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Some bouchon specialties

the essentials

“Chez Paul” is a showcase of traditional Lyonnaise cuisine. Our menu honors the great classics:

from the iconic quenelle de brochet (pike dumpling in creamy sauce) to the tablier de sapeur (breaded beef tripe) and beet salad.

Charcuterie lovers will enjoy rosette and saucisson lyonnais (local cured sausages), while fresh cheeses like cervelle de canut (herbed cottage cheese) bring a refreshing finish.

To end on a sweet note: pruneaux sauce au vin (prunes in wine sauce) or the beloved crème caramel.

Every dish is made with care, using quality products and recipes handed down through generations

Your favorite recipes

Chicken with vinegar

A traditional Lyonnais recipe found in every real bouchon. Our poulet au vinaigre features tender chicken in a tangy wine vinegar sauce, cooked with shallots and aromatic herbs. Simple, rustic, and full of character. It comes with gratin dauphinois — creamy, cheesy, and golden brown.

Quenelle de brochet

Quenelle de brochet (pike quenelle) is a classic dish from Lyon, renowned for its lightness and delicacy. At Paul, it is served generously topped with a creamy crayfish sauce, subtly enhanced with a touch of brown butter.

Cervelle de canut

Cervelle de canut (Silk worker’s brain), a typical Lyon specialty, celebrates simplicity and freshness. Our version combines creamy fromage blanc with fresh herbs, garlic, and shallots for a blend full of character and tradition.

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Our philosohy

At “Chez Paul”, we believe in authenticity, generosity, and preserving tradition.

Our bouchon represents the very spirit of Lyon’s culinary heritage — a place where food brings people together.

Every dish tells a story, rooted in local recipes passed down through generations. We work with fresh, local, high-quality ingredients, prepared with care and simplicity to highlight the real flavors of Lyon.

The experience goes beyond what’s on the plate. In a warm and timeless setting — checkered tablecloths, antique décor, and a big Lyonnais smile — guests aren’t just customers, they’re part of the family.

Tradition here doesn’t mean standing still: it means proudly sharing the bouchon culture and making it come alive every day.

“Chez Paul” is much more than just a restaurant: it is a place where people come to enjoy good food, chat, and feel at home, in the purest Lyon tradition.