1926 Cherokee Street, Saint Louis, MO 63118, United States
A 501 c3 Non for profit animal rescue
Enjoy a cup of coffee while petting a cat! CLICK HERE To make multiple reservations, click “add more services” before paying.
About Us
Welcome to The Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe!
The Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe is like a regular cafe, except that it is full of free-roaming cats! We are our own rescue and non profit! Being a rescue allows us to pull from the euthanasia list in Animal Control giving those guys a second chance. All donations go directly back to the cats! For litter, food, and all the medical bills. These cafe cats are in an interactive space where they eat, sleep and play. Guests can come in and enjoy a piece of cake or coffee while enjoying the restorative environment. The Cheshire Grin is a cafe where you can play with adoptable cats! We sell coffee, drinks and delicious baked goods. All of the cats you see at our space are adoptable! If you are interested in adopting, all potential adopters must fill out an application with our rescue and have a conversation with a staff member prior to adopting.
Benefits of a Cat Cafe
Think of The Cheshire Grin as a giant foster house for amazing adoptable cats waiting for their forever homes. The environment of the café gives the cats a chance to feel at home while they get used to interacting with many different people.
Potential adopters will be able to interact and learn more about the cats' personalities. As staff and volunteers learn about each cats' needs and personalities, we can match them with their puuurfect adopter.
For Rescues: We are willing to foster any adult friendly cat(s) that have been FIV/FELV tested, neutered, and fully vaccinated to be an indoor cat. We are here to help you make some space in your shelter! Please contact us for more info. and thank you for rescuing cats!
Hello! About Kateri and Paul
We realize that there are a lot of dog rescues in the St. Louis area, but not as many cat rescues. While rescues are rescuing and T.N.R.-ing cats from the streets, we realized that the shelter environment isn’t the best for them to express their true personalities. Many sheltered cats tend to show signs of being stressed and scared instead of friendly and approachable. This situation doesn’t allow them to show off their true personalities. We have both worked in the shelter setting for many years and we take that experience into account in our cafe design. Our kitties purr, talk, play and even snuggle. We want adopters to come in and see how friendly are cats are! Cats open up and show their true colors when they have strangers to impress. The cafe also allows us to see how they interact and play with other cats when they have space to run and play. We feel that all cats deserve a chance to be loved. We want to show you that all cats can be affectionate companions in the right scenario!
MEET THE CAFE CATS:
MAISEL
ELEANOR
MAISEL
Maisel is a sweet 9 year old lady! She loves to be brushed and loves face pets. She was attacked by a dog in her previous home so she probably won’t do well with a dog in her the home. She loves to burrow herself under blankets-and it’s so adorable! When she is comfortable she will sit on your lap if you sit on the stairs next to her.
LOLLY
ELEANOR
MAISEL
Lolly is a sweet 10 year old lady! She has a nero issue that makes her wobbly when she walks but it doesn't bother her getting around! She loves her back being pet and loves attention. It takes her a bit to warm up to younger kittens but she very much loves people.
ELEANOR
ELEANOR
ELEANOR
Eleanor is a female calico around 1 years old. She loves to talk but also loves pets. She has a very sweet personality. She loves playing with little mouse toys. She is a calico so she has a sass to her Around other cats.
CHEEKS
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
ELEANOR
Cheeks is a 4 year old male. He is also curious and loves exploring. He loves attention and pets however, he does enjoy doing his own thing once and a while.
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
Mona is a shy girl who would do better with another cat in the house hold. She needs another cat companion to bring her confidence out. She loves to be pet and will come out for them. But she mainly likes to stay in a safe spot until she feels comfortable to come out. She is love with her new friend Lefty who she has met while in the cafe. Lefty helped her gain confidence.
PIERRE
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
MONA (Bonded Pair with Lefty)
Pierre is a handsome boy who has one distinguishing white whisker. He is around 7 years old and would love to be part of your family.
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
Lefty is around 1 years old. (FIV positive) Lefty is missing an eye, but he does not need it stitched up because it isn’t bothering him and is healthy For it to remain He is a bonded pair with Mona who he met here at the cafe.
SWIFT
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
Swift was a neighborhood cat where a guy took care of her. One day Swift had kittens and when they got old enough he took them in to keep them safe from the outdoor elements. He reached out to us, and we took them in. This is the pasta litter we took a few months ago. Since then, all the kittens have been adopted into loving homes. We told him to get mom if she was friendly, and she is! Swift is so cute. She has a cute face and stubby legs. We can’t help to feel she is better that she is getting consistent food and a nice safe place to live. She is around 2 years old.
COOKIE
LEFTY (Bonded pair with Mona)
COOKIE
Cookie is a sweet little lady who had kittens. Short Bread and Milano are her babies and they are all looking for their forever homes. Cookie is a quirky kitty who is adventurous and would be great with other cats.
AGNUS
VANILLA BEAN
COOKIE
Agnus is a 1 year old incredibly sweet girl. She is the mother of Nessa, Declan, Nolan and Shane. She is ready to find a loving home where she can curl up next to you.
VANILLA BEAN
VANILLA BEAN
VANILLA BEAN
Vanilla Bean is a talkative female Around 1 years old. She is a little shy and will take some time to warm up, but when she does she is an absolute sweetheart.
MARCO
VANILLA BEAN
VANILLA BEAN
Marco is a very loving 10 month old gentleman. He gets along very well with other cats and loves people attention. He loves to play, but what young cat doesnt!
THE YOUNGSTERS:
SHORT BREAD
SHORT BREAD
SHORT BREAD
5 month old female kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
PEACH
SHORT BREAD
SHORT BREAD
5 month old male kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
HOPPY
SHORT BREAD
CREAMSICLE
4 month old male kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
CREAMSICLE
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
CREAMSICLE
4 month old female kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
PENDING ADOPTION
4 month old male kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
ROO
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
BUBBLEGUM SNOWCONE
4 month old female kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
COLE
WHITNEY
WHITNEY
4 month old Male kitten (brother of Whitney)
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
WHITNEY
WHITNEY
WHITNEY
4 month old female kitten (sister of Cole)
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
PUGSLEY
WHITNEY
WEDNESDAY
4 month old female kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
PENDING ADOPTION
4 month old female kitten-
if you are interested in adopting
it is our policy that kittens go home in pairs, unless there is another younger cat in the household.
FAQ's
What do we do to ensure the cats' well being?
Cats are our number 1 priority. Aside from building a cat-ified space that allows the cats to interact with guests on their own terms, we also look after their health and wellness. We have a set of rules we ask our guests to follow in order to ensure the best possible experience for our guests and cats. We keep an eye on our cats to make sure that they're thriving in our environment. Those cats who show any sign of unhappiness are put into foster care until a more suitable arrangement is found.
Where do you get your cats from?
The Cheshire Grin is its' own rescue under The Green Paw Rescue we work with local rescues in the St. Louis and rural areas. We do not take owner surrenders and work only through rescues and Animal Control.
Can I bring my own cat to the cafe?
No. The cats in The Cheshire Grin are already acclimated into the café setting. Think about when you bring your cat to the vet, and how stressful that can be. Bringing your cat to a cafe may be fun for you, but probably not for your cat. For this reason, we don’t want adopted cats in our café.
Is there an age limit to enter the cat lounge?
No one under the age of 7 is permitted in the cat lounge area. The only exception will be for cat adoptions. This is for the safety for your child but for the safety of our cats. The cafe is a safe zone for cats of all backgrounds and histories. Some cats just aren't comfortable with little children.
Children that are over the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Can I book a private event?
Yes! If you are interested in hosting a private event, The Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe can help accommodate. This will make your wedding shower, graduation party or any occasion stand out from the rest! Please email us at thecheshiregrincatcafe@gmail.com with all of your details including the date and event type. We allow up to 15 guests at our private event.
Do I have to make an appointment? Can I book multiple appointments at one time?
Walk-in's are welcome but we encourage you to make a reservation so you have a guaranteed spot. We can only allow 15 people in the cafe per hour.
Unfortunately you have to book individually if you have a larger party coming in. We know, it's annoying.
NOTE: When you make an appointment, your Paypal statement will be from Green Paw Community Association, our non-profit animal rescue.
What are your hours?
We are open Friday through Sunday, 10am-4pm.
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Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
LITTER SPONSOR
Thank you Dr. Elsey’s for supporting our mission by being our litter sponsor! Our rescue cats are happy.