If you’re a cat enthusiast visiting or residing in the bustling city-state of Singapore, you’re in for a treat! Known for its diverse culinary scene and vibrant city life, you will be find many unique and adorable cat cafes in Singapore.
Cat cafes originated in Japan in the late 00s, giving people who did not own cats the opportunity to still spend time with them. Since then they have started opening up all over the world, such as London, Paris and of course, Singapore.
These feline-friendly havens offer the perfect opportunity to unwind, enjoy a cup of coffee, and make furry new friends. After visiting the city ourselves, we knew we wanted to share all of the different locations of cat cafés in Singapore.
Paws and Sip: A Guide to the Best Cat Cafes in Singapore
While there are cat cafes located all over Singapore, you find the most popular area for these types of cafes is Bugis.
1. Neko no Niwa
Address: 54A Boat Quay, Level 2, Singapore 049843
**Currently Closed**
Situated in the heart of Singapore’s historic Boat Quay, Neko no Niwa, which means “Cat Garden” in Japanese, is Singapore’s first cat café. This cozy space is home to a clowder of rescue cats from various backgrounds, each with their own unique personalities.
Neko no Niwa provides a tranquil escape from the bustling city, where you can indulge in some delicious treats and spend quality time with the cats.
2. The Company of Cats
Address: 6B Mosque St, Singapore 059486
Located in the vibrant Chinatown neighborhood of Singapore, The Company of Cats offers a relaxing ambiance where you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee while being surrounded by charming feline companions.
The café’s focus on promoting adoption and rescue work adds a heartwarming touch to your visit. The resident cats here are all well-cared for and eagerly await some affectionate head scratches.
3. Meomi Cat Café
Address: 668 North Bridge Rd, Singapore 188801
Nestled in the artsy Bugis area of Singapore, Meomi Cat Café is a whimsical paradise for cat lovers. With its beautifully designed space, Meomi cat cafe boasts an enchanting atmosphere that instantly transports visitors into a fairytale-like setting.
Besides providing a fantastic experience for patrons, Meomi is also committed to promoting animal welfare and frequently collaborates with local animal shelters to support rescue efforts.
4. Catopia
Address: 80 Changi Rd, Centropod #B1-10, Singapore 419715
Catopia, is another cat cafe in Bugis, offers a spacious and vibrant environment for both cats and visitors to enjoy. With plenty of interactive toys and cozy spots for the cats to laze around, this cat café ensures that the feline residents have a wonderful time as well.
Catopia places a strong emphasis on responsible pet ownership and actively encourages guests to adopt instead of shop.
Catopia also has an incredible cat hotel, for locals looking board their cats while they are on holiday.
5. The Cat Café
Address: 241B Victoria St, Singapore 188030
Conveniently situated near Bugis MRT station, The Cat Café is a delightful spot to relax and unwind with some feline therapy. This café follows a strict schedule to ensure that the resident cats get sufficient rest and attention. Visitors are also encouraged to follow house rules to maintain a stress-free environment for the cats.
6. The Cat Cafe – The Rail Mall
Address: 392 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 678046
The Cat Cafe at the Rail Mall is home to 14 cats with age ranging from 3 to 6+. The Cats at this cafe are younger – generally meaning they are more playful and active. This particular Singapore cat cafe is also wheelchair friendly.
Can children visit the cat cafes?
Many children would love the idea of visiting one of the many Singapore’s cat cafes, however, you will need to check with the individual establishment before booking.
From what we have seen, many will not allow children under the age of 11 to visit. We assume the reasoning before this could be to do with the well-being of the cats if they are not used to young children.
However, many do say to call to discuss children visiting. Therefore do not assume it is a definite no.
What do you do in a cat cafe?
Spend time with cats!
All the cafes mentioned do sell a wide range of food and drink, however, the main purpose of these coffee shops is to spend time with the cats who live there.
Many of the cats are used to human interaction and will spend time trying to get your attention. It is important to know the cats are free to do what they want, which means they are not guaranteed to spend time with you.
Before heading to any of these delightful cat cafés, it’s essential to remember that the welfare of the cats should always be a top priority. Be respectful of their space, follow the café’s rules, and ensure they’re in a stress-free environment.
Are cat cafes ethical?
I have debated this one a lot myself and I still do not know if I know my answer. Cats are a domesticated species that, for the most part, enjoy human interaction.
As you can see from above, many of Singapore’s cat cafes only use cats rehomed from rescues, which is obviously a great thing, as they are giving the cats a home. They also advertise cats looking for adoption, therefore encouraging the ‘adopt don’t shop’ movement.
But then on the other hand, behaviourally, domestic cats prefer to be solitary animals and are easily stressed. There are also high risks of cross-infection when creating a ‘multi-cat household’, which is exacerbated by the stress (due to suppression of the immune system).
I honestly believe it depends on the individual setup of the cafe when it comes to cat cafes.
We hope you enjoyed this round up of the best cafe cafes in Singapore – as you can tell, it is most definitely a city of cat lovers!