Some might think that getting lost on purpose is a childish thing. So be it, I love getting lost and ending up in really beautiful places, but I’m not keen at finding my way at the Schönbrunn‘s maze. Well, just in Vienna. I haven’t explored all the secret streets nor have I discovered all the nooks with such nostalgic charm but I’m getting there.
Hidden within the city, among a pathway of cobblestones and many a chair waiting for customers, is a humble cafe owned by a bunch of furry-ocious cats!
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Japanese Snacks
One of the very first Neko (Japanese for cat) Cafes in Europe, the Cat Cafe in Blumenstockgasse is a refuge to those seeking peace and quiet among precious cats. The cafe offer Japanese traditional tea, Viennese coffee, Japanese treats as sake sushi, inarizushi and rice balls, just enough for snacks but not a full meal. They also have a selection of cakes and ice cream to choose from. As with other neko cafes, customers are allowed to play with the resident cats. One can also buy cat food to feed them.
The cafe was designed to house them cats, high-ceilings, wood fixtures, a cat playground and toys comprise the lot. There are five cats featured on the cafe’s wall. They are introduced via the cafe’s menu, complete with a description of their person, their birthdate, gender and a profile photo! 😀
Teas
I had a cup of Japanese Rice tea…bitter and pure, it is worth sipping down with a friend who also loves cats. Often, I’ve wanted to photograph cats around as they are one of my favorite photography subjects.
No Stray Cats
There are no stray cats around the city so the neko cafe is the best choice to get lovely portraits of them elusive, picturesque pets! 😀 Then again, the cafe prohibits flash photography so as not to disturb them cats…it’s all good.
If you’re a cat lover who happens to enjoy Japanese sweets, this place is a must! You’ll meet like-minded people – I mean, cat lovers and you can enjoy your cuppa in a very relaxed atmosphere and in the company of these sweet, furry, photogenic creatures!
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Café Neko
– Blumenstockgasse 5, Vienna 1010, Austria
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We would get along just great. When my BFF and I are out taking photos we love getting lost and finding new places. Cat people are the best, I’m sure I’d love the place.
No way! This is awesome!! I love Japanese tea!
Looks like a great place to relax with a book and coffee. I like how the place looks.
A place I so want to visit. Someday soon I hope. Beautiful pictures and post. I heard so much about this wonderful. Who wouldn’t want to go there?
I LOVE getting lost on purpose. I also like just getting in my car and driving until I feel like stopping.
This seems like such a neat concept. I know so many people that would really enjoy something like this.
This is such a chill place! I would love to check this out sometime in the near future.
This looks like such a cute and relaxing place to sip some coffee! Would love to visit it someday. Another must-see added to my list.
I am so excited to find out that a place like this exists! Cats and cafes, two of my favorite things wrapped up into one adorable package.
What an awesome place! I would definitely love to visit here and drink a cup of coffee. 🙂 Thanks for sharing!