Kid-friendly cafes and restaurants in Lyon

What we kept

32 cafes and restaurants in Lyon kept for how they welcome families: play corner, high chairs, kids' menu, family brunch or stroller-friendly cafe, depending on the place. The Lyon places are tested by local parents and then checked (address, photo, opening). Ratings and review counts shown are Google's. Always check hours before you go.

With a kids' corner in Lyon

Anahera : Coffee shop and urban oasis in La Guillotière with vegetarian food, a designer shop and Saturday brunch. The venue is listed as stroller accessible and hosts private events such as birthdays.

L'Atelier du Ruck : Restaurant of The Ruck hotel in Gerland, known for its weekend brunch. According to the tourist office, children are looked after by an entertainer in a dedicated room while parents eat.

Belle Lurette : A canteen-cum-guinguette set in a former Lyon bouchon in Vaise, serving daily bowls, seasonal dishes and desserts to share. Children have a kids corner with toys and books, and the back courtyard turned winter garden is a pleasant spot to unwind.

Tandem : A coffee shop in Lyon's 3rd arrondissement that doubles as an object boutique, popular for its welcome and its hot chocolate. Families feel at ease: a separate mezzanine with books and games lets children play while parents stay at the table.

Bikube : Mediterranean restaurant in a residence-hotel in Lyon 3, open seven days a week with a terrace and weekend brunch. According to CitizenKid it offers high chairs, changing tables, a kids' menu and an activity corner, with a free workshop on the first Sunday of the month.

Café Pimpon : A small café-canteen in Lyon's 7th arrondissement, right opposite the fire station, where children get toys, books and a play kitchen while parents have their coffee.

Family brunches in Lyon

Les Papas Sucrés : Tea room and brunch spot on rue Sala run by two pastry cooks, with pancakes, avocado toast and homemade pastries. The mood stays calm and cosy, which suits well-behaved children or babies in strollers.

Little Petits Gâteaux : Small tea room in Ainay specialising in homemade cupcakes and cakes, with breakfast, lunch and brunch options. Local tourism sources mention high chairs and a changing table, so it is easy to visit with a baby or young child.

Milk & Pug : American-style brunch café in Old Lyon with fluffy pancakes, bagels and waffles in a warm setting. CitizenKid lists kids' brunch options.

The People Lyon, restaurant : Restaurant-bar of a hostel set in a former Croix-Rousse school, with a courtyard terrace. It describes itself as kid friendly with a dedicated kids' menu, and family directories list a weekend brunch.

Madame Louve : Brunch café in Ainay known for its French toast brioche, sweet or savoury. A kids' brunch called Louveteau is offered at a reduced price, with a drink, brioche and granola.

Pimprenelle : Colourful, cosy tartine bar and tea room in central Lyon. A calm spot for a family break near Bellecour.

More places that welcome children

Joséphine : Artisan ice cream parlour and tea room on place Sathonay, with brunch, salads and crêpes. According to CitizenKid, high chairs, small tables with paper and coloured pencils and a changing table are available.

Moi j'm'en fous, je triche : Volunteer-run board-game café on the Croix-Rousse slopes with over 900 games to play.

Lulla : A seventies-style sandwich shop on rue Masséna, making its sandwiches with bread from the neighbouring bakery. For kids, the children's sandwich costs 6 euros and comes with a free drink, and the mini grilled cheese with fior di latte suits small appetites.

Le Café Imaginaire : Neighbourhood café in Lyon 8 with a dedicated children's corner so the whole family feels comfortable.

Yakapiocher : Family board-game bar on the Croix-Rousse slopes with about 450 games freely available for all ages.

Mama Shelter Lyon : Restaurant of the Mama Shelter hotel with a kids' menu, high chairs and a summer terrace.

MOB Hotel Lyon Confluence : Organic restaurant of the MOB hotel on the Saône riverbank in the Confluence district, with homemade pizzas and a terrace. According to the tourist office, the Sunday brunch is an all-you-can-eat buffet with a child rate and free entry for the youngest.

Brasserie Zucca : Brasserie in the Cité Internationale facing the Parc de la Tête d'Or, with a large terrace and a Sunday brunch from 11:30 to 15:00. The tourist office mentions a Zuzu Kids Club for ages 3 to 12 during brunch, not confirmed on the restaurant's website, so check by phone.