Lello
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Watch out, dear 6th arrondissement, the 3rd is peeking in... Just a stone's throw from the Esplanade du Dauphiné, Lello restaurant cooks with a clear and simple motto: “la vita è troppo corta per mangiare male” (“life is too short to eat poorly”). And who could argue with that? It goes without saying that the ingredients they serve are of top-notch quality. When it comes to the dishes, the Sardinian chef decides based on what's fresh and available. To assist him, he's teamed up with the best Italian producers—from truffle experts to wine growers, and even pasta makers. A feast is guaranteed!
231 rue Paul Bert - Lyon 3e
Monday to Wednesday from 11:45 AM to 2:00 PM // Thursday and Friday from 11:45 AM to 2:00 PM and 7:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Phone: 09.72.55.38.74
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Carmelo
Located in Lyon since the beginning of 2020, Carmelo is none other than the first Lyon restaurant from the Big Mamma group. Naturally, the decor is incredible, the dishes are prepared with finely sourced ingredients from all corners of Italy, and the entire team is Italian, speaking with that beautiful, melodic accent. It's a total immersion in the land of great food and amazing cocktails, all at an unbeatable price-quality ratio!
7 rue Neuve - Lyon 1er
Open every day for lunch and dinner
Phone: 04 78 72 02 95
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Casa Nobile
On the charming Place de l'Hôpital, La Casa Nobile brings a slice of Sicily right to the heart of Lyon. Authentic and traditional, the restaurant's decor sets the stage for delightful dishes filled with the sweet aroma of Italy. On the menu: shareable mozzarella platters and many typical dishes like vitello with Mediterranean vegetables and spaghetti with vongole. You get your money's worth, and you'll leave with a full belly thanks to the generous portions. And oh, what a joy it is to strut around this lovely terrace…
3 Place de l’Hôpital - Lyon 2e
Monday to Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM and from 7:30 PM to 10 PM
Tel.: 04.78.03.02.54
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La Scala Siciliana
Head over to the 3rd district and discover the lovely family story behind La Scala Siciliana. With the prestigious "Ospitalita Italiana" award under their belt, this restaurant run by two super friendly Sicilian brothers serves up traditional dishes from their beautiful island. Indulge in delicious charcuterie plates, wonderfully generous salads, creamy truffle pappardelle, and Sicilian meatballs…and oh, the menu is packed with culinary delights that are a treat for our French taste buds. While we absolutely love everything, a special mention goes to the pizzas and the homemade tiramisu, which are simply heavenly. To top it off, there's a charming little terrace on a nice, quiet street.
3 rue Commandant Dubois - Lyon 3e
Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner
Tel.: 04.26.00.09.35
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Casareccio
Spread over two floors, the Casareccio trattoria is one of the most popular spots in the 6th arrondissement. Over the years, it has become a must-visit, offering classic dishes with an enormous selection of pasta and wood-fired pizzas, along with many local specialties like osso bucco and Milanese schnitzel. And of course, everything is fresh, homemade, and absolutely delicious!
90 rue Duguesclin - Lyon 6th
Open Monday to Saturday, lunch and dinner
Phone: 04.78.94.39.18
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Toto Li Vigni
Once a star of Italian football, chef Toto Li Vigni made Lyon his home over 30 years ago and has since become a shining ambassador of Italian cuisine in the capital of Gaul. When it comes to Italian cooking, this chef knows his stuff with authentic and typical dishes, and his pizza dough has gained fame thanks to a clever blend of 7 different flours. At Toto’s, every dish on the menu is worth a visit, just ask Annibale Fracasso di Torrepaduli, the Secretary General of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Lyon!
50 cours du Docteur Long - Lyon 3e
From Tuesday to Saturday, lunch and dinner
Phone: 04 78 42 19 24
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Antonio e Marco
At Antonio & Marco, you’ll find all the treasures of Italy: panozzos, antipasti, arancinis, and Sicilian cannoli made with products directly imported from Italy. Don’t forget the Neapolitan pizzas, featuring homemade dough made with their own sourdough (72-hour fermentation) and organic flour. Besides the delicious flavors, the experience is a total delight in the dining area with a 100% Italian staff and a vibrant atmosphere from dawn till dusk. In short, it’s the true, beautiful Italian energy in all its glory!
Antonio & Marco Morreale
19 rue Thomassin - Lyon 2e
Tel.: 04 78 79 77 61
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Neroliva
We’re in the paradise of Italian food, so why change neighborhoods? Still in the 6th, the restaurant Neroliva has specialized in recipes from the south of Italy. In the kitchen, Chef Pippo (from Puglia) cooks up a whole bunch of delicious dishes, including the must-try pastas and pizzas, as well as specialties from his region like parmigiana di Melanzane and gnocchis alla sorrentina. With such unmatched expertise, this place has been certified "Ospitalità Italiana" for several years.
13 rue Juliette Récamier - Lyon 6e
Tuesday to Friday from 12 PM to 2 PM and from 7:15 PM to 10 PM // Monday lunch and Saturday evening
Phone: 04.78.52.18.47
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Chez Carlo
Stepping into Chez Carlo is like taking a big bite out of Lyon's Italian history! In 1958, Lyon welcomed its very first pizzeria: Chez Carlo. Over 60 years later, this spot is still a shining star on the Presqu’île and rue Palais Grillet, enveloped in a sweet transalpine atmosphere with authentic décor and a majestic mythological fresco. If Chez Carlo is one of the best Italian restaurants in Lyon, offering delicious antipasti, homemade pasta, and risotto in all sorts of styles, it also features specialties like osso buco in a pizza dough crust and Milanese veal cutlet with tomato pasta. Plus, it serves some of the most mouthwatering pizzas in town! It's truly a little Italian paradise in the Presqu'île that continues to delight even the most discerning taste buds.
Chez Carlo
22 rue Palais Grillet - Lyon 2e
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