Racine

Cuisine

Modern Cuisine

Michelin

bib_gourmand

Price

€

Website

https://www.racinerestaurant-lyon.com/

Description

Nestled in a discreet cul-de-sac, Racine creatively explores local ingredients, without excluding a few more exotic touches. This large, modern bistro serves seasonal cuisine at affordable prices. Meticulous work can be seen in the pineapple tartare with satay ice cream, black pollack confit with coconut milk, or Holstein sirloin with celeriac mousseline. This down-to-earth, friendly and contemporary place is ideal for an accessible, well-executed meal.

Review score

3.8

Review count

80

Review summary

Located in Gentilly, Racine is renowned for its stunning Art Deco interior and vintage atmosphere, though reviews are polarized. Food quality varies; some praise the refined French dishes like duck fillet and onion pie, while others find the cuisine mediocre or poorly paced. Service is inconsistent, ranging from friendly and efficient to dismissive or rushed, with occasional complaints about late wine service. Although the venue is visually impressive and popular with tourists, some guests feel it lacks value for money. Reservations are essential due to high demand, but diners should manage expectations regarding culinary consistency and service attentiveness.

Best for

Suitable for diners prioritizing historic architectural aesthetics and social media appeal, but those expecting consistent culinary quality and attentive service should proceed with caution.

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