They've been a huge hit around the world, and now Perth is getting its own cat cafe.

The Cat Café Purrth in Subiaco will be a place for people to enjoy a coffee while playing with rescue kittens from the Cat Haven.

Chris Mewburn and Terps Platritis are opening Perth's first Cat Cafe. Credit:Stephanie Garnaut

Founders Chris Mewburn and Terps Platritis want to combine their two main interests: rescuing cats and making people happy.

The 25-year-old couple are architects by trade, but have run charity events supporting youth suicide prevention.