While in Lyon, Hector was recommended to us as, "a new restaurant run by three women." We took the…read morerecommendation and arrived at Hector at 7:30 that night. Since we got there soon after they opened we were able to be seated right away. There were 3 of us and we were advised to get 2-3 plates per person. I got the egg plant with lamb, pine nuts & feta (cold dish) and the mackerel with passion fruit, spinach and potatoes (hot dish) and we shared two desserts. Every single dish was amazing! It was just the right amount to leave you satisfied, but yet wanting more. The flavors were amazing and I especially loved the passion fruit paired with the mackerel. While there were plenty of tables when we got there, it was full by the time we left. If you plan on going later, maybe make a reservation. If I'm ever back in Lyon I definitely will be visiting Hector again.

My girlfriend and I were looking for a place to eat late in the evening. The bartender from…read moreL'Antiquaire informed us Hector was open across the street (it was about 9-10pm). This place reminded me of Vedge back in Philadelphia, PA. Their dishes are so unique and full of flavor. I appreciate their level of detail, attention to color and knowledge of ingredients. I was amazed to discover they have only been open for a couple of months. We started out with foie gras and toast topped with mushrooms and somekind of sweet butternut squash jam. They provided us with plenty of bread, a must with foie gras! Next was Betteraves Ricotta. From what we deciphered from the server, it was diced, cooked white beets infused with parsley sauce. It was sprinkled with ricotta and on top was a scoop of red beet sorbet. It was very different but it worked well together. We also ordered Hampe Tataki with slices of butternut squash and pulpo, which we thought was the star of the night. The octopus had a smoky taste, slightly chewy but provided very nice texture that complimented the creamy mashed potatoes. Our server convinced us to finish the night with Clementine Chantilly. The desert was composed of clementines, buttery cookie crumble and whipped cream. Simply amazing. If you are the type of person who likes to guess what ingredients are in the dishes, Hector is the perfect place for you. The presentation and cooking style can be viewed as nontraditional, especially in the French cooking world. But it suits Hector's personality very well. The servers and chefs took time to explain the menu, to the best of their ability in English. In Lyon, I find less people speak English compared to Paris. But if you attempt to speak a few words in French, sometimes people open up to you more. They are willing to speak English to you! We will definitely be back in the summer of 2018. I hope Hector continues to thrive and inspire, feed many foodies like us!

Zero complaints. A cute bistro with different levels of cozy areas in which to dine. Our server…read morespoke English to me, which was helpful and appreciated! The menu changes all the time based on what the chef decides to make and you choose an appetizer and an entree for one fair price. My boyfriend and I shared some butternut squash soup (definitely the weakest item, but still good!) and a delicious quiche made with strong goat cheese and with a salad. Then I was served a perfect, rare steak (too rare, but I'd rather that than too cooked, the opposite problem I'd have in America) with strong mustard and perfect gratin dauphinois. It was too much food for me and I felt bad for not eating half of my steak, but I didn't know if it was acceptable to take it to-go so sadly, it went to waste. They also accommodated my American coffee tastes by adding lots of water to my espresso. I'm in love and hope to go back one day!

Pub ambience and attentive service. Ordered vegetarian assorted appetizers that came with tiny…read moresamosas, flatbreads, cheese sticks, guacamole and Kalamatas paste. Overall typical tapas! Tried fish, requested well done. Was served with brown rice and a mashed vegetable (not sure if it was a squash or sweet potatoes) Overall good bar kind of environment!

From the owner: Envie d'un filet de bœuf limousine tendre et savoureux, un véritable burger avec ses frites maison…read moreou d une andouillette spécialistes lyonnaise accompagne d'une bonne bouteille de vin rouge que vous choisirez dans notre cave ou passez prendre un café sur notre terrasse. Ne chercher plus la brasserie des tuileries vous attend.

not to be dramatic but this was the best meal i've ever had - i didn't know food could taste like…read morethis. out of the various prix fixe menus, we chose the signature menu, which came with around six courses + a few complimentary dishes from the chef. i can't even pick a favorite course because they were all delicious, but the ones that surprised me the most were the duck dishes: the pan-fried duck foie gras (no gamey scent & perfectly paired with the sweet/sour berry sauce) and the duck steak, which was SO tender and tasted like beef. obviously the menu changes depending on the day/week, but here's what we got if you're curious: - pan-fried duck foie gras with sweet/sour berry sauce - grilled scallops with mushrooms in creamy velouté - scallops were juicy but the sauce was what really got me. buttery & creamy!! - char (white fish) with vegetables - duck with butternut squash - an assortment of cheese - cutest dessert spread! - wine: Bourgogne En Montre Cul 2020

Would love to give this place 4.5 stars if i can. This place is simply amazing and basically good…read morebang for the €€€ We were served with soooo many courses . I almost had to craw out of the place. Every course was done almost perfectly and tasted good (yes, it was tasty, not just some random meats with super heavy sauce which seems to be a common norm for French restaurants in France! ) The service was a bit slow ... We had to wait quite a while between courses :( but even though they didnt have english menu, the servers were kind enough to translate everything to me :) the chef was equally amiable. I saw him peeking from the kitchen to make sure that we are enjoying his food :) -0.5 star for long wait time between courses and -0.5 star for limited variety of bread and for letting the bread sitting out there. Our first round of bread was good but then it was not warm anymore But 1* michelin well deserved :)

Le Vieux Lyon is a great restaurant for traditional Lyonnaise food, located in the heart of old…read moretown. It was my first time trying escargot, and it was delicious! I especially loved the pesto sauce that the escargot was in. However, I did not enjoy the sausage in the brioche as much and found it a bit underwhelming. This could be a matter of personal preference, as it is a Lyon speciality. The ambiance had a "family"' feel to it - very cozy and welcoming. Our server was wonderful, and attentive to our needs. Would recommend!

I am shocked by the low score. We enjoyed our lunch so much we had to go back for dinner. We had…read morezero issues with anything. Our meals were fantastic. Steak was cooked perfectly. The duck was delicious. Salads were gigantic and fresh. Desserts and espresso were perfection. Plenty of wine options to choose from. Our sweet server and the rest of the team were attentive and helpful. They spoke enough English to help with our orders. I'm glad we didn't check here first. We would have missed a wonderful dining experience. Love the Vieux Lyon.

Mediocre and service wasn't good. Space is nice enough…read more Waitress was not helpful, wouldn't elaborate on dish preparation. Asked about how the leek and kiwi dish was prepared, "It's made with leeks," was her response. Thanks. The chicken is way overpriced,90€, and over rated. Mediocre at best. And the thing comes with its feet. What the ??? Makes eating it cumbersome. Waitress added for water we didn't have on our check and then just chose USD when I paying, thus further over charging me for an ehh meal. In fairness the chocolate dessert was incredible and the white wine was very nice. I'd say this place is a pass. El Malecon in NYC has a much better chicken. Perhaps the beef would be better.

The restaurant didn't quite live up to its reputation. We arrived promptly for our 7:30…read morereservation, only to discover they had already run out of their signature Terroir Spritz. We started with several appetizers. The terrine was unexpectedly dense and heavy, while the courgette and eggplant dish was beautifully plated but difficult to eat and, unfortunately, short on flavor. For mains, the lamb was the standout: perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and genuinely excellent. The Arctic char, although worthy of an art gallery, was sadly dry. Given the glowing reviews, the overall quality of the meal was surprising. Perhaps we should have followed the crowd and ordered the steak and roasted chicken. Service was polished, efficient, and professional--a well-oiled machine right up until the final act, when it took nearly 15 minutes to pay the bill.

I found this to be a very mediocre meal for a 2-star Michelin establishment. They offered 3…read moredifferent menus, and I opted for the more expensive of the 2 non-vegan selections. Quail was on the menu but when the server brought the course, he said we have a "special surprise" which was frog legs in place of quail. Very disappointing both in terms of the dish and the way a substitution was passed off. In terms of service, I was served sparkling wine when I was seated and was told there would be pairings during the meal. Notably not mentioned was that I was being charged for each glass. I was never presented a wine list or an indication that the wine was separately charged, and I never ordered a glass of wine. Each glass appeared as a separate charge on the bill. Others have mentioned that the space is small and has only around 10 tables, which I enjoyed.

Excellent 2 star Michelin meal. Reminds me of Nikki's cuisine from Peru. After gorging myself on…read morethe Paul Bocuse Menu at Auberge the night before at , the 3 course 45 EUR Takao Menu available for weekday lunch was perfect. Each course was bright and delicious. Beautiful plating and wonderful service. Loved the young pork main and the fish starter in particular. Yes you can just ask for tap water.

Désolé mais c'est 2... Les revues de ce restaurant sont…read morevieilles et il a bien changé. Si l'accueil est charmant, les plats arrivent après bcp d'attente bien que salle à moitié vide. Gaspacho manque de peps, foie gras poilé trop cuit et absolument sans saveur, onglet demande bleu/saignant trop cuit et la aussi fade. Propriétaires, merci de redresser la barre, c'est la déroute !

This is a great little hidden spot on a hidden street that's worth the effort to find. It's a…read moresliver of a long rectangular room with tables a one Euro coin's distance from each other. When you look down the row of two tops hugging the wall it looks like Monk's chow call in a Monastery. There is also a small dining room in the back just in front of the large windowed kitchen where you can watch the magic being made. The Decor: There is the requisite few French kitchen things sprinkled around for along with a print or two hung here and there. I suspect this old place has had many iterations before Les Adrets claimed it. Three set menus are offered (the most expensive of which is 46.50 Euros), and there is basically one seating. Be advised that the place is jammed from the opening bell at 7:00 PM. Settle into your table which is no bigger than a Mini Cooper's boot. Voila, the menu and your Amuse-Bouche arrive in a flash. A shot of Fish Custard laced with bits of Smoked Salmon and some Salmon Tartar as well, topped with tangy Mulberries. It had the consistency of Burma Shave, but the taste was a wonderful treat and easily the best rendition of this dish you'll find between Lyon and Normandy. Maybe make that between LA and Normandy. The Staff: It was a bit tense as the aloof and distant hostess furtively searched for me in the Reservation Book. I'm not sure she ever did find me, but I made puppy eyes and sad shoulders and once she realized my French was as non-existent as her English she warmed up like an electric blanket and cared for me like a new boyfriend. I was assigned to my postage stamp table and given to the care of two sweet young ladies who moved quicker than sign-ups for advanced Spin Class. The Vibe: Who goes there? No Fodor flunkies or anyone toting a Rick Steve's version of the Bible. All locals and not a lick of the King's English could be heard. Only me smiling and mumbling Merci, which sounded more like mercy. The Kir Mure (Blackberry) was as sweet and refreshing as that special one sitting next to you in Social Studies who said yes to you. The Food: Oh, the food. In one word...absolutely terrific. (Okay, that's two words, but both appropriate). The Soft Egg with Trout Tartar was settled on a bed of Baby Black Rocket garnished with Wild Mushrooms in a Mushroom Cream dotted with Nigella (Black Sesame). Doesn't that sound delish? Twas, my Yelper friends. It leaves you with the same afterglow from a perfect date, maybe a better one as the dish will be exactly the same next time you dine here whereas that perfect date may well be no more comfortable and exciting as a bedroom slipper. Next, try the Boudin Noir (Blood Sausage) paired with St. Jacques (Scallops, to you), seared just right to keep their sea born integrity. It was all arranged on a Beet Puree with Granny Smith Apples and Wasabi Foam all colorfully arranged in a beautiful design like a Navaho Sand Painting. Often, Scallops are racquet balls providing an all day chew. Not here. Paired with an expertly crafted Blood Sausage it should not be missed by food lovers or Vampires. While you are enjoying the last two courses you will be treated to a bottomless basket of Country French and/or Walnut Bread, still warm for the baker's loving touch. And then out of the blue, (the kitchen) comes a Lemon Mint Sorbet to freshen the palate. Unexpected in a small Bistro and oh so delightful. How about a Dos de Cabillaud, Craquelin de Noisette with Pesto de Roquette? (Cod Fillet covered by an awning of a Hazelnut Cracker, and and topped with a melange of Vegetables...Sundried Tomato, Celery Spears, Onion, Snap Peas, and Apple slivers cuddled up to a hill of Mashed Potatoes and all moored securely in a lake of Arugula Pesto). Now, how about that? The Cod was as thick as your fist and as big as your iPhone 8. It was beyond moist, translucent, and transcendent. This dish was really well thought out and executed. Everything had purpose (other than clearing out the walk-in). Everything on the plate brought something essential to the party and this simply should be ordered. Period. Ron W. hath spake! Oh my God, what a Cod. The Cheese course, of course, was waiting in the wings. "Dry or Salty"? asked the server, which best describes a conference of Navy Vets. Salty was a creamy cup of Chive infused Fromage Blanc. Dry was just what the doctor ordered (actually he ordered me not to eat cheese, but who cares what an old quack suggests when it's this good?) I met an old friend, Reblochon and made two new ones. Picodon (my new CFF...cheese favorite forever), and a Forme d'Amber that wanted to be as blue as you for missing this place. Finally, for those who's tummy has been stretched to the size of a VW car cover, have the Nouget Glace au Miel et Creme du Marron. (Nouget Ice Cream with Honey and Chestnut Cream buried in Toffee Bits. Decadent? Heaven sent, I think. You will not soon forget Les Adrets.

I'm very surprised this restaurant wasn't on Yelp already. I had to add this myself so I can review…read morethis place. My husband actually found this restaurant on TripAdvisor. I tried to Yelp this place but it wasn't on here. We were so pleased with this place!!! The restaurant is so clean and nicely decorated! Our server, who I believe may be part-owner, was so pleasant and translated the whole menu to us in English. I don't remember in French what I ordered but my first course was a beautiful dish consisting of egg, both chanterelle and mort mushrooms and croutons. I can't tell you what they added in it for flavor but every bite was heaven in my mouth! My husband ordered the pumpkin soup with escargot which was just as delicious! For the second course, I ordered the fish wrapped in jambon( bacon) with mashed whited beans topped with cauliflower. Wow! It was good! My husband ordered the braised beef cheek topped with some kind of squash. The beef was tender and the flavor was perfect! The chef here really knows what they're doing! Since we were both pretty full, we decided to share a poached pear for dessert. It was covered in a decadent chocolate sauce with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was a perfect ending to a perfect dinner! I highly recommend this place!!

From the owner: Restaurant proposant une cuisine du marché réalisée à partir de produits frais, avec une carte…read morecourte qui change chaque semaine.