Living at the Jersey Shore is great for those who have hybrid or remote work schedules. The Asbury Park area has tons of coastal cafes and open workspaces that provide wifi and a relaxed atmosphere for remote work. Calls can be taken while overlooking the ocean, in-person meetings can be held in the lobby of a chic hotel, and long work days can take place in coffee shops and food establishments with delicious fuel options. Getting out of a home office can help a mundane workday fly by and a change of scenery can assist creativity and productivity. Plus, if the weather permits, working in a beachside park or outdoors at a coffee shop by the sea is an option, which can elevate an entire workday routine. Read on for the best spots to work remotely in the Asbury Park area.
Asbury Park
The Art of the Bean + Leaf | 633 Cookman Avenue
The Art of Bean and Leaf’s funky and eclectic coffee and tea shop on Cookman Avenue is guaranteed to elevate a remote working experience. The shop — which is decorated with vibrant, local artwork, old fixtures, modern tables and chairs, and plants — provides a wonderful atmosphere to get creative juices flowing and tackle to-do lists. Visitors can cozy up with a chai latte, answer a few emails, nosh on a bagel with homemade veggie cream cheese, and power through the workday.
Asbury Park Roastery | 803 Second Avenue + 1300 Ocean Avenue
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Asbury Park Roastery has freshly roasted coffee, baked goods, and plenty of seating for remote working. The Roastery’s selection of bagels, croissants, and donuts is perfect for a morning or lunch pick-me-up and its local, top-tier cold brew can get anyone through a mid-day slump. Plus, there are two different locations to work from: 803 Second Avenue and 1300 Ocean Avenue inside of Convention Hall on the boardwalk. Check out the Asbury Park Roastery Instagram account for updates about its seasonal hours.
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The Asbury Hotel | 210 5th Avenue
The Asbury Hotel lobby is a spacious and vibrant place to work remotely and it is conveniently located a block away from the beach and boardwalk. With various seating options — sunken couches, small bistro tables, long tables, or elevated risers — the lobby is a great place to work solo, meet up with clients, or work alongside other remote friends. Guest wifi and electric outlets for charging are available for visitors working on-site. The Asbury is a pet-friendly hotel and dogs are welcome to join owners in the lobby while working. The Counter is The Asbury Hotel’s lobby stop for coffee, paninis, wraps, pancakes, and more. The Counter’s kitchen hours are 7AM to 11PM but it’s Grab-N-Go fridge is open 24/7, if needed.
Booskerdoo | 1321 Memorial Drive
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A coffee roastery and bake shop with Wi-Fi, what more does one need? Booskerdoo’s flagship location is located on Memorial Drive in Asbury Park. Outdoor seating is available for when the warm weather comes. Plus, those who follow a non-dairy or vegan diet can enjoy safe food and drink options, such as a vegan egg and cheese sandwich.
Cameo Love Market | 1213 Main Street
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Cameo Love Market is a whimsical, old-school Mediterranean market and bistro built within the walls of an old speakeasy. This hidden gem in AP features farm fresh and locally sourced grab-and-go goodies plus seasonal produce. For remote working fuel, coffees, teas, tinctures, elixirs, kombucha, and Italian espresso are available, plus sandwiches, salads, and fresh bread.
Steady Hand Collective Seasonal Pop-Up Coffee Shop | 1114 Main Street
Steady Hand Collective is hosting a pop-up coffee shop experience inside R Bar on Main Street in Asbury Park for the Winter 2024 season. Visitors can find Steady Hand Collective and its indoor seating area by entering R Bar on the main floor through the south corner entrance of the building. The pop-up cafe is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8AM to 3PM and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays — so plan this remote work outing accordingly. Hot and iced lattes can be ordered for pick-up onsite ahead of time via Steady Hand Collective’s website.
Belmar
Coffee Surf Co | 803 Ocean Avenue
It’s impossible to find a better place to work remotely than right across the street from the beach. With surf punk vibes and cold brew on tap, remote workers will enjoy their work day here. Outdoor picnic area seating is available during the warmer months. PS — Coffee Surf Co. is located inside the Playa Bowls, so customers can also pick up an acai bowl or smoothie during their work sesh.
Turnstile Coffee Roasters | 1607 NJ-71
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Turnstile Coffee Roasters in Belmar is a rustic-chic coffee shop featuring beans roasted on-site, espresso drinks, and cold brew on tap. Mobile ordering from the Turnstile Coffee Roasters App is available for quick and convenient service on-site. Sometimes a work day calls for a nitro cold brew, a slice of avocado toast, and a comfortable working environment that isn’t your home living space. Turnstile Coffee Roasters has a delicious selection of coffee options, plus indoor and outdoor patio seating. Turnstile is open seven days a week: Weekdays from 7AM to 3PM and weekends from 7AM to 12PM.
Bradley Beach
The Perfect Perk Cafe | 300 Main Street
The Perfect Perk Cafe is a modern cafe for coffee, cakes, and croissants located on Main Street in Bradley Beach. Visitors can grab a table or booth inside or an outdoor patio spot. Seasonal drink specials, yogurt parfaits, doughnuts, and a full line of plant-based specialty coffees and beverages are available for purchase. The Perfect Perk Cafe is open Sunday through Thursday from 7AM to 5PM and Friday and Saturday from 7AM to 7PM.
Paired | 710 Main Street
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Paired is a quaint, locally curated food and drinks café serving up coffee, lattes, espressos, teas, and baked goods, with a market featuring food accessories and artisanal gifts. From specialty handcrafted barista beverages — like a chocolate chip caramel oat latte — to refreshing lemonade drinks and pressed juices, customers will satisfy any beverage craving and have plenty of fun options to choose from if in need of a work incentive drink treat. The zen atmosphere is a calming atmosphere for remote work. Follow @pairednj on Instagram to keep up with the seasonal hours.
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Holmdel
Bell Works | 101 Crawfords Corner Road
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Remote workers looking for a change of scenery need to grab their laptops and run to Bellworks. Bellworks is a one-of-a-kind business, technology, retail, and entertainment hub that houses business offices, stores, fitness centers, food establishments, a library, a convenience store, and a daycare center and offers plenty of open, seated areas to work remotely and/or meet with co-workers or clients. During the week, visitors may come across craft vendors, farmer markets, art shows, or live music. The outdoor space has a patio and bar which hosts events throughout the year. Bellworks is open to the public seven days a week from 6AM to 12AM.
Ocean Grove
Odyssey Coffee | 50 Main Avenue
Odyssey Coffee on Main Avenue in Ocean Grove is an excellent coffee shop spot to set up a laptop and be productive on remote tasks. It’s tiny, calm, and simply decorated. Odyssey has both indoor and outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, and a standard menu featuring coffee, teas, lattes, and a small collection of baked goods. Odyssey Coffee is located two blocks from the beach and has free parking available on Main Avenue and the surrounding neighborhood streets.
