15 Best Cafes To Work From In Mumbai With Good Food, Free Wifi & Less Work Blues

Located on Yari Road, Versova, this comic book-themed cafe is warm and cosy, and has a laidback vibe. You can sit here uninterrupted with a coffee for hours and enjoy high-speed free WiFi. And if you need a break, you can always head downstairs and teleport yourself to the world of comics.

What To Order: Banoffee pie, Nutella pancake, pork ribs, and vanilla milkshake.

Timing: 12 PM to 12 AM

Price: INR 1,400 for two

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Amenities: Wi-fi, books to read 

The hidden cafe in Pali Hill offers two basic things for a productive session: a peaceful ambience and fast wifi. You can always go for their in-house bagels and salads or choose from their special East Indian options. You can either choose to sit outside or park yourself inside. FYI, the place is also pet-friendly. 

What To Order: Bagel sandwiches, bagels, chocolate fudge cake, and smoothies.

Timing: 8 AM to 11 PM

Price: INR 1,400 for two 

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Amenities: Wifi, pet-friendly 

A universal cafe to work from, this list would’ve been incomplete without including Starbucks. Most of the outlets across the city have all-day free wifi and plug points near the tables. We especially love Starbucks Colaba (behind the Taj Mahal Hotel in Colaba).

What To Order: Any of their coffees, sandwiches, and desserts.

Timing: 8 AM to 11 PM

Price: INR 800 for two

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Amenities: Wifi 

A classic English breakfast and a coffee with wifi thrown in for good measure is what working out of Bombay Coffee House feels like. It’s a great place for work meetings and interviews, in case you want to schedule one in this colonial-style cafe.

What To Order: Iced caramel coffee, Madrid mocha, keema pulao, croissant sandwiches, Panang curry, and Irish cream coffee

Timing: 9 AM to 12 AM

Price: INR 900 for two

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Amenities: WiFi

You cannot think of work-friendly cafes and not mention pretty much everyone's favourite — Blue Tokai. Peppered throughout the city, all outlets provide high-speed WiFi, well-made coffee, and, of course, food that'll keep you coming back for more. We love Blue Tokai for its chill vibes, great ambience, and the fact that you can sit in one place for hours on end (ordering cuppa after cuppa). 

What To Order: Coffee tonic, Vietnamese coffee, Garlic fries, Croissants 

Timing: 7 AM to 9 PM ( Mahalaxmi outlet) 

Price: INR 1,200 for two

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Amenities: WiFi and pet-friendly 

Definitely one of the most underrated cafes in Mumbai, Mockingbird Cafe Bar in Churchgate is perfect for when you’re looking to perch yourself inside a cosy cafe. With literary puns, book-inspired dishes on the menu, and wifi to work with, it makes for a fitting cafe for creative hustling and work meetings alike.

What To Order: Cottage cheese sandwich, Flowerpot tiramisu, Spicy Cajun chicken, Flour-less Chocolate fudge, and Pepper hummus

Timing: 9 AM to 12:30 AM

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Amenities: Regular workshops and events, WiFi

Located off Carter Road in a narrow lane, The Yoga House is a peaceful retreat that's perfect if you're looking for a quiet corner to get some work done. The multi-level cafe takes up most of the two-story house, and you can opt to sit at a table or perch on a cosy cushion on the floor. There's a whole host of holistic and healthy juices, salads, and more to keep you energised as you work. 

What To Order: Summer salads, a healthy breakfast, and Burmese curry

Timing: 8 AM to 10 PM

Price: INR 1,600 for two

Google Rating: 4.9/5

Amenities: WiFi 

A great spot to work out of in Mumbai, Ettarra is on everyone's must-visit list this year. The cafe has two floors, is spacious, and is lovely to sit at and work out of because of the views. They provide high-speed wifi too, and matched with their now-famous filter coffee, you're sure to get a ton of work done. They also have an all-day breakfast menu, which is great, and almost all things are bite-sized, so you function well for the rest of the day.

What To Order: Baked Vada Pav, Filter Coffee, Banana Chips 

Timing: 8 AM to 11 PM 

Price: INR 1,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.7/5

Amenities: WiFi, Smoking area 

If you’re particular about coffee during work, like me, Third Wave won’t disappoint. The outlets are minimal, bright, and have enough plug points for your work setup, which is honestly a saviour. The wifi is reliable, and there’s no pressure to leave. You can order a classic pour-over or a cold brew, or my personal pick, a Vietnamese cold coffee, and settle in for a long workday. We also love the fact that it's open past midnight!

What To Order: Coffee, Cheesecake, Pizza, Wrap

Timing: 7 AM to 1 AM

Price: INR 600 for two

Google Rating: 4.7/5

Amenities: WiFi 

Tucked inside a design studio in Fort, Zen Cafe is spacious and just the kind of place you want when you're chasing deadlines. Although quite a few people work out of here, the vibe is quiet, the seating is comfortable, and the wifi holds up well. It also helps that their menu has simple, clean food and good coffee.

What To Order: Avocado Toast, Salad, Hot Chocolate

Timing: 8:30 AM to 11 PM

Price: INR 1,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Amenities: WiFi 

This spot in Versova is a hidden gem. It's very peaceful and surrounded by trees, and has just the right kind of quiet to get things done. Indoors or outdoors, you’ll surely find a good corner to set up with your laptop. But if you don't at once, you can always switch places. Their coffee packs a punch, and the menu is short but solid, with sandwiches, fries, and fresh bakes. Their coffee is strong enough to keep you awake with every cup.

What To Order: Vietnamese Cold Coffee, Sandwiches, Croissant, Fries

Timing: 8 AM to 10 PM

Price: INR 1,200 for two

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Amenities: WiFi 

Pet-friendly and pure veg, Saar Cafe, tucked inside Mahati Wellness, is a treat to work at. It's a low-key, bright, well-lit cafe with a warm vibe. The staff doesn't rush you when you're working, and the music is soft. There are also games and books you can indulge in when you need a little break from work. There's good wi-fi and a good range of high-protein and healthy snacks to munch on. They will welcome you every day; however, they have a no-laptop policy on weekends!

What To Order: Guacamole Pani Puri, Berry Smoothie Bowl, Avo Thecha Sourdough Cracker, Biscoff Iced Latte

Timing: 9 AM to 11:30 PM

Price: INR 800 for two

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Amenities: WiFi, Books, Games, Pet-friendly

A little gem in Marol, Bombay To Barcelona Cafe, started by Amin Sheikh, is a quiet, cosy space to work from. The wifi is stable, and there’s also a library with tons of great books being donated here. You’ll find homestyle food, great coffee, and a team that makes you feel like you’re working out of someone’s living room.

What To Order: Crepes, Sandwiches, Chicken Fingers, Grilled Mushrooms

Timing: 10 AM to 11 PM

Price: INR 850 for two

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Amenities: WiFi, Books

August is a clean, well-designed space with a good aesthetic, and you'll actually feel like working here. Both Khar and Andheri outlets are ideal for work; you can expect good WiFi, a calm atmosphere, and enough seating so you have the option to switch places if you're bored at one. The food is light and fresh, perfect for when you want to snack between emails.

What To Order: Hot Chocolate, Hummus, Pita Bread, Gnocchi

Timing: 7 AM to 12 AM

Price: INR 1,600 for two

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Amenities: WiFi 

This cute vintage-inspired cafe in Chembur is known for its Italian and continental food, along with being super comfortable to work out of. Apart from that, it's also a good place if you want to spend the day unwinding with their famous hot chocolate and a book. Another thing which we love is that they're open till midnight, which is ideal for night owls who like to work in silence but in a public space. 

What To Order: Hot Chocolate, Lasagna Palermo, White Chocolate Mocha, Shepherds Pie

Timing: 11 AM to 12 AM 

Price: INR 1,600 for two

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Amenities: WiFi