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The Bean Gallery, a classic coffee shop with free wifi.
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15 Trusty New Orleans Coffee Shops With Free Wifi

by Gwendolyn Knapp and Nora McGunnigle Updated
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The Bean Gallery, a classic coffee shop with free wifi.
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by Gwendolyn Knapp and Nora McGunnigle Updated

New Orleans has plenty of great coffee shops, from old school, artsy spots that specialize in open mic nights to cutting edge coffee pop ups for third wave nerds.  But what are the best spots in town for parking oneself in a seat and getting work done on a laptop?  Well, Eater has narrowed down the endless options to a very select few.

These aren't the only coffee shops in town with free wifi, but they are trusty neighborhood favorites for drinking coffee and logging online, and most have good outlet situations for when your laptop is low on power. They range from student-friendly operations to late night social butterfly haunts. Here now are 15 trusty cafes with wifi in New Orleans.

Don't see your favorite coffee shop with free wifi on the map? Leave a comment or send Eater a tip. about why it deserves a spot on the map, and we'll update as necessary.

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Rue De La Course

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A major destination for college students and those in need of caffeine and wifi, this Carrollton staple has ample room for folks in need of getting work done and light fare to keep you going. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 11 p.m. nightly [Photo: Yelp/Alvin D.]
1140 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-4343
(504) 861-4343

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The Bean Gallery

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Lots of seating is available at this Mid City favorite, with great coffee and a brief menu of sandwiches and bagel specials (plus, desserts/pastries). Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 12 a.m. on weekdays [Photo: Facebook]
637 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 324-8161
(504) 324-8161

Il Posto Italian Cafe

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Great Coffee, wine and beer, and an exceptional breakfast and lunch menu including lox, pastries and various Italian specialties—paninis, cheeseboards and more—make this bustling Uptown cafe a hotspot for those with laptops and work to do. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few Open Late: 9 p.m. most nights [Photo: Facebook]
4607 Dryades St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-2620
(504) 895-2620

The Orange Couch

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This small, chic spot in the Marigny has great light and sleek tables if you're lucky enough to grab one to get some work done, or else you can sit outside or on the orange couch. No food, but they do have mochi and milkshakes. Wifi:Yes Outlets:Some Open Late: 10 p.m. daily [Photo: Brasted]
2339 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 267-7327
(504) 267-7327

Cafe Envie

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This beloved (and oft crowded) coffee shop in the French Quarter slings coffee, booze and a bevy of all day breakfast/lunch items, so finding a seat can sometimes be tough. The people watching, however, is incredible. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 12 a.m. weekdays, 1 a.m. weekends [Photo: Facebook
1241 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 524-3689
(504) 524-3689

HiVolt Coffee

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This LGD coffee shop is a great spot to do work with an array of breakfast/lunch items (including vegan), spacious seating, great coffee and loads people watching when you need a work break. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: No, 7 p.m. most nights [Photo: Brasted]
1829 Sophie Wright Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 324-8818
(504) 324-8818

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Fair Grinds Coffee House

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This Bayou St. John coffee shop gets a little competitve when it comes to seating during peak hours. Thankfully they do have a patio for when the weather is agreeable. A new location also just opened on St. Claude Avenue. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 9 p.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
3133 Ponce de Leon St, New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 913-9072
(504) 913-9072

Who Dat Coffee Cafe

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This laid back Marigny coffee shop is a great spot for when the weather is nice, as the outdoor seating can't be beat. Great coffee, breakfast and lunch fare, and a cozy vibe. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 10 p.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
2401 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 872-0360
(504) 872-0360

Zotz Cafe

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A go to for the anti-trendy, this dark and welcoming Oak Street internet cafe has ample seating, coffee, sandwiches, pastries, books, and a good sense of humor when it comes to decor and pretty much everything else.. Wifi: Yes Outlets:Yes Open Late: 1 a.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
8210 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-2224
(504) 861-2224

Village Coffee & Tea Company

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This no frills coffee shop on Freret Street is close to universities Uptown, and serves a variety of lighter fare (pastries, bagels, sandwiches) all day, making it a preferred study spot for many students. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 8 p.m. most nights [Photo: Facebook]
5335 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 861-1909
(504) 861-1909

Mojo Coffee House

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This coffee shop is known for its great service and laid back appeal, making both the Magazine and Freret St. cafes exceptional study/work spots (and both have some outdoor seating). Wifi: Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 12 a.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
4700 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Pulp and Grind

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This little spot in the Warehouse District from the Satsuma team offers great coffee and fresh pressed juice, and though the seating area isn't huge, it is a good place to park it and get work done if you're in the area.. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: No, 7 p.m. daily [Photo: Brasted]
633 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 510-4037
(504) 510-4037

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ManhattanJack

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The bright, friendly interior with cushy chairs, sofas, and communal table (as well as regular small tables and chairs) is the perfect place to get things done, with a cup of coffee, a bagel, sandwich, or a doughnut. Also, if you accomplish something, you can reward yourself instantly with a cookie or chocolate. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: No, closes at 6 p.m. [Photo: Brasted]
4930 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 897-5551
(504) 897-5551

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Merchant

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This CBD spot is small, but under the radar enough to find a spot inside during off-peak hours (and before the late afternoon, when it closes). And now that the weather's turning cooler, one can take advantage of its outdoor space. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few. None outside though. Open Late: No, closes at 3 p.m. during the week, and 12;30 on weekends. [Photo: ENOLA]
800 Common St, New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 571-9580
(504) 571-9580

Revelator Coffee Company

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Revelator opened this summer in the Warehouse District, and its well designed space is a calming, functional place to get some work done during business hours. Although the temp inside is on the cool side, complementary shawls/light blankets are available for use for those who are always freezing. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few Open Late: No, closes at 6 p.m. [Photo: Yelp/Vlad G.]
637 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130

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Rue De La Course

1140 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
A major destination for college students and those in need of caffeine and wifi, this Carrollton staple has ample room for folks in need of getting work done and light fare to keep you going. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 11 p.m. nightly [Photo: Yelp/Alvin D.]
1140 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-4343
(504) 861-4343

The Bean Gallery

637 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
Lots of seating is available at this Mid City favorite, with great coffee and a brief menu of sandwiches and bagel specials (plus, desserts/pastries). Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 12 a.m. on weekdays [Photo: Facebook]
637 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 324-8161
(504) 324-8161

Il Posto Italian Cafe

4607 Dryades St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Great Coffee, wine and beer, and an exceptional breakfast and lunch menu including lox, pastries and various Italian specialties—paninis, cheeseboards and more—make this bustling Uptown cafe a hotspot for those with laptops and work to do. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few Open Late: 9 p.m. most nights [Photo: Facebook]
4607 Dryades St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 895-2620
(504) 895-2620

The Orange Couch

2339 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117
This small, chic spot in the Marigny has great light and sleek tables if you're lucky enough to grab one to get some work done, or else you can sit outside or on the orange couch. No food, but they do have mochi and milkshakes. Wifi:Yes Outlets:Some Open Late: 10 p.m. daily [Photo: Brasted]
2339 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 267-7327
(504) 267-7327

Cafe Envie

1241 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
This beloved (and oft crowded) coffee shop in the French Quarter slings coffee, booze and a bevy of all day breakfast/lunch items, so finding a seat can sometimes be tough. The people watching, however, is incredible. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 12 a.m. weekdays, 1 a.m. weekends [Photo: Facebook
1241 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 524-3689
(504) 524-3689

HiVolt Coffee

1829 Sophie Wright Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130
This LGD coffee shop is a great spot to do work with an array of breakfast/lunch items (including vegan), spacious seating, great coffee and loads people watching when you need a work break. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: No, 7 p.m. most nights [Photo: Brasted]
1829 Sophie Wright Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 324-8818
(504) 324-8818

Fair Grinds Coffee House

3133 Ponce de Leon St, New Orleans, LA 70119
This Bayou St. John coffee shop gets a little competitve when it comes to seating during peak hours. Thankfully they do have a patio for when the weather is agreeable. A new location also just opened on St. Claude Avenue. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 9 p.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
3133 Ponce de Leon St, New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 913-9072
(504) 913-9072

Who Dat Coffee Cafe

2401 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117
This laid back Marigny coffee shop is a great spot for when the weather is nice, as the outdoor seating can't be beat. Great coffee, breakfast and lunch fare, and a cozy vibe. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: 10 p.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
2401 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 872-0360
(504) 872-0360

Zotz Cafe

8210 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118
A go to for the anti-trendy, this dark and welcoming Oak Street internet cafe has ample seating, coffee, sandwiches, pastries, books, and a good sense of humor when it comes to decor and pretty much everything else.. Wifi: Yes Outlets:Yes Open Late: 1 a.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
8210 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-2224
(504) 861-2224

Village Coffee & Tea Company

5335 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
This no frills coffee shop on Freret Street is close to universities Uptown, and serves a variety of lighter fare (pastries, bagels, sandwiches) all day, making it a preferred study spot for many students. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 8 p.m. most nights [Photo: Facebook]
5335 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 861-1909
(504) 861-1909

Mojo Coffee House

4700 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
This coffee shop is known for its great service and laid back appeal, making both the Magazine and Freret St. cafes exceptional study/work spots (and both have some outdoor seating). Wifi: Yes Outlets: Some Open Late: 12 a.m. daily [Photo: Facebook]
4700 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Pulp and Grind

633 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130
This little spot in the Warehouse District from the Satsuma team offers great coffee and fresh pressed juice, and though the seating area isn't huge, it is a good place to park it and get work done if you're in the area.. Wifi:Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: No, 7 p.m. daily [Photo: Brasted]
633 Camp St, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 510-4037
(504) 510-4037

ManhattanJack

4930 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115
The bright, friendly interior with cushy chairs, sofas, and communal table (as well as regular small tables and chairs) is the perfect place to get things done, with a cup of coffee, a bagel, sandwich, or a doughnut. Also, if you accomplish something, you can reward yourself instantly with a cookie or chocolate. Wifi: Yes Outlets: Yes Open Late: No, closes at 6 p.m. [Photo: Brasted]
4930 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 897-5551
(504) 897-5551

Merchant

800 Common St, New Orleans, LA 70112
This CBD spot is small, but under the radar enough to find a spot inside during off-peak hours (and before the late afternoon, when it closes). And now that the weather's turning cooler, one can take advantage of its outdoor space. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few. None outside though. Open Late: No, closes at 3 p.m. during the week, and 12;30 on weekends. [Photo: ENOLA]
800 Common St, New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 571-9580
(504) 571-9580

Revelator Coffee Company

637 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Revelator opened this summer in the Warehouse District, and its well designed space is a calming, functional place to get some work done during business hours. Although the temp inside is on the cool side, complementary shawls/light blankets are available for use for those who are always freezing. Wifi: Yes Outlets: A few Open Late: No, closes at 6 p.m. [Photo: Yelp/Vlad G.]
637 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA 70130

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