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