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The Purr Cup Cafe is one of the most meaningful spots I've discovered, and honestly, one of the most special places in Raleigh. This fully vegan cat café is part coffee shop, part rescue, and part community space, and it does all three beautifully. The mission is simple and powerful: drink coffee, save cats. Every visit directly supports local rescue kitties while they wait to find their forever homes, and you can truly feel that purpose the moment you walk in. The space itself is calm, cozy, and thoughtfully designed for both people and cats. The cats are clearly loved, well cared for, and given room to relax and be themselves. Spending time there feels grounding and joyful, especially knowing your presence is making a real difference, whether or not adoption is your goal. We loved the coffee AND the experience. Could not recommend visiting this spot more!
Super cute place! I loved the trinket trade out front! I had a strawberry matcha latte, which was good. They used a very sweet milk(I think oat milk? I'm not sure), so the drink was a bit too sweet for me but it was still good. The cats seemed a little stressed and therefore didn't want to be petted, which was disappointing, but there's not a whole lot they can do about it. The barista was very friendly and chatted with us.
We booked an appt for a Sunday afternoon and got a Vietnamese coffee & cold brew with pistachio syrup, both of which were phenomenal and fully vegan, to sip on while we hung out with the cats. The staff were very kind when serving our drinks as well as speaking about the cats and their personalities. There were cat toys and games to play inside the room, but we enjoyed just sitting and letting the cats come mingle as they pleased. The cats come from SPCA and are able to be adopted! We had been previously for drinks but knew we had to come back to visit the cats, and I'm sure we'll be back many more times :)
Cute little vegan coffee shop, with beautiful kitties available for adoption (gotta make an appointment to see them, keep in mind). Very friendly staff, the cruffin and the latter with almond milk was delicious!
My girlfriend booked us an appointment at the cat cafe, and upon arriving we instantly felt safe. The staff were very kind, and the merch was super cute! We got a cat coaster and 2 matching stickers with our pride flags. The cats were well behaved and soooo cute. After our session was over, we got drinks. In honor of pride month we got 2 of the June-only drink specials (lemonade and lavender matcha), which were delicious! When we ordered the person behind the counter joked at us a bit, "ah yes, the two lesbian drinks" and that was the highlight of our day! Amazing and safe place for queer couples looking for a cute date :)
I was thrilled to get a last minute spot thanks to a cancellation and Purr Cup Cafe did not disappoint! If you are a cat lover (I definitely qualify!), you will enjoy this experience immensely. Very easy to find, slightly limited parking - I lucked out and was able to park right out front even on a Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, none of my family could attend with me, but that meant that I got the entire room to myself! For an hour! Woot! I got to snuggle on 6 cats and after numerous head bumps and a lot of purring, my hour was up. The room is wonderful, very clean, very bright and the music was nice, too. The cats were very well taken care of, very friendly and had plenty of toys, perches, beds, and windows to bird watch. I grabbed some peppermint fudge on the way out and it was delicious! I will 100% return and soon!
I had the pleasure of visiting this adorable cat cafe recently. I've been to several cat cafes over the years, and I always find interacting with the adoptable cats to be a fun experience - this was no exception. Purr Cup's cat room typically houses 5-10 cats, all of whom are adoptable through Safe Haven rescue. If you want to spend time visiting with the cats, it's recommended that you order tickets online - currently $10 per person for a 55 minute visit (open to the public) or $55 for a private experience for you and up to 5 of your cat-loving friends. If you have a child under 9, you are asked to book a private experience. If you prefer to just have a quick to-go cafe experience (minus cuddling with cats), they have a small bar area where you can grab a yummy vegan drink and cookie. They also have some really adorable cat- themed gift items, such as socks, stickers, & t-shirts. The cat room itself is smaller than other cat rooms I have visited, but it is clean, bright, and thoughtfully decorated with the cats' comfort in mind - there are plenty of perches on which they can lay, cubbies, soft bedding, and a big window for their viewing pleasure. There is a kid-sized table with chairs in the center of the room, as well as one or two other chairs and a bench - not a lot of adult seating but certainly adequate for a small group. There are also cat-themed books, games, and coloring pages. I am currently owned by two felines who sadly prefer I not add a third to our household, so although I was not in a position to adopt when I visited Purr Cup, I still enjoyed socializing with the cats. Understandably, they try to showcase adult cats who need a little more help getting noticed, as opposed to kittens who typically have no trouble finding forever homes. Anyone who has cats knows that you can't really make a cat do anything he or she doesn't want to, so the extent of play or snuggling you'll experience when you visit is really dependent upon the mood of each cat. When I visited, all six cats were either sleeping or hiding for most of the visit so my interaction with them was limited. I was able to get one of the cats to swat a wand toy for a bit, which was fun, and another cat let me sit beside her while she rested. Mostly I just allowed myself to feel calmed by their presence while I looked through the stack of books about cats and sipped on a lavender matcha drink that tasted a lot like Fruity Pebbles. While it was a little disappointing that I didn't actually get much time playing or cuddling with cats, it certainly wasn't a bad way to spend an hour. I'd gladly return!
Such a great price for an hour of petting the cutest kitties. I was in town for work and saw this place on the way to my hotel and immediately booked for that day ($5 on Wednesdays!!). I ended up getting the whole hour to myself and the cats were all so well socialized and sweet. I would have adopted two on the spot if I didn't have to catch a flight the next day. The people working there were very friendly and the matcha was pretty good as well! Highly recommend. The cafe and cat room were very clean and the gift shop had a lot of cool stuff
Purr Cup is not just a cat cafe but a great local spot for coffee! I haven't gotten a chance to visit the cat room yet, but my husband and I have dropped in to get coffee and buy some cute toys for our cat. The baristas are always friendly, coffee is tasty, and the local goods they carry are awesome. Extra points for inclusivity and promoting LGBTQ+/social justice causes. We're not vegan but all the drinks we've had have still been great! Give this place a visit if you love cats and coffee!
We finally made it to Purr Cup and it was such a great experience! Definitely make a "cat room" reservation in advance via the website. I really appreciate the safety measures this business is taking by requiring masks inside (apart from sipping drinks of course) and in the cat room -- AND I am grateful that the cat room is booked for private groups only (as of July 2021): It felt like a safe indoor experience to share with my daughter who cannot yet get her covid vaccine. The service and coffee here are on point! Delicious coffee and very helpful, friendly service. All vegan options here too, but I doubt anyone who is used to having animal products will be offended. There is also a good selection of knick-knacks (pins, coasters, art, etc.) to purchase -- most everything is cat themed. The cat room itself is very well maintained. It's clean and doesn't smell like a litter box, and there isn't cat fur everywhere either. There aren't tons of cats in the room, but more like 4-6 well-cared for kitties (all available for adoption or newly adopted after a meeting their special person at the cafe!). Lots of seating and even cat board games, books, and coloring books are available to use during the 1 hour reservation. Parking is available in their lot or there is a lot of street parking available too. I honestly wish we lived closer so I could swing by for just the coffee some days (and to admire the kitties through the window on the regular). We will definitely come back and visit again -- hopefully soon!
I would say that the coffee is great and the atmosphere is very fun. The baristas are always super nice. I also rlly love the crafts and art they have inside. Most of all, I appreciate and love the cats that they help; you can tell everyone there really cares about the kitties. My only qualms are that they recently removed their mask mandate, which was rough because the size of the cafe is small and more than a few customers can make it cramped. Anyways I recommend but def where a mask.
Even if you are not looking to adopt a cat, Purr Cup Cafe is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee, munch on a vegan treat, and play with the adorable cats! We stopped by on Christmas Eve since I wanted to bring my family while they were in town. We were greeted by the welcoming owners upon arrival. Since we were early, we ordered some hot beverages and vegan treats. We liked everything we ordered, especially the "sausage and cheddar" scones. There is only a bench inside for dining, so keep that in mind when planning a trip. There is seating available outdoors, but it was too cold for us to eat out there. We sat at the bench to enjoy our breakfast and look at the cat-themed items they have for sale. Soon our reservation time arrived and it was time to see the cats! We entered the cat room and one of the owners introduced all of the cats to us. I appreciated the additional information he provided regarding which cats liked to be picked up and which ones did not. It took a little time for the cats to warm up to us, but soon they were begging for pets and playing with toys. The cat area has ample room, couches, beds, and toys for the cats to play and nap. Plus there are areas in the room for the cats to escape to if they no longer want attention. Instructions are clearly provided online. Masks are required and provided if you forgot one. Walk-ins are welcome, but it gets busy so make a reservation beforehand if you want to spend time with the cats. Up to six people are allowed in the cat room at a time. Parties share the room or you can reserve the entire room for your party if desired. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and recommend this cafe to others!
This is a crazy cat lady's heaven. They're up on their tech - i was able to book AND order drinks online. In this age of COVID, I definitely appreciate that they keep reservations to a small size of 6 or fewer. Expectations are clearly spelled out on their website, FB page, and a sign on their door. Registering was very easy and fast - they were expecting me and were about to make our drinks when I came in. I came here with my son and had ordered a cortado and hot chocolate made with almond milk. Staff was very courteous and brought our drinks in to their little kitty room. 5 kitties, all squeezed in their little safe spots napping. The room was impressively clean with no odors - cleaner than my entire house with one cat. Litter boxes are corraled into one corner of the room surrounded by screens to give kitties privacy and who wants to look at multiple litter boxes anyway. Plenty of toys, comfy cat beds, and places for humans to sit - we were eventually able to coax the kitties out of their hidey holes with toys and play with them. They were happy, healthy, and well taken care of. There were also plenty of human toys and books too. Cortado was excellent - I guess I wasn't expecting a cat cafe to focus on coffee as well, and my son liked his hot chocolate. This was a really fun afternoon and I hope to come back.
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The Purr Cup Cafe is one of the most meaningful spots I've discovered, and honestly, one of the most special places in Raleigh. This fully vegan cat café is part coffee shop, part rescue, and part community space, and it does all three beautifully. The mission is simple and powerful: drink coffee, save cats. Every visit directly supports local rescue kitties while they wait to find their forever homes, and you can truly feel that purpose the moment you walk in. The space itself is calm, cozy, and thoughtfully designed for both people and cats. The cats are clearly loved, well cared for, and given room to relax and be themselves. Spending time there feels grounding and joyful, especially knowing your presence is making a real difference, whether or not adoption is your goal. We loved the coffee AND the experience. Could not recommend visiting this spot more! read more
3 months ago
Super cute place! I loved the trinket trade out front! I had a strawberry matcha latte, which was good. They used a very sweet milk(I think oat milk? I'm not sure), so the drink was a bit too sweet for me but it was still good. The cats seemed a little stressed and therefore didn't want to be petted, which was disappointing, but there's not a whole lot they can do about it. The barista was very friendly and chatted with us. read more
8 months ago
We booked an appt for a Sunday afternoon and got a Vietnamese coffee & cold brew with pistachio syrup, both of which were phenomenal and fully vegan, to sip on while we hung out with the cats. The staff were very kind when serving our drinks as well as speaking about the cats and their personalities. There were cat toys and games to play inside the room, but we enjoyed just sitting and letting the cats come mingle as they pleased. The cats come from SPCA and are able to be adopted! We had been previously for drinks but knew we had to come back to visit the cats, and I'm sure we'll be back many more times :) read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
My girlfriend booked us an appointment at the cat cafe, and upon arriving we instantly felt safe. The staff were very kind, and the merch was super cute! We got a cat coaster and 2 matching stickers with our pride flags. The cats were well behaved and soooo cute. After our session was over, we got drinks. In honor of pride month we got 2 of the June-only drink specials (lemonade and lavender matcha), which were delicious! When we ordered the person behind the counter joked at us a bit, "ah yes, the two lesbian drinks" and that was the highlight of our day! Amazing and safe place for queer couples looking for a cute date :) read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
I was thrilled to get a last minute spot thanks to a cancellation and Purr Cup Cafe did not disappoint! If you are a cat lover (I definitely qualify!), you will enjoy this experience immensely. Very easy to find, slightly limited parking - I lucked out and was able to park right out front even on a Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, none of my family could attend with me, but that meant that I got the entire room to myself! For an hour! Woot! I got to snuggle on 6 cats and after numerous head bumps and a lot of purring, my hour was up. The room is wonderful, very clean, very bright and the music was nice, too. The cats were very well taken care of, very friendly and had plenty of toys, perches, beds, and windows to bird watch. I grabbed some peppermint fudge on the way out and it was delicious! I will 100% return and soon! read more
4 years ago
I had the pleasure of visiting this adorable cat cafe recently. I've been to several cat cafes over the years, and I always find interacting with the adoptable cats to be a fun experience - this was no exception. Purr Cup's cat room typically houses 5-10 cats, all of whom are adoptable through Safe Haven rescue. If you want to spend time visiting with the cats, it's recommended that you order tickets online - currently $10 per person for a 55 minute visit (open to the public) or $55 for a private experience for you and up to 5 of your cat-loving friends. If you have a child under 9, you are asked to book a private experience. If you prefer to just have a quick to-go cafe experience (minus cuddling with cats), they have a small bar area where you can grab a yummy vegan drink and cookie. They also have some really adorable cat- themed gift items, such as socks, stickers, & t-shirts. The cat room itself is smaller than other cat rooms I have visited, but it is clean, bright, and thoughtfully decorated with the cats' comfort in mind - there are plenty of perches on which they can lay, cubbies, soft bedding, and a big window for their viewing pleasure. There is a kid-sized table with chairs in the center of the room, as well as one or two other chairs and a bench - not a lot of adult seating but certainly adequate for a small group. There are also cat-themed books, games, and coloring pages. I am currently owned by two felines who sadly prefer I not add a third to our household, so although I was not in a position to adopt when I visited Purr Cup, I still enjoyed socializing with the cats. Understandably, they try to showcase adult cats who need a little more help getting noticed, as opposed to kittens who typically have no trouble finding forever homes. Anyone who has cats knows that you can't really make a cat do anything he or she doesn't want to, so the extent of play or snuggling you'll experience when you visit is really dependent upon the mood of each cat. When I visited, all six cats were either sleeping or hiding for most of the visit so my interaction with them was limited. I was able to get one of the cats to swat a wand toy for a bit, which was fun, and another cat let me sit beside her while she rested. Mostly I just allowed myself to feel calmed by their presence while I looked through the stack of books about cats and sipped on a lavender matcha drink that tasted a lot like Fruity Pebbles. While it was a little disappointing that I didn't actually get much time playing or cuddling with cats, it certainly wasn't a bad way to spend an hour. I'd gladly return! read more
2 years ago
Such a great price for an hour of petting the cutest kitties. I was in town for work and saw this place on the way to my hotel and immediately booked for that day ($5 on Wednesdays!!). I ended up getting the whole hour to myself and the cats were all so well socialized and sweet. I would have adopted two on the spot if I didn't have to catch a flight the next day. The people working there were very friendly and the matcha was pretty good as well! Highly recommend. The cafe and cat room were very clean and the gift shop had a lot of cool stuff read more
3 years ago
Purr Cup is not just a cat cafe but a great local spot for coffee! I haven't gotten a chance to visit the cat room yet, but my husband and I have dropped in to get coffee and buy some cute toys for our cat. The baristas are always friendly, coffee is tasty, and the local goods they carry are awesome. Extra points for inclusivity and promoting LGBTQ+/social justice causes. We're not vegan but all the drinks we've had have still been great! Give this place a visit if you love cats and coffee! read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
We finally made it to Purr Cup and it was such a great experience! Definitely make a "cat room" reservation in advance via the website. I really appreciate the safety measures this business is taking by requiring masks inside (apart from sipping drinks of course) and in the cat room -- AND I am grateful that the cat room is booked for private groups only (as of July 2021): It felt like a safe indoor experience to share with my daughter who cannot yet get her covid vaccine. The service and coffee here are on point! Delicious coffee and very helpful, friendly service. All vegan options here too, but I doubt anyone who is used to having animal products will be offended. There is also a good selection of knick-knacks (pins, coasters, art, etc.) to purchase -- most everything is cat themed. The cat room itself is very well maintained. It's clean and doesn't smell like a litter box, and there isn't cat fur everywhere either. There aren't tons of cats in the room, but more like 4-6 well-cared for kitties (all available for adoption or newly adopted after a meeting their special person at the cafe!). Lots of seating and even cat board games, books, and coloring books are available to use during the 1 hour reservation. Parking is available in their lot or there is a lot of street parking available too. I honestly wish we lived closer so I could swing by for just the coffee some days (and to admire the kitties through the window on the regular). We will definitely come back and visit again -- hopefully soon! read more
3 years ago
I would say that the coffee is great and the atmosphere is very fun. The baristas are always super nice. I also rlly love the crafts and art they have inside. Most of all, I appreciate and love the cats that they help; you can tell everyone there really cares about the kitties. My only qualms are that they recently removed their mask mandate, which was rough because the size of the cafe is small and more than a few customers can make it cramped. Anyways I recommend but def where a mask. read more
4 years ago
Even if you are not looking to adopt a cat, Purr Cup Cafe is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee, munch on a vegan treat, and play with the adorable cats! We stopped by on Christmas Eve since I wanted to bring my family while they were in town. We were greeted by the welcoming owners upon arrival. Since we were early, we ordered some hot beverages and vegan treats. We liked everything we ordered, especially the "sausage and cheddar" scones. There is only a bench inside for dining, so keep that in mind when planning a trip. There is seating available outdoors, but it was too cold for us to eat out there. We sat at the bench to enjoy our breakfast and look at the cat-themed items they have for sale. Soon our reservation time arrived and it was time to see the cats! We entered the cat room and one of the owners introduced all of the cats to us. I appreciated the additional information he provided regarding which cats liked to be picked up and which ones did not. It took a little time for the cats to warm up to us, but soon they were begging for pets and playing with toys. The cat area has ample room, couches, beds, and toys for the cats to play and nap. Plus there are areas in the room for the cats to escape to if they no longer want attention. Instructions are clearly provided online. Masks are required and provided if you forgot one. Walk-ins are welcome, but it gets busy so make a reservation beforehand if you want to spend time with the cats. Up to six people are allowed in the cat room at a time. Parties share the room or you can reserve the entire room for your party if desired. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and recommend this cafe to others! read more
This is a crazy cat lady's heaven. They're up on their tech - i was able to book AND order drinks online. In this age of COVID, I definitely appreciate that they keep reservations to a small size of 6 or fewer. Expectations are clearly spelled out on their website, FB page, and a sign on their door. Registering was very easy and fast - they were expecting me and were about to make our drinks when I came in. I came here with my son and had ordered a cortado and hot chocolate made with almond milk. Staff was very courteous and brought our drinks in to their little kitty room. 5 kitties, all squeezed in their little safe spots napping. The room was impressively clean with no odors - cleaner than my entire house with one cat. Litter boxes are corraled into one corner of the room surrounded by screens to give kitties privacy and who wants to look at multiple litter boxes anyway. Plenty of toys, comfy cat beds, and places for humans to sit - we were eventually able to coax the kitties out of their hidey holes with toys and play with them. They were happy, healthy, and well taken care of. There were also plenty of human toys and books too. Cortado was excellent - I guess I wasn't expecting a cat cafe to focus on coffee as well, and my son liked his hot chocolate. This was a really fun afternoon and I hope to come back. read more
3 years ago
This place rules! The snacks and drinks are soo good, and the cats are so well loved and taken care of. The owners and employees are so lovely as well! I love the pins, art, and general vibe of the place, especially the pride section. read more
3 years ago
We have been to purr cup only a handful of times but each time the staff is welcoming and lovely. I love that there is a queer-friendly space that I can contribute to not only by purchasing food and drink but being able to spend time with some kitties! We have adopted two kitties from them, Tapioca and Draco. Purr Cup and Safe Haven for Cats are both amazing to work with and make the process very easy and stress free! overall: very slay and will continue to support this amazing business read more
3 years ago
The best darn cat café there ever was! All the fees from your fabulous opportunity to visit the beautiful kittens goes towards their care and toward the host rescue A Safe Haven! They make the most delicious coffees and serve the sweetest treats, all vegan! A colorful selection of merchandise is available to purchase, including a fabulous assortment of Pride items! ! Kittens and Lovely humans...what a refreshing experience!!! read more
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6 years ago
This is a great place to stop. It is in an odd location, both close to downtown but in an area that does not look as one might expect. It's in a small cottage type house and parking is limited, but the staff are great and the cat decor abounds. The vegan pastries are delicious and, I assume, locally made. The kombucha is also made by a local business (Lyr. They sell cat paraphernalia, or should I say "purraphernalia"? The cold brew is great. I feel like you can determine the quality of a cafe by their cold brew. They are 100% vegan and offer almond milk, soy and, oat milk. They opened recently and have helped rehome 7 cats since October 1st. Please come play with the cats and support a good cause. read more
4 years ago
Had a great time, and enjoyed my coffee too! They host adoptable cats and kittens in need of a home. When I was there a couple were already adopted, but meowing the virtues of the cafe.Cafe. All their drinks are made with non cow varieties of plant based milk products. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Wonderful caring staff doing such a wonderful service of helping these sweet kitties find their forever homes! Also, they make killer cafe drinks and baked goods. Tons of fun merch too! read more
3 years ago
the kitties are so cute and sweet, along with the people working here. we got a hot apple cider while we spent time with the kitties, it was awesome. highly recommend, just make sure to make an appointment online before. read more
4 years ago
This is the cutest place ever! All of the employees were so friendly, the drinks were amazing, and the cats are so cute! read more
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