Hello Brooklyn was Lyon's pioneering donut shop, making fresh homemade cake donuts daily since 2011. Located on Rue Childebert in the Cordeliers district, they were one of only two shops in France offering fresh-made donuts when they opened. Unfortunately, after 12 years of serving the community, they closed their donut operation in January 2023 due to rising costs and operational challenges. The space now continues as Brooklyn Fizz, an American grocery and sports merchandise shop.
A Lyon Donut Pioneer That Defined Freshness
Hello Brooklyn was a true pioneer in Lyon's dessert scene. For over a decade, they served the community with their signature fresh-made cake donuts, prepared daily in-house using their own recipes. What set them apart was their commitment to freshness and affordability - they refused to cut corners with frozen or pre-made products, even as costs rose. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with locals returning year after year to grab their morning donut fix.
The closure in 2023 marked the end of an era for many Lyon residents who had grown up with Hello Brooklyn's donuts. While the location continues as Brooklyn Fizz, the loss of their fresh donut operation left a gap in the neighborhood. Those who remember the place fondly speak of the simple joy of walking in and choosing from their daily selection of glazed, chocolate, or specialty donuts.
For food enthusiasts interested in Lyon's culinary evolution, Hello Brooklyn represents an important chapter in the city's artisanal dessert scene. Their dedication to quality over convenience set a standard that influenced the many donut shops that appeared across France in the years that followed.