As valentine’s Day we thought it would be a good idea to present our selection of the most romantic restaurants in the capital of Gaul. Panoramic views over the city, hushed ambiences or duo tasting menus for intimate tête-à-têtes, here are our top 8 most romantic restaurants in Lyon.
1. Burgundy By Matthieu
On the quays of Saint-Antoine, Burgundy by Matthieu offers delicious gourmet cuisine in an old house with contemporary decor. Intimate, the venue lends itself perfectly to romantic evenings for two, with an exceptional wine list.
📍 24 Quai Saint-Antoine, Lyon 2e
2. Restaurant la Sommelière
In a modern setting a stone’s throw from Saint-Jean Cathedral, La Sommelière offers ultra-refined French cuisine concocted by a Japanese chef. With unbeatable value for money for a Michelin-starred gourmet, La Sommelière is the perfect place for a romantic evening for two without breaking the bank.
📍 6 rue Mourguet, Lyon 5e
3. Les Terrasses de Lyon
A Michelin-starred restaurant in Vieux-Lyon, Les Terrasses is best known for the magnificent setting it offers its customers. Nestled in the La Villa Florentine hotel, the venue has the advantage of breathtaking panoramic views as well as a sumptuous glass roof. A setting that will undoubtedly impress her…
📍 25 Montée Saint-Barthélémy, Lyon 5e
4. The floor
While the Place des Terreaux can sometimes be synonymous with fast food and tourist attractions, L’étage offers just the opposite. An intimate restaurant on the 2nd floor of a century-old building, the venue is undeniably the perfect spot for your romantic getaways. What’s more, the gourmet menus are fixed-price, so there are no surprises at the end of the meal.
📍 4 Pl. des Terreaux, Lyon 1er
5. February 14th
As its name suggests, February 14th is the perfect date for romantic evenings. Located on rue du Bœuf, in the heart of old Lyon, the venue offers modern French cuisine in a quiet, intimate setting.
6. La Table d’Ambre
Between tradition and modernity, La Table d’Ambre is Chef Florent Gilibert’s Tribute to his daughter: a unique place where you can enjoy tasty market cuisine at affordable prices in a most elegant setting. All on the peninsula. What more could you ask for?
📍 46 Rue Franklin, Lyon 2e
7. Cercle Rouge
In an ultra-cozy setting, Cercle Rouge embodies contemporary fusion cuisine right in the center of Lyon, on rue de l’Arbre Sec. The place is cute as can be, the menus are affordable and, above all, the food is delicious. A flawless date!
8. Antolio
It’s impossible to finish this ranking without including at least one Italian restaurant. On the Quai de la Pêcherie, Antolio takes us on a veritable voyage of Italian flavors, with mouth-watering burrata focaccia, homemade foie gras and truffle-flavored ham. A delicious treat at a very low price!
📍 13 Quai de la Pêcherie, Lyon 1er