Your Guide to the Best WiFi Cafes in Baltimore

These days, many of us telecommute at least sometimes. When I start to feel like a slob in my pajamas or need a change of scenery, these are the best Baltimore WiFi cafes to settle into with my laptop.

If you’re easily distracted like me, you know that trying to get work done just anywhere isn’t going to cut it. I need relatively comfortable seating, music that isn’t too loud or familiar, decent food and drink options, and an environment where others are also online and not rushed by the staff. These are the cafes where I’ve found I’m able to be most productive.

Best Baltimore WiFi Cafes

The Bun Shop

If you like savory pastries, The Bun Shop has plenty of good options. It’s not a cafe you would go to for a full meal, but if you’re serious about your work this is the place. Whenever I’ve visited, the majority of customers have their laptops out, earbuds in, and are hard at work. It’s a small space and can get crowded at times, but when available, you have the option of couches, cafe tables, or a communal bench table. It’s location in walkable Mt. Vernon is a plus for when you would rather move around throughout the day than sit in front of the computer for hours straight. 239 W Read St.

Cafe Fili

Cafe Fili is one of my favorite places to work because of it’s huge windows and clean white tile decor that lets in the sunlight and makes for an open, airy atmosphere. On a sunny day, it’s the closest you’ll get to feeling like you’re in the Mediterranean when you’re definitely not. It also has the best latte art. 816 Cathedral St.

Latte mug with latte art of a panda and a plate of avocado toast with a fried egg on a cafe table.

Woman sitting at a cafe table with a flower on it.

Ceremony Coffee Roasters

Ceremony Coffee Roasters is a nice option if you want food or happy hour right after work—Mt. Vernon Marketplace is next door. Even though it has a large, wide-open layout with lots of communal tables, it can fill up quickly so make sure to stake out your spot. They also have multiple locations in Baltimore and beyond. 520 Park Ave. and other locations

Teavolve

Teavolve is a Baltimore staple, known for it’s brunch and as a great Internet cafe and small event venue. It has a massive menu, including a variety of loose leaf teas, and plenty of seating and electrical outlets. Located in Harbor East, there are plenty of shops and waterfronts around if you need a break from work. Plus, you’re just steps away from multiple happy hours. The only downside of being in Harbor East is that you will have to pay for street or garage parking, so make sure to keep track of when your meter expires – no one wants to end their workday with a parking ticket. 1401 Aliceanna St.

Atwater’s

One of my favorite things about Atwater’s in Canton Crossing is how clean it is. I can be a bit of a germaphobe, so when I see things like food stuck to the wall it’s pretty impossible for me to concentrate. That’s hasn’t been a problem at Atwater’s. I’m a fan of their food that uses fresh ingredients and the always friendly servers. When the weather is nice the outdoor patio is a peaceful place to sit and people (or car) watch. It’s not the cheapest, but when I really want to eat healthy while working, Atwater’s is it. 3601 Boston St. and other locations

Red Emma’s

Red Emma’s is a radical bookstore and cafe run by a worker cooperative. It’s moved around a few times, but is now it’s in the Waverly area. Aside from being a cafe and bookstore, they regularly host community events related to social justice issues. 3128 Greenmount Ave.

Nancy by SNAC

Nancy by SNAC (Station North Arts Cafe) is a friendly, artsy cafe where you will almost certainly be greeted by Kevin, the co-owner. It’s walls are covered in artwork due to its location in the Station North Arts District and it’s attached to a Maryland Institute College of Art building. This very simple, but stylish cafe is a nice place to work or just meet friends for a casual hangout. 131 W North Ave.

Black Acres Roastery

Black Acres Roastery is located in the lobby of the Open Works building, an incubator for local makers. Even though the cafe area is small, it’s openness and cleanliness allows me to feel comfortable so I can focus. Street parking is free and plentiful. 1400 Greenmount Ave.

See you out working!