Le Vivarais Restaurant
Institution Traditional Classic
Le Vivarais
Ainay, Presqu'île (2e)
$$$
MOF-run Place Gailleton bouchon founded by a Vivarais mère
Restaurant
Café Comptoir Abel
Lyon's oldest bouchon, serving in the same rooms since 1726
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Maison Abel traces its table back to 1726, making this the oldest bouchon in the city. Waxed parquet, carved woodwork, vast foxed mirrors and decades of collected objects give it the air of a lived-in museum. The kitchen holds the line on the canon: handmade pike quenelle, volaille aux morilles, gratin d'écrevisses. A bourgeois bistro rather than a rowdy one.
Editor's Tip
The quenelle here is a reference version. More refined and pricier than the communal-table bouchons.
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Café Comptoir Abel, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Café Comptoir Abel?
Café Comptoir Abel is located in Ainay, Presqu'île (2e), Lyon, 25 rue Guynemer, 69002 Lyon.
What is Café Comptoir Abel best for?
Café Comptoir Abel is especially popular for Long Lunch, Dinner, Couples.
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