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The best cafés to work from in Vancouver

The 10 coffee shops in Vancouver that are best for working on a laptop, led by Nelson the Seagull, Aperture Coffee Bar and Matchstick.

Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.

Woman enjoying morning coffee and sunlight in a Vancouver cafe, embracing a modern urban lifestyle.
  1. This comfortable Gastown nook feels homey enough for you to work for the afternoon
    Daily HiveOctober 2021

    Hours, amenities and photos for Nelson the Seagull

  2. A favourite for remote workers, Aperture coffee’s Main Street location has a giant backroom with plenty of space and spots to plug in.
    Daily HiveOctober 2021

    Hours, amenities and photos for Aperture Coffee Bar

  3. Since then, I’ve sat down to work here a few times and couldn’t recommend it more. There’s a long table with plugs, as well as little one/two person tables on the left side.
    vandiraJuly 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Matchstick

  4. Gene is open until 7pm seven days/week. ... providing plenty of outlets for remote work ... Cosy bench seating boasts outlets along its full length.
    Quest for DurianNovember 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Gene Coffee Bar

  5. The Kingsway Pallet is bright and open. Comfortable benches with individual tables make it easy to spend hours working.
    Matador NetworkMay 2017

    Hours, amenities and photos for Pallet Coffee Roasters - Kingsway

  6. This hidden gem in the West End is a stylish spot to meet a friend for a day of co-working together in the neighbourhood.
    Daily HiveOctober 2021

    Hours, amenities and photos for Greenhorn Cafe

  7. convenient wooden bench seating and ample outlets at East Van Roasters makes this an ideal spot to park yourself down and get some work done.
    Quest for DurianNovember 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for East Van Roasters

  8. Caffe Artigiano on Main Street. Lots of space, plugs, no one rushing you :)
    r/vancouverSeptember 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for Caffe Artigiano

  9. Honolulu’s Nelson Street location is a cozy spot to work downtown ... If you’re lucky enough to get a coveted bench table, you’ll be set for a morning or afternoon of work.
    Daily HiveOctober 2021

    Hours, amenities and photos for Honolulu Coffee

  10. this newest spot at 366 Dunsmuir is the quietest, with better chances for outlet seating ... Ideal for laptop work, outlets are conveniently placed.
    Quest for DurianNovember 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Deville Coffee - The Post