The 10th is the canal Saint-Martin with its locks, the busy streets around the gare de l'Est, the faubourg Saint-Denis with its covered passages, and the Vinaigriers with its village-within-a-city atmosphere. An arrondissement that moves, mixes genres and profiles, and has attracted over the past few years an impressive concentration of cafés designed for people who work outside the home. Freelances from the neighbourhood, remote workers who prefer the noise of the canal to that of their flat, students looking for a corner with Wi-Fi: the 10th has what you need. Here are our 8 best spots to set up your laptop in the area.

ONI Coffee Shop

Boulevard Saint-Martin, a stone's throw from place de la République. ONI is a bright, welcoming space with beautiful high ceilings, carefully considered decor, and an atmosphere that invites you to settle in for the morning. The coffee is good, the pastries are homemade, and the large tables give you room to spread out without elbowing your neighbour. On sunny days, the terrace is a welcome bonus.

Practically speaking, it's flawless: solid Wi-Fi, power outlets everywhere, large tables, and reasonable prices. Open Monday to Friday 9am–6pm, weekends 10am–7pm. The generous hours and 7-day opening make it a reliable go-to spot.

Our favourite in the 10th for regular work sessions — everything you need, no fuss.

Café Hubsy

Rue Lucien Sampaix, a few metres from the canal Saint-Martin. Hubsy is a bright, quiet café coworking space that works on a pay-by-the-hour model: you pay for the time you spend, and drinks are unlimited. So you settle in, help yourself to refills, and work without watching the bill. The atmosphere is studious, almost library-like, with well-spaced tables and flattering light.

Reliable Wi-Fi, power outlets everywhere, large tables, and a quietness that delivers. Open 7 days a week, 8:45am–8:30pm on weekdays, from 10am at weekends. The generous hours are a real asset for long days.

The perfect spot if you want to work quietly without tracking your drinks, right next to the canal.

The Place To

Rue du Faubourg Saint-Martin, in the north of the 10th. The Place To is a hybrid venue with several spaces and atmospheres: you can choose between a quiet, low-key corner or a livelier area depending on your mood. The place is large, well laid out, with a terrace for sunny days. You can eat, drink good coffee, and work from morning to night.

Solid Wi-Fi, power outlets available, large tables, and a menu that takes you from breakfast to dinner. Open 7 days a week, 8am to midnight on weekdays (9am at weekends). This exceptional opening window makes The Place To one of the rare spots in the 10th where you can work late without being shown the door.

The smart choice for long days and off-peak hours, with the option of moving from work mode to after-work mode without changing seats.

Café Studio

Rue de Sambre-et-Meuse, in a quiet corner of the 10th near the parc des Buttes-Chaumont. Café Studio has a chic brocante feel, with eclectic decor, plants everywhere, and a relaxed vegan vibe. The place serves cookies and daily specials, runs creative workshops in the evening, and above all offers a pleasant setting to open your laptop and work through the hours without pressure. The terrace is a small luxury when the weather plays ball.

Wi-Fi available, calm atmosphere, and a warm welcome for nomadic workers. Open 7 days a week, 8:30am–7pm. It's the kind of spot where you feel good the moment you walk in, and where you keep coming back week after week out of habit.

The cosy, plant-filled spot in the north of the 10th — perfect for productive, quiet mornings.

République of Coffee

Boulevard Saint-Martin, right opposite ONI. République of Coffee pairs pretty Mexican-inspired decor with a pleasant workspace. The colours are warm, the plants are everywhere, and the atmosphere gives a slightly holiday-like feel that lightens up workdays. The terrace is large and well-positioned for sunny weather. The coffee is good, the menu varied.

Reliable Wi-Fi, reasonable noise level, and a setting that changes things up from the office. Open 7 days a week, 8:30am–7pm on weekdays, 9am at weekends.

The colourful République café for working in a warm, transporting atmosphere.

Residence Kahn

Rue des Vinaigriers, halfway between the canal Saint-Martin and the gare de l'Est. Residence Kahn is a Scandinavian design venue offering an excellent savoury breakfast and an ideal setting for morning work. The furniture is signed (it's connected to the Kann Design brand), the light is beautiful, and the atmosphere is calm without being silent.

Wi-Fi and power outlets on hand, a pleasant level of quiet, and a good lunch menu. Open Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:30pm, weekends 9:30am–6pm.

The design spot in the Vinaigriers area for morning work sessions with a proper breakfast.

Café Shin Paris

Rue des Petites Écuries, in the covered-passages neighbourhood. Café Shin is a recent opening that blends Paris and Seoul influences. The interior is polished, bright, with soft tones and a zen atmosphere. The drinks are original, the pastries are good, and the place has that fresh quality that makes you want to come back.

Wi-Fi available and a good working atmosphere. Open Monday to Friday 8:30am–6pm, weekends 11am–7pm.

The Paris-Seoul fusion spot for a change of scene and working in an original setting.

Loui's Corner

Rue Bichat, along the canal Saint-Martin. Loui's Corner is a neighbourhood café with a lively, relaxed vibe. The terrace looks out over the canal, the interior is spacious, and the place works just as well for a morning coffee as for an evening drink. It's one of the rare spots in the 10th where you can move from work mode to after-work without changing chairs.

Wi-Fi available, a pleasant terrace, and a good menu. Open every day from 8am, and until 1am or 2am. The generous hours are a real plus.

The canal café for working through the day and transitioning into an evening without moving.

Looking for a terrace to work from?

If you want to work outdoors this summer, we've put together a dedicated selection: the best terraces for remote work in Paris 10th. Shaded cafés, coworking spaces with rooftops, hotel lobbies — we've sorted the genuinely good spots for the season.

The right spot for your needs

  • For working without watching the clock - Café Hubsy (pay by the hour, unlimited drinks)
  • For solid Wi-Fi and a professional setting - ONI Coffee Shop (the reliable pick in the 10th)
  • For off-peak hours - The Place To (open until midnight, 7 days a week)
  • For the canal Saint-Martin - Loui's Corner (terrace on the canal, open late)
  • For a cosy, plant-filled setting - Café Studio (eclectic vegan vibe)
  • For a working breakfast - Residence Kahn (Scandinavian design, savoury brunch)
  • For a change of atmosphere - Café Shin (Paris-Seoul fusion, zen vibe)

The 10th arrondissement is one of Paris's best-served areas for cafés to work from. From the canal Saint-Martin to the faubourg Saint-Denis, taking in the area around the gare de l'Est and place de la République, every corner of the 10th has its spots. The density of laptop-friendly places with decent Wi-Fi and plenty of power outlets makes it an ideal arrondissement for nomadic workers.

We update this selection regularly as we explore and hear from you. If you try one of these spots, or if you know one we've missed, we want to hear about it. And if you want to explore other neighbourhoods or find a spot near you, check out all our guides on Deskover.