I'm always on the lookout for good workable cafes near Zhongshan station. Most cafes always seem to be very busy and have a restaurant vibe, rather than a coffee shop. While this place, L'après Midi Cafe, doesn't really look or feel very special, it was at least very quite on a weekday afternoon. There's a decent selection of drinks, fast WiFi, and power outlets (although some of the power outlets were blocked/covered).
(There used to be a cafe with the same name in Dongmen. I guess they had two branches before, although the two cafes feel very different.)
I don't go to Neihu very often, but this is definitely a cafe worth visiting. The interior feels quiet and cozy. There's a separate room with a large work table good for groups, and there are two cushioned floor seating areas that look very cozy. The main room has tables and counter seating. Fast WiFi, friendly staff, plenty of power outlets, and cheap drinks.
A really beautiful library that provides a quiet environment for working or studying, surrounded by great views. There are very many seating options spread out across the 8 floors. There are power outlets everywhere and plenty of restrooms. The only downside is that there is no visitor WiFi. Only university students can access the WiFi, which is a shame. So as a visitor you'll have to use your own wireless hot spot.
The nearest MRT station is Taipei Zoo, but it's a 25 minute walk away. Instead, if you're coming from central Taipei, it is probably better to just catch a bus, of which many stop just outside the university. Anyone can access the library, although you'll have to sign-in on the computer when you arrive and hand in your ID card to the reception staff in exchange for a temporary access card.
A small specialty coffee shop near Yongchun. The interior feels modern and bright thanks to the large windows. On a weekend afternoon it was fairly quiet, but slowly started to fill up later in the afternoon. It was quiet though, with most people just working or studying. Even though coffee is the main focus here they still serve a very good Taiwanese black tea. Note that there is a 2 hour time limit (if you order another drink you can extend your time).
A popular lunch/brunch cafe near Dongmen station. During midday it can be a little busy/noisy. However, the afternoon was definitely quieter and made for a comfortable space to work from. The menu is large, with many food and drink options. There's WiFi, but it was very unstable during my visit. Also note that there is a 2 hour time limit during weekends.
This cafe has been on my list for a long time after a friend recommended it to me. It's definitely a great place to work. I arrived on a weekday afternoon and it was almost full, only one table available. Even so, it was very quiet since everyone was either working or studying. The interior is quite small, but the space is comfortable and has plenty of natural light. There's a good selection of drinks and cakes, I tried the oolong tea cheesecake, which was very tasty!
Another great cafe near Nanjing Fuxing station. The interior is quite large and has a nice modern vibe. There are several seating areas, and one large worktable suitable for working with a group of people. Very fast WiFi, power outlets, and decent selection of food and drinks. I can definitely recommend trying the German pork sandwich with Sourdough bread.
A great cafe/restaurant in Banqiao, just across from the New Taipei City Hall building. The highlight for me was definitely the owner's cute and friendly dog that will come and greet you when you arrive! For working there are comfortable seats, power, and WiFi. The menu is quite large, offering drinks and a large selection of food as well. The afternoon was fairly empty/quiet, but around dinner time it started to fill up (I guess lunch time will also be a little busy).
