Brooklyn Donuts Chermside

Brooklyn Donuts Chermside is a donut shop in Chermside, Queensland, and it's the kind of place regulars make a habit of. One local says that every trip to Chermside includes a stop here, because the donuts are unlike anything else around the area.

The range is wide enough that choosing is half the fun. People rave about the generous fillings, with the Ube, the Nutella and a red velvet cheesecake option all getting a mention, and a cheesecake donut keeps popping up in conversation. They also do gluten-free and vegan options, which makes life easier when you're buying for a mixed group.

The drinks are a bigger part of the story than you might expect from a donut shop. The hot chocolate and mocha are a drawcard, and you can choose milk or a darker chocolate. One visitor called the espresso frappe the best they'd had, and there's decaf for anyone avoiding the caffeine. A small coffee is priced to be an easy add-on to a donut. Brownies and cheesecake round out the sweet side if donuts aren't your thing.

Catering is a real strength here. People have ordered boxes for kids' birthday parties and one couple used them for their wedding, saying it was a hit with the guests and easy to organise, gluten-free options included. You can eat in, take away, pick up in store or have it delivered, and there's a place to sit, though at busy times you may have to find a seat nearby. The car park and entrance are wheelchair accessible, and they take cards and mobile payments.

The staff get consistent praise for being friendly and happy to serve, and when one order went wrong, the owner sorted it out and left the customer impressed. Opinion on the dough is a little split, with one person finding it denser than they like, so it's worth trying one to see if it suits you.

Opening hours run into the evening, so check the hours before you head in if you're after a late dessert.