Les Terrasses de Lyon
Lyon, France
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Perched up on the higher ground of Fourvière, this Renaissance convent now houses a charming hotel and restaurant with a panoramic glass-paned dining room that affords guests a splendid view over the rooftops of Vieux Lyon, whatever the season: it seems you can almost reach out and touch St Jean Cathedral. This place required a chef with plenty of vision! Enter David Delsart, who has mastered all aspects of French cuisine. He often puts a regional spin on his dishes, smoking his pigeon (or lobster) over Beaujolais vine shoots, cooking whitefish from Lake Geneva, salmon trout from Isère and snails from the Lyonnais mountains. The classic desserts are beautifully made: charlotte, profiteroles, warm soufflé…
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Panoramic Dining Experience in a Renaissance Convent
Les Terrasses de Lyon is uniquely located within the Villa Florentine, a Renaissance convent turned hotel, featuring a glass-paneled dining room that offers panoramic views of Vieux Lyon and the Saint Jean Cathedral, creating an almost immersive visual experience with the city below.Strong Commitment to Local Sourcing and Culinary Education
Executive chef David Delsart emphasizes long-term relationships with local suppliers, sourcing ingredients from renowned markets like Les Halles de Paul Bocuse. Additionally, the restaurant actively engages with nearby schools to introduce children to tasting, flavors, textures, and cooking, blending haute cuisine with community involvement.Innovative Use of a Panoramic Glass Roof and Seasonal Menus
The restaurant features a new panoramic glass roof that combines design and warmth, enhancing the dining atmosphere. The cuisine focuses on highlighting the authentic taste of each product with menus like the "Menu des Terrasses" and a vegetarian "Menu Maraîcher," emphasizing simplicity and seasonality.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
- Langoustine: Featured in the langoustine quenelle, a dish that highlights the delicate flavor of langoustines.
- Omble-chevalier: Used in dishes to showcase its rich, buttery taste.
- Ravioles: Seasonal ingredients are often used to fill these small pasta pockets, emphasizing freshness and local produce.
- Beef Fillet: Grilled to perfection, it is a staple in showcasing the restaurant's focus on revealing the authentic taste of each product.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Les Terrasses de Lyon - Current Menu Options and Prices (July 2025)
Set Menu (Lunch Only, Wednesday to Friday)
Menu des Terrasses
- Price: 52 € (includes VAT and service)
- Served only at lunch from Wednesday to Friday, valid from 23/04 to 16/05/2025
Menu Description:
- Starter: Vitello Tonnato with tangy condiments
- Main Course (Choice of one):
- Monkfish roasted in a spicy butter, served with roasted asparagus
- Beef rump steak with chimichurri sauce, sweet potato, and carrot
- Dessert: Poached rhubarb with elderflower and soft almond biscuit
Note: Origin of meat available on request.
Other Menu Information
- Average price for a meal at Les Terrasses de Lyon is around €160 based on appetizer, main, and dessert selections.
- A "Pleasure of the senses" 4-course dinner menu is offered as part of a gastronomy stay package at the Villa Florentine hotel, but specific à la carte prices or tasting menu prices outside this package are not detailed.
- No specific à la carte menu prices or tasting menu prices were found in the available sources.
- No special seasonal menus beyond the lunch set menu mentioned above were found.
Summary Table
| Menu Name | Description | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu des Terrasses | 3-course lunch set menu (starter, main, dessert) | 52 € | Lunch only, Wed-Fri, seasonal |
| Average meal price | Approximate average price for full meal | ~160 € | Based on appetizer, main, dessert |
NOT_FOUND for detailed à la carte options, dinner set menus, tasting menus, or special seasonal menus with specific prices beyond the above lunch set menu.