Kitty Café Birmingham extends the award-winning chain to the heart of Birmingham at Grand Central Station, offering a spacious, vibrant venue combining feline companionship with quality dining and animal welfare advocacy. Like sister locations Nottingham and Leeds, Birmingham operates as both a functional rescue/adoption center and interactive cat cafe, prioritizing cat-led welfare and genuine rehabilitation work. The cafe's bright, quirky decor features whimsical wall art and provides multiple play areas, climbing structures, and escape tunnels ensuring resident cats have full control over their interaction levels. All cats receive comprehensive vet care at the cafe's own expense, with a Food Standard rating of 5 and full adherence to rigorous animal welfare standards before any cat enters the cafe environment.
The 16 resident cats at Kitty Café Birmingham are consistently described as well-cared-for, healthy, calm, and friendly, with many actively seeking interaction from visitors. Reviewers appreciated the secure environment where cats could easily retreat to private spaces or approach tables freely—giving genuine control over social engagement. Staff demonstrated visible passion for animal welfare, with one reviewer noting service was intentionally slower because "the priority is the cats, as it should be." Visitors highlighted successful treat-feeding experiences and praised the cats' friendly, well-behaved nature. The spacious location accommodates families comfortably, and reviewers noted good quality food service alongside the animal welfare mission. The cafe actively promotes its adoption and rehoming work through on-site information and merchandise sales, demonstrating commitment to finding permanent homes for all residents.
Entry: £8 per adult, £6 per child (weekdays); £9 per adult, £7 per child (weekends, bank holidays, school holidays). Card only. Located at Unit 12, Grand Central, Stephenson Place, Birmingham B2 4BF. Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm; Saturday 10am-8pm; Sunday 10am-6pm. Sessions last 1 hour; booking recommended. License: LN/000004978. Menu features pizzas, ciabattas, toasties, wraps, quesadillas, sides, desserts, speciality teas, coffee, hot chocolate, milkshakes, and mocktails (note: current menu being updated; email for details). Kitty meal deal (£12.95) available. Vegan options on menu. On-site merchandise shop. Phone: 03300 433 433; Email: info@kittycafe.co.uk.