BrunchWeekend buffet brunch on the museum rooftop€€€30 per personWed-Fri 10:30-17:30, Sat-Sun 11:30-17:30, closed Mon-TueBook ahead; Sat-Sun fills quickly
Cafe Gadagne in Vieux Lyon sits on the roof garden of Musee Gadagne, with a buffet brunch on Saturdays and Sundays overlooking the secret courtyard garden.
Order: The weekend buffet with seasonal dishes and homemade pastries
Tip: Book the 11:30 slot on Saturday for the best light on the terrace.
BrunchFood-hall weekend brunch with multiple kitchens€€€15 to €25Sat 12:00-01:00, Sun 12:00-17:00Walk-in; early arrival for the quiet start of service
La Commune in Lyon's 7e runs weekend brunch across its eight kitchens in a 1500 sqm food hall on Rue Pre-Gaudry, with pizza, Asian plates, mezze and craft.
Order: Pizza from the wood-fired oven and a craft beer from the in-house tap
Tip: Saturday noon is the less-crowded slot; Sunday afternoon fills with families.
BrunchAll-day pancake brunch€€€25 per personDaily 09:00-19:00, closed ThursdayWalk-in; arrive before 11:00 on weekends for a terrace seat
Suzette Pancakerie on Place Saint-Nizier in Lyon's 1er runs brunch every day except Thursday: savoury pancakes, sweet crepes, quality coffee and a terrace.
Order: Savoury pancake with cheese and ham, then a sweet crepe with salted-caramel
Tip: The €25 formula includes hot drink, cold drink, savoury and sweet pancakes.
BrunchOrganic, anti-waste local canteen weekend brunch€€€21 Saturday plated, €28 Sunday buffetSat 11:00-15:00 plated, Sun 11:00-15:00 buffetBook online; Sunday all-you-can-eat fills first
La Fabuleuse Cantine in Lyon's 7e on Rue de Marseille is the organic anti-waste canteen inside the Cite Etic Hevea space, with a Saturday plated brunch.
Order: Sunday buffet: composed salads, hummus, the hot mini-dish with a perfect egg.
Tip: Sunday is the all-you-can-eat buffet at €28; children under 6 eat free.
BrunchAmerican brunch in Vieux Lyon€€€24 per personFri-Mon 10:00-17:00Book via Instagram DM; walk-in on weekdays only
Milk and Pug in Vieux Lyon on Rue Saint-Jean is the dog-friendly American brunch counter with savoury pancakes, granola bowls, hot drinks and a cosy room.
Order: Savoury pancake with the granola bowl, and the house caramel dessert
Tip: Book via Instagram; the dog-friendly terrace opens from Easter.
BrunchSpecialty coffee and egg brunch€€€19 to €25Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-18:00Walk-in; weekends book out fast
Le Desjeuneur on Rue des Pierres Plantees in Lyon's 1er runs daily brunch with filter coffee from a local roaster, pancakes, homemade cakes and egg plates.
Order: The pancake stack with maple butter, and a single-origin filter
Tip: No reservations; weekday mornings are the work-friendly slot.