The purr-fect spot
The interior of Whiskers and Soda was designed to give resident cats plenty of room to play, hide and interact with visitors Cat lovers head over to Whiskers and Soda Cat Cafe right meow RICH LOPEZ | Staff writerrich@dallasvoice.com On Garland Road, a specific type of heaven exists.
But whether it’s for people or cats is debatable. Either way is fine, though, because Whisker and Soda Cat Cafe is a joyful and serene place that caters to both feline and human.
Founded by cat lovers Caroline and Rob Stovall, the humble spot was certainly made for cat lovers and cats alike. And in the four months since its opening, the cafe has made a big splash in a short time. “It’s really cool.
We’ve been very well-received by the community,” Rob Stovall said during a tour of the venue. And he describes Whiskers and Soda as the first true one of its kind in North Texas. “This is based on the true Asian and European models,” he said. “There are two others — one in Lewisville and another in North Richland Hills — but they are more like adoption centers without a food and drink cafe environment.” Whiskers and Soda’s resident kitties are all available for adoption The cafe sits among a street of automotive repair places, restaurants and thrift shops.
