19 Remote Working Coffee Shops in Cape Town
1. Alchemy Coffee Roasters
Alchemy Coffee Roasters is located in the leafy suburb of Welgemoed🍃.
They are open during load shedding, have a generator and the Wifi is great! Alchemy loves having remote workers pop in for a work session.
Their coffee is delicious and they have such lovely staff. Alchemy focus on roasting single origin coffee beans to a roasting profile which brings out and highlights its natural flavours.
They have recently expanded and now offer breakfast and lunch with their newly renovated kitchen and bigger space.
Open from Monday to Friday's 7am - 4pm and
Saturday's 7.30am - 2pm
2. Gusto - Bridgewater Hotel
It’s stunning. We love the fact that the modern design and large windows allow guests to look out onto the islands and waterways (this was the old Ratanga Junction, so lots of good memories popped up while looking out).
The ground floor of the hotel welcomes guests with different seating arrangements for guests to relax, work or dine in. Gusto restaurant and the Bridgewater Hotel flow into one and create a large area for guests to dine – the evenings get busy!
**Make a reservation, especially for larger groups during summer months.
The stylish Italian themed restaurant has the yummiest wood-fired pizzas 🍕, is a great place for you to work remotely and have catch ups with friends after work – which is what we did.
We sat in the alcove space overlooking the waterways to finish off some work and invited friends to join us for dinner.
The vibe is relaxed, but also sophisticated and a cute date night spot 💑.
Perfect for a post walk brunch, lunch or dress up for a dinner date.
3. The Deck
The Deck on Beach in Mouille Point, Cape Town, houses three distinct dining options:
- Seattle Coffee for snacks and treats ☕
- Rootbar for healthy meals and juices 🥤
- Royal Eatery for burgers and milkshakes 🍔
With its stunning ocean views and vibrant atmosphere, it’s a popular spot for remote workers.
This unique venue combines great food and beautiful scenery for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
4. BAARD & Co.Coffee Roasters
A freshly baked sourdough bread, with designs on them, and butter.
Yummy! 🥖
These breads are freshly made from Thursday – Saturday on a first come, first serve basis.
BAARD & Co.Coffee Roasters is a boutique artisan coffee shop, micro roastery and a really cute spot for a meet up.
Being a small, cozy spot, keep in mind to not sit all day & take up tables for hours at a time. Sharing is caring! 😉
5. The Hart
For those who know us, we love everything about Melkbos and are there almost every weekend.
We support most of the restaurants in the small beach town and found The Hart on the front strip.
The drive from Cape Town is worth it when you’re sitting having a meal or drinks, while staring at the ocean🥂.
From Wednesday to Sunday, The Hart is open until 8:30pm (3pm on other days) and serves delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Follow them on social media to keep up with their latest specials.
6. Milkwood Deli
Milkwood Deli is located on the Atlantic Golf Course and in the Atlantic Golf Estate, making you feel as if you’re in another world and only a two minute drive from the heart of Melkbosstrand.
Although the deli closes at 5pm, they support remote working and don’t mind you sitting at the work stations - make sure to settle your bill before the time 🙂.
The Sunbird Restaurant & Bar is upstairs for you to have dinner and drinks after work. The views are beautiful!
Side note: If you wanting to have a home-cooked meal and not up for cooking, Milkwood Deli has home-made meal options made to order. Check out their social media to find out more.
7. Hans and Lloyd
Not too long ago, we did a planned beach clean up at Muizenberg on a Saturday morning and needed to refuel afterwards 🏄.
We took a stroll past the coffee shops/cafes along the Surfers Corner strip and ended up at Hans and Lloyd– loved the vibe, so headed inside!
The cozy couch by the fireplace was what we eyed out as we walked into Hans and Lloyd Muizenberg.
They serve healthy, fresh meals and delicious house blend coffee. Great for a post surf coffee or brunch date with friends.
Their ice creams – they sell large soft serve ice creams which seems like a winner for many 🍦.
8. Hans and Lloyd
Tucked away in the leafy suburb of Newlands, you’ll find Hans and Lloyd and other restaurants close by 🍳.
They have a lovely outdoor section at the back, with a fireplace for the chillier days.
Be sure to check it out!
9. Hog House
The space is light and bright, with friendly staff and all the great smells coming from the bakery 🍰.
They have a variety of good food to enjoy whether it be alone or a meet up. There are plug points in certain seats and they have great wifi. Hog House has a generator, which allows for certain items to be made. Make sure to check the load shedding schedule before visiting to avoid disappointment.
So what makes this spot even better, is that they are a craft brewery and have Friday night Barbeque’s (make sure to book in advance). Cafe / work spot during the day and beers by night – why not?
Have a zoom call or meeting? Hog House has a meeting room which you can book out. Contact them on social media to see the costing.
10. Wildsprout Kenilworth
Fresh produce from the farm to Wildsprout. If you’re looking for healthy, fresh meals and a cute spot to work remotely or a lunch date, this is the place. Wilsprout have both a cafe and grocery store, where you can enjoy a wholesome meal or buy your daily groceries from – no need to head to the shops afterwards.
They also have an online store 🛒 for you to buy your groceries – check it out here.The grocery store supplies ready made meals, pantry staples and stock homeware and lifestyle items from local, small businesses.
Wildspout Kenilworth has an inverter, which allows for certain items to be made. Make sure to check the load shedding schedule before visiting to avoid disappointment.
11. Wildsprout Constantia
If you’re looking for a remote working spot or needing a wholesome meal, head to Wildsprout Constantia.
There is a large variety of meals to choose from, including salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers and ending it off with a guilt free sweet snack. You deserve it!
Wildsprout Constantia is fully operational during load shedding as they have a generator.
Remember to be mindful of taking up big tables during busy periods and remember to tip staff according to the time that you are there, not just the 5% of your bill…
12. Pauline’s
Pauline’s is an intimate coffee bar with the friendliest staff and Bougainvillea plants in their outside section to welcome you.
They have the best kanelbullar (cinnamon buns) we’ve tasted (beats some of the Swedish cafe’s we’ve been to..). We would highly suggest trying these out – they will make you come back for more each week…🥐
Pauline’s are open during load shedding, but keep in mind them being an intimate coffee shop & not taking a large table the whole time during their busiest hours.
13. The Ladder
We love a large coffee mug!
These ceramic mugs were the reason we visited The Ladder and made the coffee experience even better. Surely we aren’t the only ones like this??
The Ladder is located in Bree Street and very aesthetically pleasing for your Instagram photoshoots 📸.
A lovely spot to have a break during the day or meet up with friends or family.
14. Swan Cafe
Welcome to the little Paris of Cape Town, CBD. They are located on the corner of Buitenkant and Barrack Street, with lovely lighting and space for remote working.
They have a generator and are fully functional during load shedding.
Swan Cafe serves Damn Fine Coffee, which is hand sourced from a local micro artisanal roaster.
Their crepes are a must order... 🥞
15. Lazari
We love exploring and always jump into the car with a coffee shop/ cafe in mind (that’s one of the reasons we decided on our name, Off two wander).
Our dad grew up close to Lazari’s, when it was a laundromat back in the day, which encouraged us to support the small restaurant.
We chose the couch spot in the corner, where the large glass windows allow all the natural lighting in and showcase the stunning mountain views🛋️.
It is a cute cafe, with some space to work, but keep in mind those who are coming to enjoy their time at the restaurant.
We love the vibe at Lazari & the fact that the owner is very hands on and also so lovely to chat to!
16. mischu
mischu is a quaint cafe located in Regent Road, Sea Point, perfect location to escape the office and change scenery.
Their coffee blend, Isabella, is a medium roast & won titles for mischu, including Best Espresso & Cappuccino in Cape Town and Best Cappuccino in South Africa ☕☕.
They are open during load shedding, with the kitchen being partially closed. Just make sure to check load shedding times to plan your coffee & lunch order before the power goes out.
There are large windows to allow in natural lighting, adding to the ambiance of the cafe.
mischu sells wholesale coffee, has an online shop and sells their own blend in capsules for you to make in the comfort of your own home.
17. Origin Coffee
Since 2006, Origin Coffee, has been committed to offering South Africans exceptional, quality roasted coffee from around the world.
The team focuses on artisan roasting and sourcing the finest beans, benefiting from close relationships with top coffee farmers.
Origin is located in De Waterkant, Cape Town and a hot remote working spot for both locals and internationals on the hunt for great coffee.
Bo-Kaap, known for the colourful houses and strong history background, 🏠 is a cultural must visit during your time in Cape Town, and is within walking distance from Origin Coffee Roasting.
18. Heaven Coffee Shop
Have you ever been to a coffee shop located in a church ⛪?
No, us neither.
Heaven Coffee, located inside a Methodist church in Cape Town CBD, is a must-visit spot run by the friendliest local, Mondli.
With delicious coffee and excellent service, it's a great place to enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
19. Bootleggers Coffee Shop
Bootlegger stores have been popping up by the plenty over the last few years. We really enjoy their coffee and it has become extremely popular amongst remote workers.
If you are wanting a meal, make sure to check which stores serve food, as this branch for example has no kitchen. There are however ready made items to purchase at the till section 🥪.
**Some of their branches offer half priced burger special on Thursday to Sunday from 5pm onwards.
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