The best bistros and brasseries Lyon 2nd 69002

This Nord (French for "North") is quite relative, since it is located in the heart of the Lyon Peninsula. The first brasserie open by Paul Bocuse - already 23 years ago with the takeover of Le Nord, famous Lyon brasserie inaugurated in 1907 by Edouard Herriot - is thus in a side street, within walking distance from Rue de République. One of the signatures of the Brasseries Bocuse is the verandas that allow you to enjoy the show of a little dark street throughout the year. You will undoubtedly prefer the traditional and cordial room. As usual, flawless reception and service to offer us the opportunity to taste "traditional", like the place. The upper floor offers private lounges where it is pleasant to discuss with colleagues or in family in a cosy atmosphere. You settle down on the red seats and you discover the specialties of an almost unchanging menu that are, according to the seasons, the sauerkraut and the Burgundy snails with parsley butter. Here, the cuisine known as "middle-class" is in its kingdom and you come to enjoy the suggestions of the Chef Franck Barrouilhet: warm sausage with pistachio in brioche, duck foie gras terrine, a mix of griddled fillets of market fish, a pike quenelle with lobster sauce, the chicken fricassee of calf kidneys with mustard... Without forgetting the Grandmother waffles which have contributed to the reputation of the place. A very classic address, in the best sense of the word.

The most southern cardinal point of the brasseries Bocuse is at the height of the place Bellecour, on another place oriented towards the Rhône heading to the Mediterranean. It is true that Confluence moved the Sud (French for "south") closer to the forefront of the Peninsula, but this brasserie is always part of the most prominent ones in Lyon. Pleasant terrace and wide veranda open on a green and lively place with an always impeccable service and reception, what we appreciate above all is the regularity of an address which never disappoints. At Le Sud, you are received every day and late with the same smile and the same quality in cuisine. In the kitchen, Gérard Lasne always offers a cuisine of the sun according to the arrivals, with the famous suggestions of the market around a whole piece roasted on the spit, a fish according to the fishing and tagine of the day. The menu recites its classics to satisfy every appetite: Marseille-style fisherman's soup, Bömlo salmon marinated with dill, tarte pissaladière, a Provençal octopus stew, a pot of fish in bouillabaisse, couscous-style lamb shank or a chicken tagine with lemon confit. After the traditional Saint-Marcellin cheese of Mère Richard, summer offers us the opportunity to vary the pleasures with the minute vacherin with fresh fruits. A sure address with southern look.

One of the reference addresses of the city, not only in the "brasserie" category but also simply restaurant, since Silk is much more than a brewery in our opinion. Built in the luxurious Sofitel hotel, Silk benefits from the tranquillity of the places, yet only steps from Place Bellecour and the hyper-centre of the peninsula. A both classic and completely atypical place with its decor that immerses us in the universe "vintage" of the 70s to the brilliant colours on a neutral background and in the universe of silk (which gives the name to the establishment). Between chic bistro, elegant brasserie and elegant restaurant, Silk is for everyone and not only the 5-star hotel high profile clientele. Best-in-class, refined and convivial service, beautiful home which is really hospitable, and a high quality cuisine which also fluctuates between the brasserie tradition with oysters, a Lyon salad, a famous 100% beef tartare, homemade burgers, one of which is truffle or a fresh salmon tartar, and the nice food service with roasted cod fillet, delicious roasted scallops or a rack of lamb and its pan-fried seasonal vegetables. Mother Richard cheese and a vanilla brioche with speculoos ice-cream. Other must-eat of the house: the omelet as you want it and the terrible chicken Sandwich Club. Beautiful wine list, grand crus, for a harmonious wine and meal pairing.

A place to which Les Lyonnais does not pay enough attention and which is still a boon for people arriving in Lyon by Gare de Perrache on a place Carnot. A space that opens in the area of Carnot with a superb terrace and on Victor Hugo Street in the direction of Bellecour. A space that has taken another dimension since the chef Roger Jealous, one of the Best Workers in France who spent a few years alongside a certain Paul Bocuse, took over the orders of the house. Just sit down at the beautiful shaded terrace or discover the warm decor recently redone, playing with the transparencies and light, composed by the architect Florent Egasse. Quality cuisine by a chef Blanches White Lyon who delivers his version of lyon specialities: poached eggs in meurette, bowl of homemade foie foie, forest brochet sauce American sauce. Side card, gras gras steak, fruity sauce, well-composed salads, excellent XL tartare, home hamburger, salmon tartar, to finish with snow eggs, terrible waffles or delicious chocolate and its vanilla ice. An address to rediscover urgently.

At the end of the beautiful footbridge facing the law courts, benefiting from a new terrace on Quai de Saone, Buvette Saint-Antoine is not really a recent address, since it has been the "Lyon inhabitants' meeting place" since 1872! Yes, but, it's a place which we have abandoned in favour of the new banks of the Rhone which offer a more pleasant setting all the same, let's admit it. As time goes by, the banks of Saône was restored at the same time as this famous Bar which has found a new lease of life. On summer evenings, open-air café atmosphere with music and well-served seafood, but still pleasant snacks with salads which are largely worth others, ideal boards to accompany an aperitif, like this whole sausage or toasted spread available according to all the desires, without forgetting the ice-creams and the beautiful drink menu and a wide range of champagne. There are many "all inclusive" package to enjoy on the Quai de Saône within a very nice atmosphere.