My Place Soho
Soho ยท London, United Kingdom. A laptop-friendly cafe verified for remote workers and digital nomads.
London has 5 laptop-friendly cafes in our guide, and My Place Soho ranks #1 with a work-friendly score of 9/10. Its WiFi clocks at 40 Mbps โ 11% faster than the city average of 36 Mbps. Power outlets are available throughout the cafe. Perfect for casual working sessions.
Work-Friendly Assessment
๐ Top Tier
Scoring 0.8 points above the London average of 8.2/10.
40 Mbps โ 11% faster than London average
About My Place Soho
My Place Soho occupies a Berwick Street address in the heart of London's Soho, where the rustic decor and plush sofas channel an old-Soho warmth that contrasts with the polished chains colonizing the surrounding blocks. The interior feels more like an eccentric living room than a commercial cafe โ mismatched furniture, warm lighting, textured walls โ and the atmosphere invites settling in rather than grabbing a quick takeaway. The crowd mixes Soho media workers between meetings, freelancers who have made this their default office, and theatre-district visitors discovering a rare laptop-friendly spot in an area where most cafes prioritize turnover. The extended hours, pushing past midnight on weekends, make it an outlier in London's cafe landscape.
WiFi runs at 40 Mbps with good reliability, handling video calls, cloud tools, and browsing without the connectivity drops that plague some central London cafes competing for bandwidth. Plentiful power outlets are distributed throughout the space, and the moderate noise level carries Soho's characteristic hum โ street sounds filtering through, conversational energy from adjacent tables, and background music at a volume that fills gaps without dominating. Seating comfort is good across the sofas and standard tables, with the sofas particularly suited to reading, editing, and less intensive screen work.
Coffee costs around $5 USD, standard for central London specialty pricing. Hours run from 8:00 AM to 11:30 PM on most days, extending past midnight on weekends โ one of the longest cafe windows in London and particularly valuable for evening and late-night workers. The Berwick Street location puts you in the middle of Soho's market street, walkable from Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, and Tottenham Court Road stations. Best for remote workers who need a late-night workspace in central London with reliable infrastructure and old-Soho character rather than sterile chain-cafe efficiency.
Key Highlights
Open Past Midnight
One of London's longest cafe hours, running 8 AM to 11:30 PM weekdays and past midnight on weekends
40 Mbps Soho WiFi
Reliable connection with plentiful power outlets in central London's most creatively charged neighborhood
Old-Soho Character
Plush sofas and rustic decor on Berwick Street creating an eccentric living-room atmosphere for work
$5 USD Central London
Standard specialty pricing on Soho's market street, walkable from three major tube stations
Moderate Soho Energy
Characteristic neighborhood hum with street sounds and conversation at manageable working levels
Compare to Other Cafes
| Feature | My Place Soho | ScandiKitchen | Prufrock Coffee | Cafรฉ in the Crypt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| WiFi Speed | 40 Mbps | 45 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 30 Mbps |
| Power Outlets | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Coffee Price | $5 | $5 | $5 | $4 |
| Noise Level | moderate | quiet | moderate | quiet |
Why London for Remote Work?
London needs no introduction as a city, but its cafe infrastructure for remote workers deserves specific attention. The five main nomad-friendly cafes average 36 Mbps WiFi, backed by citywide fiber delivering 312 Mbps and near-universal 5G coverage. Coffee costs about $4.80 per cup at specialty spots โ high by global standards but standard for a world capital โ with chains like Pret and Costa offering faster turnover and free WiFi at lower prices. The cafe density is extraordinary: Shoreditch, Soho, and the South Bank each hold dozens of laptop-friendly venues within walking distance, and the British Library offers free WiFi in one of the city's most impressive workspaces.
The nomad community is large and deeply networked, with meetups spanning tech, creative, finance, and startup circles happening every night of the week. English is the native language, removing all friction from daily interactions, accommodation hunting, and professional networking. At $4,500 per month, London is one of the most expensive bases in this guide โ but the trade-off is unmatched cultural depth, world-class museums that are free to enter, and a walkability score of 9 out of 10 supported by the Tube, Overground, and bus network. The GMT timezone also puts you within business hours of both US East Coast mornings and European afternoons.
Cost is the unavoidable constraint. Accommodation is competitive and expensive, restaurants and bars add up fast, and going out frequently drains budgets that would last months in Southeast Asia. The weather delivers grey, rainy days unpredictably across every season โ always carry an umbrella โ and air quality on busy roads can be moderate. There is no dedicated digital nomad visa, and spending 183 days or more in a UK tax year triggers full tax residency on worldwide income, so track your days carefully.
Tips for Working From Cafes in London
Use contactless not Oyster cards
Contactless payment on the Tube and buses gives identical fares to Oyster but automatically caps at GBP 44.70 weekly for Zones 1-2. The Oyster card itself now costs a non-refundable GBP 10 fee, making it poor value for shorter stays.
The British Library is free workspace
Reliable free WiFi, stunning architecture, and no purchase requirement. Arrive early for a seat in the reading rooms โ it fills up by mid-morning with students and remote workers, especially during term time.
Eat in Peckham and Dalston cheaply
Skip the West End markup and head to immigrant neighborhoods where authentic global food costs half the price. Peckham for Nigerian and Caribbean, Dalston for Turkish and Vietnamese, Tooting for South Indian โ all accessible by Overground or bus.
Buy Every 2-3 Hours
Order a drink or snack every couple of hours to support the cafe and keep your seat.
Test WiFi First
Run a quick speed test before settling in to avoid surprises during important calls.
Visit Off-Peak
Arrive 8-11am or 3-5pm to grab the best seats and the fastest WiFi.
Bring Headphones
Noise-cancelling headphones are essential for blocking lunch rushes and chat.
Carry a Power Bank
Outlets aren't guaranteed everywhere โ a backup keeps you working.
Respect Quiet Zones
Take long video calls outside or in coworking spaces, not in quiet cafes.
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Plan your stay in London
Get the full city guide with cost of living, neighborhoods, visa info, and more โ everything a digital nomad needs.