The Scratching Post CU

Immaculate vibes, and probably the best setup for a cat cafe I've been to! The cat area was very cozy and - writing as someone with cat allergies- very clean with what must be powerful air filtration. The timed tickets/ max capacity meant the cats to people ratio works out wonderfully. Their board game library is also *very* expansive and I'm looking forward to coming back to play games! They have a great selection of both classic and more modern & niche games

All right, Champaign...it was worth the wait! Went to the Scratching Post today to visit some beautiful kitties. It was a blast! All of the employees were kind and informative. They had a decent selection of drinks and food for reasonable prices. The whole place was spotless and the cat area is state of the art, for sure. I'll be taking any of my visitors here, because it is such an awesome place! I have visited many cat cafes, and I am so proud to say that my town now has one of the best ones I've been to. Great job!!

I have been to several cafes across Illinois, Indiana and Missouri. Scratching post is the best one. The chairs are so comfortable and inviting for cats to snuggle. I love all the different places that the cats can climb to and hang out. I loved everything about this place. Highly recommend

So accessibility-friendly! The front door opens with a handicap-access button, the interior is spacious and easy to navigate, and there’s a variety of comfy seating. The tables were also a great height for a wheelchair—thoughtfully designed all around. I got the faux-ca (hot cocoa + coffee) and my friend ordered the apple pie chai—both were delicious! While there’s no kitchen, they offer a nice selection of packaged snacks. They also have an impressive collection of board games, which adds a fun, cozy touch to the space. The only feedback I have is about the bathrooms. There are two single-person, gender-neutral bathrooms. In the one with the toilet and changing station, there’s a green slide lock. I thought I had secured it, but someone accidentally walked in while I was washing my hands. It might help to install a more secure lock or one that clearly shows when the bathroom is occupied. The place was buzzing with people coming in for cat room reservations—I’ll definitely be back to meet the cute kitties myself!

I really appreciate how much effort is put into making sure this is a good experience for both the cats & their human guests! The cat-visitation room is clean, well-ventilated, and comfy. There are a lot of places for the cats to retreat to if they feel overwhelmed, and a lot of toys visitors can use to engage the kitties. The staff also provide picture & video examples of upset cat body language, to ensure that guests don't try to interact with cats who aren't in the mood.

A nice Cafe here. They have lots of cats to pet. The atmosphere is very nice and comfy. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. It's a very well decorated cafe. A nice place!!!

Great experience! The timed group entry system is a smart way to ensure everyone gets plenty of quality time with the cats—by far the best cat experience in town. I do wish more substantial food options were offered, as it’s currently limited to mostly prepackaged snacks. It would also be great if access to the board games were included with a snack or drink purchase; having to pay separately for the game library on top of entry and refreshments feels a bit excessive. Still, a great spot in town that I hope is here to stay

This is such a great space and experience. Everything is really well thought-out for the well-being of the cats. The space for the cat lounge was so nice and the rules put in place for visiting the cat lounge really make a difference. The cats looked really happy and healthy, and a lot were super excited to play. It was really fun to sit in the space and spot cats that were sleeping or off doing their own thing, too. Loved the cat lounge! The board games bar area was also super nice and they had a lot of great games. Love seeing such a cool local business with so much thought and time put into making it an amazing experience. Highly recommend The Scratching Post!!