Find Your Perfect Work Spot in Lisbon
Discover Lisbon's best cafes and coffee shops for digital nomads, remote work, and productivity
Looking for the ideal cafe or coffee shop to work remotely in Portugal? We've curated Lisbon's top work-friendly spaces offering fast WiFi, comfortable seating, and the perfect ambiance for digital nomads, remote workers and students to boost productivity.

Cafe Locations Map in Lisbon
40 Cafés to Work in Lisbon
Carefully curated from Google reviews: All locations offer WiFi and are verified as laptop-friendly by remote workers
Mugs and hugs cafe
romana. specialty coffee
The VENUE
Tanoa Café
How about Coffee - Picoas
Café Expo
Calmô Café
Gal Café - Vegan Food & Specialty Coffee
Kossies Cafe
Espresso arte - Lisbon Caffé
LENA Specialty Coffee
Malabarista Café - Specialty Coffee
Baobá Café Bica
The Folks Santos
Monka Café
Dede's
Seagull Method cafe • Brunch
Quase Café
Curva
Restaurante Hygge Kaffe
Buna
Milkees - Specialty Coffee & Cookies
SoLo Brewing Coffee Lab
Coffee in Brew
Fábrica Coffee Roasters
Simpli Coffee Chiado
Acento Coffee
Paleio Café
The Coffee
The Bakery Café
Copenhagen Coffee Lab Bacalhoeiros
Espressolab Baixa
Brick Cafe Lisboa
Thank You Mama
COMOBÅ
SO Coffee Roasters
The Whisk Cafe
Copenhagen Coffee Lab & Bakery
Copenhagen Coffee Lab
A Brasileira
What Makes Lisbon Special?
About the city of Lisbon
Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, is a captivating blend of traditional charm and modern vibrancy. Nestled along the Tagus River, this city's picturesque hills are adorned with colorful buildings, historic landmarks, and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. As one of the oldest cities in Western Europe, Lisbon boasts a rich cultural heritage, with influences evident in its architecture, cuisine, and lively music scene, especially Fado. Its neighborhoods, including the historic Alfama and the trendy Bairro Alto, offer a unique glimpse into the city's diverse atmosphere. Economically, Lisbon is a growing hub, with a thriving tech scene alongside traditional industries such as tourism and agriculture. With its warm climate and welcoming locals, Lisbon is a city that captivates the hearts of visitors from around the world.
Lisbon's Cafe & Coffee Shop Remote Work Culture
Lisbon has a thriving scene of cafes and coffee shops catering to digital nomads, remote workers, and freelancers. Popular spots like Mugs and hugs cafe and romana. specialty coffee showcase the city's diverse workspace offerings, ranging from bohemian-inspired coffee shops to corporate-friendly cafe environments. Whether you prefer the artistic atmosphere of The VENUE or the professional setting of Tanoa Café, you'll find the perfect atmosphere to suit your remote working style. The city's cafe culture has evolved to understand and embrace the needs of digital nomads, offering essential amenities like reliable WiFi, power outlets, and comfortable seating designed for longer work sessions.
WiFi and Connectivity for Remote Work
The cafes and coffee shops on our list offer reliable WiFi suitable for most remote work needs. Digital nomads with critical connectivity requirements may want to have a mobile hotspot backup for important meetings or deadlines.
Remote Work Etiquette and Tips
- Respect cafe policies on peak-hour seating limitations for remote workers
- Respect other guests and don't take it for granted that you can occupy a place for a long time
- Purchase a drink or something to eat every 1-2 hours to justify your table occupancy
- Headphones are essential for remote workers focusing in busier environments
- Digital nomads should consider investing in a portable charger for cafes with limited outlets.
Report a Cafe
Found a cafe that's no longer suitable for remote work? Help keep our listings accurate by reporting cafes that:
- Have changed their remote work policies
- Have closed down or relocated
- Are not welcoming to remote workers
Suggest a New Cafe
Know a great work-friendly cafe in Lisbon that's not on our list? Help fellow remote workers discover new spots! We're looking for cafes with:
- Reliable WiFi connection
- Available power outlets
- Comfortable seating for longer sessions
- Remote worker-friendly atmosphere
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