Aperitif with tapas and drink among the cats at the Crazy Cat Café in Milan

Milan



An aperitif like no other: homemade tapas, a drink of your choice, and our cats, former strays who live freely in the café. The perfect way to end a day in Milan with feline vibes.

Crazy Cat Café Aperitif in Milan

The Crazy Cat Café in Milan offers a relaxed aperitif experience with free-roaming former stray cats, suitable for cat lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

Description

Enjoy an aperitif in a calm setting with soft lighting and freshly prepared tapas in the company of resident cats that roam freely around the café. Select three tapas from a daily menu featuring omnivore and vegan options, paired with your choice of drink, including signature cocktails like the Miaojito, Moscow Meow, or Cats on the Beach, or a non-alcoholic beverage.

Since 2015, Crazy Cat Café has been Lombardy's first cat café, where adopted stray cats are the real hosts. The kitchen works daily with fresh, homemade ingredients, emphasizing quality and care in every dish. The café is decorated with feline-themed touches, aiming to provide a respectful and natural environment for both cats and guests.

A feline souvenir is included to take home as a memento of your visit.

What's Included

  • One drink of your choice: Miaojito, Moscow Meow, Cats on the Beach, or a non-alcoholic house drink
  • Three tapas from the daily selection (omnivore and vegan options available), such as:
    • Sicilian savory cannolo with gorgonzola cream and chopped hazelnuts
    • Pulled pork with marinated purple sauerkraut and paprika cream
    • Fried Ligurian panisse with berry mayonnaise
    • Crispy chicken skewer in corn and paprika breadcrumbs
    • Fresh vegetable gazpacho with schiacciatine (vegan)
    • Cannellini bean hummus with smoked tofu (vegan)
  • Welcome crisps and olives
  • One feline souvenir to take home
  • Access to the venue with cats freely roaming in the room for 1.5 hours

Exclusions

  • Additional drinks beyond the one included
  • Extra tapas beyond the three included
  • Special menu items such as new daily specials, fish tapas, or other items not on the standard selection
  • Desserts, merchandise, and other items from the venue’s menu

Cat Interaction and Guest Guidelines

The cats live at the café and follow their own rhythms. Interaction is natural and voluntary; cats may or may not approach for cuddles or attention during your visit.

  • Do not feed the cats; they have designated food that is safe and nutritious.
  • Respect their space and time; do not force interaction or pick them up.
  • Maintain a quiet environment; speak softly and move calmly to avoid stressing the cats.
  • No flash photography is allowed.
  • Do not chase or disturb the cats or enter their private or staff-only areas.
  • Failure to follow these rules may result in staff asking you to leave.

Important Information

  • Keep your voice low and movements calm to preserve the cats' well-being.
  • Follow staff instructions for a respectful and pleasant visit.

Booking and Cancellation

Booking includes 1.5 hours in the café with cats roaming freely. Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. We recommend booking in advance due to limited availability.

For the best experience, visit during quieter weekday evenings. Bring a camera without flash if you want to capture moments with the cats.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes three tapas choices from omnivore and vegan options, one drink, complimentary chips and olives, and a feline souvenir.
The Crazy Cat Café is located in Milan, Lombardy, known as the first cat café in the region.
Yes, you can select from both omnivore and vegan tapas options during the aperitif.
Yes, the cats roaming freely in the café are former stray cats cared for by the café.
The café offers a calm atmosphere with warm lighting and a slow, relaxed rhythm.
Yes, one handcrafted drink is included with the three chosen tapas.
Yes, guests receive a feline-themed souvenir to take home.
All tapas are fresh and homemade daily at the Crazy Cat Café in Milan.
Check the Crazy Cat Café website for current opening hours and available times in Milan.
The café features cats freely roaming, so it is best suited for cat lovers or those comfortable around cats.

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