Are you getting tired of working from your home or office and need a change of scenery? Luckily, Birmingham has no shortage of comfortable spaces and cafes to head to work when you’re ready for something more inspiring. Here is our local guide to the 6 best spots for remote work in Birmingham.
Church Street Coffee and Books
Mountain Brook
Named after its 81 Church Street address, Mountain Brook’s Church Street Coffee and Books sits nestled comfortably in Crestline Village. Intentionally designed to accommodate all ages, the children’s nook features beanbags to lounge in and books to enjoy.
Whether you are looking for a motivating treat or a new read, Church Street Coffee offers coffee, tea, pastries, and a wide selection of books available for purchase. This is an accessible opportunity to get work done outside your home or the office, while allowing your children to relax as well. For warmer weather, enjoy a seat on their patio!
High Dive HiFi Lounge
Lakeview
High Dive Hifi Lounge is the perfect new spot for music lovers and creatives to get work done. An all day-listening lounge, High Dive offers a chill ambience, perfect for a continuous workflow. Vinyl records and CDs line the walls, proving they offer something for everyone.
This spot not only offers a place to listen to music and get work done, but is also a perfect place to grab a bite to eat. Their menu, crafted in collaboration with James Beard Award-winning Chef Sean Brock, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night bites. High Dive HiFi Lounge has everything from savory to sweet and a well-crafted cocktail to pair it with.
Lee’s Coffee
Downtown (Workplay)
Lee’s Coffee at Workplay is an easy go-to spot with its cozy yet spacious seating. Upstairs, you can find additional seating with cushioned seats or tables for your group hangouts! The dim lighting and calm music help alleviate the stress from home or the office.
Lee’s menu offers a substantial range of refreshments and allows for your own drink curation with the syrups and flavorings offered. The combinations are infinite, and who knows, you might just come up with your new favorite combo!
Filter Coffee Parlor
Five Points
Intentional with its craft, Filter Coffee Parlor’s mission is to support the Birmingham community by offering premium hospitality and service. The parlor is spacious, offering indoor seating, an upstairs space, and an outdoor space.
The space features a large selection of coffee and teas, and is a quick spot to eat during your lunch break. Filter Coffee Parlor has an ever-changing breakfast and lunch menu, creating a fresh experience year-round! On your way upstairs, do not forget to check out the art gallery of works from Birmingham artists.
Switchyards Birmingham
Avondale
No matter your schedule, Switchyards Birmingham will always be there for you. With a monthly subscription, you are guaranteed a 24/7 operating space to get work done outside your home or office. Access is only granted with a keycard, ensuring you are safe at any hour.
Switchyards offers a unique experience while catering to your workstyle. You can book the meeting room if you need an intimate space with co-workers, book the phone booths for a Zoom call, or enjoy the cozy nooks throughout the main area. Don’t forget to grab a drink at the coffee and tea bar!
O’Henry’s Coffee
Multiple Locations
O’Henry’s Coffee is a staple in the Birmingham community. No matter the part of Birmingham you work in, there is a place for you at O’Henry’s Coffee. There are locations in Brookwood Village, Highland Park, Homewood, Vestavia, Samford University, Hoover, and Dunnavant Valley.
Not only is there a place for you, but there is the perfect drink to accompany you through your work. O’Henry’s has something that can hit every tastebud through coffee and tea selections. The roast varieties hit every tastebud including light, medium, dark, flavored, and decaf.
Cover Photo by Rizky Subagja
