Restaurant Café du Soleil — Restaurant in Lyon

Travels can fine traditional French food here.

I tried a traditional French dish at this restaurant: 🦀️Fish pick quenelle Soufflé and Nantua Sauce

Nantua sauce is a classic French sauce, similar to how coconut milk sauce is a typical classic condiment in Singapore and Malaysia, available in bottled versions at supermarkets. Nantua sauce contains milk, butter, and seafood flavors, such as crayfish. When poured over fish ball-shaped soufflés, it creates a rich seafood flavor.

Just as Singaporean foodies dip golden mantou into crab sauce and Indians use roti or prata to soak up curry, this fish ball soufflé can also be enjoyed with bread dipped in Nantua sauce. The bread serves to balance the saltiness of the sauce, making it a very approachable local classic for newcomers.

🥩Beef Patty Burger You can choose the level of doneness for the beef patty. My companion went for medium-rare, and it looked like he was eating raw meat. French-style burgers, indeed, are tastier than McDonald's. The bread has more aroma and tenderness, and the beef patty is carefully seasoned. The fact that they offer beef patties cooked medium-rare indicates their confidence in the quality of their beef.

Based on my experience with two local restaurants so far, it seems that slow service might be a local custom. For diners accustomed to the fast pace of city life, I recommend arriving and placing your order before noon, as wait times tend to be longer when local diners join the crowd later.

This restaurant also does not charge consumption tax or service fees, and tap water is complimentary. For carnivores, you can skip appetizers and desserts and simply focus on more meat or fish from the main course.

Non pork eater must pay attention! Unlike meat by default is beef in Turkey, the sausage by default here is pork sausage. So diners must place an order carefully when trying sausage!!

Overall, it's a good-value restaurant, and tourists visiting St. John's Cathedral can consider having...

Restaurant Cafe du Soleil in Lyon is a delightful dining establishment that encapsulates the heart and soul of French cuisine. Nestled in the gastronomic capital of France, this restaurant offers a genuine and satisfying culinary experience.

The atmosphere at Cafe du Soleil is a harmonious fusion of rustic charm and urban chic. The cozy interior creates an intimate and inviting ambiance, while the outdoor seating area allows you to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Lyon's streets.

The menu at Cafe du Soleil is a tribute to traditional French dishes. Each plate is a masterpiece of French culinary artistry. The wine selection is simple, featuring local and regional wines that complement the flavours of the dishes perfectly.

The service at Cafe du Soleil is top-notch. The staff is not only knowledgeable about the menu and wines but also attentive to your needs, creating a welcoming and personalized dining experience.

Whether you're a local or a visitor to Lyon, Cafe du Soleil is a fantastic choice for a French dining adventure. It captures the essence of the city's culinary heritage, offering a delicious and authentic taste of France. I highly recommend the Beef Tartar, which is truly delicious. This restaurant is a true gem in Lyon's dining scene and is a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable French...

Bottom Line: Quaint small restaurant. Friendly Staff. VERY busy. Food was good as we ventured into Lyoner cuisine.

I picked this place as it had a brief segment in one of Rick Steve's Best of Europe Videos. I ordered items that I was not familiar with and so have limited experience to judge on. A lot of locals there, usually a good sign, and not a spare table in the place. We were very lucky to get a reservation.

No English menu, so bring Google translate with you. There was at least one staff member with good English ability.

As for our meals... we were generally happy with them. As ibsaid, I deliberately ordered items I had not tasted before or with limited experience. That can be a challenge right there! We found everything delightful. Especially the tart that is pink/rose in color.

Very jam packed inside. I say that because while they are dog friendly, our dog is small. Medium dogs would be a challenge and large dogs only on a night...