Below are five recommended coffee shops in Shanghai for working or studying, sourced from restaurant review apps like Dazhong Dianping.

*Please note that they are not listed in any specific order.

Starbucks (Raffles City)

This Starbucks outlet is perfectly suited for flexible working and business networking, with a well-thought-out mix of leisure zones, conference rooms and semi-open cubicles. Additionally, over 90 percent of the seats are equipped with power sockets and reading lamps to ensure a productive and comfortable working environment.

Address: No 268 Middle Xizang Road, Huangpu district

Open: 10 am-10 pm (Monday-Sunday)

Reference price: 37 yuan ($5.2) per person

Cafe OnAir

The owner of Cafe OnAir is an architectural designer with a deep passion for coffee, who has crafted a space where aesthetics meet functionality. In addition to WiFi and power sockets, the cafe's reputation in Shanghai is built on its calming ambiance, making it an ideal spot for both productive work and study.

Address: No 102 Lixi Road, Changning district

Open: 9 am-5:30 pm (Monday-Friday), 10 am-6 pm (Saturday-Sunday)

Reference price: 38 yuan per person

Common

This cafe boasts a multifaced space ideal for leisure, studying, working or casual business talks. In addition to the aromatic brews, customers can also choose among a range of cakes, sandwiches, or breads to keep their energy up throughout the day.

Address: No 205-3 South Wulumuqi Road, Xuhui district

Open: 10 am-7 pm

Reference price: 42 yuan per person

ideaPod reserved

Step into this cafe and you will be able to explore two worlds. The first floor features a lively and casual open space serving coffee, tea, and alcohol, while the second and third floors offer private zones and cabins tailored for conferences, brainstorming, working, or studying. The upper floors are charged by the hour and reservations are recommended.

Address: No 78 Huqiu Road, Huangpu district

Open: 9 am-8 pm

Reference price: 51 yuan per person

Tsutaya Bookstore (MOHO)

This bookstore features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows facing the historic (stone-gate) buildings. Visitors can order coffee, bask in the sunshine, and enjoy the view, which is sure to brighten your mood.

Address: No 699 Jiangning Road, Jing'an district

Open: 10 am-10 pm

Reference price: 66 yuan per person

Source: Dazhong Dianping