Le Train Bleu
A Belle Époque palace-style restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, featuring magnificent frescoes and gold leaf, famous for its tableside carving and flambé desserts.
Opened in 1900 as the station's grand buffet, this restaurant is located above the tracks of Hall 1 at Gare de Lyon, accessible via a grand staircase or elevator. The dining room is a registered historical monument, adorned with gold leaf, chandeliers, and 41 frescoes depicting cities along the PLM railway line. In partnership with renowned chef Michel Rostang, the menu focuses on rich, sauce-heavy dishes, with highlights including roasted leg of lamb carved tableside, rum baba, and flambéed crêpes. The "Traveler Menu" is priced at around €54 and served within 45 minutes, making it suitable for those catching a train; the "PLM Menu" is around €74. No train ticket is required, and luggage can be kept next to your seat. Booking in advance is highly recommended during peak season; if fully booked, the lounge bar is an alternative.
Opening hours
Daily Lunch 11:15-14:30, Dinner 19:00-22:30; Lounge 07:30-22:30
Nearby sights
- Le Marais & Place des Vosges
- Canal Saint-Martin
- Notre-Dame de Paris
- Père Lachaise Cemetery
- Shakespeare and Company
- Panthéon
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Latin Quarter & Saint-Germain-des-Prés