Croix-Rousse caviar

Croix-Rousse caviar is a Lyon specialty full of character, served with delight at the famous Café des Fédérations bouchon. Don’t be mistaken: this isn’t real caviar, but lentils accompanied by pickled shallots, a simple and tasty treat. It owes its name to...

Braillon andouillettes

Since 1872, Café des Fédérations has been promoting the spirit of Lyon’s bouchon restaurants: sincere, generous cuisine deeply rooted in Lyon’s traditions. A true institution, this iconic establishment has always championed authentic flavors and respect...

Crevelle de canut (“silk worker’s brains”)

Cervelle de canut is not actually made from brains! It is actually a seasoned fresh cheese made from fromage blanc, herbs, shallots, vinegar, and sometimes oil. It has a creamy texture and is often enjoyed on toast, as an appetizer, or at the famous Café des...

Little counter rituals at Café des Fédérations

In Lyon, the counter of a bouchon is not just a place to have a drink: it is a real hub of life, a theater of Lyon-style conviviality. From early in the morning, regulars can be found there drinking coffee and reading the newspaper, leaning on the zinc bar, while...

Groups at the Café des Fédérations

A true Lyon institution, the Café des Fédérations is more than just a bouchon: it is a welcoming home where people love to gather around a large table, in the purest Lyon tradition. Here, the generosity of gastronomy meets the warmth of hospitality, creating...