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1. Brasserie Georges 1836
Heralded as a home for French gastronomy since 1836, Barsserie Georges offers a unique dining experience where you may feel like you've been transported...
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- Nile Expert Tip: This is Lyon's most iconic brasserie! Visit for the grand splendor of the interior and the extensive...
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2. Café du Soleil
- Café du Soleil is situated on the historic Rue Saint George in a quieter area of the UNESCO World Heritage zone. Having resided on the premises... read more
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3. Chez Mounier
- This Lyonnaise restaurant will soon reach its centenary. The secret of its long existence is simply its authenticity. The décor may be sober, but... read more
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4. Caro de Lyon (Le)
- Located on the historically significant Rue Du Bât-d'Argent - just off the bustling Rue de la République - restaurant Caro de Lyon has made a name... read more
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5. Le Victoria Hall
- Housed in a magnificent mansion that boasts a Neo-Gothic facade, entering Le Victoria Hall sushi restaurant and lounge bar is akin to walking into... read more
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7. Sambahia (Le)
- This is the oldest Brazilian restaurant in Lyon. It is an original and relaxing place and a warm atmosphere is guaranteed all year round, especially... read more
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9. Maison Villemanzy (La)
- The Maison Villemanzy restaurant is situated on the slope of the Croix-Rousse and offers a unique view of the city. Warning: you absolutely... read more
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10. Le Quai des Arts
- Located at Quai Saint Vincent - a beautiful location along the banks of the River Soane - Le Quai des Arts is an upscale creative arts space, which... read more
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Heralded as the gastronomic capital of France, Lyon really is a special place when it comes to choosing where to dazzle your taste buds! Famous for the Lyonnaise ‘bouchon’ - which serve traditional Lyonnaise dishes amidst intimate surrounding – the city also showcases the delights of France’s top chefs in a number of world renowned restaurants. In addition to traditional cuisine, Lyon benefits from an infusion of international influences; from North African to Vietnamese cuisine, Lyon’s ever increasing diversity is well expressed in the city’s restaurants.
If you’re looking for traditional, hearty Lyonnaise food, the ‘bouchon’ is the places to go. These restaurants generally offer reasonably priced menus in a home style atmosphere. Chez Mounier and Café du Soleil are good ‘bouchon’ choices. Both of these restaurants offer great food in a typical ‘bouchon’ atmosphere. But be warned that there are hundreds of restaurants in Lyon carrying the ‘bouchon’ name, but sometimes the title is just there to attract tourist custom. For a ‘bouchon’ that you can rely on as being authentic; look for a sign saying: ‘Authentique Bouchon Lyonnais’. These restaurants have been certified as authentic and there are only about twenty of them in Lyon.
Cranking it up a notch, Lyon’s bigwig restaurants are the places to go for Michelin stared cuisine. These restaurants may be expensive, but if you’re a foodie - or simply someone who wants to see what all the hype is about - you shouldn’t miss sampling the cuisine offered at the haunts of internationally acclaimed chefs Paul Bocuse (Auberge du Pont de Collonges) and Pierre Orsi. La Terrasses de Lyon is another great choice for Michelin stared cuisine, located amidst stunning surroundings on Fourvière hill, the restaurant’s terrace is one of the most romantic in Lyon!
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