Laptop-Friendly Bars in Los Angeles with WiFi [part two]
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Lingua Franca Restaurant
Location: Frogtown
Lingua Franca is a prime spot for remote work, offering free WiFi and a breezy patio along the LA River. With cozy interiors and spacious front and back patios, it’s the perfect blend of focus and ambiance. Guests can fuel their workflow with New Californian cuisine, a curated selection of beer, organic wines from small producers, and high-ABV aperitif cocktails. Whether for happy hour, dinner, or weekend brunch, Lingua Franca makes working remotely feel a little more indulgent.
Playa Provisions
Location: Playa Del Rey
Playa Provisions is built for productivity—with two patios, no one minds a work call, and the beach is just steps away for when emails blur together. A solid food menu keeps energy up, while an impressive whiskey list makes long tasks more tolerable. Need something stronger than coffee? The full bar has it covered. Great for solo focus or group work sessions, it’s the perfect spot to get things done—between bites, sips, and the occasional dune-staring break.
Benny Boy Brewing
Location: Lincoln Heights
Benny Boy Brewing isn’t just for after-work pints and weekend cookouts—it’s also a surprisingly great place to hunker down and get things done. With free public WiFi, plenty of outlets, and a couple of friendly brewery cats for company, productivity comes with a side of good vibes. Set up in the backyard beer garden, sip a fresh pint or barrel-aged cider, and refuel with rotating pop-up vendors (or your own snacks). Work here, unwind here—either way, Benny Boy delivers.
Juniper
Location: West Hollywood
Tucked inside 1 Hotel West Hollywood, Juniper Lounge & Garden is an ideal spot for a remote workday—spacious, stylish, and designed for seamless transitions from productivity to relaxation. With plenty of room for private calls, in-person meetings, and of course, a well-crafted cocktail, it’s as functional as it is inviting. By day, it’s a serene workspace; by night, the vibe shifts with eclectic music and great company. And who knows? A passing hotel guest might just make work a little more interesting.
Cervercia Del Pueblo
Location: Pasadena
Cerverceria Del Pueblo is a hidden gem for remote work—free WiFi, plenty of seating, and just the right level of background buzz. Sip on expertly crafted beers infused with South American flavors while knocking out emails, and when hunger strikes, grab a bite from a rotating pop-up food truck or bring your own. With a laid-back vibe and top-tier brews, it’s the perfect place to stay productive—until it’s time to swap the laptop for a well-earned pint.
SALT Restaurant and Bar
Location: Marina Del Rey
SALT Restaurant & Bar isn’t just about waterfront views—it’s a workday upgrade. Free WiFi, breezy outdoor seating, and just the right level of background buzz make it a prime spot to tackle emails or gather the team. Need a break? Highballs, bar bites, and happy hour specials have that covered. With a menu of fresh, seasonal flavors and a front-row seat to the Marina, productivity has never looked this good. Bonus: dogs welcome, because good company is essential.
The Grant
Location: Glassell Park
The Grant is where productivity meets a perfectly crafted cocktail—just time it right. With free WiFi, ample outlets, and music at the sweet spot between lively and conversational, it’s a great place to tackle emails from a plush sofa or the bar. But as the night unfolds, so does the crowd, and work mode gives way to cocktail hour. Arrive early to power through projects, then stay for a well-earned drink when the space shifts from remote office to neighborhood hotspot.
Alcove
Location: Los Feliz
Housed in two historic bungalows with sprawling garden patios, Alcove is a rare gem—open morning to night with free WiFi and plenty of space to work. Whether you’re cranking out emails over hand-roasted coffee or winding down with a craft cocktail, this spot transitions as smoothly as your workload demands. Bar seating, indoor tables, and sun-dappled patios make it perfect for deep focus—or procrastinating with a slice of white chocolate cake. Bonus: dogs welcome, because of course.
Bon Vivant
Location: Atwater Village
Bon Vivant Market & Café brings a touch of Parisian charm to Atwater Village, serving up great food, strong coffee, and a perfect spot to work— during the day. With free WiFi, a laid-back vibe, and plenty of seating, it’s a dream for remote work sessions fueled by lattes and leisurely meals. Just don’t get too comfy—the WiFi vanishes before the dinner crowd rolls in. Ideal for emails by day, but by night? It’s all about good drinks and better conversation.
Bolt
Locations: East Hollywood & Hermosa Beach
BOLT is the kind of spot where your laptop, your latte, and your to-do list can peacefully coexist. With locations in East Hollywood and Hermosa Beach, it serves up all-day breakfast, house-baked treats, and clean comfort food from sunrise to sunset. The coffee? Specially tasted for them on Cape Cod. The WiFi? Free and ready for action. Indoor and outdoor seating, friendly vibes, and a solid beer and wine selection make it a prime workday escape—laptops welcome, dogs too.
Freehand Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles
Freehand Los Angeles is a prime remote work spot in the heart of DTLA. By day, settle into the lobby’s cozy leather seating with a latte from Café Integral and strong WiFi to power through emails. By night, transition from work to play with cocktails at the Broken Shaker rooftop bar, offering stunning skyline views. Housed in the historic Commercial Exchange building, Freehand blends style, comfort, and convenience—perfect for business travelers and locals alike.
The Six Social house
Location: Studio City & West LA
The Six Social House is a top-tier spot to post up with your laptop, featuring free WiFi, plenty of outlets, and a laid-back atmosphere. The menu sticks to the rule of six—six starters, six entrées, six wines—but the flavors go way beyond. Whether you're here for a work session or just a well-earned snack break, the sloppy Joe sliders with homemade fried pickles are a must. Cozy, welcoming, and just the right amount of rustic, it’s the perfect place to work, sip, and stay awhile
Find more places like this in our first Lap-top Friendly Guide!
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