Agastache

The story

Agastache Lyon – Bib Gourmand Bistronomie in Lyon 6e | Wattafork

A name rooted in nature

Agastache takes its name from a perennial herb with a pronounced aniseed flavour. The choice is deliberate: the kitchen here draws inspiration from the natural world, letting plants and seasonal produce take centre stage. The result is a style the team describes as "bistronomique" — a relaxed bistro setting paired with the precision and ambition of fine dining.

Located on rue Duguesclin in Lyon's 6th arrondissement, the restaurant has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand, a recognition reserved for establishments that offer good quality, good value cooking. It is a fitting nod to the balance Agastache strikes between accessible prices and thoughtful, ingredient-led cooking.

What to expect

The menu changes with the seasons, reflecting what is available from local growers and markets. While the website does not list specific dishes, the restaurant has featured plant-based recipes at events such as the Lyon Street Food Festival, where it offered two vegetable-based creations described as "bien gourmandes" — a clear signal that the kitchen treats vegetables with the same richness and depth as any protein.

The dining room is equipped with air conditioning, offers outdoor seating in warmer months, and is wheelchair accessible. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and can accommodate private parties and events. Takeaway and delivery are also available.

A warm, unpretentious address

Agastache is the kind of restaurant that feels both considered and welcoming. The cooking is grounded in nature, the service is professional without being stiff, and the Bib Gourmand badge confirms what regulars already know: this is a place where you eat very well without breaking the bank. Whether you are in Lyon for a weekend or live around the corner, it is an address worth bookmarking.