Top 10 Places to Work Remotely in Washington, DC

COVID-19 clearly changed what it looks like to work remotely. Before the pandemic, many of us remote workers didn’t actually work from home full-time. We’re pros at toting our laptops, notebooks, and day planners to any fun locale with wi-fi and setting up an impromptu workspace. COVID-19 may have taken away most of our options for work settings, but now that vaccination rates are increasing, we’re finally able to get back out there and work wherever we get the whim to set up for the morning.

If you’re looking for productive and fun new places to work, where do you even begin? If you’re in Washington, DC, the city where our club was first born, look no further than these top spots.

Top 10 List: Washington, DC

1. Compass Coffee

If you’re a fan of local DC fare, you’ll love Compass Coffee! They have eight locations throughout the area, all serving up coffee made right in DC.

2. La Cosecha

The Latin American marketplace of La Cosecha has such a vibrant atmosphere that you can’t help but get energized while you work. The marketplace has tables in a variety of locations, and you have to love the rooftop too.

3. Philz Coffee

There’s something beautiful about a simple yet fantastic cup of no-frills coffee, and that’s Philz Coffee’s specialty…that and a great remote working atmosphere at their several DC area locations.

4. CoworkCafe

Most of the locations on this list are coffee shops where you can hang out for free as long as you’re buying coffee or other items from the shop. We love a great coworking space, though, so CoworkCafe had to be on the list. If you’re not a member, you can buy a day pass at any time for $20.

5. Blue Bottle Coffee

Blue Bottle may not be specific to DC, but it’s a stunningly modern coffee shop that no one can resist. All three of their DC locations (Georgetown, Union Market, and Union Station) are now open with full seating.

6. Slipstream

If you want a place where you can truly dig into your work and get on a roll, Slipstream is a go-to because not only do they have great coffee, they have fantastic lunch options. They have both indoor dining and outdoor seating options.

7. O2: Outdoor Office

This is another unconventional option but if you haven’t tried it yet, it’s a must! It’s quite literally an outdoor office with standing desks equipped for your convenience. You can book desks for 90-minute increments.\

8. Union Kitchen

Union Kitchen is a unique combo of a convenient grocery story, café, and restaurant, so it’s a great place to set up shop if you want to enjoy several types of scenery throughout the day.

9. Kintsugi Café

If you’re someone who needs a zen atmosphere to focus on work, you were made for Kintsugi. Between the relaxing setting and the amazing coffee and food, it’s the perfect place to spend some quality worktime.

10. Your Local Public Library

Public libraries are probably the most underrated places to work. They’re quiet, fairly low-traffic, and above all, free. DC has plenty of libraries where you can post up for the day.

There’s never a reason to feel bored by your work environment if you’re working remotely! Hit up any of these amazing DC spots or, better yet, discover new workspaces and work crews at one of our Ladies Work Remote meetups. We hope to see you soon!