Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar

Pounce Cat Cafe + Wine Bar in Charleston, South Carolina, represents a transformative approach to shelter cat adoption—a magical space where wine, pastries, and adoptable cats create the perfect recipe for love at first sight. Since launching in December 2016, Pounce has helped over 4,000 cats and kittens throughout South Carolina and Georgia find their forever homes, averaging one adoption per day.

The philosophy is elegantly simple: get cats out of cages and into a friendly, loving, comfortable environment where they can roam freely, play, and reveal their true personalities. Pounce houses 15-20 adoptable rescue cats at any given time in partnership with Charleston Animal Society. This approach directly increases adoption rates by boosting shelter cats' visibility while freeing shelter resources to rescue more animals across the Southeast.

A one-hour visit costs $17 per person and includes a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage. Beer and wine are available for additional fees, creating the perfect backdrop for a relaxing afternoon. All food is pre-packaged from local providers, ensuring quality without the risk of cat hair in your muffin. The space is exceptionally clean, calm, and welcoming—ideal for enjoying a quiet conversation while cats naturally approach for attention or cuddles. The adoption process is straightforward: visit to bond with cats, express interest in a match, complete adoption paperwork on-site, and take home your new companion (must be 21+ with ID). Reservations are highly recommended though walk-ins are accommodated as space allows. Private events for up to 20 people are available for $250-$300/hour with optional open bar add-ons. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in successful matches.