TOP CAFES IN KOLKATA TO DO REMOTE WORK FROM

With the advent of café culture in India, Kolkata has also jumped on the bandwagon with a plethora of option. The city has now become a blooming spot for new café and international franchises. From quaint little cafés with peaceful environment to hustling bustling cafés filled with mirth, the city has everything that one might ask for. With remote work still popular, we take a deep dive into some cafes which can be the perfect spots to enjoy remote work.

 

8th DAY CAFÉ AND BAKERY 

A quaint café to work from would be 8th Day Café and Bakery. Situated in two locations- one of the outlets in Arcadia (Central Kolkata) and the other one in Jatin Bagchi Road (South Kolkata). Renowned for their wide range of bagels and coffee, it is a perfect spot for work calls and meeting, with the option for recharging one’s energy with the plethora of items on their menu.

 

ROASTERY COFFEE HOUSE

The old charm of the Calcutta South India Club mixed with aesthetic of an old Calcutta house- all revamped to new interior and all things good. The café houses both interior seating arrangements as well exterior ones. The exterior seating arrangement is perfect if one is looking for a breezy work day and shift inside for a much needed respite from the heat! Their brew collection (especially their cold brew collection) is a noteworthy mention along with their varied dishes.

 

FLURY’S

The legendary café, which dates back to 1927, is a crucial part of the city. The main location of the OG café is in Park Street, with many more outlets varying in locations- from the outlet at Purna Das Road to the one in Alipore towers, it is a widespread chain. Enjoy a classic English Breakfast with a cup of coffee and log into your Microsoft teams account. One also has the option of varied deserts and patisseries here while enjoying the colonial charm of the place.

 

BLUE TOKAI COFFEE ROASTERS

Indulge in the blue and white minimalistic aesthetic of this café while enjoying their in-house coffee blends. They have outlets all over Kolkata, ranging from Park Street to Southern Avenue to even Salt Lake! The ambience is amazing for a little remote work set up, and to top it off- one can even purchase their coffee blends.

 

PANCHAM ER ADDAY

A very unique café located right in Hindustan Park, themed after the one and only R.D. Barman! With classic bangers playing in the background softly, one gets both indoor and outdoor seating arrangements. Be sure to try out their classic fish and chips and their drink menu. The café has amazing vibes and is not that heavy on the pocket!

 

THE VERANDAH

The Verandah is like a home away from home! With an old Calcutta house charm, it is not only serving looks but also serving a uniquely curated menu. Don’t forget to try out their Breakfast Platter, Daab Chingri shots and blueberry cheesecake. The place, though small in size, is well lit and comfortable for work hours, located in Sector 3, Salt Lake.

 

CALCUTTA BUNGALOW

This café is a revamped old Calcutta bungalow. It is not only a café but is also a boutique stay, and harbours a souvenir shop as well! With rooftop seating arrangements as well as indoor arrangement, it suits everyone’s taste. Don’t miss out on their amazing Mochar Malai Chop with cucumber and pomegranate slaw and their breakfast platters. One can taste the rich heritage through and through. Located in Shyambazaar, it is situated in the culture rich North Kolkata which is amazing for work environment, if one has hit a slump.

 

MRS WILSON’S CAFÉ

If one is looking for a place which is suited for remote work along with the furry friend, then this is the place to be at. Mrs. Wilson’s café in Jodhpur Park is one of its kind. It is a pet friendly café hence one does not have to bother anymore about leaving the furry baby at home. Not only that but the café has their own in-house cats which roam around, and if that’s not free therapy, then we don’t know what is! The Chicken Schnitzel and the Fish Fofo are a must try. Don’t be late and give them a quick visit!

 

ARTSY- COFFEE AND CULTURE

Stowed away in a small corner in Acharya Jagdish Chandra Bose Road, Artsy is an emerging café in Kolkata. Decked up to the brim with modern art and striking bright colours; paired with happening background music- its perfect for some momentum in your work. From comfortable sofa sets to wooden chairs sets whatever one prefers-they have it. They offer a wife range of baked goods along with another wide range of drinks!

 

CRAFT COFFEE EXPERIENCE

Enjoy the freshly brewed coffee variants at craft coffee while enjoying both; Victorian style wrought iron seating arrangement as well minimalistic wooden furniture, right there at Ballygunge. They have a varied range of coffee brew, which can also be bought separately for one to enjoy at home. The cozy and welcoming vibes are amazing for sipping one’s coffee while having a go at your work!

 

STARBUCKS

Any list would be incomplete without the mention of Starbucks. With its apt ambience, cozy interiors and lighting and their signature drinks and patisserie. Located in many places all over Kolkata, one can enjoy working from Park Street or South City Mall, there is a  Starbucks almost everywhere. 

All of the aforementioned cafés provide free wi-fi services, hence working will not be a hassle even if one plans on sitting in hour long meetings! Kolkata is filled with cafés which are in tune with the work life culture of recent days, one just needs to explore them!
 

 

Author: Swastika Deb