From Pueblo Libre to Surco: 5 perfect cafes for coworking

Are you a digital nomad or freelancer? Or do you simply have the possibility of working in home office mode? The environment influences our productivity; Sometimes we get tired of being in front of the same four walls or we don’t have peace of mind at home. For this reason, we propose five options for coffee shops with what you need to advance your work: good Wi-Fi connection, comfortable and quiet spaces, outlets to charge devices and, of course, delicious food and drink. Find your new office from Monday to Friday.

Sophia Ramírez, Norka Peralta and Álvaro Vera – three coffee enthusiasts – are behind this friendly specialty coffee shop that seeks to convey the stories of small producers through a good cup. It is a cozy place where you can advance your work while listening to a varied setlist in the background (Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, The Smith, Gregory Porter and more). What to ask for? A cold brew that is served alone or with orange juice and cranberry reduction. Or an affogato (ice cream and espresso). Accompany them with some canelés, an Amazonian cocoa brownie or the usual mix of artisanal bun, crispy ham and Swiss cheese.

Address: 314 Carlos Vidal Street, Pueblo Libre.

Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

If you didn’t know about this cafe, keep it in mind if you are near the busy Aviación. They open from 7 am (ideal for early risers) and have comfortable armchairs to sit and work. Enjoy their breakfast options (parfait, avocado toast, omelette, sausage, scrambled eggs or Americano accompanied by coffee and orange juice) at S/.20. The coffee beans are from the Huánuco region, specifically from Tingo María. It also has lunch options (salads and pastas).

Address: Av. San Borja Sur 610, San Borja.

Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

With a calm and beautiful atmosphere, and a comfortable food menu (which offers a little bit of everything); We found an ideal place to sit with the laptop to work and enjoy. Go up to the second floor to start the day. Being a large space, you can go with other colleagues to advance work or for a mini meeting. Meanwhile, you can order sandwiches on focaccia bread (mixed, roast beef, smoked trout and more) at the table that come with a portion of salad (they are valid as a lunch option). Or if you prefer, choose a croissant, banana cake, brownie, muffins, etc. When work is done, celebrate with a craft beer or Aperol spritz.

Address: Arica Street 275, Miraflores.

Schedule: Monday to Saturday, from 8 am to 10 pm Sundays until 9 pm

This instagrammable cafe is located just a step away from Primavera Avenue, a small oasis in the middle of the chaos. It offers sweet and savory breakfasts to accompany while you work: waffles, fruit bowls and various sandwiches and tostones are part of its menu. For the espresso bar drinks, they use a blend of caturra, pache and catimor from San Ignacio (Cajamarca). While for cold brew they only work with caturra grains.

Address: Jr. Pomalca 118, Surco.

Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

If you are looking for a place with large green spaces and a relaxed atmosphere to concentrate on your work, this is a good option. The Barranquina cafe has both indoor and outdoor seating spaces and several outlets to charge your devices. What to try? The menu offers options for breakfast (fruit bowl, pancakes, eggs and more) and lunch (pokes, salads and a la carte dishes such as lentil burger or lasagna). To drink, you have coffee, infusions, shakes and kombuchas.

Address: El Sol Oeste 203, Barranco.

Schedule: Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.