LyonRestaurants

Bouchon restaurants in Lyon

  1. A

    Café des Fédérations

    Black-and-white photos of old Lyon speckle the wood-panelled walls at this treasure of a bouchon where nothing has changed for decades – including the heaping portions, the warm service and the convivial atmosphere among diners (and, yes, the Turkish toilet. No matter, this is bouchon dining at its best).

    reviewed

  2. B

    Chez Paul

    Self-taught Lyonnaise mère, Josiane, takes pride that 'people come to eat as if at home or at their parents' house', and specialises in a creamier-than-usual tablier de sapeur (breaded, fried tripe) at this iconic bouchon.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Chez Georges

    This respected bouchon's decor of lace curtains and sepia-toned lighting retains an intimate ambience. The lunch menus and à la carte dinner choices are likewise tried-and-true to local traditions.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Comptoir-Restaurant des Deux Places

    Red-and-white-checked curtains, an antique-crammed interior and handwritten menu contribute to the overwhelmingly traditional neighbourhood feel here. Its quiet pavement terrace beneath trees is idyllic.

    reviewed

  5. E

    La Mère Jean

    Its windows plastered with guidebook plaudits, this thimble-sized bouchon dates back to 1923 and rewards booking ahead for its meat-loaded menu.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Chez Hugon

    The original 1937 interior is a real blast from the past at Madame Hugon's place, once of the busiest in the city due to its loyal regulars.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Aux Trois Maries

    Opening to a table-filled square, with a wider-than-usual range of seafood.

    reviewed

  8. H

    Le Tire Bouchon

    Tucked behind a wine-coloured facade.

    reviewed