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Lyon cafes for must visit

Reviewed cafes in Lyon where must visit is a real reason to go, not just a minor extra.

2 reviewed cafés Last edited Aug 2026 Full Lyon coffee guide

Must Visit picks

One of the few stops in this city worth planning a coffee visit around.

Croix-Rousse, Lyon

Must Visit House Roaster Pour Over Beans & Gear

Foundational Lyon house roaster for espresso, slow coffee, changing origins, retail beans, and brewing gear in a compact Croix-Rousse tasting shop.

Jacobins / Presqu'île, Lyon

Must Visit Strong Brunch Atmospheric Pour Over

Central Lyon coffee house for New Zealand-influenced espresso, manual filter, daily brunch, house-made cakes, and a richly detailed room.

Recognised • 2026

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City: Lyon Intent: Must Visit