Hot take: The quiet cafes in my Budapest neighborhood are becoming weekday offices

Lately, every morning spot I visit is packed with remote workers on laptops, changing the whole vibe from local hangout to shared workspace. It's great for connectivity, but I'm curious if this gentrification of casual spaces is a net positive for communities we temporarily join. How do you balance supporting local businesses with not overtaking their original customer base?

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the_felix1h ago

Okay, but let's not panic over cafes becoming busy during the day. They're businesses after all, and having a steady stream of laptop warriors probably beats empty tables. Communities aren't static, and this might just be the new normal for neighborhood spots.