This Great Bouchon in Lyon Makes Truly Authentic Lyonnais Cuisine

Lyon is a food lover’s paradise, a city that takes its culinary traditions seriously. One of the best places to experience this is at a bouchon, a traditional restaurant.

Les Culottes Longues is one of Lyon's great bouchons. The food is homemade and full of local flavors. The chef, Mathieu, prepares classic dishes with a modern twist.

On the menu, you'll find things like calf’s feet, snout, lentils, and cervelas, all made from scratch. The menu changes daily with highlights like beef bourguignon and macaroni gratin with girolles.

Chef Mathieu also makes delicious truffle-infused Saint-Jacques scallops, tongue with gribiche sauce, and veal kidneys with cèpes. Every dish is carefully prepared to highlight the flavors of Lyon.

For dessert, there’s the famous Lyonnais praline tart, a must-try for anyone visiting the city. There’s also a rich chocolate fondant and a Bressane tart made with brioche and saucisson. These desserts capture the heart of Lyon’s food culture.

Les Culottes Longues is a true bouchon lyonnais. It’s known for specialties like the duo of veal sweetbreads and kidneys with cèpes, pâté en croûte, and of course, the praline tart.

Lunchtime here is always busy. Locals know the €20 menu (starter, main, and dessert) is a fantastic deal. It’s a great place to enjoy a hearty meal at a reasonable price.

The wine list at Les Culottes Longues features a good selection of bottles, with a focus on local wines. Of course, they also serve pots of Beaujolais, the wine that is a staple of the region.