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The best coffee shops in Barcelona to study or work! All of these cafes have free wifi, great coffee, and the staff that won’t mind if you stay for hours. Whether you are a digital nomad traveling through Spain, student looking for a new study spot, or freelancer working on your latest project, this list of Barcelona’s top coffee shops will help you find your new favorite workspace.

What are the best cafes to study or work in Barcelona?

Frizzant

This is by far my favorite coffee shop in Barcelona, Frizzant is a yoga studio, vegan haven, creative space, and cafe all wrapped in one. It is on the expensive side but it is well worth it for the chill atmosphere, specialty coffee, and friendly staff. Plus you can hop downstairs and take a yoga class or attend a cacao ceremony after finishing your work.

Coffee: 9

Prices: 6

Ambience: 10

Outlets: 10

Seating: 6

Buenas Migas

This is a popular study spot among locals and foreigners. They have a variety of good coffees at affordable prices and you can stay as long as you like. My favorite locations are in Passeig de Gracia, Carrer del Bon Pastor, Calle de Mallorca, and Plaça de la Universitat. These locations have the most light, seating, and open space.

Coffee: 7

Prices: 9

Ambience: 6

Outlets: 8

Seating: 8

Alice Garden

This is debatably the cutest and most unique coffee shop in BCN. It was originally named Pudding cafe but they recently changed the name to fit the whimsical Alice in Wonderland interior design. One downside is that it gets busy and loud in the afternoon, since many families bring their kids to play and eat here after school. They also recently built a garden area with plenty of seating, so you can soak in the sun while you study.

Coffee: 8

Prices: 8

Ambience: 9

Outlets: 8

Seating: 9

Sandwichez

This chain is similar to Buenas Migas and it is also popular with digital nomads and students. They have good coffee considering the prices and they offer cheap snacks as well. My favorite Sandwhichez locations are Via Agusta, Bruniquer in Gracia, Sant Antoni in Raval, and Passeig de Sant Joan in Sant Pere. These are the best locations because they have plenty of seating and large windows for natural lighting.

Coffee: 7

Prices: 9

Ambience: 6

Outlets: 8

Seating: 9

Syra Coffee Poblenou

This is another one of the best coffee shops, the only downside is that it is far from the center. But if you live in Poblenou, this is the perfect place. They have a free cafe space and then a large coworking area that you can pay to use. I only used the free area but it was exactly what I needed, they let you stay for hours and have great coffee. The seating is a bit limited so it is best to get there earlier in the day.

Coffee: 9

Prices: 7

Ambience: 9

Outlets: 8

Seating: 7

Federal Cafe, Gothic Quarter

Federal Cafe offers delicious coffee, great brunch food, healthy snack options, and all the work vibes. Seating is definitely limited, there is only one big coworking table that online workers share and some small tables that can be used if the cafe is empty. Another downside is the lack of outlets, so make sure to charge your devices before coming. Besides this, Federal Cafe is a great place to work, the location in a peaceful corner of the Gothic Quarter gives it a cozy charm and it certainly attracts a cool crowd.

Coffee: 9

Prices: 7

Ambience: 8

Outlets: 2

Seating: 5

Liadisimo

This is a little gem I found in Sant Gervasi, a quiet neighborhood that doesn’t attract many tourists. The customers were mostly Catalan/Spanish, I didn’t see any other digital nomads working while I was here. Usually I don’t like being the only one working at a cafe but the staff was so friendly that I felt comfortable staying a while. They have a beautiful backyard garden with tables or you can work inside as well. I definitely recommend their espresso and tea.

Coffee: 9

Prices: 8

Ambience: 9

Outlets: 5

Seating: 9

Muss and Coco

This coffee shop is also in Sant Gervasi and very similar to Liadismo, expect they didn’t have outdoor seating. The staff is friendly, they have great coffees and teas, seating by the window (perfect for people watching), and is located in a quiet area.

Coffee: 8

Prices: 8

Ambience: 8

Outlets: 5

Seating: 7

Brooklyn Cafe

The Brooklyn Cafe on Carrer de Buenos Aires in Les Corts is another coffee shop I would recommend, as long as you don’t need outlets (there is only one in the whole cafe). They have the best chai tea in bcn as well as speciality coffee. One downside is that it can be a bit busy and loud, most people come here to chat and grab a bite to eat.

Coffee: 8

Prices: 8

Ambience: 6

Outlets: 1

Seating: 7

Bicioco

Known as the bike cafe, this is an adorable coffee shop with a cycling-themed interior. They have specialty coffee, good vibes, and friendly staff. It isn’t meant to be a working space but you can stay a couple of hours. I wasn’t a fan of the coffee—I found it very bitter—but they offer other types of drinks as well.

Coffee: 5

Prices: 8

Ambience: 8

Outlets: 5

Seating: 6

Honest Greens

This is a mix between restaurant and cafe, so it is perfect if you want a meal while you’re working. They have delicious (and expensive) smoothies, brunch dishes, healthy bowls, and salads. It certainly isn’t a quiet place to work but the atmosphere is nice. My favorite locations are on Rambla Catalunya and in El Born.

Coffee: 9

Prices: 6

Ambience: 8

Outlets: 4

Seating: 7

Vivari Coffee

Vivari is a chain similar to Buenas Migas and Sandwhichez but for some reason I don’t work here often. They have cheap prices, good coffee, and plenty of seating but I find the staff to be generally less friendly and not as many students work here. Either way, Vivari is still a good option. My recommended locations are Gran Via in Poble Sec, Carrer de la Diputació in Gracia, Santa Caterina in the Gothic Quarter, and Carrer del Dos de Maig near Sagrada Familia.

Coffee: 7

Prices: 9

Ambience: 3

Outlets: 6

Seating: 8

Coco Coffice

This is the first coffice in Barcelona and it was created specifically for nomad workers. I never worked here but I did take a look around. They charge €3.50 for an hour, €18 a day, €70 a week, or €210 a month. The prices were too expensive for me, especially since there are so many great coffee shops, but besides this it seems like a great place. If you aren’t on a budget and want a quiet place to work and meet other digital nomads, this is ideal.

Unpopular opinion: coffee shops I don’t recommend

Satan’s Coffee Corner in the Gothic Quarter

While I was searching for the best coffee shops in Barcelona I found that many people recommended Satan’s Coffee Corner. So, I checked it out; they didn’t have wifi or outlets and the tables were small and close together. The staff was nice and they offer specialty coffees but any coffee shop that doesn’t have wifi clearly does not wanting people working there. They do have another location called Satan’s Casa Bonay which has wifi and is suitable for working but there also isn’t much space and the seating isn’t that comfortable.

Cometa

This was another highly recommended coffee shop for digital nomads and freelancers but I wasn’t a fan. The coffee wasn’t great for the price, there wasn’t air conditioning, and they didn’t have wifi. However, it is very cute coffee shop and it seemed like a cool place to hang out with friends.

I hope this list of the top Barcelona coffee shops was helpful! Check out my coffee shop recommendations in Lisbon and Porto as well! And follow my instagram, @honey_gouda!