Bieristan ★ 4.0
Bieristan in Lyon's Villeurbanne east is the craft beer hall on Rue Paul Lafargue with 30+ rotating taps from Belgian and French independent craft producers.
Tip: Closed Sunday; 30+ rotating taps with a flight option at the bar.
Taprooms, brewpubs and the local beer scene in Lyon worth taking a tram to.
Where to drink local
Ninkasi Cordeliers ★ 3.8
Ninkasi runs Lyon's largest local craft brewer and chain of taprooms; the Cordeliers branch in the 1er has a full kitchen, board games and late hours.
Tip: Open until 02:00 Thu-Sat; the brewery's own pale ale is the order.
La Soiffe ★ 4.0
La Soiffe in Lyon's Croix-Rousse is the independent craft beer taproom and bottle shop with rotating local brewers and a 14-tap pour list.
Tip: The taps rotate weekly; check Instagram for current pours; bottle shop closes at 22:00.
Brasserie de la Croix-Rousse ★ 3.9
Brasserie de la Croix-Rousse in Lyon's 4e runs an on-site brewery taproom serving the house Lyonnaise pale ale, IPA and a rotating stout in winter months.
Tip: Wednesday-Saturday only; the on-site pizza programme runs alongside.
Brasserie Georges ★ 4.0
Brasserie Georges on Cours de Verdun in Lyon's 2e brewed its own beer from 1836 and still pours the house lager from its in-restaurant taproom daily.
Tip: The house lager with the choucroute is the form; daily open until 23:00.
Breweries in Lyon, FAQ
When is the best time to eat in Lyon?
Peak food season in Lyon is year-round.
What time do people eat in Lyon?
Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.
How does tipping work in Lyon?
service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.
What is the one dish to try in Lyon?
Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Lyon rewards trust.