Mugs 'N Mittens

Mugs 'N Mittens embraces a straightforward philosophy: fifty percent cat, fifty percent café, one hundred percent good vibes. Located in Fairmont, West Virginia, this low-barrier establishment requires no appointments and has no age minimum, making it accessible to families, individuals, and anyone seeking a casual hangout with cats. The café serves boba tea, hand-spun milkshakes, smoothies, iced coffee floats, lattes, and hot chocolate, with each permanent resident cat boasting a signature drink named after their personality. Local bakers supply cat-themed sweets including cake pops, cookies, cupcakes, and brownies. The gift shop stocks locally designed and handmade items—jewelry, art prints, freeze-dried sweets, keychains—all with a feline twist, supporting local artisans while celebrating the cats.

The facility houses eight permanent resident cats and fosters adoptable cats from Marion County Humane Society and Doddridge County Humane Society, providing temporary homes and socialization for animals awaiting placement. The lounge spaces contain puzzles, video games, coloring activities, cat toys, and plenty of comfortable seating including bean bags and couches, creating an environment where visitors can simply relax and absorb the feline companionship. While entry carries a $10 per-person fee, the space is designed for leisurely visits and social connection. Reviews highlight the friendly, welcoming staff and the diverse personalities among the cats, though visitors should note that cats are cats—some prefer sleeping to interaction.

Mugs 'N Mittens distinguishes itself through its event hosting capacity and community-focused energy. Birthday parties and special events are accommodated with genuine hospitality; one review detailed a multi-child Sesame Street-themed birthday party where the staff went above and beyond, helping with decorations, sitting on the floor with children, offering encouragement, and creating a spotless, odor-free environment that parents and non-cat-lovers alike found welcoming and comfortable. The combination of beloved local beverages, adorable merchandise, and a genuinely caring staff makes this a mood-boosting destination for travelers and locals alike.