If you love coffee and cats, then Catfé Montclair in New Jersey is the perfect place for you. I recently visited and had such a relaxing time that I want to share my experience with you! Impact-Site-Verification: 6e2b7a74-f2a7-43bf-a576-a10655777c64
What Is Catfé Montclair?
Catfé Montclair is a cozy cafe in Montclair, New Jersey, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while hanging out with friendly cats. It’s a place where you can sip your favorite drink and relax, all while getting some quality feline time. The best part? The cats are available for adoption! Many of the cats you see there are looking for forever homes, so you might just meet your new best friend.
The cafe’s mission is to create a calm space where people can unwind and to help adopt out cats that need homes. They work with local shelters to give the cats a safe place to stay while they wait to be adopted. So, you are not only getting a relaxing experience, but you are also supporting a good cause.
Why Should You Visit?
Catfé Montclair is more than just a cafe. It is a place to escape the busy world outside and relax. With the state of the world right now, the timing to visit is perfect. Being around cats has been shown to help reduce stress, make you feel happier, and even lower blood pressure. So, spending time at this cat cafe in Montclair can help you feel better while enjoying your drink.
The best part is, you can interact with the cats. Whether they are curled up next to you, chasing a toy, or just lounging around, the cats at Catfé Montclair are friendly and love attention. Some prefer to be left alone while others are more interactive. They are all well taken care of and are used to people, which makes it easy for visitors to connect with them.
What to Expect When You Visit
When you first walk into the building and up the stairs to the Catfé Montclair, you will notice a locked door. The first door, the host will open and let you inside to have a look around the immediate area to take off your coat or shoes. The host will check you in and advise you of the basic rules of the cat café during your visit.
Tea and coffee are complimentary and included in the admission fee. The cafe also serves a variety of tea that you can fix yourself. I had a delicious chai latte.
The environment is colorful and cozy. There is merch for sale, and nostalgic cat photos are hung from the walls and displayed. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I like how calm and peaceful it feels. The cafe has comfy seating, soft lighting, and a warm vibe that makes you feel right at home.
It is the perfect spot for hanging out alone, meeting up with friends, or even going on a date. In my case, I had my husband and sister tag along for a relaxing Sunday afternoon out and about.
My Experience
Beyond the small entryway is the door that leads to the larger room where the cats and visitors interact.
When the three of us arrived early Sunday afternoon, it was quite busy and loud. A large group of friends who had arrived beforehand were enjoying the last 15 minutes of their reserved time.
However, as the time limit approached for the visitors who arrived beforehand came to an end, the vibe in the café calmed down.
The cats are definitely the stars of the show. During my visit, I was able to pet a few, watch them play, and just enjoy being around them. In a separate small room, two black kittens were enjoying their naptime together.
The café offers plenty of toys visitors can use to interact with and entice the cats. The walls are sprinkled with cat photos and information about the names and ages of the café cats. The hardwood floors and space are clean and tidy, and the cats are well taken care of.
The large room has a bohemian, relaxed feel with space for window seating among the cat trees spread about.
There is plenty of activity to keep the cats busy. After several people left and the vibe calmed down, the cats followed suit and decided it was time for a nap.
Overall, it is a great place to relax, whether you want to spend some quiet time or have fun with the cats.
Location and Hours
Catfé Montclair is easy to find in downtown Montclair, NJ, making it a great spot to visit if you’re in the area.
Address:
Catfé Montclair
356 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 5
Montclair, NJ 07042
Hours:
- Thursday: 3:00 -7:00 pm
- Friday: 3:30 -8:00 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 – 7:00 pm
- Sunday: 11:00 – 6:00 pm
Reservation Times
- 30 minutes
- 60 minutes
To make sure there’s space for everyone, Catfé Montclair takes reservations, so be sure to book your spot online before you go.
Why You Should Go
I give this place two thumbs up! If you love cats, coffee, or just need a break from your day, Catfé Montclair is the place to be. You can sip a drink, relax, and enjoy the company of adorable cats. Plus, if you fall in love with one of the cats (which is hard not to do!), you might be able to adopt them and take them home!
It is also a great way to support local animal organizations by spending time with the cats that need homes. You might just meet your new furry best friend!
Tips & Final Thoughts
If you are planning to visit, be sure to make a reservation online to secure your spot. Reservation times are booked in 30- and 60-minute blocks. Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early to maximize your time and allow time to find street parking beforehand. Also, for those with physical limitations, the cat café is in a building walk-up, so there is no elevator access – only stairs. There is a restroom located in the main hallway at the end of the hall (same floor as the cat cafe).
It is the perfect place for a chill afternoon or to meet up with friends. There a plenty of quaint shops and diverse restaurants nearby, so if you work up an appetite after playing with the cats, you have options.
So, grab your feline-loving friends, book a spot, and enjoy some cat time at Catfé Montclair. You will not regret it!
