Being stuck in an office or at a cramped desk at home can get tedious. And if the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that you can work from almost anywhere. While many people have since returned to the office, work has remained flexible for others. Having the right place to work remotely can make a huge difference in productivity. Light, atmosphere, location and views can impact how a space feels and what you can get done while there. And when you’re on the road, being stuck in a hotel room often starts to feel tedious and cramped, and can be isolating if you’re used to being in an office. Those in London, whether local or visiting, are in luck, as the city is quite conducive to remote working, especially if you enjoy answering emails with a good coffee in hand.
The city’s many neighborhoods are filled with cafes and coffee shops that cater to remote workers looking for somewhere to meet with colleagues or a quiet working space, from the buzzy area of Shoreditch to the centrally-located Fitzrovia. Whether you’re looking for a quiet, discerning space to focus or a livelier option to keep the energy high, there is a WFH option out there for you (yes, even if you don’t have a Soho House membership to take advantage of). Here are 14 of the best cafes and coffee shops to work from home in London, including hotel lounges, hipster coffee joints and museum cafes.
London’s Top Cafes and Coffee Shops for WFH
54 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3BL
Multiple locations
If you want somewhere cool and casual to work, FWD:Coffee is just the place. They bill their three locations as “a space to socialize, think, create and get inspired,” which might be exactly what you need to get that screenplay or proposal over the line. The Farringdon address offers seating, big windows, and enough food options that you can spend the day there. Remote workers are welcome, rather than hustled out, making this a good choice if you have a lot to do.
FWD: Coffee.
FWD: Coffee.
51 Margaret St, London W1W 8SG
Multiple locations
Kiss the Hippo entered London’s coffee scene in 2018 and has since expanded to 11 locations across town. Some are better than others for working remotely. Both Fitzrovia spots, especially the one on Margaret Street, are ideal for posting up for a few hours or for arranging a meeting. They are relatively small, so you’ll want to arrive early to score a table. Although there are very good pastries available, this is the sort of place you go to drink a precisely-made latte, not to eat a meal.
37 Shad Thames, London SE1 2NJ
Multiple locations
Watchhouse has dramatically expanded over the past few years, and its coffee shops are comfortable, easygoing and great for work or meetings. The best location for a day away from home is near Tower Bridge, although the Marylebone outpost comes in at a close second. Expect well-brewed coffee and a full brunch menu available daily. Because Watchhouse is so popular, you may be limited to 90 minutes at your table. It’s best to visit during off-peak hours and to avoid the weekends if you want space and quiet.
1 Granary Square, London N1C 4AA
Multiple locations
Caravan’s original location, just north of King’s Cross station, has a massive dining room, as well as tables in the back where people can work or hang out over a cup of coffee. And Caravan’s coffee is particularly delicious—they typically have several brews, served along a full food menu. If it’s nice outside, there is an outdoor terrace with views of Granary Square. If Caravan is full, head around the corner to Redemption Roasters or down the street to Notes.
Caravan King’s Cross restaurant in Granary Square, London, UK. (Photo by: Alex Segre/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
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Emma St, London E2 9AP
Multiple locations
Ozone Coffee has the advantage of also being an extremely good restaurant, especially for breakfast and brunch. The London-based roastery has two big locations in Hackney and Shoreditch, as well as two smaller, less food-driven ones open during the week near the City and Aldgate. It’s achingly hip, which is perfect for working on creative projects, and there is plenty of seating available on weekdays. Weekends are significantly busier, so plan on leaving your laptop at home on Saturdays and Sundays.
49 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E1 6LA
Plant-based eaters will be right at home at Gecko Coffeehouse, an independent coffee shop located in Bethnal Green. There’s a good selection of coffee and matcha, as well as brunch, lunch, and dinner. The vibe is chill and social, with plenty of neighborhood locals regularly turning up to work or to grab a latte. Laptops are welcome, making this a great pick for those in and around east London.
Gecko Coffeehouse.
Gecko Coffeehouse
9 Chelsea Manor St, London SW3 3TW
Chelsea’s New Forms is part cafe, part bar and part boutique record shop, and it has an impeccable vibe for a low-key work meeting or a brainstorming session. You can enjoy a good coffee during the day and then stick around for one of their evening events, where cocktails and light bites are on the menu. This is the sort of place you go if you want a work colleague to think you are effortlessly hip.
New Forms.
Fred Howarth
Frequency Bermondsey
157 Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 3LW
Various locations
Frequency has several locations around London, including near Paddington and Kings Cross, but the Angel Square spot, which opened in early 2026, is the best pick for remote workers looking for a nice place to sit. It has a lot of seating, big windows and most importantly, very good coffee. There is food available, including pastries, sandwiches and sweet treats. The brand also has meeting rooms available for rent by the hour or day in Kings Cross and Angel, which come with free coffee.
Frequency Bermondsey.
Edmund Dabney
The Wren Coffee
114 Queen Victoria St, London EC4V 4BJ
The Wren Coffee has been dubbed London’s prettiest coffee shop, and for good reason. Set in St. Nicholas Cole Abbey, the café has stained glass windows, high ceilings, and lots of tables. It serves Fireheart and Caravan coffee—some of the best in London—and pastries and sandwiches are available for breakfast and lunch. It’s especially good for meetings due to the size and the impressive nature of the room, although The Wren is just as inviting for solo visitors. On Thursday at midday, the café transforms into an events space for weekly religious talks, so plan
Redemption Roasters Holborn
71 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3JA
Various locations
There’s a plethora of seating at Redemption Roasters Holborn, a two-level coffee shop with a basement space that’s ideal for remote workers and meetings. It offers delicious coffee, as well as brunch, and during the warmer months, there’s outdoor seating that can be very popular. Redemption, which has 11 total locations in London, is known for its social impact, with a mission to train roasters and baristas from the prison system. Not only is it a comfortable spot to spend a few hours working, but every beverage supports a good cause. In North London, the Hampstead Heath location is also a good bet for WFH.
Redemption Roasters Holborn.
Redemption Roasters
Attendant Coffee Roasters Shoreditch
74 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3JL
Various locations
Attendant Coffee Roasters is one of London’s favorite coffee brands, with four coffee shops around town. The Shoreditch location is best for remote work, with a peaceful interior and a breakfast and lunch menu that will keep you satiated. It’s relatively small, so it’s best for a meeting or a few hours on your computer rather than a full day. The shops in Clerkenwell and Mayfair are equally nice, and the original, a former Victorian restroom in Fitzrovia, is a fun brunch spot (although not great for laptop sessions).
Attendant Coffee Roasters Shoreditch.
Attendant Coffee Roasters
Wellcome Collection Café
183 Euston Rd., London NW1 2BE
Located near Euston Station, the Wellcome Collection is a free museum and library dedicated to exploring health and the human experience. The museum’s café, which serves drinks and food such as sandwiches and cakes, is a well-kept secret for remote working. It welcomes laptops and encourages meet-ups, making it a great place to catch up on emails for a few hours. The museum is well-located for those catching a train from Euston or Kings Cross, or anyone staying in Marylebone or Bloomsbury.
Wellcome Collection Café.
Wellcome Collection
Café at the Lavery
4 Cromwell Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2JE
If an elegant, sophisticated aesthetic is important to your workday motivation, snag a table at the Café at the Lavery, previously known as Cromwell Place Café. Found inside Cromwell Place, a series of Kensington townhouses that host art exhibitions and events, the café is charming and quiet—and they specifically welcome solo working and meetings. It serves drinks, including Assembly coffee, alongside breakfast and lunch. Arrive early to secure your table of choice.
Cromwell Place Café.
Cromwell Place Cafe
Barbican Cinema Café & Bar
Beech St, London EC1Y 4SB
The Barbican is an underrated WFH spot in general, with lots of cafes and quiet areas scattered throughout the vast complex of museums and art spaces. The best is the Barbican Cinema Café & Bar, set in the lobby of one of the Barbican’s movie theaters. The café offers coffee, pastries and pizza. Laptops are welcome from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., but they ask patrons to limit their stay to two hours if it’s busy. Elsewhere, visitors to the Barbican can find seats and tables around the Barbican’s lake or throughout its massive foyers.
Barbican Cinema Café & Bar.
Barbican
