The best French cuisine restaurants Route de la soie

Though it was formerly in the middle of the Lyon life -it is by this street that the kings of France enter in Lyon, thus its name- rue Royale continues to exist thanks to some cuisine's great names. And among these names, that of Ivan Peric is part of those we have followed with the same delicacy for a long time. Far from being a cheap restaurant, this restaurant which was formerly a famous pastry, is at the same time an elegant and relaxed, smart and friendly place, as all the bistros of chef tend to be today. Except that Ivan is not pretending. He is naturally cordial and talented. A charismatic man, a true character and an outstanding chef with a carreer path at notable houses, like at Marc Veyrat, or in the private cuisines of the greatest in this world, in particular in Saint-Tropez. What is even more remarkable is that year after year - Ivan keeps on delighting us with a creative cuisine, which is always prepared with fresh ingredients. Only open in the evening, a menu that is also unique of a generosity equal to the chef's. Mix of flavours and textures, audacity and know-how of a controlled contemporary cuisine... It is undoubtedly one of the very best values for money in the city. An address to discover to spend a happy moment.

On the road of the Golden Mountains, in a district full of vitality at midday, the moment is next to a bakery that makes the full sandwiches… But why, as good be sandwiches, all these people do not take the time to enter this haven of peace with the chic bistro decor with its sliding walls, its paintings, its bar and, above all, its terrace in the inner courtyard, a little paradise in this neighborhood. What is also appreciated is the quality of the well-presented seasonal dishes, dishes that change daily depending on the market. This summer, a fresh soup of dried cucumber and bacon, walnut shredded to Provence and its fresh fusilli, peppers and tomatoes; a net of seabream sébaste tarragon sauce or a braid of boucher foie gras gras, without missing tapas evenings Thursday evening. Go, it's time to take good habits at noon and change some of its weekends. Only hic, obligation to reserve, but we can only welcome this well deserved success.

An address full of warmth, with warm colours and jazzy touches, Le Petit Carron offers great moments of greed to share with your lover or in groups (the establishment organises group meals during tourist travels, seminars or family events). At Le Petit Carron, you feel "like home". In a cosy dining room, on the mezzanine or on the charming summer terrace, you can enjoy a top quality traditional French cuisine, a refined cuisine which, mastering its classic dishes, adds a slight touch of liveliness on a wide fish and meat list: homemade foie gras in mendiant way, farmhouse bread or a salmon marinated with herbs and langoustine oil; then, a pan-fried veal cutlet with chanterelles, a crusty sweetbread with simple truffle juice, a beef fillet with morels or a Rossini cod loin. Always interesting suggestions of season and slate of sweets, including the famous "Redoutable", the homemade dessert par excellence with its molten chocolate. A smart address rocked by blues notes.

It was in 1954 that Vital Pignol, a young boy from Saint-Etienne, set up a cake shop at the 17 of Rue Emile Zola, right next to the emblematic Place Bellecour. More than 60 years later, Maison Pignol has changed but the address has remained. Pignol, the caterer of choice, has become synonymous with exceptional receptions and now has 7 restaurants and shops, employing some 160 employees. This great house has, however, kept its soul and it is still enlivened by enthusiasts and demanding professionals like Jean-Paul Pignol. What is truly outstanding is that this shop never rests on its laurels, always offering new creations at any occasion, always seeking to do the best! At this "historic" address, Pignol offers us a cake shop, but also a restaurant on the two floors of the Pignol family's former flat! All in all, four different rooms, from the bistro atmosphere to the kitchen via the intimate lounge, to enjoy seasonal dishes that are different every day - such as this perch fillet in the heart of summer -, well composed salads with fresh produce, and of course, the wonderful homemade pastries. An address that is part of the city's gourmet heritage.

A gourmet opus for the series of Martine with Bistro Martine. In the heart of the neighbourhood of Ainay, just a few steps from the borough hall - moreover, you can still read Café de la Mairie engraved on the building's façade - this neighbourhood bistro opens its terrace onto a quiet street corner. Bistro Martine is one of the best surprises when you discover an area stingy with its warm and family addresses that make the reputation of Lyon. Then, you can sit on the terrace, in the middle of the flowers, as soon as summer arrives or in a dining room enlivened by a lovely counter with a discreet charm. A friendly atmosphere, smile guaranteed at every hour of the day, and especially at lunchtime where guests like to be around Martine to enjoy a good homemade cuisine with fresh seasonal products, just as it was done in the past. On this summer's menu, beef nose salad (which still makes it?), a melon, raw ham and mozzarella or a cold-cuts platter. Coming up next, homemade lasagna, grilled mackerel fillets, a beef tartare with razor clam or ravioli with cheese. A beautiful dessert menu, also homemade, and wine list accordingly. A wonderful neighbourhood address that should be a school.

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.

Le and Les, it is a condensed of the spirit of the Croix-rousse. An anti-authoritarian spirit that defies time. In fact, the walls adorned with vintage wallpaper, as we say today to say another age, have a collection of clocks. First of all, there is the pleasure of finding yourself, accoudé around a glass of good wine - excellent selection, but attention this restaurant is not a bar - before even starting the meal. Good ambiance guaranteed and you start to discover a map that changes every week. This evening: net to make Lake Léman smoked to the seeds of coriander, salicorne, anchoïade to in, avocado cream, radish of colours, grapefruit or ris of calf, juice to morels dried and long pepper, cassé of broken peas, green asparagus, small peas, meringue coffee noisette. To follow, Can can be: roasted fillet, juice to black cherry jam, lacquered and caramélisée thigh, effilochée wing in cromesquis green olives with bear garlic, red chioggias beets, turnip fane or a fleeced of Iberian swine Bellota, juice to Iberian sausage, terres new Delicacy, season vegetables. Léonce-Savarin to black truffles and foam desserts of verbena verbena, Mona biscuits, and compotée of raspberry, light mousse to raspberry, meringue to finish. Go, take a look at his laptop, open his eyes and his spirit and get eaten… We are well in the Croix-Rousse!

"The earth is blue like an orange/Never a mistake the words does not lie." (Paul Eluard, L'Amour la poésie) At Le Poivron Bleu, it is the cuisine that does not lie. As for the name, it also refers to art, since it is inspired by the title of the second album, Les Poivrons bleus, of a lead composer. A native of Marseille,the chef is an authentic cuisine passionate. Being at Thomas and the equally famour Tartuffo, trained for the organic pastry by the awesome Frédéric Dujarrier, Julien Panzani welcomes us in the refined setting of Poivron Bleu to present us a sincere, authentic cuisine, an instinctive and loyal cuisine. A 100% homemade cuisine really prepared with fresh quality products from local producers and craftsmen clearly stated. The eggs are organic, the meats come from France, the fruit juices from Thurins, the cheeses from Jean-Charles Roux and the wines from small producers working in organic and sustainable agriculture are chosen with Stéphane Péroz, Cave des Charpennes. In short, excellent ingredients to implement all the fantasies of a chef who likes to change the recipes to present us a revisited grand-mother's cuisine, offering a simple, seasonal menu, totally delicious, like a duckling fillet of Dombes, red wine and cherry sauce, crusty polenta and arugula, farm pork shoulder from Ain with verbena lemon and or pan-fried whiting fillet and its smashed potato. The ice-creams are homemade. Adorable reception and service. A new Futé address which already keeps all its promises.

One might hesitate to enter this restaurant because of its decidedly touristy location, just across from the Forum and a stone's throw from the Colosseum. Yet Angelino ai Fori dal 1947 is a convenient address for lunch after a long tour of ancient Rome. The dishes are tasty and the prices fair for the area. On the menu are Roman specialties (the menu has been the same since 1947!) such as the famous carbonara and pizzas to enjoy on the terrace.