Purr-fect Establishments: The Best Cat Cafes in New York

Scientists recently reported that how to speak the language of catsIf you want to check out this trick, love cats but can't have one because of allergies in the family or a strict owner, you should visit a cat cafe! AMNY tells about the best such establishments in New York.

In cat cafes you can interact, play and spend time with cats. You can even adopt them through various animal shelters.

Koneko Cat Cafe

• Where: 26 Clinton St, Lower East Side. (646) 370-5699.
• Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00am to 15:00pm, closed 15:00pm to 16:00pm for feeding, then open again 16:00pm to 21:00pm
• Admission: $25 for 1 hour. Reservations are highly recommended.

Koneko, which means "kitten" in Japanese, takes inspiration from cat cafes in Japan with a Japanese-style menu.

The cafe's mission is to find loving homes for its cats. Their partner, Anjellicle Cats Rescue, removes cats from the at-risk list — a list of cats in New York City that are scheduled to be euthanized.

Cat lovers can book a 1-hour time slot to visit the cattery (children aged 8-14 must be accompanied by an adult).

Meow parlor

• Where: 43 Essex Street between Grand and Hester.
• Opening hours: daily from 11:00 to 18:00, with extended hours on weekends (11:00 to 19:00). Opening hours for children: every Monday from 15:00 to 16:00 and on Saturday from 11:00 to 12:00.
• Entry: $22 for 50 minutes. Reservations are highly recommended.

Meow parlor - the first cat a cafe in New York City. It offers visitors the opportunity to play with adoptable purrs. Visitors to the Meow Parlor can enjoy sweet treats in the company of a furry friend. All cats in the cafe are available for adoption.

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In addition to the regular hours for adults and children over 9, the cafe offers special times for children under 9. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors will be required to sign a waiver.

Brooklyn Cat Cafe

• Where: 76 Montague St, Brooklyn Heights. (347) 946-2286.
• Opening hours: Friday to Monday from 12:00 to 19:00.
• Admission: $12 for 30 minutes, price varies depending on special events. Reservations recommended.

Visitors Brooklyn Cat Cafe can purchase packaged food and drinks, many of which are locally produced. The Brooklyn Cat Café has a small children's corner with books and games, and hosts special events for families with children.

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors must have a signed release form. The cafe is a nonprofit operated by the Brooklyn Bridge Animal Welfare Coalition. All cats at the cafe are available for adoption.

The Shabby Tabby Cat Cafe

• Where: 197 W Main St, Sayville. (631) 750-7007.
• Opening hours: Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:00 to 19:00; Thursday-Saturday from 11:00 to 20:00.
• Admission: $18,47 for 1 hour.

Visiting a cafe Shabby Tabby Cat Cafe Includes an hour of playtime with adorable cats, plus free coffee, tea, or hot chocolate! Stay tuned for special events including painting nights, quizzes, yoga, and more.

The Shabby Tabby Cat Cafe partners with Friends of Ollie. The organization rescues all of its cats from the streets, shelters, and poor living conditions. If you fall in love with a cat, consider adopting one.