Coffee Cats Cafe
About
Coffee Cats Cafe in West Des Moines, Iowa, offers a unique cat cafe experience, partnering with the Animal Rescue League of Iowa to house 10-12 adoptable cats. This innovative cafe provides a loving, temporary home for these felines while they await their forever families, with every visit directly supporting their wellbeing. The separate cat lounge area, a comfortable haven, is designed for observing natural cat behaviors and ensuring a calm, positive environment. To protect the cats from overstimulation, the lounge thoughtfully limits visitors to six reserved customers and two walk-ins per session. A $10 cover fee grants you a full hour in the cat lounge, with reservations highly recommended to secure your spot, though walk-ins are welcome for available spots. This focus on ethical care and supporting adoptable cats makes every visit impactful.
Customers consistently praise the friendly staff and delicious offerings at Coffee Cats Cafe. Reviewers highlight excellent lattes, smoothies, and specialty drinks like the Tuxedo Iced Coffee, with gluten-free pastries and grab-and-go lunch items also available. Visitors enjoy interacting with the friendly, well-socialized cats, noting their playful and relaxing nature, and find the overall environment peaceful and pleasant. The cafe area, where you can savor locally sourced coffee from Grounds for Celebration, requires no reservation. For the cat lounge, reservation times begin at the top of each hour, with happy hour deals like $5.35 per person for an hour also available. Yoga with cats and original art items are additional offerings. To ensure your cat interaction, booking ahead is recommended, or try a walk-in spot. Come experience this unique blend of great coffee and comforting feline companionship.