You’ve got a big presentation due… and a big pile of laundry taunting you. We get it — working from home can be a mixed blessing. There are days when a change of scenery is a must if you’re going to get anything done. The good news? Research shows that tackling your tasks al fresco actually helps boost productivity.
Finding places to work outside in Greenville was at the top of our to-do list, so can we just say? Check.
Coffee and tea shops
Mountain Goat, 120 Shaw St.
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Closed Sunday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
Spend your workday at Mountain Goat and know that 100% of its profits support at risk-youth, so order a lot.
Due South Coffee Roasters, 1320 Hampton Ave. Ext., Ste. 4B
Tuesday-Friday 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Closed Monday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
Head over to Hampton Station and grab a cup (or six) of coffee. Plus, you can grab a taco from White Duck Taco Shop or a drink from Wandering Bard Meadery while you’re there.
Other Lands, 731 Rutherford Rd.
Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
You can absolutely tell your boss you’re working from a coffee shop because it will be true, but Other Lands also has beer, wine, and cocktails. We won’t tell if you won’t.
Bridge City Coffee, Multiple locations
Hours vary by location
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
Grab a cup-o-joe at this spot voted 2024 Roaster of the Year by Roast Magazine and get your creative juices flowing.
The Village Grind, 1258 Pendleton St.
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
If you love plants, good coffee, and a great spot to work outside, look no further.
Chestnut Coffee, Multiple locations
Hours vary
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
Get some shopping done while you’re working and sipping on a cup of coffee.
Restaurants and bars
Parlor Doughnuts, 1901 Laurens Rd., Ste. A and B
Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Closed Sunday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: No
Visit this specialty doughnut shop and get your work done surrounded by sweet treats, and there’s a good chance you’ll find City Editor Danielle working at the community table.
Gather GVL, 126 Augusta St.
Sunday-Wednesday 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Thursday-Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
With 13 different food and beverage spots to choose from, Gather GVL is a great place to work through lunch. Plus, you can hang out on select evenings and rock out to live music.
The Bellwether, 941 S. Main St.
Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Closed Monday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
If there’s a big game on during the work day, it’s likely you’ll be able to catch it at The Bellwether while you’re working.
Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Unit D
Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Closed Monday
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
Shoot some pool, grab a snack and a drink, and crush your work day at Southernside.
The Commons, 147 Welborn St., Ste. B1
Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
If you’re looking for a variety of places to sit, drinks to drink, and food to snack on, look no further than The Commons.
Lewis Barbecue, 214 Rutherford St.
Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
If you spend your work day at Lewis Barbecue, we can guarantee you won’t leave hungry. City Editor Stephanie here. If you haven’t already, you have to try the smoked turkey.
Paloma, 315 S. Main St. inside the AC Hotel
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-12 a.m., Sunday 3 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
WiFi: Yes (AC Hotel WiFi)
Covered: Yes
We know you’ve seen the swing seats, and we know you want to work from one. If those are taken, there are plenty of seats outdoors to work while you grab a mocktail and a bite to eat.
Nose Dive, 116 S. Main St.
Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially
Nose Dive is a great place to get some work done, enjoy lunch and people watch. Be sure to visit the statue of Il Porcellino while you’re there.
Between the Trees, 44 E. Camperdown Way inside Grand Bohemian Lodge
Daily 6:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Yes
In addition to getting your three-square meals a day at Between the Trees, you can also pop into the Grand Bohemian lobby, walk right onto the porch, and get your work done in a rocking chair overlooking the Reedy River. We’re saying this from experience.
Parks and public spaces
Falls Park, 601 S. Main St.
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: No
You know it, and you love it. There’s nothing quite like sitting by the waterfall and getting your work done.
Rock Quarry Garden, In Cleveland Park
Restrooms: No
Covered: No
Have you ever wanted to work in a fairy-wonderland? We can’t promise any real fairies, but the Rock Quarry Garden definitely gives off fairy-core vibes. It won’t even feel like you’re working.
Cleveland Park, Cleveland Park Drive + East Washington Street
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: No
If you need a break from the work grind, take a walk along the fitness trail and use one of the workout stations or get a round of tennis, volleyball, or softball.
McPherson Park, 120 E. Park Ave.
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: No
Spend your workday in the oldest park in the City of Greenville. You don’t have to tell your boss you played putt putt on the clock.
Unity Park, 320 S. Hudson St.
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: No
If you get bored while you’re working away at Unity Park, go play on the playground for a bit or enjoy some shade under a picnic structure.
What did we miss? If you know an outdoor spot that’s not on the list, let us know using this survey.
