La Nef des Fous, French restaurant in Vieux Lyon, France.
La Nef des Fous is a French restaurant in Lyon's old town featuring a dining room decorated with antique furnishings and eccentric pieces. The space includes ornate throne-like chairs and an aquarium housed in a repurposed bathtub, creating an unusual backdrop for dining.
The name comes from a painting by Hieronymus Bosch depicting gluttony and human folly. This artistic reference links the restaurant's focus on food with a deeper allegorical meaning.
The restaurant sits on Rue du Boeuf, a street known for its strong culinary tradition in Lyon. The décor with antique furnishings and unusual elements creates a distinctive setting for diners who value character and personality in their dining experience.
The restaurant opens in the evening and offers set menus alongside individual dishes for order. It is advisable to book ahead since seating is limited and the place attracts regular customers.
The chef prepares several dishes using smoking techniques in a dedicated smoking room. Smoked specialties such as duck breast and salmon appear regularly on the menu and draw attention from food-focused visitors.
Location: Lyon
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: 5 Rue du Bœuf, 69005 Lyon, France
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 19:00-22:30
Phone: +33478427367
Email: lanefdesfous@hotmail.fr
Website: https://la-nef-des-fous.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.76313,4.82741
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47
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