Takao Takano’s restaurant occupies a discreet address on rue Malesherbes in Lyon’s sixth arrondissement. The chef’s approach centres on ingredients and the progression of a meal, bringing Japanese sensibility to contemporary French cooking. It is a place to consider when the meal itself is the main event.
The restaurant’s own presentation describes a personal culinary language rather than a fixed collection of signature dishes. That makes the current menu and reservation information more useful than an old list of plates. Seasonal changes are part of the proposition, and any dietary requirements should be discussed directly with the team before committing to a booking.
The address is close to the Foch area, on the eastern side of the Rhône. Service is listed on Monday evening and at lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Friday. The official website provides the route to reservations. A current menu price was not established in this research, so consult the restaurant for the available formats and their cost.
33 rue Malesherbes, 69006 Lyon, France. Official website and reservations.
Practical information checked on 7 October 2026 against the restaurant’s published information. Menus, prices and opening times may change.
Book directly with the restaurant.