Restaurants near Gare de Lyon in Paris, our top picks

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Looking for a restaurant near Gare de Lyon in Paris before catching a train? Here are our top picks and recommendations for restaurants in the area!

Located in the 12th arrondissement, Gare de Lyon is one of the largest train stations in Paris. If you have a train to catch at this station, you may want to grab a last bite to eat at a restaurant near the station before leaving Paris! 

Or perhaps you simply live near Gare de Lyon and want to enjoy a nice meal with friends or family? Either way, we have the solution for you with a multitude of great places to eat not too far from Gare de Lyon.

To make sure you don't miss your train, note that none of these places are more thana 20-25 minute walk from the station. Now all that's left is to choose what you're going to eat. Are you in the mood for a naughty pizza or plump Chinese dumplings? Delicious Texas-style smoked meats or traditional French cuisine? A delicious burrata or a veggie burger? Or perhaps some Portuguese street food? 

As you can see, there are countless restaurants around Gare de Lyon. Here are some of our favorites

Restaurants near Gare de Lyon in Paris, our top picks:

JinMI : À proximité de la Gare de Lyon, l’authentique bistro coréen traditionnel du 12ᵉ arrondissement de ParisJinMI : À proximité de la Gare de Lyon, l’authentique bistro coréen traditionnel du 12ᵉ arrondissement de ParisJinMI : À proximité de la Gare de Lyon, l’authentique bistro coréen traditionnel du 12ᵉ arrondissement de ParisJinMI : À proximité de la Gare de Lyon, l’authentique bistro coréen traditionnel du 12ᵉ arrondissement de Paris JinMI: An Authentic Traditional Korean Bistro in the Heart of the 12th Arrondissement
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The unique atmosphere of Australia comes to Paris thanks to Fitzroy! To be discovered in the 11th arrondissement, this new hybrid and federative place, described as a real "Public House", evolves with the hours. From the morning coffee shop to the evening concerts and the unmissable weekend brunch... Fitzroy will surprise many! [Read more]

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Comptoir Veggie, la cantine végétalienne du 12e arrondissementComptoir Veggie, la cantine végétalienne du 12e arrondissementComptoir Veggie, la cantine végétalienne du 12e arrondissementComptoir Veggie, la cantine végétalienne du 12e arrondissement Comptoir Veggie, the vegan canteen of the 12th district
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Papo Paris 11Papo Paris 11Papo Paris 11Papo Paris 11 Papo, tasty Portuguese street food in the 11th arrondissement
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GiorgioGiorgioGiorgioGiorgio Giorgio, Dalmata's signature Italian restaurant
Giorgio is the name of the 100% Italian gourmet address created by Gruppo Dalmata. Join us in Paris's 11th arrondissement to get to know this new spot and experience a space-time journey as festive as it is gourmet. [Read more]

Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.

Bon appétit and bon voyage! 

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