Sometimes you need to meet a collaborator, client, or your study group. A proper office is too formal, but a regular bar is too loud. The solution? A cafe that welcomes the click-clack of keyboards. Here are our go-to spots for a productive meeting.
1. St. Oberholz
Location: Mitte (Rosenthaler Platz) & others
Why it's great: The OG of Berlin's laptop cafes. With multiple floors and a dedicated co-working space upstairs, they fully embrace the digital nomad crowd. You'll never get a dirty look for pulling out your laptop here. The coffee is solid and the atmosphere is buzzing with productivity.
2. Betahaus Café
Location: Kreuzberg
Why it's great: Attached to the famous Betahaus coworking space, this cafe is designed for work. Plenty of tables, power outlets, and reliable wifi. It's a great place for a more formal meeting and to network with other creative professionals.
3. Michelberger Hotel Lobby
Location: Friedrichshain (near Warschauer Straße)
Why it's great: The lobby of the Michelberger Hotel is a hidden gem for working. It's spacious, stylish, and has plenty of comfortable sofas and nooks. It's quiet, the wifi is free, and you can order excellent coffee or drinks. Perfect for a longer, more comfortable work session.
4. Westberlin
Location: Mitte (near Checkpoint Charlie)
Why it's great: A bright, modern space that doubles as a magazine and book shop. It has large communal tables perfect for group work and a generally quiet, focused atmosphere. A great option if you need to be in the southern part of Mitte.
5. Le Labo
Location: Neukölln
Why it's great: This industrial-chic cafe roasts its own coffee and has a spacious, two-level layout. While it can get busy, the upstairs area often has space to work. The coffee is top-notch, which is essential for fueling a productive meeting.
Fairness is Productive, Too
Nothing kills productivity like a long, annoying commute. Before you book that meeting, use midway@ to find the work-friendly cafe that's fairest for everyone's travel time.