visit the cat cafe!
Glenda Adams
June 23, 2026
Hello from ky. We had an awesome visit with Jacey, Ed, mango and all the others kitties. This week is our daughter’s 17 th birthday and this is one of her things she wanted to do. They were playing and affectionate. If u need 1 hour of respite and fun visit the cat cafe!
Glenda Adams
June 23, 2026