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The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC
Grounded is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

1. Grounded

28 Jane St (btwn W 4th St & Greenwich Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · West Village · 289 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: Plants and lamp lighting give this Greenwich Village spot an earthy, cozy vibe. Wifi, outlets, and sandwiches have the potential to see you through a full day’s work here! Read more.

Think Coffee is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

2. Think Coffee

7.8
248 Mercer St (btwn W 3rd & W 4th St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Greenwich Village · 322 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This spot was productive enough to serve as a launchpad for Foursquare back in the day, and there's still plenty of varied seating and power outlets. Read more.

Ninth Street Espresso is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

3. Ninth Street Espresso

8.8
700 E 9th St (at Avenue C), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Alphabet City · 106 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: You’ll need to weigh the pros against the cons here: free wifi, laptop friendly-baristas, plenty of two-seater tables and chairs, and outdoor bench seating vs. no power outlets and cash only. Read more.

Pushcart Coffee is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

4. Pushcart Coffee

362 2nd Ave (at E 21st St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Gramercy Park · 101 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: Free wifi, two-seat tables, plenty of outlets, huge windows, and clean bathrooms means this Gramercy spot's got your basics COVERED. Read more.

Ace Hotel Lobby Bar is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

5. Ace Hotel Lobby Bar

8.6
16 W 29th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 236 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This place gets crowded, but you'll be freelancing in style in the lobby bar's sexy, spacious lounge. Enjoy free wifi, copious outlets, noms, and the freedom to choose between coffee or alcohol. Read more.

Culture 36 is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

6. Culture 36

8.7
247 W 36th St (at 8th Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Garment District · 73 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: The wifi, long tables, and chocolate chip cookies are aces, but you might want to have a backup plan for bathrooms as this spot has none. Read more.

Perk Kafe is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

7. Perk Kafe

8.5
162 E 37th St (btwn Lexington Ave & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Murray Hill · 106 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This is not the most spacious of coffices, but has the working coffee break basics: semi-strong wifi, a long, communal work table, natural light, power outlets, and a bathroom. Read more.

Ground Central Coffee Company is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

8. Ground Central Coffee Company

155 E 52nd St (btwn 3rd & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Turtle Bay · 198 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: The library in back has couches and table space to work with. You can pair your novel-writing with a cold brew or glass of wine, if you choose, plus this spot is open until 9 p.m. for night owls. Read more.

Aroma Espresso Bar is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

9. Aroma Espresso Bar

161 W 72nd St (at Amsterdam Ave), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Upper West Side · 158 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: The best thing here is the rooftop patio, but if it’s raining or you hate sunshine, fast and reliable wifi and power outlets await you downstairs. Read more.

DTUT is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

10. DTUT

1744 2nd Ave (at E 91st St), New York, NY
Coffee Shop · Yorkville · 149 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This spot has the bonus of cozy sofas, but sadly no wifi after 5pm. The good news is, once you close out your workday, the cocktails and s'mores here make for a great happy hour. Read more.

Freehold is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

11. Freehold

45 S 3rd St (btwn Kent & Wythe Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Café · Williamsburg · 174 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This hipster clubhouse boasts a huge space with comfy couches, outlets, free and fast wifi, bar food, and drinks after dark. Sit on the comfy upper level window seats, or grab a bench outside. Read more.

Atlas Café is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

12. Atlas Café

116 Havemeyer St (at Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · Williamsburg · 82 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: It can be tough to get a seat at this popular Williamsburg cafe, so come here early. Just remember to bring cash as they don’t take cards. Read more.

Brooklyn Roasting Company is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

13. Brooklyn Roasting Company

25 Jay St (btwn Plymouth & John St), Brooklyn, NY
Coffee Shop · DUMBO · 314 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This industrial-style spot has a cool, old-timey feel with long tables and benches for seating, hanging lamps, and wood everything. Read more.

Gossip Coffee is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

14. Gossip Coffee

37-04 30th Ave (at 37th St), Astoria, NY
Coffee Shop · 48 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: If you like to food ‘gram while you work, this is your ideal coffee place. Avoid half-price donut day if you’re dieting, but don’t miss the cold brew for an icy productivity jolt. Read more.

Sweetleaf is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

15. Sweetleaf

8.7
10-93 Jackson Ave (at 11th St), Queens, NY
Coffee Shop · Hunters Point · 200 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This cafe has free wifi, a laptop room, and a “vinyl” spot in the back where you can spin 100+ favorites from the house record collection (but you can’t bring your laptop in, sorry!). Read more.

The Queens Kickshaw is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

16. The Queens Kickshaw

4017 Broadway (at Steinway St), Astoria, NY
Café · 233 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: The Queens Kickshaw is a prime spot for cheeselovers and vegetarians (but not vegans, sorry guys) alike—the main attraction is cheese, and there’s nary a meat option in sight.

Beans & Leaves is one of The Best Coffee Shop 'Offices' In NYC.

17. Beans & Leaves

8.5
422 Forest Ave (btwn Sharon & Metropolitan Ave), Staten Island, NY
Coffee Shop · Silver Lake · 29 tips and reviews

GothamistGothamist: This is a lovely neighborhood spot with friendly staff, wifi, and vegan desserts. Try the white chocolate iced coffee, Mexican hot chocolate, or loose leaf teas. Read more.