Friendly cats
Visitors can freely pet cats that reviewers describe as cuddly, playful and mostly relaxed, with no signs of aggression or stress.
Meet Cat Cafe
Al Barsha
Meet Cat Cafe in Al Barsha gives visitors a timed chance to pet, play with and feed a large group of resident cats. The relaxed setting also serves drinks, including coffee and milkshakes, making it an easy stop for cat lovers, families and anyone needing a quiet break.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
340 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Kind staff
Staff are repeatedly described as welcoming and attentive, with guidance that helps children interact properly with the cats.
Many cats
The cafe has a substantial resident group, with one visitor counting roughly 22 kitties and another reporting over 10–20 cats.
Relaxing setting
The calm atmosphere suits visitors looking to unwind; reviewers mention quiet time, stress relief and cats napping in cosy corners.
Metro access
One review says the cafe is right next to the metro and Insurance Market, useful for visitors arriving without a car.
Good drinks
Customers specifically mention good coffee, strawberry milkshakes, Spanish latte and iced matcha alongside the cat time.
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit daytime. Go during the day if you want active play; a visit close to 8pm found most cats sleeping.
Check packages. Ask about the beverage-included package before paying: the basic one-hour option may not include a drink.
Budget treats. Bring extra budget for cat snacks if feeding is part of your plan; one visitor bought a snack for 10 AED.
Use the metro. The cafe is reported to be right next to the metro and Insurance Market, so public transport is a practical option.
Mind children. Children should be calm around the cats; one review advises against bringing naughty children for everyone’s safety.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Price concerns
Several visitors consider the entry fee high, especially for repeat family visits or when a drink is not included.
Extra treats
Cat treats cost extra on top of entry, which one visitor found disappointing when already paying for the one-hour session.
Odour reports
Some reviews report unpleasant smells, cat waste and urine on the floor, although other visitors describe the room as clean and neutral-smelling.
Variable interaction
Not every cat is sociable: one visitor found most showed interest mainly when food was available, while late visits can be sleepy.
Limited food
A visitor reported that the cafe had coffee but no desserts, while another said there were no snacks or bakery products.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
49 DHS
1 hour with the cats
“I took the package where you can spend 1 hour with the cats for 49 DHS and you can buy two choices of snacks either for 10/15 DHS”Google review · August 2025
10AED
Cat snack
“We bought a cat snack with 10AED”Google review · July 2026
54aed
Entrance for 1 hour
“The entrance is 54aed for 1 hour which is a bit pricey in my opinion, plus you pay extra if you want to feed the cats”Google review · February 2026
AED 59
1hr with playtime with the cat babies
“Paid AED 59 for 1hr with playtime with the cat babies”Google review · December 2023
49aed each
1 hour with the cats
“49aed each for 1 hour without drinks, walk ins allowed”Google review · December 2024
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The Bottom Line
Meet Cat Cafe in Al Barsha is built around timed visits with a sizeable group of resident cats. You can pet and play with them, buy treats for feeding, and settle in with a drink; reviewers specifically mention good coffee and strawberry milkshakes. The cats range from cuddly lap visitors to curious or mischievous ones, so the experience is more animal interaction than a conventional cafe meal.
The atmosphere is often described as cosy, quiet and calming, making it a popular stress-relief stop. Staff generally come across as kind and attentive, and several reviews say they help children approach and handle the cats properly. It can work well for families, but children need to be respectful and controlled around the animals.
Check the package carefully before you go. Customer reports put one hour at 49 AED without a drink and 59 AED with one, while treats are extra; repeat family visitors feel the cost adds up. A daytime visit gives you a better chance of seeing active cats, since a late-evening visitor found most asleep.
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many reviewers found the cafe clean and odour-free, but others reported cat waste, urine or grooming concerns. The cafe is also reported to be next to the metro and Insurance Market.