Dakota Cat Cafe
Welcome!
Dakota Cat Cafe is a cozy haven where coffee and companionship come together. We provide a space where guests can enjoy coffee and snacks on the cafe side or in the cat lounge. Our cat lounge operates on a donation-only basis. These donations help cover the lounges operational costs and support our mission.
By fostering a community-focused environment, we aim to raise awareness about animal welfare and help our feline friends find furever homes. Join us for a unique and heartwarming experience that makes a difference, one purr at a time.
Updates from the Owner
August 19, 2024
We wanted to keep you all in the loop about the progress of the Dakota Cat Cafe. Recently, we received a letter from the Burleigh County Health Department with some important revisions that we need to make to our renovations in order to meet health codes.
While this means a slight delay in our plans, we are committed to ensuring that our café meets all the necessary health and safety standards to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for both our feline friends and our valued customers.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work through these final adjustments. We’ll keep you updated on our progress.
Thank you for your patience and for being a part of our journey to bring this unique and exciting experience to our community!
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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September 13, 2024
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We are actively exploring alternative locations. While we originally focused on a spot in Lincoln, we've encountered delays in the approval process. To keep things moving forward, we're considering some great spaces in Bismarck.
Stay tuned for additional updates, and thank you all for your continued support and patience! We can't wait to bring this cozy, cat-friendly space to life.
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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September 24, 2024
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Our variance application for the City of Lincoln has been put on the Board of Adjustments meeting for this evening at 7 pm. We are hopeful and will be posting an update following this. Please send positive vibes our way!
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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FOLLOW UP - We had our meeting with the Board of Adjustments tonight, and while they were supportive of the cafe and our vision, they ultimately had to table the application due to some legal considerations beyond their control.
While this is a temporary pause, we're still optimistic about moving forward and will continue working with the board to navigate the necessary steps. We appreciate all your support and patience as we work through this process.
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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October 28, 2024
Just a brief update! We're still working closely with the city council and the city attorney to get everything sorted out. Since Lincoln doesn't currently have ordinances for the type of business we're bringing, it's taking a bit longer than expected. However, we'd rather take the time now to get things done correctly than rush and face issues later down the road. We're so grateful for your patience and continued support, and we can't wait to bring this dream to life for all of you!
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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January 17, 2024
We are thrilled to share that our journey to brining Dakota Cat Cafe to life is well underway, and we've made some exciting decisions about our opening plans.
To ensure the best possible experience for our customers (and our furry friends), we'll be launching the cafe in two phases.
Phase 1:
The coffee side of the cafe is projected to open in March! You'll soon be able to stop in, order your coffee and enjoy our cozy space. OR order ahead, walk in or conveniently have us bring the coffee to your car.
Phase 2:
The cat lounge is projected to open 4-6 months later. Once it's ready, you'll have the chance to relax and play with adoptable cats in a welcoming, serene environment. Our second phase will also include the installation of a drive thru!
As always, we would like to thank you for your patience and support as we bring this dream to life. We can't wait to welcome you soon!
Ashley | Owner, Dakota Cat Cafe
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Please check out our Facebook for updates on the cafe's progress!