The Best Laptop-Friendly Cafes in Medellín
Medellín has transformed in incredible ways. Once overshadowed by its turbulent past, the city has blossomed into a vibrant hub for digital nomads and, yes, some of the best coffee you’ll ever taste.
Thanks to the constant influx of nomads and tourists to the city, Medellín’s coffee scene has expanded, both in the quality of the coffee-making process and the spaces designed for remote workers.
Fair warning: this list barely scratches the surface. I’ve handpicked these cafés with one priority in mind: spots that truly deliver the perfect remote-work experience, offering great coffee with all the amenities a digital nomad needs. Consider this your shortcut to the best of both worlds.
Quick List: Best Laptop-Friendly Cafés in Medellín
What Makes a Café Laptop-Friendly? (And Why Cappuccino Matters)
Finding the perfect café in Medellín isn’t just about good coffee—it’s about the experience. These are the qualities I’ve prioritized in this list, so you can have a wide range of excellent options: places not only to work, but also to feel the city like a local.
Cappuccinos
The cappuccino is my ultimate benchmark for coffee shops. True cappuccinos require the use of well-calibrated commercial machines and masterful hands that understand the art of blending espresso with milk just right. Alchemy in action!
If a café can’t get this right, your work session might already be compromised. And yes, if you're just looking for a sugar bomb with whipped cream covering the unpleasant flavor of burnt coffee, Medellín has plenty of Starbucks and Juan Valdez stores for that. But if you’re a proper coffee snob (like moi), stick with me—I’ll point you to the real deal.
WiFi & Plugs
The scarcest and most precious currencies in the digital nomad world! Whether it’s internet speed or power access, these are often the deal-breakers. In Latin America, these amenities aren’t always a given, so I’ve made sure every spot on this list keeps you connected and powered up.
Chairs
Chairs may go unnoticed by many, but for a nomad who spends long hours at a café, it’s necessary to be more demanding of their design. That’s why we listed it as a requirement. A good chair supports your back and allows you to work longer in a state of flow. I’ve had many experiences where an uncomfortable chair destroyed my productivity.
Food & Vibes
Bad lighting, screechy music, or mediocre food can tank your focus. As someone who’s both picky and passionate about food, I’ve only included places where the menu and the atmosphere help you thrive. All these places listed below welcome digital nomads, and I sincerely believe that coffee shops are some of the best spots to meet other nomads.
1. Pergamino
Cappuccino: 5 | Food: 4.5 | Chairs: 3.5 | Plugs: 4 | WiFi: 3.5 | Vibes: 5
I consider Pergamino my third place in Medellín. You can truly feel at home, to some degree, perfect for an immersive remote workday or an inspiring afternoon read.
The reason this place makes me feel at home, beyond the level of their coffee and food, is the people who work there. Every single one of them, without exception, might be the greatest hosts Medellín has.
Pergamino currently has around 8 locations across the city. Some locations are inside malls or places such as Vía Primavera, where most travelers spend most of their time in Medellín.
It’s a chain so well established in the Colombian specialty coffee industry. They manage the process from the tree to the final cup like a boss.
Its architecture and design are also unique. And the food is perfect for any time of day—snacks, bowls, salads, or sandwiches like their tuna sandwich, which is one of my favorites!
2. La Rufina
Cappuccino: 4 | Food: 5 | Chairs: 5 | Plugs: 5 | WiFi: 5 | Vibes: 5
Working at La Rufina should definitely be part of your Medellín plan. It's perfect if you want to escape the city's noise and work surrounded by nature, fresh air, and calm energy.
They're located just outside the city, in what used to be a car workshop. It is now beautifully rebuilt into a coffee shop and restaurant.
If you're traveling with your pets, this spot is a dream come true. Its outdoor space and open-air vibes make it feel spacious, relaxed, and incredibly unique.
You’ll have more than enough room to get things done in peace. The Wi-Fi is very stable, and the chairs are among the comfiest on this list.
The food is super tasty, including brunch dishes, BBQ classics like ribs, and a solid burger on the menu. And the coffee is consistently well-prepared, though they’re not roasters.
3. Yellow House
Cappuccino: 4 | Food: 3.5 | Chairs: 5 | Plugs: 5 | WiFi: 5 | Vibes: 5
This little gem near Provenza has the fastest WiFi I’ve found in Medellín. You can easily hold Zoom meetings, upload files, and stay connected for hours.
Everything tastes lovely, I really mean it. They do everything with love, including pastries, sandwiches, and bowls. Their comfortable chairs also make you feel at home.
The one thing to be mindful of, though: They close early, mostly at 6:30 pm, and sometimes it might get crowded. Most of the coffee shops I recommend usually open at 8:00 a.m., with the exception of Urbania (later in this list!), which opens some of its locations as early as 6:30 or 7:00 a.m.
In any case, you should always check their social media because in Medellín, there are many holidays that may affect opening hours.
4. Campesino
Cappuccino: 4.5 | Food: 3 | Chairs: 4 | Plugs: 4 | WiFi: 4 | Vibes: 4
Campesino is a unique place since inside their premises, they have a roaster. Plus, the interior space offers a perfect coworking atmosphere. Imagine working while smelling that fresh aroma in the room.
It’s a great space with plugs, fast Wi-Fi, and a comfortable setup for long stays. The food primarily consists of an all-day breakfast, accompanied by a pastry or dessert.
Campesino has a sister location in Jericó, one of Antioquia’s most charming traditional towns. If you’re exploring beyond Medellín, consider this your sign to add it to your itinerary, because great coffee deserves a great adventure.
5. Café Dragón
Cappuccino: 2.5 | Food: 5 | Chairs: 4.5 | Plugs: 4 | WiFi: 4 | Vibes: 5
This café is one of the most design-forward, comfortable spaces in the city. But here’s why I gave the cappuccino a low score: they shut down the espresso bar at 6pm.
That said, the food is phenomenal! The level of their kitchen is among the best: sourdough-based pizzas, fall-off-the-bone short ribs, and desserts that feel like works of art. Their fries with Provençal sauce...I order them every time I go.
What I love most about this place is that their brunch options are among the best-designed. If you come to Medellín on a Sunday, you could wrap up your ride with the best brunch of all. Of course, after some remote work!
Their Wi-Fi is solid, and the chairs are the most comfortable on this list.
6. Urbania
Cappuccino: 4.5 | Food: 3 | Chairs: 3 | Plugs: 3 | WiFi: 3 | Vibes: 4
Urbania has its own charm, evoking a laid-back, Brooklyn-inspired café. They have seven locations, including Urbania 8 in El Poblado.
The only downside is that some spots have painfully uncomfortable chairs.
The food is primarily pastry and breakfast dishes, like eggs and waffles. Their cappuccino is very good and standardized.
If you decide to work in some of these shops, I highly recommend you to go to the ones inside any mall, because they will have a remote work environment.
They roast their own coffee and sell it internationally like Pergamino, and they know about roasting good coffee for a long time too.
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