The 2nd arrondissement is the smallest in Paris, but also one of the densest when it comes to spots to get work done. Between the Sentier neighbourhood — the Silicon Sentier, as it's been called since startups moved in — the pedestrian streets around Montorgueil buzzing with life, and the quieter Bourse and Grands Boulevards area, you'll find a concentrated slice of Parisian life at every corner. Tech freelancers, creatives looking for inspiration, remote workers escaping their studio flat: the 2nd is made for you.
The neighbourhood has a natural relationship with nomadic work. Sentier has always been a working quarter — first textiles, then startups, and now freelancers taking over the local cafés. There are plenty of spots, varied and often well thought-out for laptops. We've done a full tour of the neighbourhood to bring you 10 addresses worth the visit.
10h10
Rue de Cléry, right in the heart of Sentier. 10h10 is a café coworking space with vintage-style furniture that gives it a particular charm. The interior is warm, the large tables are perfect for spreading out your things, and the atmosphere blends work and a welcoming feel. Wi-Fi available, accessible power outlets, and a menu of drinks and light food to keep you going through the day.
Recommended by Freebe, Le Bonbon and Time Out as one of the best café coworking spaces in Paris. It's one of the most-mentioned addresses in the neighbourhood for getting work done. The vintage, eclectic atmosphere creates a pleasant setting that's a refreshing change from the overly polished interiors of traditional coworking spaces.
Our favourite for working in a vintage, welcoming setting in Sentier.
The Hoxton
Rue du Sentier. The Hoxton is the lobby of a trendy hotel turned into a work spot open to everyone, 24/7. The space is bright and cosy, with an outdoor terrace for sunny days. The Wi-Fi is fast, the vibe is calm and focused, and the setting is simply exceptional for a free place.
Recommended by Wicofi, Direct Emploi, Les Alfredines and Laptop Friendly. The fact that it's open around the clock makes it a last-resort spot when everything else is closed. You can come at 7am or 11pm, order a coffee at the bar, and settle into a comfortable armchair. The place attracts quite a few nomadic workers, but the space is large enough that you never feel cramped.
The 24/7 spot for getting work done in a chic hotel setting, for free.
Kind Café
Rue Beauregard, between Sentier and Bonne Nouvelle. Kind Café is a place that blends coffee and yoga. The interior is quiet and spacious, with large tables for working and solid Wi-Fi. Power outlets are plentiful, the menu has sweet and savoury options, and the atmosphere is relaxed. After your work session, you can even join a yoga class to unwind.
Recommended by Wicofi, Passion Télétravail and Copenhagen Filtered. Open weekdays from 8:30am to 5:30pm, weekends from 10am to 4:30pm. A perfect spot for productive mornings followed by a wellness break.
For those who want to work and decompress in the same place.
Le Floor
Rue Notre Dame des Victoires, in the Bourse neighbourhood. Le Floor is a cocoon of softness in beige tones with clean graphic lines and vintage furniture. The atmosphere is hushed and calm, and the space is clearly designed for work. Wi-Fi, power outlets, large tables — everything's there. The homemade dishes are cooked to order and the Saturday brunch is well regarded.
Recommended by Do It In Paris, Wicofi and Les Alfredines. Open Tuesday to Friday from 8am to 6pm. Closed on weekends and Mondays. A weekday spot, elegant and efficient, for those who want a well-curated setting without the corporate atmosphere.
The refined choice for weekday work sessions in a design-led space.
Eclair de Génie Café
Rue Montmartre, in the Montorgueil neighbourhood. Christophe Adam's pastries have become a reference point, and the adjacent café offers a practical space to settle in and work. Wi-Fi is available, power outlets too, and the indoor space stays quiet. The homemade hot chocolate is a small pleasure that helps you get through those afternoon work sessions.
Mentioned by Copenhagen Filtered. Open every day from 8:30am to 7pm (9am on Sundays). The perfect address if you're working in the Montorgueil neighbourhood and want a spot with genuinely great pastries for your break.
The indulgent spot for pastry lovers who want to work in a well-curated setting.
Le Simone
Rue Saint-Denis, in the Strasbourg-Saint-Denis neighbourhood. Le Simone offers a 160m² coworking space with clean desks, a quiet area for focused work, and an on-site community café. Wi-Fi and power outlets are available, and the large tables let you work comfortably. The atmosphere is focused without being oppressive.
Mentioned by City Crunch. The space operates on morning and evening slots, with a break in the afternoon. It's a slightly unusual format that works well for concentrated sessions of a few hours.
For those who want a genuine coworking space with a community spirit.
Starbucks Petits Carreaux
Rue des Petits Carreaux, in the Sentier neighbourhood. This Starbucks is housed in a 17th-century building, giving it a character that others don't have. Power outlets are everywhere, Wi-Fi is reliable, and the large tables let you settle in comfortably. The drinks and food menu is extensive.
Mentioned by Colivys among the cafés for studying in Paris. Open every day from 7am to 8pm (9am on weekends). A solid backup option when you want a reliable spot with no surprises, with the bonus of an unexpected historic setting.
The reliable backup with power outlets everywhere, inside a historic building.
Café Matamata
Rue d'Argout, between Sentier and Les Halles. Café Matamata is a small café appreciated for its warm and quiet atmosphere. The Wi-Fi is good, the coffee is excellent, and the place is clearly welcoming of laptops. The space is smaller than other spots in the neighbourhood, but the quiet more than makes up for it.
Recommended by Pachamama and Wicofi. Open every day from 8am to 6pm (9am on weekends), with a short midday break. An intimate spot for quiet work sessions.
The quiet little café for getting work done in peace with an excellent coffee.
Cafe Compagnon
Rue Léopold Bellan, between Sentier and Montorgueil. Cafe Compagnon is a spacious, bright spot with a terrace looking out onto a pedestrian street. The vibe is calm and welcoming, Wi-Fi works well, and power outlets are available. It's the kind of place where you can settle in for the whole day without anyone bothering you.
Mentioned by Copenhagen Filtered. Open every day from 8am to midnight (9am on Mondays and weekends). The extended hours are a real bonus, especially in the evening. You can turn your work session into an evening out without changing venues.
For long days that end late, in a spacious, bright setting.
Rem's Coffee Shop
Rue de Mulhouse, in the Sentier neighbourhood. Rem's is an adorable little spot tucked away in a quiet corner, with terrazzo floors, design lighting and a wooden counter. The atmosphere celebrates the Parisian art of living, dogs are welcome, and Wi-Fi and power outlets are available. The menu includes quality pastries and drinks.
Mentioned by Do It In Paris. Open Tuesday to Friday from 8:30am to 6pm, and weekends from 10am to 6:30pm. Closed on Mondays. A neighbourhood gem for peaceful work sessions.
The cute, quiet spot in Sentier for getting work done in a refined Parisian setting.
The right spot for your needs
- For working 24/7 — The Hoxton (hotel lobby, always open)
- For a vintage, welcoming atmosphere — 10h10 (vintage furniture, coworking vibe)
- For design and calm — Le Floor (beige tones, vintage furniture, made-to-order food)
- For working + yoga — Kind Café (coffee in the morning, yoga in the evening)
- For indulgent breaks — Eclair de Génie Café (Christophe Adam pastries)
- For great coffee — Café Matamata (excellent coffee, intimate atmosphere)
- For late evenings — Cafe Compagnon (open until midnight)
The 2nd arrondissement packs a remarkable density of work spots into a small area. Sentier dominates with addresses like 10h10, The Hoxton, Kind Café and Rem's. The Montorgueil neighbourhood adds its own gems (Eclair de Génie, Cafe Compagnon), and the Bourse area rounds things out with Le Floor.
We update this selection regularly as we scout new spots and hear your feedback. If you try one of these places, or if you know one we've missed, we want to know. And if you want to explore other arrondissements or find a spot near you, check out all our guides on Deskover.