During mornings this is an ideal place to work. Nice interior, quiet, window seats facing the canal, really a wonderful place to work. There's decent WiFi, and a big menu offering both good food and drinks (brunch/lunch).
On a weekday day time it was fairly empty, just some people working on their laptops. I'm guessing laptops are not allowed during evenings/weekends/busy times though.
The entrance to this cafe is a little hidden since the front only has a take-out window. The cafe entrance is actually from the side road. There are two floors with seating (the 3rd floor is just an event space).
Overall I'd say this cafe is great for having a nice lunch and doing some work or study. I would definitely recommend getting a seat on the second floor, which was very quiet, has plenty of natural light, and comfortable seats.
The menu has many drink options, including some nice Taiwanese tea. For food there are bagels, but the staff asked if I wanted to try the daily special instead, which was korean style chicken and rice. It was really good and filling!
Be sure to arrive early though. After around 1pm on a weekday it starts to fill up quickly. Also note that there is a 3 hour time-limit during weekends and holidays.
One of the cleanest and prettiest Buenas Migas in town. The cafe is spacious and has a plenty of seats for individuals. Power outlets are limited for seats along the wall but that is 70% of the seats so you should be able to find one. WiFi is quite fast. They say that it may get slow during the peak hours but it was still measuring mid 100Mbps. Later in the afternoon when there were less people, it was measuring around 300Mbps. It is also a plus that there's a bike racks right outside where you can see.
Nestled in a quiet industrial area near Mass Ave, this popular coffee shop is a hidden gem. They offer a wide variety of drinks, including their standout Moroccan Coffee and Spanish Latte. While parking can be a pain, the drinks and vibes are worth it. Plus, they have pretty fast Wi-Fi, making it a great spot to get some work done.
Open late every night, this popular boba tea shop on Mass Ave is a great spot for late-night co-working. Whether you're wrapping up office work or diving into a new project, you'll appreciate their extensive drink menu and tasty bites (don't miss the onigiri!)
A fantastic cafe for tea enthusiast. You can choose the tea you want and then brew it yourself at the table. The staff will tell you what water temperature to use, and how long to brew the tea for. It's also very workable, thanks for fast WiFi and power outlets at every table. The cakes looked very nice as well!
A quirky name and an odd description ("bar restaurant furniture store"). Despite this, it is in fact very work friendly and definitely worth visiting. The interior is rustic, filled with vintage and antique furniture. The atmosphere is calm, noise level is good, and it doesn't get very crowded throughout the day. The environment is clean and the space is quite large with multiple seating areas, including several large worktables. Most seats near the walls have power outlets. Friendly and very attentive staff.
The two main drawbacks are WiFi and price. The WiFi is usually very slow and difficult to use (even for light browsing). I find myself always using a mobile hotspot instead. Food and drinks are definitely on the pricey side. The quality is good, but the value is perhaps a little low. Also, some seats right under the AC can get a little cold.
A small cozy spot that's good for working. It seems like a popular brunch spot for the local aunties, other than that not very busy at all. I tried the waffles, which were ok. Pretty good drinks though.
I found this place near Gakugei-daigaku. Apparently there are two floors (the upper floor being good for working) but I chose to sit on the first floor since the weather was nice.
A quiet cafe near Yongchun station. The interior feels intimate and personal, and the owners seem to put a lot of care into drink selection and menu design (which is available in both English and Chinese). There are several small tables, one larger table, and counter seats facing the window. There are power outlets everywhere (great for study and work), and the WiFi is good. The only "drawback" is that I spend too much time looking at the cute cats!