Amuse bouche - tomato soup Foie gras…read moreLyonnaise salad Supreme chicken Quenelle Wonderful foie and salad. First time trying the quenelle which was interesting texture wise. Sauce for the quenelle was good. Also our first time trying the famous pralines in a tart which I thought would be too sweet but it was not bad.

We were referred by our hotelier. Ionic place is near palais de Justice & River, North of…read moreCathedrals; this is in a back street tourist district. Excellent maitre d' & servers. Simple menu, basic choices traditional. We both got the beef steak special; were excellent. This is one of the very few French restaurants I've really like to revist, after 6 trips over.

At Le Comptoir du Vin there are no printed menus - whatever the chef feels like cooking that day is…read morescrawled on a chalkboard on the wall. The only other staff was a friendly older waiter who patiently explained some of the dishes to us in English, but who, when not waiting tables, was busy peeling potatoes behind the bar. Five minutes after the waiter explained the menu, the chef stuck his head out of the little window from the kitchen and shouted across the room to us to see if we'd chosen what we wanted. We both ordered salads for the starter and two different mains. As soon as our salads were placed under our faces, we realized that we'd made a big mistake: these salads were massive; big enough, in fact, to be meals in their own right. Mine came with mixed greens with shrimp and smoked salmon in a kind of thick, eggy dressing, which - very importantly - came with a generous helping of chopped cilantro. This almost had a slight Asian tinge to it. My wife ordered a salad with chunks of chicken liver, which was quite good and made from super good quality, velvety chicken liver. Our apparent error in ordering both starters and mains was confirmed when a group of locals sat next to us and only ordered the "plat du jour" and nothing else. Live and learn! For the main, I had the "plat du jour", which on that day was braised beef served with potatoes in a "curry" sauce. I put "curry" in quotation marks because it was far too mild to be considered a real curry, but it was still really good, given that it was loaded with garlic and flat-leaf parsley. Unlike many restaurants we'd encountered up in Paris, this guy clearly understands the importance of things like garlic and herbs in cuisine, and he apparently uses them with gusto. It was cool to see how just those fresh parsley leaves alone really helped tie the dish together. And the potatoes were roasted to perfection - nice and crispy on the outside. No, this wasn't a life-altering dish, but it was a good and honest plate of food made by a guy who clearly knows what he's doing. My wife had the andouillette sausage, which, as it turned out, is a French specialty that's stuffed with pork or veal innards. The waiter simply told her it was a local speciality, so she went for it without realizing that it was full of innards. Fortunately, my wife and I obviously have no problem eating innards, and she dug the sausage. Still, it was fun to watch her discover that it was made from innards when she was dissecting it, pulling out what looked like bits of tubing and whatnot. I thought the dish tasted rather sweet, which may have been due to the sauce it was served in. Needless to say, after those huge salads, neither of us could finish our plates. The chef seemed to enjoy sticking his head out his window and shouting random things into the dining area, especially when someone he appeared to know came in. When the waiter took our order, he asked us where we were from. When we said California - but living in Slovakia - he told us the chef is currently in love with a girl from New York. As we were leaving, the chef came out and shook our hands and kept shouting things like "Vive la France" and "something something [couldn't make it out, exactly] California!" This guy may not be on the cutting edge of current culinary trends, but I think he'll serve you some good, well-prepared, honest food, and the overall vibe will make for a truly memorable experience.

This was the best meal we had in France! I had something like a salad (can't remember what they…read morecalled it in French) but it included deliciously roasted potatoes, bleu cheese, and arugula with prosciutto draped on top. The bf had the daily special of pork in cream which also had those amazing potatoes in it. Bread was freshly sliced with a great crust, a bottle of wine for 12 euros, and very friendly service--you really can't ask for more. The price of the meal was a great value at about 13 euros for each plat considering the portions are huge. I only wished we'd gone earlier. No reservations necessary either--it's a great neighborhood joint with amazing food.

I really loved the concept of this place! They only serve steak frites which is what we were…read morelooking for. Also they have unlimited refill of their fresh fries! We were greeted immediately and sat. Our serving was professional and nice. I could see he was so busy but managed to communicate with each and every table on his way back and forth! The restaurant is not known for its meat quality but their sauce. The steak sauce, a butter garlic and herb. It was so good we were mopping up the sauce by the end. Also don't skip the Dijon mustard sauce to dip along with your fries and steak as well. The server was so kind even served us fresh fries when our fries got cold from the first serve!! Everything was so great, can't wait to come back one day!

Sadly I discovered L'Entrecote on my last day in France. If I had known about it a week earlier, I…read morewould have eaten there at least 2 more times....ok 4 more times! It was that good with only one entree on the menu. I did notice the restaurant walking through Lyon earlier in the week with a decidedly long line waiting to get in....with good cause!

Food was excellent, wine was excellent, cocktails was excellent, and service was excellent!read more

Service not great. 2 people working the room running around with zero direction. Half of our food…read morewas ok. The other half inedible. Wouldn't expect that from the rating above and the fact we are in Lyon of all places. Food capital of the world. Over cooked haricot vert. Over cooked and dry lamb. Left half of it. Sent back the langostine. Still on the bill. Like the dish was boiled in water and put on the plate. Very strange. A bus tour was eating there. Need I say more? So many fabulous places. Don't be fooled by the ratings. Def not there. Not tonight at least.

Do not order beef. Improperly cooked, skirt steak impossible to chew or cut. Stay away…read more Service was great, bread awesome! Salmond was fresh and tasty. Minestrone soup is good. Deserts are wonderfully refreshing. Sitting outside is noisy with cars creating noise and gasoline smell. People smoke outside within a few feet from the sitting area. Cheese desert not readable without wine pairing.

We enjoyed most of the dishes. Waitstaff were a bit distracted, but polite when they paid us any…read moreattention. It was WAY TOO HOT inside (August)!!

Nice spot for lunch. The fish, rice, miso soup and salad set is a good set course for a reasonable…read moreprice. All the flavors are authentic. Was surprised to find such good Japanese food in Lyon.

We took the 5 course menu and it was pretty good overall. I wish there were more sashimi in our…read moreentree dish but with that said it was all together very good. Will come back to eat here again when in Lyon.

Désolé mais c'est 2... Les revues de ce restaurant sont…read morevieilles et il a bien changé. Si l'accueil est charmant, les plats arrivent après bcp d'attente bien que salle à moitié vide. Gaspacho manque de peps, foie gras poilé trop cuit et absolument sans saveur, onglet demande bleu/saignant trop cuit et la aussi fade. Propriétaires, merci de redresser la barre, c'est la déroute !

This is a great little hidden spot on a hidden street that's worth the effort to find. It's a…read moresliver of a long rectangular room with tables a one Euro coin's distance from each other. When you look down the row of two tops hugging the wall it looks like Monk's chow call in a Monastery. There is also a small dining room in the back just in front of the large windowed kitchen where you can watch the magic being made. The Decor: There is the requisite few French kitchen things sprinkled around for along with a print or two hung here and there. I suspect this old place has had many iterations before Les Adrets claimed it. Three set menus are offered (the most expensive of which is 46.50 Euros), and there is basically one seating. Be advised that the place is jammed from the opening bell at 7:00 PM. Settle into your table which is no bigger than a Mini Cooper's boot. Voila, the menu and your Amuse-Bouche arrive in a flash. A shot of Fish Custard laced with bits of Smoked Salmon and some Salmon Tartar as well, topped with tangy Mulberries. It had the consistency of Burma Shave, but the taste was a wonderful treat and easily the best rendition of this dish you'll find between Lyon and Normandy. Maybe make that between LA and Normandy. The Staff: It was a bit tense as the aloof and distant hostess furtively searched for me in the Reservation Book. I'm not sure she ever did find me, but I made puppy eyes and sad shoulders and once she realized my French was as non-existent as her English she warmed up like an electric blanket and cared for me like a new boyfriend. I was assigned to my postage stamp table and given to the care of two sweet young ladies who moved quicker than sign-ups for advanced Spin Class. The Vibe: Who goes there? No Fodor flunkies or anyone toting a Rick Steve's version of the Bible. All locals and not a lick of the King's English could be heard. Only me smiling and mumbling Merci, which sounded more like mercy. The Kir Mure (Blackberry) was as sweet and refreshing as that special one sitting next to you in Social Studies who said yes to you. The Food: Oh, the food. In one word...absolutely terrific. (Okay, that's two words, but both appropriate). The Soft Egg with Trout Tartar was settled on a bed of Baby Black Rocket garnished with Wild Mushrooms in a Mushroom Cream dotted with Nigella (Black Sesame). Doesn't that sound delish? Twas, my Yelper friends. It leaves you with the same afterglow from a perfect date, maybe a better one as the dish will be exactly the same next time you dine here whereas that perfect date may well be no more comfortable and exciting as a bedroom slipper. Next, try the Boudin Noir (Blood Sausage) paired with St. Jacques (Scallops, to you), seared just right to keep their sea born integrity. It was all arranged on a Beet Puree with Granny Smith Apples and Wasabi Foam all colorfully arranged in a beautiful design like a Navaho Sand Painting. Often, Scallops are racquet balls providing an all day chew. Not here. Paired with an expertly crafted Blood Sausage it should not be missed by food lovers or Vampires. While you are enjoying the last two courses you will be treated to a bottomless basket of Country French and/or Walnut Bread, still warm for the baker's loving touch. And then out of the blue, (the kitchen) comes a Lemon Mint Sorbet to freshen the palate. Unexpected in a small Bistro and oh so delightful. How about a Dos de Cabillaud, Craquelin de Noisette with Pesto de Roquette? (Cod Fillet covered by an awning of a Hazelnut Cracker, and and topped with a melange of Vegetables...Sundried Tomato, Celery Spears, Onion, Snap Peas, and Apple slivers cuddled up to a hill of Mashed Potatoes and all moored securely in a lake of Arugula Pesto). Now, how about that? The Cod was as thick as your fist and as big as your iPhone 8. It was beyond moist, translucent, and transcendent. This dish was really well thought out and executed. Everything had purpose (other than clearing out the walk-in). Everything on the plate brought something essential to the party and this simply should be ordered. Period. Ron W. hath spake! Oh my God, what a Cod. The Cheese course, of course, was waiting in the wings. "Dry or Salty"? asked the server, which best describes a conference of Navy Vets. Salty was a creamy cup of Chive infused Fromage Blanc. Dry was just what the doctor ordered (actually he ordered me not to eat cheese, but who cares what an old quack suggests when it's this good?) I met an old friend, Reblochon and made two new ones. Picodon (my new CFF...cheese favorite forever), and a Forme d'Amber that wanted to be as blue as you for missing this place. Finally, for those who's tummy has been stretched to the size of a VW car cover, have the Nouget Glace au Miel et Creme du Marron. (Nouget Ice Cream with Honey and Chestnut Cream buried in Toffee Bits. Decadent? Heaven sent, I think. You will not soon forget Les Adrets.

Beautiful intimate dining room hidden on a casual street in Lyon--I was already excited and the 5…read morecourse meal with 7 wine pairings blew me away. Though it's officially 5 courses, I think there were at least 5 surprise amusement bouche/extras that were all a delight. Absolutely amazing experience and wonderful service for our 3 hour meal.

Overall, this was a good experience, and I'm geared towards appropriate (high ; - ) ) expectations…read morewhen eating in a Michelin-star restaurant (Le Neuvième Art has two). For the positives, we really enjoyed the sauce with pigeon. The snails and potato gnocchi smelled and tasted absolutely exquisite! Also, the foie gras was expertly prepared. The wines were competently paired as well. Service is fine and hums largely like a well-oiled machine for a Michelin-star level restaurant. The restaurant was supposedly alerted by our travel agent to our lactose allergy but something was lost in translation so there were a few awkward moments. In fairness to the restaurant (since I don't know where the communications broke down), it adapted "fairly" well, but we were not able to get the large tasting menu, which was our preference. All in all, the meal was good and would probably visit again if given the opportunity to see if they can truly adapt for a lactose allergy for the entire tasting menu. We each had one starter, two main courses, and two desserts. The total price for this and 8 glasses of wine was 531 Euros with 30 Euros left in cash. Considering everything, this was a good value and encourage you to visit.