L'Auberge des Canuts: Authentic Bouchon Lyonnais in the Heart of Vieux Lyon
Certified Bouchon · Place Saint-Jean · Open Every Day
L'Auberge des Canuts — a certified bouchon lyonnais in Vieux Lyon. We serve the finest traditional Lyonnaise cuisine, homemade with fresh, local ingredients.
Explore our specialities on our menu: andouillette, cervelle des canuts, quenelle de brochet, Lyon sausage, Lyon caviar, praline tart.
In the tradition of the Mères Lyonnaises — legendary women chefs of Lyon — we carry forward generations of culinary expertise. Discover our story.
We accept French holiday vouchers.
We host a traditional mâchon lyonnais — a hearty Lyonnaise morning feast — once a month or by reservation. Open every day, including Mondays. Dogs are welcome.
What Is an Authentic Bouchon Lyonnais?
The bouchon lyonnais tradition
A bouchon lyonnais is a traditional Lyon restaurant born in the 19th century — think of it as the French equivalent of an Italian trattoria, but uniquely Lyonnaise. Generous portions, fresh local ingredients, and iconic dishes: tablier de sapeur, quenelle de brochet, andouillette, cervelle de canut.
L'Auberge des Canuts: a certified bouchon
Certified Bouchon Lyonnais since 2023. Maître Restaurateur since 2022. Located facing the Saint-Jean Cathedral in Vieux Lyon. Everything is homemade with fresh, seasonal produce.
Lyon Specialities: Where to Try Them
Tablier de Sapeur
Marinated tripe, breaded and grilled, served with homemade sauce gribiche. Where to eat tablier de sapeur in Lyon? Right here.
Quenelle de Brochet
Homemade pike quenelle with Nantua sauce — a creamy crayfish bisque. Where to eat quenelle de brochet in Lyon? At L'Auberge des Canuts. See our menu.
Andouillette Lyonnaise
Grilled and served with mustard sauce — a bouchon lyonnais classic. Where to eat andouillette in Lyon? At our table.
Cervelle de Canut
Fresh cheese whipped with herbs, shallots and olive oil — named after the silk weavers (canuts) of Croix-Rousse. Where to try cervelle de canut? At our restaurant.
Mâchon Lyonnais
A traditional Lyon morning feast: charcuterie, cheese and wine — served before noon. We organise them by reservation. Want a mâchon in Lyon? Get in touch.
Why Choose L'Auberge des Canuts?
Certified Bouchon Lyonnais — Member of the official association since 2023.
Location — Place Saint-Jean, facing the cathedral, Vieux Lyon (UNESCO World Heritage).
Maître Restaurateur — Title awarded in 2022. 100% homemade cuisine, fresh ingredients.
Ambiance — Warm, welcoming, authentic bouchon atmosphere.
Booking — Book online, instant confirmation.
Guest reviews — 4.4/5 from over 3200 reviews.
Location & Getting Here
Address: 8 Place Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon — in the heart of Vieux Lyon, facing the Saint-Jean Cathedral.
Nearby: Steps from the Saint-Jean Cathedral and the famous traboules of Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage district.
Public transport: Metro line D, stop Vieux Lyon — Cathédrale Saint-Jean. Direct access from Lyon Part-Dieu train station in 15 minutes.
Parking: Public car parks nearby — Parking Saint-Georges and Parking Cathédrale.
Guest Reviews
"A real bouchon lyonnais — just how it should be! The tablier de sapeur was outstanding and the atmosphere wonderfully warm. We will definitely come back."
★★★★★
"The quenelle de brochet with Nantua sauce is the best I've had in Lyon. Impeccable service and an authentic setting facing the cathedral."
★★★★★
"Excellent value for a certified bouchon. The cervelle de canut and andouillette were perfect. Charming traditional setting and a warm welcome."
★★★★☆
A True Bouchon Lyonnais in the Heart of the Historic Quarter
Place Saint-Jean, facing the cathedral
Our location
Lyon — the gastronomic capital of France.
We are right in front of the Saint-Jean Cathedral. Generous menu, authentic setting. See how to get here.
Our Cuisine
Traditional Lyon specialities prepared with passion
Lyonnaise specialities and classic French dishes. Find our Lyon recipes on the blog.
Every ingredient is selected for its quality and artisanal production.
Local produce, short supply chains.
Everything is prepared on-site from raw, fresh ingredients.
Homemade dishes — simple, authentic, and deeply Lyonnaise.
Our Produce
Quality and provenance
French meats
We exclusively use French-sourced meats.
Offal and cured meats
All offal and cured meats come from French farms. Whenever possible, the animals are from the Rhône-Alpes region.
Bomlo salmon
Bomlo salmon: no animal feed, no GMO, no antibiotics. Sustainably farmed.
Crayfish
Fresh crayfish for our Nantua sauce. In case of shortage, they may be frozen.
Fruits and sorbets
The fruit purée for our blackcurrant sorbet is frozen.
Mâchon by reservation
We host the traditional mâchon in Lyon by reservation. Contact us for details.
Maître Restaurateur
Maître Restaurateur since June 2022. 100% homemade cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Bouchon Lyonnais Label
Certified Bouchon Lyonnais since 2023. Groups up to 70 guests. Contact us. Our latest news.
Deep Roots
The history of bouchons lyonnais
Bouchons were born in the 19th century, when humble innkeepers fed the silk workers — the canuts — of Lyon.
Often, the wife cooked while the husband served. Modest beginnings that became legendary.
The 'Mères Lyonnaises' — women chefs who elevated Lyon's cuisine to an art form.
Eugénie Brazier, of 'La Mère Brazier', was the first woman to earn three Michelin stars.
The fascinating evolution of the bouchon lyonnais
From humble inns to a true gastronomic experience.
The Bouchons Lyonnais association was created to preserve authenticity and quality.
What Is a Bouchon Lyonnais?
What exactly is a bouchon?
A bouchon lyonnais is a restaurant serving traditional Lyon cuisine paired with regional wines from the Rhône Valley or Beaujolais.
A traditional Lyonnaise feast
On the menu: salade lyonnaise, saucisson chaud, andouillette, quenelle de brochet, praline tart — plus tripe, charcuterie, game and tablier de sapeur.
Dishes made with local ingredients. Simple products, elevated by culinary expertise.
Well prepared, these humble ingredients become unforgettable dishes.
Lyonnaise cuisine is honest, generous French cooking at its finest.
The Atmosphere
Wooden tables, a traditional counter, leather chairs. A warm and convivial setting.
Wine harmony
A meal at a bouchon is incomplete without wine. Côtes du Rhône, Beaujolais — served in the traditional pot lyonnais (46cl carafe).
Beer lover? Try La Canute Lyonnaise, brewed right here in Lyon.
Give a Lyonnaise experience
Treat someone to a meal at a real bouchon lyonnais. Birthday, celebration, or simply to delight.
Give a restaurant gift voucherWhat Specialities Are Served in a Bouchon Lyonnais?
The Elegance of Croix-Rousse
Croix-Rousse — Lyon's hilltop village — has its own bouchons too, blending creativity with tradition.
Daniel et Denise is an iconic establishment in the neighbourhood.
Why Are They Called Bouchons Lyonnais?
Lyon's innkeepers used to hang a 'bousche' (a bundle of branches) at their door — a sign that food and drink were served inside. The word 'bouchon' comes from this tradition.
Today, bouchons are convivial restaurants serving generous, traditional cuisine.
How Does a Restaurant Become a Bouchon Lyonnais?
'Bouchon lyonnais' is not a protected designation. Any restaurant can call itself one.
To guarantee authenticity, there is a label awarded by the Bouchons Lyonnais association.
It is the only real guarantee of quality. Bouchon lyonnais vs traditional restaurant: the differences.
What Is the Oldest Bouchon Lyonnais?
Le Café des Fédérations, near Place des Terreaux. Founded in 1872, it is the oldest bouchon lyonnais still open — over 150 years of history.
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