NEKO Cat Cafe – Japanese
This whimsical sanctuary invites guests to unwind in a sun-drenched space where the gentle purr of resident felines harmonizes with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and delicate floral teas. Guests can sip on vibrant strawberry matcha or a velvety nitro chai while watching playful cats roam, creating a serene retreat that blends cozy companionship with artfully crafted beverages like chilled vanilla lattes and soothing royal milk tea.
1130 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham WA 98225 https://nekocatcafe.com/bellinghamRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at NEKO Cat Cafe
Dairy-Free at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Japanese Mochi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rotating Seasonal Cider, Tieton Honey Lavender Cider and Tieton Organic Dry Cider. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Iced Kitty Cat Sugar Cookies. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 6 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilled Black Coffee, Rotating Seasonal Cider and Chilled Strawberry Hibiscus Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilled Black Coffee, Rotating Seasonal Cider and Chilled Strawberry Hibiscus Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 24 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Japanese Mochi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 30 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Iced Kitty Cat Sugar Cookies. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at NEKO Cat Cafe
NEKO Cat Cafe in Bellingham has 7 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Chilled Black Coffee and Chilled Strawberry Hibiscus Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at NEKO Cat Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday Cat Belgian White | 39 g | 22.9 g |
| Tieton Organic Dry Cider | 3 g | 21.3 g |
| Rotating Cat-Themed Beers | 3.1 g | 16 g |
| Fresh Brewed Coffee | 0.4 g | 15.7 g |
| Still or Sparkling Bottled Water | 5 g | 10.8 g |
| Sapporo Japanese Lager (Small) | 10.2 g | 7.6 g |
| Sapporo Japanese Lager (Large) | 10.2 g | 7.6 g |
| Classic Lemonade | 61.2 g | 7.4 g |
| Bento Box | 77.7 g | 6.5 g |
| Strawberry Milk | 3.6 g | 4 g |
| Root Beer on Tap | 8 g | 2.5 g |
| Chilled Black Coffee | 0.6 g | 2.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the dependable service and casual atmosphere during lunch visits, noting the environment is a suitable choice for a relaxed meal. Reviewers highlight the consistent experience and straightforward service, framing it as a reliable spot for those seeking a low-key dining setting with
Menu
Coffee & Tea
- Fresh Brewed Coffee - $3.5: Decaf on request
- Chilled Black Coffee - $5: Canned Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Chilled Vanilla Latte - $5: Canned Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Chilled Vanilla Oat Milk Latte - $5: Canned Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Nitro Chai Tea - $5.5: Served cold Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Matcha - $6: Canned
- Chilled Strawberry Hibiscus Tea - $6: Canned Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Royal Milk Tea - $6: Canned Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Hot Tea Varietals - $4: See tea menu for options Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hot Chocolate - $4: Vegan
Fizzy Drinks & Juices
- Ringo's Orange Cream Soda - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Happy Mountain Kombucha on Tap - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Root Beer on Tap - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Strawberry Lemonade - $6
- Classic Lemonade - $6
- Ramune Soda - $6: Ask pawtender about flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Milk - $6
- CBD Infused Sparkling Beverages - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Still or Sparkling Bottled Water - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Beer
- Black Raven Kitty Kat Blues Pale Ale - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Wednesday Cat Belgian White - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Kulshan Bastard Cat Belgian White Ale - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sapporo Japanese Lager (Small) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Sapporo Japanese Lager (Large) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Aslan Dawn Patrol - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Rotating Cat-Themed Beers - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Lucky Cat White Ale - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Cider & Seltzer
- Bellingham Cider Co. Sunday Cidermosa - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Tieton Organic Dry Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Tieton Honey Lavender Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Rotating Seasonal Cider - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Juneshine Hard Kombucha - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Local Hard Seltzer - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Snacks
- Iced Kitty Cat Sugar Cookies - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Japanese Mochi - $5: Filled with red bean, gluten-free, vegan Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Pocky Sticks - $5: Chocolate, strawberry or matcha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Hello Panda Mini Cookies - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Spicy & Crunchy Roasted Peas - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Japanese Rice Crackers - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Bento Box - $16: Pocky sticks, rice crackers, spicy peas & hello panda cookies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about NEKO Cat Cafe
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- NEKO Cat Cafe specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring themed snacks like pocky, mochi, and rice crackers alongside specialty coffee and teas.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Visit for a relaxed lunch to enjoy the casual atmosphere, resident cats, and specialty drinks like strawberry matcha or nitro chai.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- NEKO Cat Cafe is currently operational, offering daily service for lunch and casual visits at their Bellingham location.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a diverse beverage selection and various Japanese snacks, including 22 dietary-specific categories like vegan and gluten-free.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests appreciate the dependable service and casual atmosphere, highlighting the cafe as a reliable, low-key spot for a relaxed meal.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://nekocatcafe.com/bellingham, though the provided data does not specify online ordering availability.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, plant-based, diabetic, heart-healthy, and several specialized health-focused diets like Mediterranean and alkaline.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests appreciate the dependable service and casual atmosphere, describing it as a reliable, low-key spot for a relaxed meal.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention specific concerns, instead highlighting dependable service, a casual atmosphere, and a reliable, low-key experience.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual, budget-friendly Japanese cafe experience with cats, specialty teas, and diverse dietary options like vegan and gluten-free snacks.
- Is NEKO Cat Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. NEKO Cat Cafe has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Japanese Mochi.
- What can I eat at NEKO Cat Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Japanese Rice Crackers, Pocky Sticks and Japanese Mochi carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does NEKO Cat Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 24 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Japanese Rice Crackers and Pocky Sticks.
- Is NEKO Cat Cafe gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at NEKO Cat Cafe?
- Wednesday Cat Belgian White, at roughly 22.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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