Katzentempel Munich is a fully vegan café on Türkenstraße 29 in Maxvorstadt, where six resident cats roam freely among the tables. Opened in 2013, it was the first Katzentempel and launched what the brand calls the “Miau-Effekt.” It now draws students, cat lovers and plant-based diners from across the city (source: Katzentempel).
The kitchen cooks everything fresh from in-house recipes, and the menu is entirely plant-based. It runs from long breakfasts and sandwiches through lunch and dinner, plus coffee and cake in the afternoon (source: Katzentempel). The cats come first here. Climbing walls, ledges and walkways keep them busy all day, and guests may interact with them on the cats’ terms. Expect a cosy, low-key room where a cat might settle on the bench beside you or ignore you completely (source: Yelp).
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Weekend brunch fills the small space quickly, so reserve ahead. For calmer cats and easier seating, aim for weekday mornings or mid-afternoon. Let sleeping cats lie, and follow staff guidance on handling and feeding. The U3/U6 Universität station is a short walk away. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, the Pinakotheken art museums and the Englischer Garten are all close by, which makes the café an easy stop on a Maxvorstadt museum day. Check current opening hours on the official site before you go.
When planning your Munich travel guide or browsing verified vegan restaurant in Munich, pair this stop with standout local spots including Dessi Tadka – Indian Street Food, Trachtenvogl, NiL – Café & Bar, and Ballabeni Icecream Stammhaus (nearby).
