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If you work from home or travel for business, you know the importance of reliable Wi-Fi outside the confines of the office. It's a chance to see people, have a coffee, and often times, eat a breakfast and/or lunch. Step away from the desk and try one of these Wi-Fi-capable cafes today.
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13 Charleston Coffee Shops With Free Wi-Fi
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Muddy Waters Coffee Bar
Located on James Island, Muddy Waters is a quirky little coffee bar full of art and caffeine. The Wi-Fi — and parking — are plenty. The cafe stocks bagels and pastries if hunger strikes.
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Mercantile And Mash
In addition to expertly prepared espresso drinks by coffee master Michael Mai, Mercantile offers free Wi-Fi, plentiful seating, and a full breakfast and lunch menu — what's not to love. Oh, and parking. Sold.
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Bakehouse Bakery Cafe
For a meeting near East Bay Street, Bakehouse Bakery offers free Wi-Fi in a comfortable setting with access to an abundance of sweet treats (not to mention espresso drinks). Grab a giant chocolate chip cookie or fleur de sel brownie while working.
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City Lights Coffee
City Lights is an arty hangout tucked away on Market Street with cozy seating. The shop has most any espresso drink or flavored syrups anyone could want — and free Wi-Fi.
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Second State Coffee
Sunlight-filled caffeine emporium Second State Coffee (formerly known as Black Tap Coffee) is the spot to get creative lattes, kick-ass pour-over brew, and a croissant. With plentiful Wi-Fi, it is also the meeting spot for creatives and neighborhood friends to chat about the day or upcoming projects.
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The Rise
The Rise attracts those in search of a perfect cortado and easy internet access. This coffee shop also offers seasonal flavors like a summer citrus cold brew with hints of orange and basil or rosemary lattes in colder weather.
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Caviar & Bananas
George Street's Caviar & Bananas offers whatever customers may need for the work day — coffee, bagels, kale salad, wine, and more. This all-in-one stop also boasts a reliable internet connection.
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Tricera Coffee
Saffron lattes, dinosaurs, and Wi-Fi — what else is there? Stop by Tricera Coffee for an eclectic (and hopefully productive) morning.
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Brown's Court Bakery
Brown's Court didn't necessarily set out to be a coffee shop, but the inviting aroma of baked goods is just too good not to linger in the store for a cup o' joe. Stop in for a mocha, grab a cookie or Sriracha croissant, and bring the laptop if there's work to be done.
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The Park Cafe
Wagener Terrace eatery The Park Cafe not only features one of the most sought-after egg sandwiches around, but it also offers access to the internet. If work requires something more substantial than the normal coffee shop fare, stop by this sunny space for a full menu of breakfast/lunch choices, along with coffee classics and cold brew creations.
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The Harbinger
Cafe/bakery The Harbinger brings pastries, coffee, light lunches, and happy hour drinks in a cozy setting. The new space is quickly becoming a favorite with Instagrammers on the upper peninsula — good thing there's Wi-Fi.
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The Orange Spot Coffeehouse
A savior for Park Circle Wi-Fi-seekers, The Orange Spot Coffeehouse supplies caffeine and internet to North Charleston patrons. The setting is a cozy little white house with outdoor seating. Try the Cha Yen, a Thai iced tea. The cafe also carries WildFlour pastries, oatmeal, yogurt, and a few savory items.
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Vintage Coffee Cafe
Vintage Coffee Cafe offers caffeine, eats, and Wi-Fi to the Mount Pleasant set. The kitchen puts out sophisticated breakfast items, like seasonal quiches, oven-roasted tomato tarts, acai bowls, and lox plates, among others.
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