Café · Newcastle upon Tyne
A cat café rather than a lunch stop — worth knowing before you go, because the food side is deliberately small. Around £10–11 each buys an hour's slot, a drink, biscuits and fortune cookies, plus a handful of treats to hand out to the cats, so bring a proper meal plan for afterwards. The cats themselves are the draw: calm, sociable, well looked after, with a downstairs retreat when they've had enough fuss. Staff are warm and patient, there's a kids' menu and high chairs, and children get an hour of genuine delight — one visitor's daughter declared she loved every single cat. It's a small room and can smell faintly of cats, though it's kept clean. Book ahead; slots fill and walk-ins may be disappointed.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Chefs cook on the hotplate in front of you — food arrives fast, kids are entertained, but book ahead and expect a hefty bill.
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