Le Train Bleu

Top 1% of restaurants in Paris
7/10

What the experts agree on

Tucked inside Gare de Lyon, this Belle Époque landmark dazzles with hand-painted ceilings, chandeliers, and vintage frescoes—a must-see setting matched by classic French brasserie fare like Lyonnais sausage.

11 expert reviews

“Like something "out of a film set", what must be one of "the world's finest restaurants in a train station" boasts a "magnificent" turn-of-the-last-century setting.”

– Zagat

DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Upscale brasserie cuisine such as hot Lyonnais sausage, with excellent pastries. The Belle Époque decor is a landmark."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A halt at this sumptuous belle epoque establishment is a must even if you're not going anywhere."
Time Out Time Out
"This listed dining room - with vintage frescoes and big oak benches - exudes a pleasant air of expectation." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
""En voiture !"."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A French restaurant nestled within the Gare de Lyon railway station...you'll need a reservation to dine under the hand-painted ceilings and intricate chandeliers of this Belle Époque-style masterpiece"
Paris Travel Guide
July 2, 2021
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Start us off with an overview.It's hard to believe one of Paris' most serene, picturesque and dignified restaurants is also located within one of its busiest train stations, but Le Train..." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"In the Gare de Lyon, this venerable vestige of the late nineteenth century promises a dazzling décor and satisfying classic French food." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Paris's grandest Belle Époque beauty, hidden within the Gare de Lyon train station, has been fully restored to a culinary status almost befitting its eye-popping decor. The menu of French..." Full review
The Infatuation The Infatuation
"Train stations aren’t typically destinations for quality dining, but this Belle Epoque brasserie, located inside Gare de Lyon since 1900, works hard to deliver a memorable experience,..." Full review
The Guardian The Guardian
"Start a journey with a drink at the Gare de Lyon's famous Le Train Bleu, share a picnic and stories with fellow passengers before turning in for a comfortable sleep"


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