Cat Café

Budapest

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Cat Café

A small friendly café near the Opera House, welcoming visitors with cakes, paninis, coffee and cocktails, along with cosy, cushioned seats, cat-themed art and souvenirs, but most importantly, 15 permanent feline residents to keep you purrfect company.

Useful Information

Address: Budapest, Révay utca 3
Email: info@catcafebudapest.hu
Phone: +36 20 617 3301
Opening House: www.instagram.com/cat_cafe_budapest
Opening House: Daily 10am–9pm
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/CatCafeBudapest/

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