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The top cafes in Hong Kong for work or studying

We've rounded up a list of the top cafes in Hong Kong where you can get some work done.

The top cafes in Hong Kong for work or studying
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If focusing on work or your studies at home is challenging (or getting boring), a change of scenery just may be the solution. That's why we've rounded up a list of the top cafes in Hong Kong where you can get some work done. These spots are here to help you enter focus mode and boost your productivity. Not only do they provide comfortable workspaces with Wi-Fi and charging ports, but they also serve brain-fueling treats, including coffee, snacks and meals, to get you through your busy sesh.

NOC Coffee Co.

Located in Sai Ying Pun, Noc Coffee Co. is the perfect spot when you need a workspace beyond your home. The cafe's minimalist style creates a conducive environment for productivity, and there's plenty of spacious seating and natural light coming from the floor-to-ceiling windows. They offer a range of dishes, including their Angus Beef Burger, Crabmeat Egg White Toast and Buttery Baked Lobster Tagliolini if you work up an appetite. And, of course, their classic coffee options, such as the espresso, long black and flat white, give you the caffeine boost you need before diving into work. With the beans roasted in-house at The Roastery, even the most discerning coffee lovers will be happy to hunker down for a while.

Quick facts 

  • Where – Shop 4, G/F, Bohemian House, 321 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Ying Pun
  • When – Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone –  +852 3611 5300
  • Menu 
  • Website

Desk One 

Blending the best of cafes, libraries and coworking, Desk One offers a comfortable, silent environment to co-work, co-read and co-study. Their flexible pricing model features single-visit passes, with weekday rates of HK$25 per 30 minutes or HK$98 for 3 hours and weekend rates of HK$118 for 3 hours. Desk One's workstations are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, phone chargers, snacks, complimentary beverages and even a microwave service, providing a comprehensive workspace solution.

Quick facts 

  • Where – 18/F, Honest Building, 9-11 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay
  • When – Monday to Sunday, 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone – +852 2185 6660
  • Website

Fineprint 

Fineprint was established in 2016 by Scottie Callaghan, an award-winning barista, and James Wilson, a bar owner, aiming to provide great coffee and bakery items in a neighborhood-style setting. But it's more than just an Instagrammable cafe; it's a recommended place to boost your productivity. There are several locations across Hong Kong, so you can easily find one when you need to work. The cafe's woody, rustic ambience evokes an environment perfect for calm focus. The menu also features savory bites like the Avo Toast, Ricotta toast, Smoked Salmon Avo Toast and Breakfast Bowl for your hunger pangs.

Quick facts 

  • Where – Shop 7, G/F, PCCW Tower, Taikoo Place, 979 King's Rd, Quarry Bay
  • When – Monday to Sunday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone – +852 5509 3503
  • Menu 
  • Website

Elephant Grounds

Elephant Grounds boasts multiple locations across Hong Kong, each uniquely designed to provide an ideal workspace. With free Wi-Fi, accessible power outlets and comfortable seating, Elephant Grounds is perfect for getting focused and boosting productivity. When you need brain fuel, their diverse menu offers a variety of savory delights, including Chicken Salad with BBQ Sauce, Avocado Salad, Mala Popcorn Chicken and Kimchi Rigatoni – just what you need to stay energized during work sessions.

Quick facts 

  • Where – Shop 705, Level 7, K11 Musea, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
  • When – Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m.- 9:30 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone – +852 3468 2669
  • Menu
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Winston’s Coffee

Winston's Coffee in Kennedy Town is a cherished spot that serves as both a neighborhood coffee shop and a cocktail bar. It's also a great place for an afternoon study or work session. Opening as early as 7 a.m., they serve their signature house blend, which is roasted locally in Hong Kong. When hunger strikes, their savory menu has you covered with options like the Fried Egg and Bacon Bap, Impossible English Muffin, Avo Sourdough Toastie and Ham and Cheese Ciabatta. The café is known for having excellent flat whites and espresso martinis, so you can head straight into your post-work unwind without packing up and leaving.​

Quick facts 

  • Where – Shop 4, 213 Queens Road West, Sai Ying Pun 
  • When – Sunday to Monday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Tuesday to Saturday, 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone – +852 2559 5078
  • Menu
  • Website

Little Cove Espresso

Little Cove Espresso's Kennedy Town branch captures the same welcoming atmosphere as its original Sai Kung location. The cafe offers wide seating options and full Wi-Fi access, making it a comfortable and productive workspace with large French windows offering scenic views of the Kennedy Town Praya. For your caffeine needs, they use a house blend of coffee beans sourced from Brazil, Papua New Guinea and Ethiopia, delivering a smooth and rich flavor profile. When hunger strikes, their menu serves up faves like the Pulled Pork Toastie, Beef Benedict on Sourdough Rye, Hazelnut French Toast and Slow-Cooked Lamb.

Quick facts 

  • Where – Shop 3, G/F, New Fortune House, 3-5 New Praya, Kennedy Town
  • When – Monday to Sunday, 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Price – $
  • Phone – +852 6737 6242
  • Menu

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