The Oldest Café in France: Le Café Comptoir Abel
.See this post on InstagramSee this post on InstagramFounded in 1726 in a small cobblestone alley in the Ainay district, Café Comptoir Abel is synonymous with tradition. With its checkered tablecloths and cozy atmosphere, Abel transports you to Old Lyon of old. Here, the quenelle and gratin de cardons reign supreme. It's a place where each bite tells a story and where time seems to have stopped for centuries.
25 rue Guynemer - Ly.2e
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Phone: 04 78 37 46 18
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The most Lyonnais: Le Garet.See this post on InstagramA must-visit for fans of authentic Lyonnaise cuisine. Le Garet, with its warm atmosphere and walls adorned with photos and posters, offers a dive into the Lyon of the 1950s. Not by chance was this address the hiding place of the resistance fighter Jean Moulin. Indulge in their cervelle de canut and chicken in vinegar, true Proustian madeleines for gourmets.
7 rue du Garet - Lyon 1st
Phone: 04 78 28 16 94
The ultimatMother Brazier
See this post on InstagramFounded in 1921 by Eugénie Brazier, Mère Brazier is an institution. The first restaurant to receive three Michelin stars, it is here that Paul Bocuse honed his skills. Discover an important part of French culinary history, within its walls full of stories and a refined cuisine that has evolved with the times.
12 rue Royale - Lyon 1st
Phone: 04 78 23 17 20
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The most theatrical: Brasserie Georges
See this post on InstagramSince 1836, Brasserie Georges has been impressing with its huge hall under an Art Deco vault. It is the perfect place to enjoy sauerkraut or a tarte flambée in a setting that has seen all of Lyon pass through. A touch of Alsace in the heart of Lyon, where history blows as strong as the wind in a boat's sails. An address that was honored in the Tasteatlas ranking of the 150 most legendary restaurants.
In the world.30 cours de Verdun Perrache - Lyon 2e
Phone: 04 72 56 54 54
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The most bourgeois: Léon de Lyon.
Voir cette publication sur InstagramLéon de Lyon is like the gourmet grandfather of the city. Since 1904, this restaurant has been delighting its visitors with a cuisine rich in flavors and history from Lyon. Its setting, where elegance and nostalgia mingle, is the stage for memorable meals.
1 rue Pleney - Lyon 1st
Phone: 04 72 10 11 12
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The craziest thing: The Young Girls of RochefortVoir cette publication sur InstagramA newcomer compared to the others, but quickly won the hearts of the people of Lyon with its atmosphere inspired by the eponymous film. This bistro, with a somewhat quirky guinguette feel, just steps from the Saône, offers simple and tasty cuisine in a decor that seems straight out of a 60s musical comedy.
31 rue René Leynaud - Lyon 1st
Phone: 04 72 00 07 06
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The most iconic: Paul BocuseVoir cette publication sur InstagramWhen you talk about the iconic restaurants of Lyon, you can't leave out Paul Bocuse, the French gastronomy guru. Located in Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or, his Michelin-starred restaurant is a true legend. A visit here feels like a pilgrimage into the heart of food, where every dish tells the tale of one man's love for cooking. This spot is coveted worldwide and arguably the most famous restaurant on the planet.
40 rue de la Plage - Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or
Phone: 04 72 42 90 90
WebsiteEvery entry on this top list is a slice of history, a place where time stands still to celebrate food and camaraderie. Lyon, with these eateries, shows once again that it's more than just a city; it's a gastronomic adventure, where each meal is a trip through time.
