TropiCats

3501 Rice St #1017, Lihue, HI 96766, United States
+1 808-431-4555
$$$ Cat cafe
(28 Reviews)

Welcome to **TropiCats**, a delightful cat cafe nestled in the sunny surroundings of Lihue, Hawaii! If you're a cat lover or simply looking for a unique and heartwarming experience during your visit, this charming space is the perfect spot to escape and unwind.

At TropiCats, you can enjoy quality time with adorable felines—all up for adoption through the Kauai Humane Society. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, designed to make both humans and cats feel right at home. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by the playful antics of several friendly cats, each with their own quirky personality. Whether you want to indulge in some gentle purring or playful feline mischief, there's a cat waiting for you to be their new friend.

This cafe doesn’t just focus on heartwarming cat cuddles; it also supports an incredibly noble cause. As customer Emily Katherine Dacus notes, “Everyone was so friendly and the money goes to a GREAT cause!” Your visit helps in caring for these beautiful creatures while also contributing to their well-being and finding them loving homes.

Feedback from visitors reveals an overwhelmingly positive reception. Customer Danny Hamm praises the experience, saying, “What a great idea! You can come to get some quality kitty time or a potential new home for any of these wonderful rescues!” For families, this magical escape is a must, as tanar robinson mentions, “It was my daughter's favorite part of the whole trip.” TropiCats offers a cozy gift shop where you can find delightful cat-themed merchandise, perfect for taking a piece of this experience home with you.

While the cafe aspect is still evolving, many customers love the social, bright, and uplifting environment. With playful cats lounging around, Eric Watson describes the experience as a fulfilling one; "The cats are energetic and playful, and you’ll get a good variety of personalities." Socks are required due to the cafe’s commitment to keeping the space clean and comfortable for the cats, and you can even purchase a pair if you forget your own!

If you're on the hunt for a unique, feel-good experience in Hawaii, make sure to add TropiCats to your itinerary. Whether you spend thirty minutes or an entire afternoon loving on the kitties, you'll leave with a smile, a warm heart, and perhaps even the desire to adopt one of these lovely furballs.

In a paradise where the sun shines brightly, TropiCats shines even brighter, offering not just coffee and cat cuddles but also a chance to support the wonderful world of animal adoption.

Don’t miss out on this pawsitively enchanting experience at 3501 Rice St #1017, Lihue, HI 96766, United States. For inquiries, give them a call at +1 808-431-4555. Your kitty-filled adventure awaits!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
On-site services available
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 06:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 06:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 06:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 06:30 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 06:30 PM

28 Reviews
Danny Hamm

28 Sep 2025

This place is amazing. What a great idea!You can come to get some quality kitty time or a potential new home for any of these wonderful rescues! (On or off island). If you got 30 minutes to spare then come and give these cats some much needed love and attention!

tanar robinson

29 Aug 2025

We had so much fun hanging out with all the cats! It was my daughters favorite part of the whole trip. We picked up some cute stuff from their gift shop as well!

Kristi Bond

11 Aug 2025

It's pretty small, and a few of the cats are very shy and don't want to play, but it is a very cute place. Socks are required but they sell them if you forget or don't have any. They've adopted out quite a few cats, so that's pretty nice.

Julie Vaughn

04 Aug 2025

Super fun break while on vacation. A well run organization. Very respectful of the cats. They have the life!

Cat Cafe Maui

03 Aug 2025

We recently visited Tropicats, a small and cozy cat room lounge, and were greeted by the most adorable and sweet 7 cats! Cute gift shop too.

J P

08 Jul 2025

A wonderful cat experience! Lots of beautiful, friendly, and playful cats in a bright and pleasant space. (The cats are from the Kauai Humane Society and adoptable.) The owner is friendly and kind, and she takes great care of the cats. We loved the gift shop too.

Emily Katherine Dacus

08 Jul 2025

Everyone was so friendly and the money goes to a GREAT cause! All the cats are super sweet and there’s a really fun selection of cat-themed merchandise. The gentleman at the front gave us lots of great recommendations on local beaches and hiking as well. 10/10!

Eric Watson

05 Jul 2025

My girlfriend and I decided to visit and complete our bucket list of finally going to a cat cafe! Pros: Really friendly cats, one even layed down in my girlfriend’s lap right off the bat! They were energetic and playful , and you’ll get a good variety of personalities in the cats. Cons: Since they are still pretty new, the cafe aspect was kinda lacking. However, they do offer canned beverages (which includes coffee) in a fridge for $1 each before entering, so if you’re really in it for the cats you came to the right place! Overall, it’s for a good cause and it was a pleasant experience.

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