Hidden gems - French restaurants in Lyon, France not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: French restaurants in Lyon

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Lyon. This list contains 7 places from French restaurant category.

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Nesting Kafé

Restaurant

👍👍 Super accueil Merci énormément

4.90 (20 reviews) (~1.59 km from centre)

Carpe Diem

French restaurant

👍👍 Take the time to savor each mouthful of this exceptional dish that is calf's head (the best in France), followed by a rum baba of unequaled finesse. Let yourself be lulled by the history of this family and the gentle welcome of the owner, Thank you for this incredible experience which proves that th...

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4.80 (110 reviews) (~1.07 km from centre)

Julie et Caroline

Restaurant

👍👍 We had pike fish quenelles, escargot and pork. Loved the pork, so delicious! Service is friendly. Note: Opposite shop Chez Mr. Paul sells really nice figs stuffed with foei gras!

4.80 (63 reviews) (~1.56 km from centre)

1 BRIN 2 DOUCEUR

Sandwich shop

👍👍 I would give a 10 stars if i could, this is such a lovely and delicious place. The person who attends is really lovely and kind. The croissant, the quiche and the baguette we ate were amazing.

4.80 (46 reviews) (~1.36 km from centre)

Restaurant Les Loges - Chef Anthony Bonnet

Haute French restaurant

👍👍 What to start with.... The place... quite magical in the atmosphere of these old stones! The welcome... Macaron is great on the purr side 🤣😝 The service... a super professional and relaxed team at the same time, a special mention for the food and wine pairing where everything is just right! Bravo...

4.70 (55 reviews) (~0.72 km from centre)

OAÏ Resto Bar

French restaurant

👍👍 Pas de chichi ! On vous accueille avec le sourire sur une des terrasses les plus cosy du quartier (y a aussi une salle dans le caveau), les plats sont simples, différents, et bons. L'addition est correcte. Tout est annoncé à l'entrée, on ne peut pas se tromper!

4.60 (121 reviews) (~0.53 km from centre)

Le Wagon Bar

French restaurant

👍👍 Excellent experience both on the plate and in the cheerful and attentive service! The dishes are refined and beautifully presented, the wine 🍷 goes well with it, the decoration is careful and soft music accompanies us as we explore Lyon at night. It’s a real restaurant… that runs smoothly! Thank yo...

4.50 (47 reviews) (~0.15 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: French restaurants in Lyon, France