Sézam & Co, Lebanese restaurant in Lyon, France
Sézam & Co is a Lebanese restaurant in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, a short walk from Place Bellecour. The menu covers mezze, shawarma, falafel, and freshly baked flatbreads, with many dishes prepared in full view of the counter.
The restaurant was founded by owners who wanted to bring Lebanese cooking to Lyon at a time when Middle Eastern food was harder to find in the city. It has since built a following among locals looking for food that stays close to traditional recipes.
Sézam & Co is known for its manakish, a Lebanese flatbread baked fresh in the oven each day. Guests can watch the bread being made at the counter, which gives the meal something of the feel of a street stall in Beirut.
The restaurant has both a dining room and a counter for takeaway, making it a good option for a quick lunch or a longer sit-down meal. It can fill up at peak times, so arriving early or booking ahead is worth considering.
The restaurant also offers a catering service for private events and gatherings, which is uncommon among restaurants of this type in Lyon. Groups or anyone planning a special occasion can order a full menu of flatbreads, wraps, or mezze platters in advance.
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