A cat lady with a big enough heart to take in over a hundred cats eventually needs a bigger building, and that’s exactly the story behind Rosie’s Kitty Catfé. What started in 2022 as a small lounge inside the Mall at Partridge Creek has grown into Macomb County’s first cat café, a nonprofit rescue that has spent years finding cats a warm place to land before finding them a home for good.
Founder Heather, known around the area as the go-to person for cats nobody else would take, built this place out of necessity as much as passion. Her rescue operation ballooned from just 11 cats to over 100, forcing a move out of the mall in 2023 and a long, frustrating search for a new home. That search finally ended with a spot double the size of the original, a converted bike shop in Washington Township that opened its doors in 2025.
What to Expect Inside
Every cat roaming the café floor is fully vetted, microchipped, spayed or neutered, and current on vaccines, so you can relax and let curious paws come to you without worry. Most of the resident cats are available for adoption, and the setup lets you actually get to know a cat’s personality, whether it’s a lap-loving snuggler or a shelf-climbing acrobat, before committing to anything.
Your twenty dollar donation at the door goes directly toward the rescue’s veterinary bills and care costs, and it comes with a complimentary coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, a nice touch that turns a rescue visit into an actual café outing. Visitors consistently mention how clean and well-kept the space feels despite housing dozens of cats, which says a lot about how the operation is run.
Beyond the standard hangout sessions, the café runs themed events that mix rescue work with genuine fun. Yoga with Cats and Painting with Cats are recurring favorites, and there have been more offbeat offerings like a Catnip Masterpiece night, giving you a reason to come back even after you’ve met every resident on the roster.
Atmosphere & Décor
The café occupies a repurposed retail space that’s been outfitted with climbing structures, cozy nooks, and plenty of sunny perches for the cats to claim as their own. It has the feel of a genuine lounge rather than a clinical shelter, with soft seating arranged so you can sip your drink while cats wander, nap, or launch themselves at a nearby toy.
Because the space doubled in size from the original mall location, there’s noticeably more room to breathe, both for visitors and for the cats themselves. The energy leans relaxed and social rather than chaotic, which tends to bring out playful behavior in cats that might otherwise hide from a crowd.
Other Considerations
Do I need a reservation? The café operates on an appointment basis, though walk-ins are welcomed when space allows, so it’s worth calling or texting ahead at 586-400-9643 to guarantee a spot.
What are the hours? Rosie’s Kitty Catfé is open Friday and Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m., with Thursdays reserved for private events and Wednesday and Sunday hours varying, so check current listings before you head out.
Can I bring my kids? Visitors need to be at least 9 years old, and anyone under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
How much does it cost? Entry is a $20 donation at the door, which funds the rescue’s veterinary and care costs and includes a complimentary coffee, tea, or hot cocoa.
Can I adopt a cat here? Yes, most cats on-site are available for adoption through the café’s partnership with Meow and Furever Cat Rescue, and the process can be started in person or online.
Rosie’s Kitty Catfé
📍 5987 26 Mile Rd, Washington, MI 48094
Website: https://kittycatfe.com/
