Cute as a button tucked into the pocket of the heart of NoDa, and full of the quirky but laissez-fare vibe that makes the neighborhood so special. I mean, where else can you come in for espresso and sit next to a neighbor's dog curled against a booth and lazily awaiting its owner's return? Where else can you have chocolate truffles and coffee (a combination that needs to proliferate, in my humble view)?
Look, this little nook of a shop makes a good brew and has plenty of tempting eats to nosh on. If you want to step away from the big chains and get to know your local shops and the neighbors, the Cat fits that bill. Baristas know the regulars and if you will just talk to them, they will make your drink to fit your preferences too. If it's not, tell them and they'll remake it.
The wife and I like coming here if for no other reason than each trip is an experience- interesting people, interesting sights, and it feels like we find something new to try every time. I recommend it to anyone who visits and encourage locals to go and support a local business doing it all right.
Like their Facebook page for notices of upcoming events and special products (not to mention a list of that days fresh brews).