๐ŸŒ Zurich, Switzerland

Best Cafes to Work From in Zurich

Laptop-friendly spots with fast WiFi, power outlets, and great coffee. Every cafe tested by remote workers.

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Cafes
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Power Outlets
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Avg Score
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Filter Cafes

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sphรจres

๐Ÿ“Zรผrich West ยท Hardturmstrasse 66

9
Score

A cafe-bookshop-bar on the Limmat river where the boundaries between work and leisure blur naturally, frequented by writers and designers. The glass-roofed annex with plants creates a productive, quiet environment with weekday hours until 11:30 PM and coffee from Zurich roaster Schwarzenbach.

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Coffee Price$5.00
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HoursOpen ยท 08:00 - 23:30
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WiFi
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Yes
Power
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Quiet
Noise
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good
Seating
๐Ÿ“ถ30Mbps
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Bros Beans & Beats

๐Ÿ“Kreis 4 ยท Gartenhofstrasse 24

8
Score

A Brooklyn-inspired specialty cafe in Zurich's vibrant Kreis 4, serving espresso from CHF 4.30 alongside generous portions of avocado toast and smoked salmon. The lively atmosphere attracts freelancers and creatives, with a ticketing system to manage queues during peak hours.

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Coffee Price$5.00
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HoursOpen ยท 08:00 - 19:00
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good
WiFi
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Yes
Power
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Moderate Noise
Noise
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good
Seating
๐Ÿ“ถ35Mbps
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Franzos Coffee Shop

๐Ÿ“Altstadt ยท Limmatquai 138

8
Score

A French bistro-cafe near Central tram station serving crepes, galettes, and quality coffee in a cozy setting. High-speed WiFi, power outlets, and hours until 11 PM make it versatile for remote work, though peak lunch hours can get crowded.

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Coffee Price$5.00
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HoursOpen ยท 08:00 - 23:00
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good
WiFi
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Yes
Power
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Moderate Noise
Noise
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good
Seating
๐Ÿ“ถ30Mbps
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Cafรฉ des Amis

๐Ÿ“Wipkingen ยท Nordstrasse 88

8
Score

A neighborhood cafe in Wipkingen tucked in a charming corner of Zurich, known for brunch and seasonal dishes. The quiet, welcoming atmosphere with free WiFi and hours until 11 PM makes it an ideal retreat for working away from the city center bustle.

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Coffee Price$5.00
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HoursOpen ยท 08:00 - 23:00
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good
WiFi
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Yes
Power
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Quiet
Noise
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good
Seating
๐Ÿ“ถ25Mbps
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Cafรฉ Bar ODEON

๐Ÿ“Altstadt ยท Limmatquai 2

7
Score

A historic 1911 Art Nouveau grand cafe at Bellevue with elegant marble walls and mirrors, offering extremely long hours from 7 AM to midnight. Better suited for professional meetings and atmospheric work sessions than intensive coding, with Julius Meinl coffee and a full breakfast-to-dinner menu.

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Coffee Price$6.00
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HoursOpen ยท 07:00 - 00:00
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good
WiFi
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Yes
Power
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Moderate Noise
Noise
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good
Seating
๐Ÿ“ถ25Mbps
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๐Ÿ’ก Cafe Work Tips for Zurich

1

Buy something every 2-3 hours. Be a good customerโ€”cafes appreciate regulars who support them.

2

Test WiFi before settling in. Run a speed test during your first coffee to avoid surprises.

3

Bring headphones. Noise levels vary throughout the dayโ€”be prepared for lunch rushes.

4

Visit during off-peak hours. 10-12am and 3-5pm usually have the best seats available.

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