The best cafés to work from in Washington
The 10 coffee shops in Washington that are best for working on a laptop, led by Kramers, Le Pain Quotidien and Starbucks.
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.
01Kramers
café1517 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington★ 4.5Wi‑FiWork 100
02Le Pain Quotidien
café2000 P Street Northwest★ 4.1Wi‑FiWork 100
Classic light fare & organic breads fill out the menu at this rustic-chic bakery/cafe chain.
04Bourbon Coffee
café2101 L Street Northwest★ 4.4Work 87
Local chain outpost featuring coffee blends from Rwanda as well as sandwiches, pastries & desserts.
05Ted's Bulletin
café1818 14th Street Northwest★ 4.5Work 80
Bustling eatery for breakfast any time & American fare, plus a large menu of boozy milkshakes.
06DC Sweet Potato Cake Bakery & Cafe
café925 17th Street Northwest, Washington★ 4.4Work 80
07El Rinconcito Café
café1129 11th Street Northwest★ 4.5Work 75
Mexican & Salvadoran fare like pupusas & fajitas at bargain prices draw fans to this simple venue.
08Teaism Dupont Circle
café2009 R Street Northwest★ 4.5Work 70
Teahouse with Zen-like decor serving light Japanese & Thai-style fare, plus snacks & breakfast.
10Teaism Lafayette Park
café800 Connecticut Avenue Northwest★ 4.5Work 67
Eastern-inspired teahouse serving a light menu of Asian fare alongside leafy brews.