In 1934, the gastronome Curnonsky declared Lyon the capital of gastronomy.
Quenelle, Cervelle de Canut, Tablier de Sapeur, Coussin de Lyon, Volaille Demi-Deuil, Tarte à la Praline – so many exotic names to excite your imagination and taste buds!
Explore the authentic flavours of cuisine lyonnaise: the only difficulty is choosing a restaurant!
La Mère Brazier **
La Mère Brazier was founded in 1921 by Eugénie Brazier, one of the most famous “Mères Lyonnaises” (Lyon’s legendary female chefs). Politicians and...
Le Café du Peintre
With its attractive terrace opening out onto Avenue des Brotteaux, this warm and friendly establishment is well worth a visit and has acquired both a...
Les Fines Gueules
Enjoy mouth-watering "home-made" Lyonnais and traditional cuisine in the picturesque setting of Old Lyon. Fresh fish and wine by the glass.
Café Terroir
This unique restaurant has a selection of local products sourced from all over the region.
Café Epicerie Les Loges
The menu at this top of the range bistro has been prepared by Anthony Bonnet, combining freshness, originality and the skilful use of spices, aromatic...
Le Bistrot d'Abel
Faithful to its parent establishment, Café-Comptoir Abel, the Bistrot d’Abel opens its doors in the greatest tradition of Lyon cuisine.
Le Poêlon d'or
In an authentic, hundred-year-old setting, the team at Le Poêlon d'Or will introduce you to Lyon's traditional specialities.
Chez Grand-Mère
The Chez Grand-Mère restaurant proposes traditional family cooking in a friendly, authentic setting.
La Meunière
This bouchon Lyonnais taken over by Olivier Canal and Franck Delhoum mainly serves the great classics that are typical of cuisine in the Lyon area!...
Les Culottes Longues
At Culottes Longues, not far from place Bellecour, David offers diners his own vision of cuisine: generously-served, traditional dishes just like...
La Mère Léa
If you want to taste the real cuisine of Lyon, with quality food made in the traditional way, you need look no further than this local institution.
Le Vivarais
This restaurant is delighted to welcome you in a warm and friendly setting. The chef proposes constantly changing traditional and Lyonnais seasonal...
La Tête de Lard
The restaurant invites you to discover its Lyonnais specialities. You’ll instantly relax in this authentic setting, ready to enjoy a delicious meal in...
Brasserie Georges
Founded in 1836 by a brewer and emigrant from Alsace, Brasserie Georges ("La Georges" to locals) is still one of Lyon’s indispensable gastronomical...
Giraudet Les Halles
Do you remember eating semolina pudding at school? In France, quenelles sometimes bring back similar memories. However, these authentic, flavoursome...
Auguste Le Bistrot
The restaurant proposes traditional Lyonnais cooking and invites you to take a trip into the fascinating world of the Lumière Brothers.
Daniel et Denise Croix-Rousse
The Chef Joseph Viola, voted Best Craftsman of France, with his 3rd restaurant in the Croix-Rousse district, weaves his magic to produce a demanding...
Le Comptoir de Léa
Just a stone's throw from Place Bellecour, Le Café Comptoir offers delicious local cuisine in a unique setting. Featuring a magnificent period...