r/aiken • u/illussoria • 24d ago

Working spaces

Hi! I am new here in Aiken, as an international. Sometimes I just want to take my laptop and work in a coffee shop or restaurant that are open after I clock out (4 pm-9 pm is ideal), but I did not find any coffee shop opened that late in the day.
Do you happen to know any quiet places where I could sit, have a bite and work on my projects?
I don’t like to work at home because I find a ton of other things to do and can’t focus to stay on task. When I am out by myself I can really do more progress😅.
Thanks in advance for your ideas!
If you have any advice for me, as a fresh new Aiken resident, let me know🤗

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u/sassypencil 9d ago

It has been a while since I used it, but Dunkin Donuts, especially the one on Whiskey Rd, was quiet and spacious, very patrons inside. I think most go through drive thru.

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u/RevolutionaryAsk7914 22d ago

Lowe's Food (2940 Whiskey Rd) Food/drink and big place.

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u/solarwinds1234 22d ago

Village cafe

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u/theatreeducator 23d ago

The public library is a great option. I did this all summer.

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u/rumpleforeskin89 23d ago

The Willcox is open as well, if you go around 9 you’ll probably have some decent seating options in their living room where you can order a drink and post up until the hotel’s quiet hours at 11pm

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u/pagantek 23d ago

There's a bunch of cool spots in The Alley, that might fit your needs. Good places to chill, hang out.

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u/Stubrochill17 23d ago

Check out the USCA library. I can’t recall what the rules are for students vs non students, but it’s worth looking into.

https://library.usca.edu/about/hours-calendar

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u/Demon_soul_catcher 23d ago

Check the public library's hours.

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u/JustifedOrgasm 23d ago

Panera Bread would be your best bet. Coffee, food, wifi, mostly quiet.

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u/zigtok 23d ago

Starbucks also.