It was a beloved spot for coffee lovers and gourmet brunch enthusiasts right in the heart of the Presqu'île. But for the past few weeks, as confirmed by Actu Lyon, the window of Les Cafetiers is covered with "for lease" signs, a sign of a sudden end for this coffee shop that had charmed Lyonnais since 2016. After closing its doors at the end of last year, the establishment was officially placed in judicial liquidation in January, leaving its owner distraught and its regulars orphaned from their hangout.
The story could have been different. When he took over Les Cafetiers in January 2023, the new owner was confident. The year kicked off with great energy and the business seemed to be thriving. But 2024 changed everything. With a decline in downtown foot traffic, a met&.eacute;o capricieuse, endless construction work, and the removal of many parking spaces have weighed down the revenue. Result: a loss of 100,000 euros over the year and an inability to cover an exorbitant rent of 4,800 euros per month. A financial equation that has become unsustainable, leading to a fatal outcome.
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The Closure of One of Lyon's Most Famous Tea Shops
What makes the situation even more bitter is how the closure unfolded. Just when a buyer was about to purchase the coffee shop, allowing the owner to settle his debts with the landlord, everything changed in December. One morning, the police, bailiffs, and a locksmith showed up for an eviction without notice. « I wasn't given any time », he shares with Actu Lyon, stunned by the brutality of the process.
Caught off guard, he didn't even get the chance to announce the closure to the loyal customers of Les Cafetiers. On social media, many have wondered about this sudden disappearance. Now, the lingering question is who will take over this 70 m² space, perfectly located in the heart of Lyon. A chapter closes for Les Cafetiers, but perhaps a new story will soon be written within these walls…
Source : Actu Lyon