Loutsa Cordeliers is a brunch brunch spot in 1Er, Lyon.
Loutsa's Place Albon counter in the 1er runs a weekend brunch programme paired with the single-origin filter list, with toasts, granola bowls and pastries.
Must order: The avocado toast and the single-origin filter
Address: 1 Place Albon, 69001 Lyon
Bartholome in Lyon's 1er on Rue Sergent Blandan runs California-style brunch every day with pancakes, waffles, Benedict and homemade pastries alongside.
Order: Eggs Benedict on house brioche with herb hollandaise
Tip: Weekend slots fill fast; the weekday €21 formula is the value entry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
