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This famous century-old Lyonnais bouchon was the canteen of the resistance fighter Jean Moulin

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Do you know who Jean Moulin was? He was a key figure of the Resistance in Lyon, and he used to hang out at one of the most famous "bouchons" in the city. Guess what? This place is still open today in the 1st district! It's called Le Garet, and there's even a plaque showing where Jean Moulin used to stand. How cool is that?

Step into Garet and be whisked away to a bygone era. The classic tiling and cozy red benches exude a nostalgic charm, where secrets whispered in every corner. This historic Lyon bouchon has been serving patrons since 1920, building a name for itself with its rich past. Situated at 7 rue du Garet in Lyon 1st, it was the clandestine meeting spot for the famous resistance hero Jean Moulin and his secretary Daniel Cordier. It was here that important alliances were forged and plans were made in the early days of 1942.
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Lyon cuisine is still standing strong

Even today, a commemorative plaque indicates the exact spot where Jean Moulin sat, on the right when entering, back to the wall, as he liked to better monitor the entrances and exits discreetly. But Le Garet is also and above all a matter of taste. Chef Emmanuel Ferra keeps the Lyonnais culinary tradition alive through six unbeatable dishes: the tablier de sapeur (breaded and fried tripe), the andouillette sausage cooked in white wine and mustard, the quenelle de brochet in a lyonnaise sauce, the meunière brains, the steak with shallots and the veal head in ravigote sauce. And if you come in a group, get ready for a unique sharing experience with the huge Lyonnais salad bowl, a symbol of the generosity of Garet's cuisine, where everyone can serve themselves as they please.

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But don't think that Le Garet only lives in the past. Every day, new suggestions refresh the menu, offering both regulars and newcomers bold culinary discoveries. You can find a magical salad of coco beans and pig snout, or an authentic sabodet made with pork tongue and cheeks. And to wash it all down, the wine list reflects the essence of the place: a perfect balance between tradition and originality, with a selection that will delight both fans of traditional wines and natural wine explorers.

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Come explore a quintessentially Lyonnais spot where the past and future of France come together in every mouthful. And the tradition lives on!


Le Garet
7 rue du Garet - Lyon 1st
Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner

Source: La Compagnie du Rognon

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