Lyon, capital of gastronomy. That’s what we call it, and with good reason: Lyon knows how to eat well. Bouchons are the typical restaurants of the city that are part of its reputation. Typical, hearty and tasty dishes! Pike quenelle, brioche sausage, mâchon… Eating in a bouchon is a whole new experience, and we’ve put together 5 must-visit addresses for you to discover !
1. Our house, just like home
If you want to feel at home, this is the place to go. In a little street in Vieux-Lyon, Our home is a typically atypical cork that won’t leave you speechless. The service is funny, welcoming and full of good humor, making you feel at ease right away. The dishes are good and hearty, generous like our grandparents’ cooking. We recommend that you try this delightful cork, which is sure to leave a lasting impression!
📍 2 Rue de Gadagne, Lyon 5
💸 Menu at €33
2. Chez Chabert, the convivial bouchon
Here, it’s the good old-fashioned way! If you’re looking for a convivial moment, don’t hesitate to take a look around Chez Chabert ! You’ll sit at long tables and pass salad bowls to your neighbors! Yes, here we all eat together, just like at home. You choose your dish, but when it comes to starters and desserts, it’s all up to you! It’s very hearty and very good. It’s undoubtedly one of our favorites on the list.
📍 13 / 14 Quai Romain Rolland, Lyon 5
💸 Menu at €28
3. Le Café du Peintre, the family bouchon
Visit Café du Peintre it’s a family affair. Chef Florence Périer has always been brought up to love good food and good products, and it shows in her restaurant! The menu is short and appetizing, offering a glimpse of typical dishes revisited in its own sauce (which is poured abundantly!). The atmosphere is relaxed and no-fuss, a bit like home, but even more convivial!
📍 50 boulevard des Brotteaux, Lyon 6
💸 Menu du Jour at €25
4. Tupin stopper, the most elegant
If you’re looking for a safe bet that lets you rediscover traditional Lyonnais dishes, you’ve come to the right place Tupin cork to come. The setting is splendid and so is the menu. Short and to the point, it makes you want to test everything! The plates are carefully presented, for refined dishes without being pompous! The kind of generous, family-style cooking we love, with a touch of elegance and care. Bouchon Tupin is a faultless product.
📍 30 Rue Tupin, Lyon 2
💸 Menu des canuts (starter+main course+cheese or dessert) : 30€
5. The Museum, the guided tour stopper
If there’s one restaurant that defines the word “bouchon”, it’s this one. Conviviality, proximity, generosity, animation are the key words of the Museum. Here, you can laugh out loud, chat to your neighbors, relax and be in a good mood. The food is excellent, and if you feel like it, you can even let the chef explain the history of the traboule just behind the restaurant…
📍 2 rue des Forces, Lyon 5
💸 Allow around €30 per person