NEKO Cat Cafe Seattle

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NEKO Cat Cafe Seattle

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519 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122

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Sip wine, sake, coffee & play with adoptable cats  

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Where to Eat and Drink in Seattle During the Taylor Swift Eras Tour - Eater Seattle

"Swift’s three cats Olivia, Meredith, and Benjamin Button may not be in attendance, but plenty of other felines will be for the Taylor Swift listening paw-rties at the NEKO Cat Cafe on July 21 and 24 from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Along with cat cuddles and a singalong, admission includes a Swiftie shortbread cookie and drink. Tickets for July 21 are already sold out, so speak now if you want to book for July 24." - Zoe Baillargeon

https://seattle.eater.com/2023/7/20/23800940/where-to-pregame-eat-drink-before-seattle-eras-tour-taylor-swift-parties
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What Happens to the Kitties at a Seattle Cat Cafe When the Place Is Closed? - Eater Seattle

"Even though Capitol Hill’s cat cafe Neko has been temporarily closed for months due to the pandemic, the furry residents are hanging out there. Co-founder Caitlin Unsell says most of the cats were adopted when all restaurants, bars, and coffee shops were closed for indoor service in the spring, but those that were put in foster care have now returned to the cafe." - Gabe Guarente

https://seattle.eater.com/2020/8/6/21357214/cats-neko-cafe-capitol-hill-adoption
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Sydney Slayter

Google
This was such a great experience! we were in Seattle traveling for the week and missing our cats at home, so we decided to pop in for a visit! $25 for a 45 minute session with the cutest, sweetest, cats in Seattle! I definitely recommend coming here as the fee goes to a good cause, and you get a great experience out of it. It’s very clear that these cats are loved and well taken care of! I also recommend the Fez Mint Tea! It was delicious on that cold Seattle night. :)

Grace Naseef

Google
I booked an appointment in advance to visit the Neko kitties. The staff was friendly and it was nice to have drinks and snacks available. The visit was 45 minutes long and time was shared with 8-10 cats and a few other people who had booked. I loved the cats even if many of them were ready for naps during our visit. Some of the cats are residents while others are available for adoption. Staff wipe down the space between visits. Well run cafe! I'd love to go back if I'm ever back in Seattle!

Minh Bui

Google
Please consider all this stuff before booking so you wont feel like you wasted your money like me…. First when u book online you have to pay 25$ for 45min session and you have to tip them. Later if you decide to order coffee at the store they will ask u again to tip… after you are all set, you can head in to the ONLY room that they already has 6 or 7 cats sleeping/hanging in there. So the next part will see if you are lucky or unlucky in your life…if you’re unlucky like me you will share a room(not really big) with 8-9 other people…..please keep in mind there was also several cats in the room already…. All the Cats have a little door to use to go to the other room… but if you are in there with 8 other people…and if all of u order coffee, you dont even have enough tables to put coffee on…..and not to much space to move around….. Also, f you have someone bring like a camera to do vlog and they just stick it to a specific “sleeping” cat and not moving at all….there might be a chance that you cannot pet or come close to any cats. I had problems breathing with too many people in a small space so we left early…and i also know if cats sniff me and turn away and nap I should leave them alone…like no petting and not disturb…but the whole time I was there, all the cats were in “do not disturb” mode and they were being disturbed perpetually….:( And if you’re lucky you don’t have to share the room with too many people. Anyway all the cats seem healthy and in average weight. After all It could be a place for u to check out adoptable cat and hang out with them before you bring them home. Just be aware its small and crowded at times. But if you are like me cannot have pet in the house message me I will message u a different place you can have one on one sessions with cats for an hour..

Jolene H

Google
I loved this place! Will highly recommend to people who love cats. It is extremely queer/lgbtq+ friendly which I loved, so immediately felt comfortable. Atmosphere was really good and staff very friendly. I loved how the room was set up. I am neurodivergent as well so I find it hard to sit still, so I loved that there is the floor you can sit on with soft carpet and they invite you to climb the bench’s and move around. It wasn’t like you had to be static just sitting on the bench. The coffee was really good too! All the cats very sweet and adorable. Really checked all the boxes for me! I felt super comfortable and happy to be there.

A. Gaeta

Google
The cats were the friendliest out of all the cat cafes I have visited (and as someone frequently in need of feline therapy, I have been to many!). Space was very clean, and the staff were friendly, professional (purr-fessional?), and clearly care deeply about the well being of their kitties. I loved visiting, and will continue to make NEKO part of my yearly tradition when in town for SakuraCon.

Kai Miller

Google
The staff is lovely and so are the cats! The animals were very cute and friendly and the drinks were great! Such a fun spot. Definitely recommend.

Marissa Bartley

Google
Great experience! Was able to make a reservation shortly before we arrived. Staff was friendly and attentive. Establishment is clean and had plenty of seating. Cats were a blast to see, all super friendly and some even cuddled!

Lilian Franco

Google
Great experience. I had visited once before in passing for a beverage and a peek at the kitties, but I'm happy to have been able to book a visit with the kitties this time around. It was definitely worth it! Be sure to check out the sweet pickles collar bow ties if you're looking to spice up your own kitty's wardrobe.
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Maxwell A.

Yelp
On the lower slopes of Capitol Hill nestles a somewhat peculiar tourist destination: one of Seattle's handful of cat cafes, known as Neko. Through my stressful time living two blocks away from Neko while fostering my beloved cat with a relative in another neighborhood, this little space set into the ground on the corner of Pine and Belmont gave me solace with its array of beautiful, inquisitive cats rolling playfully around their amply-provisioned room or sleeping comfortably in the windows (and sometimes posing for my camera). When I had the time to come in, the pawtenders greeted me pleasantly and helped me get to know the cats and unwind from the tension of the day. In an age of drama and high tension, Neko's Seattle location provided an island of feline and human calm. The pawtenders were always pleasant and willing to talk, and the menu was always fun to check out. The options for _pan_ (a Japanese pastry with a filling that's usually savory) make for a delightful snack, the cat-shaped cookies are a delight to view, and the everpresent coffee (as well as tea and kombucha) is good and reasonably-priced for the neighborhood. The available alcoholic drinks (beer, cider, wine, and hard seltzer) are pleasant but not too strong, and the pawtenders watch over patrons carefully to make sure they're not too intoxicated to abide by the calm atmosphere or interact safely with the cats. The cafe section of this location is small but boasts a comfortable ambience. On less busy days, it is a wonderful place to have some coffee or tea and a snack and dwell with a book or some work for a while. However, if you do, be aware that large groups of visitors preparing to enter the cat room will come and go. Of course, the cat room is the main feature here. I confess I have never gone into it; the time and pricing ($22 for 45 minutes with the cats) was never right for me, and I never had a good group to do it with. But I have observed from both outside on the sidewalk and inside at the counter how much fun the visiting groups have with the cats--as well as how active, healthy, and entertained all the cats are. The employees all adore their location's cats and will be happy to bend your ear about the status of their favorites and whether the latest of the adoptable residents has found a fur-ever home. It is always a delight to pause by the windows on my way past the cafe late at night and observe the cats playing with the closing employees as they clean the room and check on the feline residents. The impression I get is also that the employees are respected and treated well, which is a major aspect I look for at any business location involving customer service employees. Pawtenders are granted the authority to use their own music playlists at the bar (one of the specific things I look for when trying to gauge what freedom and respect they have, due to my own experiences in retail and customer service), and more than that, some of them are invited to sell their cat-themed independent art in the location along with the official Neko products. I can't end without a shoutout to those official products: Neko has a wide array of fun merchandise themed around both cats in general and the Neko business in particular, from clothing to enamel pins to cat toys. In particular, I am deeply endeared to their practice of creating and selling monthly stickers and enamel pins of resident cats, encouraging visitors to get to know and love their feline personnel. Although I no longer live around the corner from this location, I have it in mind to return here seeking an island of genial calm and feline affection still.
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J Y.

Yelp
Went to Neko Cat Café with my dog on Jan 8th, thinking it would be a chill spot to grab a milk tea. Sadly, it wasn't. The staff told me dogs aren't allowed inside. Fair enough--until I explained my dog is a service dog and cat-friendly. That's when things took a turn for the worse. They hit me with some BS excuse about being an adoption center and said no dogs (even service dogs!) are allowed on the premises. Uh, what? Are you kidding me? Let's get one thing straight: It's illegal to deny access to a service dog. Businesses can't just decide to ignore federal law because it's inconvenient for them. But instead of acknowledging that, Neko Cat Café doubled down on their policy. Here's the real kicker: This place isn't some purely charitable animal shelter. It's a for-profit business making money off drinks, beer, wine, snacks, and a cover charge for people to come play with their cats. If you're making money from customers, you don't get to hide behind "we're an adoption center" to dodge the law. It's a café first and foremost, and federal law applies. What disgusts me the most is the hypocrisy. I've been to plenty of actual non-profit shelters, and not once has any of them denied entry to a service dog. Yet here's Neko Cat Café--a business raking in money--acting like the rules don't apply to them. At the end of the day, this is just a greedy business hiding behind the guise of being a "shelter." They want the perks of being an adoption center but without following the laws every other business has to follow.
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Belldandy O.

Yelp
I made a reservation for two online and the total was $54.90 ($25 per person, plus tax). My sister and I showed up about 15-20 minutes early for our reservation, so we took some time to look over the menu and order a few items. We order a cookie, a milk tea in a can, and the Meowmosa to share. The cats are all so lovely. They are SO SOFT!!! They are very well taken care of. It was very peaceful and quiet in the room with the cats. All 12 didn't make an appearance, but we did see almost all of them. Great experience, even for someone like me who is allergic to cats. I didn't even sneeze, or feel itchy being with them for the evening!
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Alexis C.

Yelp
This is a small intimate cafe with some cats that are full time residents and some that are up for adoption. They have appointments for the cat room at the top of the hour and it is a 45 minute experience. The servers were very nice and really played into to cat puns when we walked in for food. We went in the evening at 6pm and the cats were kind of sleepy so that is something to consider. Overall a great family experience. We had reservations on the weekend and it fills up pretty quick!
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Lil Jeep B K.

Yelp
Cute adorable cats; great therapy for those who love cats ‍meows and purrs are purrrfect to pet or adopt
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Tiffany L.

Yelp
Stopped by for a 45 min session ($25 pp) to play with the cats! We had a sweet time and were joined by six other people (8 people max per time slot are allowed in). Love that you can order beer / snacks / other drinks if you want, and you can enjoy these while in the room with the cats. Couple of rules they lay out: 1. No picking up any cats 2. Use hand sanitizer when entering the room They also gave us each treats to feed to the cats! All in all had a very nice and relaxing time here. Would definitely recommend!
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Josh D.

Yelp
Review for 7/30 There's beer and snacks they offer at the counter and you can take them inside the play room while enjoying your time with the cats! Those 45 minutes go by quick and the cat bouncer was really friendly and informative. I didn't enjoy being inside the cafe and play room considering how hot it was, but luckily the staff brought out the AC/fan. On the otherhand, the cats were super adorable and petting them really reduced my stress and anxiety. They have a list on the new cats who just came in and it also shows who's available to adopt. Although it was really hot/humid, I have to give them 5 stars for their involvement of caring for these little ones and finding them a new home.
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Cari A.

Yelp
I stopped by Neko since they generously supported our conference attendees by providing us with a discount. Pros: -it's a cat cafe in Capitol Hill!!! -the decor is very cute inside -lots of great signage outside to let you know where they are -the staff was fabulous to work with Cons: -none!
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Minnette T.

Yelp
When arriving definitely look out for their door as it was easy to miss since they are a semi-basement unit. When you enter you see the cat room to your left and cute merch to your right, and the merch definitely does not disappoint. The cafe area is very well kept and cute. There's something for everyone in the family here alcohol, coffee, snacks, and cats! If you're coming for the cat room experience you check in with the barista in the cafe and they even have a stamp card. Everyone here is so friendly and the cats are very fun and rooms also have toys so you can interact with the cats.
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Alicia A.

Yelp
Cute little corner place that you can hang out with cats. The little kids had a blast petting the cats. There is a small cafe that sells coffee and drinks. $25.00 for 45 minutes and you need to make a reservation.
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Maggie W.

Yelp
Came here with my boyfriend to the cat cafe, it's $25 for 45 minutes! Each session starts at the beginning of each hour. We initially planned for 8 PM, but ended up calling to push back our session by an hour to 9 PM (their last session of the day). Would not recommend going at this time, the summer heat and late hours made the kitties privy to falling asleep. I'd wager going during colder weather and in the morning/before the middle of the day would be better to see more excited and playful cats. The workers informed us that there were a couple of cats that were new to the cat cafe and were still a bit touchy, and that it would be better to steer clear of them. Only a handful were willing to play with us and a lot were asleep/escaped to the employees only section of the room. There were a lot of toys laying around and different nooks and crannies that they were sleeping in! The playpen is very well decorated. The workers are very kind and enjoy explaining how they take care of the cats, how they get acclimated to living with each other, and various fun facts about their personalities. You can tell that they really love these cats! I haven't been to a traditional cat cafe in Japan, but they sold a lot of cute cat merchandise and stickers that are perfect for animal lovers. I had an overall good experience.
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Lexie L.

Yelp
This is such a cozy place. Has great snacks and drinks, and lots of cute cats. This place needs to be bigger, that way they could have more cats!! They could add more coffee options as well. The staff is nice, making sure you have everything you need. Very cute place!
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Marcie S.

Yelp
Oh. My. Goodness. Let's talk about this Cat Cafe. I had NO IDEA such a place exists and it makes my heart SO HAPPY. I've had a bit of a rough year and my friend took me here to help cheer me up - and let me tell you, it is very hard to not have a good time in a room full of kitties wearing bow ties. Yes, you read that right - bow ties. You have to schedule an appointment time and most of the felines are available for adoption. You get to sit and play with them while having a coffee or even a glass of wine. If you're looking for something random and fun to do in the Seattle area, this is it. Just be prepared for cuteness overload and the urge to bring home one or four cats.
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Angi C.

Yelp
Surprised my daughter for her birthday to a visit to Neko Cat Cafe! Very cool cafe! Service was great, we booked a reservation for the cat room long in advance but I did hear a few people walk in same day. We had coffee and the shredded pork buns for a snack- delicious! The best part are the cats!! The resident cats were so friendly and seemed to love the attention! The cat room is large with plenty of seating. The cats had tons of places to lounge and play. We had a blast! Highly recommend for my fellow cat lovers!
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MJ M.

Yelp
Visiting from California and noticed this cute cafe near Capitol Hill and had to stop by. Made a reservation and walked in 5 mins before the slot and had no issues. My first time in one and this place is absolutely adorable, all the cats are so sweet and do not mind being pet during their beauty sleep. And there's definitely some active cats as well that are more on the playful side. The staff were all chill and you can tell that all the cats are well fed and groomed by everyone working there. So sad I live in CA, Kewpert Mayonaise spoke to me as soon as I walked in and I wish I could have adopted him!
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Angie O.

Yelp
I enjoyed the cat cafe even though the cats were mostly all sleeping. You can tell the cats are well taken care of. We were able to make a same day reservation, so that was nice! Docking a star because it's a bit cramped, and overpriced.
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Mariana M.

Yelp
I'm sure this place is amazing and anything you could ever want as a cat lover but only if you make a reservation to see the cats They were adorable to look at through the glass windows but there wasn't a lot of options at all for drinks or food/snacks (although I'm aware the main point to see the cats). It's small but still adorable, would definitely go again to see the kitties!!
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Thanh N.

Yelp
Reservations needed! $22/person for 45 minutes with the cats. If you come a bit early, you can hang outside of the room and enjoy a yummy snack or a nice, cool beverage in the cat-theme café. When it's time to come in, you're also welcomed to bring them in to continue enjoying while playing with the cats. Hands down was one of the best part of my Seattle trip. Everyone was so nice and welcoming and all the cats were adorable. We did come during their prime nap time, so we weren't able to play with most of them, but just gently petting them while they're sleeping was also great. So cute, 10/10
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Amber H.

Yelp
My 7 year old and I walked in the rain, up a hill 15 minutes to get to the cafe after being super excited to check the place out. We almost missed it as it is tucked in a corner and you have to walk downstairs into the business. I had found the business on YELP and it gave me good directions to get there. On arriving there is a stairway down and the cat room to the left. Once you walk past the cat room, it takes you into a very small area with a bar. There was an employee there, nice, but just nonchalant. I let her know we were there to do a kitty visit and she let me know they had no more reservations for the entire day. It was 5:30 on a Sunday... she said we could watch the cats. So we did just that and it felt like we were at a Z00. There were 3 sets of 2 people when we arrived and within 5 minutes they had left and there was no one in the cat room. Another lady was there after everyone left cleaning the area and Petting the cats. As we were still watching like zoo goers, I thought hey maybe they will be nice and let my child pet these cats. We had come all the way from LAs Vegas and I let them know we could not come back as we were flying out the next day. But nope! We continued to stay for about 15 more minutes and the room was still empty. Maybe the cats needed a rest from sleeping? Not sure, but I wasn't even aware about the reservation which I completely understand as it is a small area. But, after further reading the reviews it appeared they also took walk ins. So, why not give us a bit of time. Overall, we had to leave disappointed and ended up walking another 20 minutes to gameworks.
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Sharon H.

Yelp
The service was amazing!!! The cashier was so warm and welcoming. We wanted to come to hangout with the kitties but, weren't able to due to everything being booked. Make sure to make a reservation if you want to go into the room with the cats. We didn't order food but, it smells delicious! We ended up trying the copa blueberry CBD which was really light. It's infused sparkling water + fruit juice and I didn't really taste the carbonation. My boyfriend liked it, but I thought it was okay. I would definitely come back and make a reservation to play with the cats! If you don't have a reservation, you're welcomed to watch them through the glass, and there's some seating near the bar that allows you to watch the cats.
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Yifei Q.

Yelp
$25 per person for a 45 min session You can reserve online or walk in the cafe. A lot of cute cats!
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Lizzie R.

Yelp
This place was great! As a heads up, you do need to make a reservation for your time with the cats to ensure that the time you go has an opening. Otherwise, you're welcome to sit and in the cafe & watch the cats from outside the room. The cats do get a break between reservations. It's under street level which means there's stairs to get into the cafe. However, there's no ramp which means it's not handicap accessible. Fortunately, we only had a stroller so we had options. We ended up carrying my daughter's stroller down the steps. (We also could have folded it & carried it down that way but we didn't want her running around yet.) The staff was super friendly and the cats were a delight. They all have fun names and were very friendly. If they didn't want to be around people, they jumped up high or went into their "cats only" room. We brought our 21 month old with us and she was enamored with all the cats! They were so well- natured with her, too. Some of the cats are residents while most of them are adoptable. I didn't have any coffee or snacks, but they had adorable cat cake pops & sugar cookies for sale. They also had plastic cat ears for sale & fun t-shirts, stickers, and other merch. Definitely a cool place to check out when you're in town!
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Doug C.

Yelp
I ordered the All Cats Do Crime sticker from their online store, and they shipped it the same day! I did have a concern after not receiving the package within a couple of weeks, and reached out to their customer service and Leah responded to my question promptly with friendliness and cheer. She was happy to send a replacement and even provided tracking, which took an extra step from her considering the original and replacement were shipped via the Post Office. Also, Leah's correspondence was full of adorable cat puns, which brought a smile to my face. Also NEKO has a delightful Instagram account which details all their beautiful babies (and their crimes), which my wife shared with me recently and I highly recommend. I cannot wait to visit the physical location next time I visit the West Coast.
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Zack G.

Yelp
I found Neko from their extremely entertaining and well-run Instagram account highlighting all the current residents and their fictional backstories. 10/10! The actual cat part of the cafe was a bit smaller than I expected from the social media version, so it did feel a bit cramped sharing it with two other parties. That's my only negative though, and I get it because rent be expensive. The staff clearly have a lot of passion for the kitties, and the room has plenty of nooks, shelves, and beds for the cats to sleep, play, and explore. All of them were adorable and clearly receive some amazing care and attention. Keep an eye out for Jean Jacket if he hasn't been adopted yet. He's definitely the diva, you'll know him when you see him!
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Vincent C.

Yelp
TL;DR - nice cafe, lots of cats, needs reservation but it's pretty easy to get the day before, food was good, super friendly staff, the only sad part was that the cats mostly ignored us :( Food - I got the cake ball and the strawberry milk. Loved the milk but the cake ball was a bit too sweet. I loved the cat shape though! Service - the two ladies there (Eliza and the other I didn't catch her name) were both super friendly and welcoming. It was easy to make conversation with them and they knew a lot about the cats and the cafe. Ambiance - it was nice and peaceful inside the cafe, and the non cat room seating area is pretty small (like 2 small tables and a long one and a small bar counter). There were plenty of cats in the room (like 8-10) but most were sleeping (I went at 8pm) and the ones that weren't kind of just ignored me. They were chill when I came over to pet them, but they didn't really want to play or anything. It was my first time at a cat cafe, so maybe cats just aren't my thing haha
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Emily C.

Yelp
This was okay, but how appointments were handled was odd. I've read that reservations were needed, so I made sure to choose an appointment with minimal people. However, walk-ins were accepted, even during the session. We were ~15 minutes into it when a couple was let in. This begs the question as to why reservations are needed when more people can show up seemingly unannounced. I actually made the reservation before they opened for the day and reviewed it before it started. The number of people in there just didn't add up. The host in the kitty room with us was sweet and it was nice petting the cats. Before you get your hopes up, you might arrive at a time when most of the cats are sleeping. Don't be too disappointed when you're unable to play with them. The cats during my visit were chill and a bit inactive, but I still enjoyed my time. Don't think I'll revisit anytime soon, but there's definitely a mood for this.
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Emily L.

Yelp
WORTH THE WAIT Love this place! They had yummy snacks and drinks too! I got the chocolate pocky sticks and strawberry milk... IN A CAN!!! so cutee!! We came shortly after one of the sessions started, but reserved our spot and got some pride merch. The cats and people were so friendly! The cats LOVED to play, and had a little spot to go back if they wanted to be left alone. They had a system where they had some resident cats to give off calming vibes to the newcomers. Most of the newcomers became adoptable once they were comfortable with people. All of the cats came from a shelter, and all proceeds go to the cats. LY NEKO
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Sindu K.

Yelp
I love cats!! This place is opposite to my apartment and I have heard of cat cafes. Because I love cats and don't own one, I Ofcourse had to go! The prices for reservation are quite decent. You don't need to make a drink purchase for the reservation. The staff is super nice. The place is so cute. There are so many cats and there are many cat toys. So you can play with them till the end of your reservation. Highly recommend this place if you love cats. Coming to the parking situation, they don't have any designated parking, so would have to depend on street parking
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PJ S.

Yelp
Had a very nice time here while visiting Seattle. The space is a little small and the kitties seemed overwhelmed towards the end of the day. Got to meet the owner, who is a very sweet person.
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Susan C.

Yelp
My sister and I booked an appointment to come in to play with the kitties. All the cats were super chill and were just hanging. A good way to come in to decompress and play with some furry friends. They have resident cats that are not up for adoption but also have some new friends that are available for adoption. This is a good way for me to get my kitty fix as my husband is severely allergic and I'm not able to have my own four legged fur ball at home. It's 22 for the booking - which is for 45 minutes of therapy. Much cheaper than a therapist!

Francis N.

Yelp
good vibes, good coffee, great place to study. the cats are fun to look at even if you're not directly playing with them.
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Tiffany L.

Yelp
Adorable cat cafe ^_^! Definitely a must go if you're in Seattle area to support these furry friends. Depending on when you come many are playful or napping but just being around them feels very healing :)
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Katherine K.

Yelp
Coolest experience ever 10/10 cats were so precious and wonderful. Staff was so kind overall excellent vibes
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Elizabeth P.

Yelp
I had a reservation for a 45-minute session to see these kitties on Saturday at 10AM. I parked in the public garage by Amazon Fresh but street parking is available. There was around 8 people in our time group but the room didn't feel cramped, and I still felt like I was able to move around and hangout with the cats. Some of the cats were really active and some just wanted to chill. Staff was really nice! It was our first time here, and we were provided with the rules and information on the cats. I love their names!! We also tried their food/drinks but they were already out of some of them even in the morning. If you adore cats, definitely check this place out!
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Nicole G.

Yelp
If you love cats then you need to visit asap! Well first make sure to make a reservation but do come here asap! This place was absolutely adorable. I loved the decor and especially the cats. I also loved how it was LGBTQ+ friendly! I booked a 45 minute session and it was great. I was so happy I could cry. There were a lot of sleepy cats and some playful cats as well. It was a nice balance I think. I say this because you could admire the sleepy cats or even pet them if they're just feeling tired and are okay with it. If they're active then you can play with all the toys they provide. And all time favorite was this wire toy with some cardboard pieces at the end. The cats loved this one the best when I went so maybe try it out :) I should mention that before you are left alone with the cats, you'll check in and then you'll be provided with rules to follow to help keep things clean and make sure to be respectful towards the cats. I really think this cat cafe was great and I love that you could adopt a cat if you wanted to. If you get the chance, definitely come support this business! The workers are so nice and helpful and you will be happy visiting :)
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John F.

Yelp
False advertising. Appears to be a cafe with cats you can pet. We show up with our kids and we're told we need reservations in advance, need to pay 25/person to go into a small room for 45 mins to pet the cats. Wish they better articulated what business this really is which seems to be an over priced cat petting zoo.

Irina K.

Yelp
The cats were great, the staff lady was very rude My son (who isn't a typical boy, and has some delays) threw a small soft toy on the wall - the staff girl flew in and in a rude way said if he did it again he would have to leave, 5 min later my other son was playing with a big cat and the cat was biting him in a playfully way - again the staff girl came in with a mad face and said 'don't you see that cat says no to you?' play with another cat! I was shocked and it was enough, we just got up and left, will never come back to this specific location, and will never suggest it to any of my friends
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Priscilla L.

Yelp
Friendliest staff ever 10/10! Alcoholic drinks available + more beverages and goodies. The absolute cutest merchandise and a couple of tables to sit and wait for your session time. Clean bathrooms and overall amazing kitties to pet and adopt! $24 for an hour of being in the presence of a group of cute kitties. I ordered a seltzer and hung out with cats and friendly strangers + private sessions available. Enjoy!
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Mel B.

Yelp
Reservations require and they charge a pretty penny to touch the cats. Might at well call this a petting zoo. Disappointing that we drove all the way down with my kids for nothing. Didn't even offer any healthy food options.
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Trina E.

Yelp
The people working there were super nice but the cats were very uninterested. :) I don't know why I expected anything else!!
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Christopher L.

Yelp
A fantastic cat cafe in Capitol Hill. The staff are very friendly and the service is great. There are some food and drink options as well that are great to try before, during or after visiting the cats. The appointments book up really fast. Only complaint is the website does not update faster as there were two who we were interested in adopting but were already adopted when we finally could get an appointment. Otherwise, this place is great and is worth stopping by to hangout with the cats.
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Rachel S.

Yelp
I have been going through some rough times and my neighbors cats have been elusive, so I decided to check out Neko for some cat therapy! It's a very cute but small space, but hey, that means you are up close and personal with so many cats! We were lucky to be there with just one other couple. Sounds like there are usually more people and in that case I think it would be a little too tight for me. The staff was really lovely, especially our cat bouncer. It was quite warm in there, but it was a pretty hot day and most businesses in Seattle are just not equipped, so that's nothing particular to Neko. We didn't get any food or bev, but it looked like there were some good options, many of which were adorably cat themed. The cats were just precious with so many funny personalities. They were a little aloof, but that's what cats are like, you know? You definitely need to book ahead, and if you are driving you might want to allow some extra time to find parking, as Capitol Hill is a busy area.

Randall S.

Yelp
If you're in Seattle and love cats, and who doesn't, this is the place to be. The drinks and snacks are great, the staff is wonderful, and the cats are the best!!!
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Aleksandr F.

Yelp
If you want a cat, but can't - come here. You'll get to know these furrrrs for at least some time. If you really liked some - then you can adopt. Hope these cats will get loving owner at some point.
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Kirk S.

Yelp
Absolutely adorable. I came here on a whim while traveling through Seattle and really enjoyed my experience. This place is genuinely a cat cafe - it has a full cafe and a room full of cats - so it's the sort of place where you can actually get good coffee (unlike some other cafes in LA and DC). The staff here are ultra-friendly, which I liked. Needless to say, the cats here are adorable. Some are understandably a bit standoffish (as they're often rescue cats), but they're all amenable to a little bit of petting and love. Like many cat cafes, the actual experience is quite calming - its hard not to get relaxed when surrounded by a bunch of sleepy cats!
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Candy T.

Yelp
Super cute (and lazy) cats haha. Great beverage choices that you can purchase and bring into the cat room with. The cats are super adorable of course, however none of the cats at the moment I went were cuddly or lap cats, they only wanted to play from distance or follow the people who work at the cafe. Service by cafe staff was very friendly :)
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Renee W.

Yelp
I absolutely loved my time visiting the kitties! The ladies there were all super nice and it was hard not going home with 2 at least. Cats for adoption and residents as well to hang out with. Clean and a great place for the cats.
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Jesse S.

Yelp
Neko was the second cat cafe I visited on my birthday and it was such a nice place to chill and play with cats. The employees were super friendly and I loved their style. This cafe has coffee, tea, beer, wine, fizzy drinks, cider and sake. They also have sweets and snacks. You have 45 minutes to spend with the cats. Many of them were taking a nap but some were playful. One even climbed on my shoulders xD Overall, fantastic experience! Make sure to make a reservation.
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Jeffrey S.

Yelp
This place was a disappointment because we read about it and was excited that we could have a drink and come hang out with the cats. We went and it was hot as hell in the place. They had coffee and beer on tap. The disappointment was that you had to reserve time to hang out at the cafe with the cats. The cats were cute. They were not available, but they said the next available time is 9 pm. Made no sense because nobody was there. The coffee wasn't that good, cookie was cute and good. Bookstore with cats was better.