The key for me was finding the place in my house that suited me best. Turned out it was the kitchen table. Nearest everything I needed and plenty of space. No music or other chatter. The busyish sidewalks make a din of pedestrian voices, not listenable individuals.
The starbucks concept doesn't work for me due to the volume and distraction. Too many interesting things to look at.
I like a little noise, as long as I can't hear an individual conversation.
I hear ya! I've never been a Starbucks guy for that reason. They're normally too busy for me. But I have friends who thrive working there. Even when there's literally no elbow space!
Then again, it would offer plenty of material to blog about. Maybe I'll go there just to take notes.