My sister and I had a ton of fun at the Friendly Feline Cat Cafe at one of their craft nights. We…read moregot there a bit early and I got a vanilla latte ($4) while we waited for the class to start. The cafe is a small storefront at Latta/Long Pond in Greece next to Ricci's Restaurant. Besides coffee and snacks, there are other things for sale like stickers, mugs, cards, and jewelry. We did the pumpkin painting event and paid $12 which included 2 mini pumpkins, painting supplies, and time in the cat room. The cats get along amazingly well for how many are in there together (maybe 10?). There may be some hisses or swats between cats, but as a cat owner I'll tell you that is completely normal. We pet them in between our pumpkins drying. The cats come from two different rescue groups and all are up for adoption except for Michael, who is the owner's cat. This is a great place for animal lovers to support local rescues and play with cats.

I'll never turn down an opportunity to visit a cat cafe, even if it's not the most convenient…read morelocation. What can I say? The Friendly Feline was worth the drive and is easy to get to. If you've ever been to a cat cafe, the experience is universal: book your appointment in advance, arrive on time, and go in when you're told to. The Friendly Feline is new and as such, it was easy to book an appointment. Walk ins are possible, but I'd recommend an appointment just to make your life easier. My mom and I got there a few minutes early to check in, and once it was our time, we were given a timer that indicated where we were in our hour. Then we went inside! There were five cats in residence that day, and there is a list of guidelines on the wall (basically, don't piss off the cats and use common sense). We sat down with a few toys and a laser pointer and waited for the cats to come to us. Overall, the cats were friendly but happy to let you know when they were over it and ready to walk away. The hour floated by and in that time, we were visited by all of the cats, with one even hopping up on the couch. There were three of the five that I felt were extra friendly and those cats circled around for extra attention. We had a great time at the Friendly Feline and I'd absolutely go back, even though Greece isn't exactly next door. It's never a bad thing to have more cat cafes and that means more cats find their forever homes sooner than they might have without cafe patrons having a good time.

This place is so adorable and definitely a unique experience. We went during the day and there…read morewasnt a show or anything but still was worth going to! The Mediterranean flatbread was absolutely delicious and well worth the cost. My partner got the chicken sandwich, and while it was good, it was a little over priced since it didnt come with chips or a side. The workers were polite.

Definitely an experience more than a cafe-- the ambiance and environment is so whimsical and cute…read morewith the forest aesthetic. The decor is hand painted and it feels like being on a theatre set. Staff are friendly and there are plenty of seating indoors and is overall a family friendly spot. The food and drink itself is probably the least memorable. The menu was quite pricey and felt average.

POTENTIAL ADOPTERS BEWARE!! I recently adopted my cat, Orion (formally Pirate at the Cafe), from…read moreToe Beans on May 25th, by the 27th he was hospitalized for diarrhea and vomiting. While there the vets found he had gastroenteritis, an ear infection and significant weight loss. Unnoticed by me at his adoption, he was improperly vaccinated and was not protected by the mandatory vaccinations all cats should have. After informing them of Orion's hospital stay and what happened, Toe Beans made the choice to tell me that the tests/diagnostics the vet did were unnecessary and that I should've just called them if I was having concerns about Orion's health. They are NOT a veterinary clinic. They also made the choice to assume the vets were incorrect about the improper vaccinations and tried to frame that as the vets trying to get more money out of me, I confirmed with 2 different vets that Orion was incorrectly vaccinated according to the records I received at his adoption and that he would need to be restarted on the vaccination schedule. Toe Beans attempted to gaslight me about what I was told at Orion's adoption, I was told he was quarantined for "mild sneezing" but was assured it would "pass in a few day" and that it was nothing to worry about by the employee assisting in his adoption. There was no mention of a suspected illness/infection or mentions of him having diarrhea at the adoption. There was no mention of any current ongoing medical treatment at his adoption, and I was not sent home with any type of medication for him. All I received was his ppaer work, a bag of dry food, a can of wet food, a blanket for his carrier, and assorted treats and toys. As evidenced by previous reviews ear infections are commonly missed at this facility and based on my experience they do not review medical records thoroughly enough before placing cats in a group environment. It has also come to my attention that upon receiving their cats they do not take them for any type of vet assessments as the only medical records I received were from when he was still in the Cayman Islands. They only take the cats to the vet when something is noticeably different, a risk when you don't know a cats personality as you don't know what changes to look for. Go with a reputable rescue or shelter that does regular vet visits when they receive their cats and are able to properly monitor their health. Toe Beans would rather pin all the blame on the new owner and the vets who worked to ensure the health and comfort of the cat than take accountability for their mistakes and actions. I was told on June 2nd that the rescue I adopted Orion through would reach out to me about my concerns regarding his hospitalization and the lack of care he received at Toe Beans, I have yet to be contacted by them. TLDR; Don't adopt from this cafe, they do not take care of their cats and will become extremely defensive and argumentative when confronted about this.

Cute place to play with cats or adopt! It's $3 to go in and play with the kitties for an hour…read more They have people treats and cute local crafts for sale. I loved my chex peanut butter chocolate treat! Also got a cute hat.

Love this place for homemade dog treats, dog toys, cat toys/treats/food. Mel has quite a variety…read moreavailable to purchase. Dogs are welcome inside and will usually get a free treat. Mel is great and very personable. The dogs love all homemade treats she makes. She supports local dog rescues as well!

Dog food bowls - what I purchased for my shihtzu to support this local retail shop. Unique items,…read moresome decorative, some practical. But all related to your canine friend. They sell homemade dog treats, gift baskets, and they have a lounge area for dog owners and fur babies to chat and mingle. I also picked up a free sample of dog food made by Nickel City Canine Rescue.

If you have celiac or even a gluten intolerance, this is the place for you! Amazing real beer…read morebatter fish fry with gluten-free sides is simply delicious. They can make anything on the menu gluten-free also. Highly recommend

Sandwiches here are amazing. They're huge and the bread and all ingredients on them always taste…read moresuper fresh!

I've adopted two great dogs from the shelter. The volunteers who work there are very nice and most…read moreof the workers are too. Some really go above and beyond. Some of that can be overshadowed a bit by the rather surly woman who works at the desk. I do feel bad for her as I'm sure it's not an easy job to do but it can definitely dampen the experience. Beyond the staff and volunteers, the shelter itself is depressing as hell. The two rows of kennels that face each other in the middle are intimidating to walk down and the dogs really seem to trigger each other, very stressful environment. The building needs a HUGE makeover. Also, It smells awful, even when you first walk in. I understand there are animals there but the whole lobby doesn't need to smell like urine and various other unidentifiable smells. It doesn't even smell that bad where the dogs are contained, why so gross out front? Anyway, I'd give five stars because I love our dogs so much and would def support from them again but had to take off a couple of stars because the building itself and overall mood is quite abysmal. It seemed there have been efforts lately to change that but they've got a loooong road ahead of them.

This is my 2nd bad experience with Verona Street Animal Shelter. Rude, rude, rude! I came across a…read moredog that was wandering my street. I grabbed him b/c I saw a collar but quickly noticed he had no tags. I walked up/ down my street asking if anyone recognized him - no luck. So I brought him home and gave him water and cat food (b/c I only have cats). He's a sweet boy, full of energy, I posted on FB and the local neighborhood sight (Maplewood)... I did all the things and hit all the buttons. I called 911, who dispatched Animal Control, then they advised me to bring him over to Verona Street. While there, a rude ass, tall woman with straight hair, came to the door (with the security guard) and would not allow me to leave the dog... after I was told to bring him there. She asked me who told me to bring the dog there, I asked if I could put the dog down to show her on my phone (that was at 3%) she refused - I was trying to show her the phone number on my soon-to-be dead phone - while balancing a dog. But I shouldn't be surprised this isn't the first time I've encountered RUDE ass women at Verona. If they don't like their jobs, maybe they should consider a different field. Maybe next time, I will turn a blind eye and just let the dog wander and hope that he doesn't get hit by a car. Sadly there won't be a next b/c i will not get involved as much as I love animals - - I will NOT get involved. I hope that the pup finds his family. To that RUDE woman I encountered, today... I hope you step on dog poop and drag it into your car every day until Dec. 31, 2024.

Everything went well! The staff is very professional, knowledgeable and love animals! They help…read moreyou make choices in accessories if needed. Not pushy! They are patient and no matter how many times I called, they were kind. Jeff, the Owner is the most dog wise person I have ever met. He picks up the puppies from local breeders no matter what the weather, weekly. The website is easy to navigate. They keep the shop spotless! The puppies play in groups. It is a total joy to do business to get the new member of your family from Allie's.

worst place to ever get a puppy from. they lie about where the puppies come from.. they come from…read moreinhumane breeding and they will sell you a sick dog. the puppy we got from here came to us extremely sick, diarrhea, puking, he had Giardia. the person we spoke to on the phone asked if we wanted another puppy... no we do not. we want THIS puppy. an living innocent animal that we chose for our family. this place does not care aboit the health or well being of the animals in their care or the people who are purchasing from them as life long pets! mind you... for thousands of dollars and then you have to take them to the vet after being given a very ill puppy to spend thousands more. If you are a true animal lover please take this advice and NEVER purchase from this facade business. I am begging you all to trust this advice. this place deserves to be SHUT DOWN FOREVER. absolutely sickening. GET THIS PLACE OUT OF BUSINESS. these innocent animals deserve justice!!!!!

Great place to adopt your next family member. Its very small, not fancy and run by volunteers, only…read moreopen on Sundays but you can leave a message during the week or send an email an your call will be returned. I see there have been some negative reviews- know that they are operating with volunteers and are very low-budget. With that said, the volunteers I worked with were very nice and doing their "job." They want to know that you will will provide a loving and safe home before adopting. You will be "screened" and need to wait a few days before taking your new kitty home. There is also an adoption fee, they need to cover costs. The sweet cat we adopted was in a foster home and clearly very well-cared for. She was socialized with other pets and the owner gave her lots of attention. We are so happy with our new kitty, Phoebe Katz, THANK YOU!

I honestly don't know why anyone would give this place a good review. After no one responded to my…read moreon line application I went in person. They had me fill out a written application. Then I got to see the cats. The cat I was interested in was listed as gentle and loving. The gentleman who came to get her out of her cage had to call another staff to help him because he said she was "difficult". They let you interact with the cat you choose in a small room in the back. The room was crowded with random furniture and generally unpleasant. I understand that cats can be really nervous with strangers but there was no way to tell what her temperament might be in these surroundings. They offered to have the foster call me to talk more about her. Again, no call, no response. I'm guessing some of the people in there were probably volunteers but they didn't seem to know much about the cats in there (or much about cats in general). All in all it was a really disappointing experience. I ended up adopting from another agency.

Assistance is adoption process . Staff is attentive. They offer great advice when one adopts a new…read moredog into your home Joanne

Absolutely the best adoptipn network in Rochester, NY. They noyt only got me themost wondercful…read moreloving dog but they dont keep any dogs in crates or cages They are fosteted by amazing peopleuntil adopted. I got my dog Mickey from them and he has quickly become the most important thing in my life. I don't know what I'd do or where I'd be without him. He is just a littlebundle of love that you couldn't take away from me for a million dollars. I LOVEmy rescue dog. Call them first. You will NOT be dissapointed. They are the best rescue in NY, bar none!!!!