Oto-oto Izakaya, Japanese restaurant in Guillotière district, Lyon, France
Oto-oto Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant in Lyon's 7th district serving traditional Japanese dishes in a space with wooden details and individual dining alcoves. The menu features classic preparations in an interior designed for intimate group gatherings.
This establishment became Lyon's first izakaya-style restaurant, introducing an authentic Japanese dining concept to the city's food scene. The opening marked a turning point for Japanese food culture in this French gastronomic hub.
The establishment reflects the authentic izakaya tradition where people gather after work to share food and drinks in a casual setting. The wooden interior design echoes this Japanese social dining approach.
The restaurant operates Wednesday through Sunday with distinct service times for lunch and dinner. Booking ahead is advisable, especially if you prefer one of the semi-private dining alcoves, as seating space is limited.
The dining alcoves are designed as semi-private spaces that evoke traditional Japanese cave settings, creating an unusual home-like dining experience. This spatial design sets it apart from typical restaurant layouts found elsewhere in the city.
Location: Lyon 7e Arrondissement
Location: Lyon
Address: 15 Rue d'Aguesseau, 69007 Lyon, France
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 12:00-14:00, 19:00-22:00
Phone: +33437378423
Website: https://oto-oto.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.75419,4.84108
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:48
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