Gatos and Beans
Review of Gatos and Beans
Gatos and Beans is a charming café located at 4348 3rd Ct S, Birmingham, Alabama. As the name suggests, this café is a haven for cat lovers, combining the joy of sipping a cup of coffee with the company of adorable feline friends.
The café is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, providing the perfect opportunity to unwind and spend quality time with the resident cats. The atmosphere at Gatos and Beans is cozy and inviting, creating a relaxing environment for both humans and cats alike.
The café operates on a reservation system to ensure that there is enough space for everyone to enjoy the company of the cats. The website clearly states that reservations are recommended, allowing visitors to plan their visit in advance. This system helps maintain a comfortable environment for the cats, who have their own room filled with high shelves and cozy spots for them to climb, play, and rest.
The staff at Gatos and Beans are friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to answer any questions about the cats and their individual stories. The café also has a strong commitment to social justice, advocating for equal human rights. Supporting Gatos and Beans means supporting a business that cares deeply for both its feline residents and the community it serves.
Customers have consistently praised their experiences at Gatos and Beans. Visitors have described the cats as sweet, playful, and well taken care of. The café offers an opportunity to interact with the cats, whether it's playing with the kittens or enjoying the company of the more relaxed and docile cats. Many customers have expressed their desire to adopt a cat after visiting Gatos and Beans.
If you're a cat lover looking for a unique and heartwarming experience, Gatos and Beans is the place to be. Make a reservation, grab a cup of coffee, and enjoy the purrfect company of these adorable feline friends.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Tony Okumura
Absolutely wonderful place to spend time with kitties and a wholesome service! Absolute must for cat people. Pretty sure the 1 star ratings were dog people. Cats rule!
Mordecai Brown
Absolutely the cutest place to visit when around! I went here with my partner for Valentine's Day and it was a great stress reliever. Pretty sure one of us definitely would've adopted some cats there if were able to as we adored them. The staff was also incredibly friendly and it felt right at home.
Amanda Horsley
If you are a cat & coffee lover like myself, you will LOVE Gatos & Beans! The price is very reasonable and it makes for such a fun, unique date. The owners and employees we met were so kind and caring. The atmosphere is laid-back, but very clean and organized. It’s a giant room full of cats- what’s not to love?!!
Miguel Patiño
You need to be cats allergic immune. The coffee is normal but the people is excellent.
Danielle Woods
There is a fee to visit the kitties. And they are for adoption. The owners and staff are terrific! We enjoyed our visit! All 12 of the kitties decided to take a nap except Maddix woke up and wanted to chat and love on us. Thanks for the hospitality and friendly staff for making our visit so comfortable.
Kendyl Terry
When we went there were more people in the cat room than cats. The website says 10$/person but we were charged 11$/person. The coffee was nothing special. Mostly I'm disappointed about not really getting any time with cats. I was hoping for a similar atmosphere to the cat cafe in Chattanooga (dimmed lighting, jazz, so many cats in what felt like a home and each person is given treats to give out). Unfortunately, I won't be back.
Meaghan Wilson
I'm allergic to cats, and I still love this place. I go regularly for coffee dates, and the coffee is good! The cafe is kitchy and cute, and they have a good selection of cat-themed gifty things. The owner and staff are all very friendly. I've never had a cat, nor wanted a cat, until this place opened up near my house, but now I regularly send pictures of cats to my boyfriend, and I've bought too many cat-themed gifts for someone who isn't a "cat lady." Oh well.🤷🏼♀️ Also, since this is a satellite of Kitty Cat Haven, the proceeds of the cafe go to the housing of the cats while they await adoption. So it feels worthwhile!
Heather Peters-Berkey
I love that this Cafe exists! I hope people continue to support it. The staff was friendly & I love they limit the amount of people who can interact each hour. They have lots of toys you can use to play with the cats and information about each one (name, gender, age, etc.). If you are a cat lover, it is a fun experience!
J F
Make sure to book a reservation. Kitties are always fun!
Jules M
Amazing experience!
Fun for all ages.
There are two parts:
1. the beverage bar and seating
2. The room with the CATS (seating, cat toys, cool stuff, and, of course the cats!)
They are separated so if you get there before your hour of kitty cuddles, or you want to stay after, you can hang out in the air conditioning and even watch the kitties through the windows.
Great atmosphere to do homework or chat with a friend, etc.
And the beverages are delicious. I personally recommend the sweet tea!
Bonus: there is a bit of outside seating!