Last update on October 2026 Lyon is known as the capital of gastronomy. Indeed, it is THE destination for food lovers visiting from other regions of France or elsewhere. But it is also a must-visit destination for wine! The city is ideally located on the Rhône River, between Beaujolais and the Northern Rhône Valley, Burgundy a little further north, Savoie and Bugey to the east, and the Coteaux du Lyonnais, Centre-Loire, and Auvergne to the west. Here are the 10 best wine bars

Last updated in September 2026 Lyon is the capital of gastronomy. That’s what Maurice Curnonsky, a gastronome and food critic, declared in 1935. Delicious, flavorful dishes served with wine—cuisine that’s simple yet indulgent! This is also thanks to its female chefs, Mères Brazier and Bourgeois, who each earned three stars in 1933. Lyon is home to 4,300 restaurants, including 15 with Michelin stars, and was the birthplace of Paul Bocuse. The city is also surrounded by renowne