When looking for an all-you-can-eat restaurant, we often look for restaurants that give us a good value for our money. Here are my selections of the best all-you-can-eat places in Lyon, perfect for locals and tourists alike.
First things first, a map of every restaurants on the list:
Sushimasa
53 Rue de l’Université, 69007 Lyon, France
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Type of food: Japanese
Price: from €16 to €28
Asian food is quite popular when it comes to all-you-can-eat-restaurants, so Japanese food is appropriate for this type of restaurant.
The distinctive feature of this restaurant is actually quite common in Japan. There are no waiters; dishes are brought to you on a conveyor belt! Sushimasa provides an authentic Japanese atmosphere right in the center of Lyon.
Sushi, maki, sashimi… Japanese specialties are becoming more and more popular in Western culture, and this restaurant gives you the best raw fish there is. If these are not your cup of tea, you’re sure to find something among the varieties of skewers, grilled food, and noodles the restaurant serves.
Sushimasa is the perfect place to have a good meal in a warm and friendly atmosphere at a low price.
We love: The conveyor belt, also called Kaiten-sushi, which is common in sushi restaurants in Japan.
We like: Typical Japanese dishes are available as an alternative to the all-you-can-eat menu for light eaters.
Yummy Yummy
152 Cour Lafayette, 69003 Lyon, France
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Type of food: Chinese
Price: from €18.90 to €23.90
We are all familiar with Asian all-you-can-eat restaurants, most of which serve a mix of Japanese, Vietnamese, and Chinese food. This restaurant is way different.
Yummy Yummy gives you a taste of Chinese fondue, and you are the chef.
With a wide variety of sauces and dishes, including several kinds of meats and all kinds of vegetables, you can make your fondue to your liking. Spicy, sweet, sour… You decide on everything, and you can eat as much as you want.
It is a nice place to have a pleasant meal at a reasonable price.
We love: Creating a dish that is 100% to our liking.
We like: The authentic Chinese cuisine.
Website (in French)
Korean Barbecue – Bulgogi
10 rue Confort, 69002 Lyon, France
Type of food: Korean
Price: from €18 to €27
Barbecues are usually done in the summer with a bunch of friends. But when having a Korean barbecue, you don’t need to wait for summer. You can enjoy bulgogi in any season.
A very popular dish in Korea, bulgogi brings a lively and friendly atmosphere to the table.
It is as easy as ABC: you select fish, meat, and vegetables, then grill them on a hot plate at the center of your table.
Many side dishes and sauces are also available.
The atmosphere at this restaurant is perfect for all occasions, from a casual meal with friends to a professional dinner or first date.
We love: Enjoying an evening with friends as if we were at home.
We like: The typical Korean dishes with an excellent quality/price ratio.
Website (in French)
Noor Mahal
39 Avenue Lacassagne, 69003 Lyon, France
Type of food: Indian
Price: from €16.90 to €21.90
Indian food is always a delight. It is way different from our beloved French cuisine, but we like it so much that we would love to be able to eat as much of it as we want.
The all-you-can-eat Noor Mahal is the perfect place to get a taste of Indian cuisine.
You don’t have to go all the way to India to satisfy your spice cravings; you can find what you are looking for in the heart of Lyon.
Whether you opt for a server or eat from the buffet, the all-you-can-eat menu will meet your expectations with outstanding value-for-the-money dishes.
Tandoori chicken, cheese naan, tikka masala fish… These dishes and many more will give you what you are looking for rin terms of spices in an authentic and warm atmosphere.
We love: The staff that serves with the greatest of care.
We like: The food is 100% halal.
Website (in French)
Lezzet Istanbul
271 Route de Genas, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
Type of food: Turkish, Middle Eastern
Price: from €14.90 to €21.90
Traveling around the world is not always affordable, but food is a nice way to discover foreign cultures at a reasonable price. So let’s go to Ankara!
The restaurant Lezzet Istanbul and its all-you-can-eat menu are a great way to get an idea of what Turkish food is like. Come and enjoy a warm, authentic Turkish meal in a friendly atmosphere with attentive staff.
On the menu are çoban salad, hummus, chicken soup… all with mind-blowing flavors.
For diners with a sweet tooth, the restaurant also has a selection of Turkish pastries on the à la carte menu.
We love: Taking a culinary journey at an affordable price.
We like: The food is halal and gives you a good value for your money.
Le Rio Dizio
167 rue Duguesclin, 69006 Lyon, France
Type of food: Brazilian
Price: from €29
When we think of foreign foods, a few staples tend to come to mind: Italian, American, Japanese, Indian. If you are looking for something new, come and get a taste of Brazilian food at the all-you-can-eat restaurant Rio Dizio.
From dishes to desserts to drinks, everything about this restaurant will take you on a culinary journey to Brazil without ever leaving Lyon.
The Rio Dizio offers various all-you-can-eat dishes and is perfect for both hearty and light eaters.
You can enjoy a buffet of starters and side dishes followed by an assortment of skewers and meats served at your table. Eat as much as you want!
If you are still hungry, the restaurant has typical Brazilian desserts on the à la carte menu, giving you a good opportunity to taste Brazilian coconut flan.
We love: The all-you-can-eat service at your table.
We like: The high-quality meats.
Le Comptoir de Beyrouth
284, cours Lafayette, 69003 Lyon, France
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Type of food: Lebanese, Middle Eastern
Price: from €11.90
Lebanese food may not be the most popular, but Lebanese specialties are as good as any other traditional cuisine.
The team at Le Comptoir de Beyrouth welcomes you into a pleasant atmosphere where you can discover Lebanese cooking.
In this restaurant, you can have an endless supply of mezzes, which are small traditional Lebanese dishes such as moussaka, moutabal, or the famous falafels.
The variety of options will make you fall in love with this unique cuisine.
A beautiful culinary journey awaits you!
We love: The many vegetarian options.
We like: There is a menu that is appropriate for Ramadan.
Website (in French)
Le Zanotti Gourmand
3 rue des Remparts d’Ainay, 69002 Lyon, France
Type of food: Italian
Price: €22.90
Italian food is a culinary institution, and we love eating it. Le Zanotti Gourmand gives you a new way to enjoy Italian tradition.
Unique among Italian restaurants, this restaurant invites you to taste its homemade specialties, which are a far cry from the traditional industrial dishes.
An all-you-can-eat brunch is held on Sundays, so you can end the weekend with flavors that will make your head spin.
It is an excellent opportunity to taste typical Italian dishes in a quiet and cozy atmosphere.
We love: The large library that is available in the restaurant.
We like: The generous portions and desserts that are to die for.
Website (in French)
Les Marmottes
261 rue Vendôme, 69003 Lyon, France
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Type of food: Swiss
Price: €26
Whether it is winter or not, it is difficult to refuse a good raclette.
If you are used to having raclette in the evening at home, the one made by Les Marmottes might surprise you.
Raclette is an emblematic recipe from Switzerland, and it is traditionally prepared using a very specific device. Although quite different from what we prepare with our usual appliances, this version of raclette is perfect for spending a good evening with friends or family.
Just like at home, you can enjoy as much cheese and raclette as you like.
We love: The chalet that transports us to the Alps.
We like: The high-quality products from Haute-Savoie.
Flam’s Lyon
12 rue Tupin, 69002 Lyon, France
Type of food: Alsatian
Price: from €11.40 to €16.80
Flammekueche, or tarte flambée, is a traditional Alsatian dish made of a thin pastry, white cheese, cream, and topped with onions and bacon.
This seemingly simple dish will never cease to surprise you.
Flam’s specializes in flammekueche and has perfected it over their more than twenty-five years in business.
The uniqueness of this restaurant lies in the all-you-can-eat menu: you don’t have to choose between the traditional recipe and an alternative version, all of the various recipes are just waiting for you to taste them.
For a unique taste, I recommend the vegetarian primeur.
We love: The festive atmosphere and attentive staff.
We like: The vegetarian options.
Website (in French)
Le Grand Café de la Préfecture
10 rue Servient, 69003 Lyon, France
Type of food: English, French
Price: €25
This traditional French café turns into a French-English brunch on Sundays, and you can eat as much as you want.
Come and enjoy the unique brunch inspired by both English and French food.
The all-you-can-eat menu brings a nice ending to your weekend with a generous and high-quality meal in a pleasant setting.
We love: The atypical mix of English and French food.
We like: The all-you-can-eat artisan drinks and wine.
Website (in French)
La Fabrik
74 boulevard Jean XXIII, 69008 Lyon, France
Type of food: brasserie
Price: €21
This restaurant will satisfy the cravings of pizza enthusiasts. La Fabrik specializes in pizza recipes, the perfect dish for an evening with friends or family.
The all-you-can-eat menu is built around the many tempting pizzas made by the restaurant. You don’t have to choose between a queen Margherita or a 4-cheese pizza – you can try them both!
Drinks are also a part of the all-you-can-eat menu.
For a touch of sweetness, I recommend the delicious Honey Goat.
We love: The pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
We like: The completely all-you-can-eat menu with a variety of choices.
Website (in French)
Flunch
Flunch Lyon Limonest – Centre commercial Auchan, 69760 Limonest, France
Type of food: traditional
Price: from €11
Flunch is a classic among all-you-can-eat restaurants and is a safe bet for both adults and children.
With its all-you-can-eat side dishes, you are sure to leave with a full belly.
We love: The restaurant’s location is ideal for travelers.
We like: The wide range of dishes that will please the whole family.
Website (in French)
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