Best Remote Work Cafes in Chicago, IL

This list of the best remote work cafés in Chicago was curated based on factors like laptop-friendliness, fast Wi-Fi, and the quality of meeting spaces available.

Selected for laptop friendly: allowed; fast wifi: fast/has_wifi; meeting friendly: excellent/good.

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The Lost Hours

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.8 132 reviews

Customers love the ample seating and quiet atmosphere at The Lost Hours, making it an ideal spot for studying or remote work while enjoying tasty lattes.

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Coffee Joint

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.7 655 reviews

Customers appreciate the patio; it offers abundant outlets and a quiet atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for remote work while enjoying a great drink outdoors.

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Foxglove Coffee

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.7 191 reviews

Customers love the abundant outlets and the quiet atmosphere at Foxglove Coffee, perfect for focused work, all while enjoying a cozy ambience and great music.

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The Wormhole Coffee

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 1937 reviews

Customers love the ample seating and ambient noise, making The Wormhole Coffee a solid choice for remote work; they also rave about the cozy ambience and retro decor.

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Emerald City Coffee

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 865 reviews

Customers appreciate the cozy ambience; combined with abundant seating and plenty of outlets, Emerald City Coffee creates an ideal atmosphere for studying or remote work.

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Portage Grounds

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 673 reviews

Customers love the abundant seating at Portage Grounds, making it perfect for studying or remote work, and they rave about the delicious pastries that keep energy levels high.

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The Perfect Cup

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 513 reviews

Customers appreciate the cozy ambience; the abundant seating and quiet atmosphere make it an ideal spot for studying or remote work while enjoying great coffee.

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Junebug Cafe Six Corners

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 420 reviews

Customers appreciate the abundant outlets and spacious seating at Junebug Cafe Six Corners, making it an ideal spot for remote work, all while enjoying standout lattes.

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VIGO Coffee

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.6 104 reviews

Customers appreciate the natural light; with abundant seating and fast Wi-Fi, VIGO Coffee provides a perfect backdrop for focused studying or productive remote work.

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Dollop Coffee Co.

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.4 45 reviews

Customers love the quiet atmosphere; it's perfect for studying or remote work, with abundant seating and a meeting-friendly vibe that encourages productivity.

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FROTH

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.3 365 reviews

Customers love the abundant seating and quiet atmosphere at FROTH, making it an ideal spot for studying or remote work, especially with a relaxing patio option.

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Capital One Cafe

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.0 243 reviews

Customers love the quiet atmosphere at Capital One Cafe, which makes it easy to focus while enjoying their delicious pastries in a spacious, modern setting.

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Capital One Cafe

Chicago, IL

⭐ 4.0 61 reviews

Customers appreciate the cozy ambience; with plenty of seating and fast Wi-Fi, the Capital One Cafe in Chicago is perfect for studying or remote work.