Lyon Hall

Came here last minute with my roommates, as the other restaurant we planned to dine at fell through. I have heard about Lyon Hall, but did not expect it to be as nice and fancy. I for some reason thought it was more of a bar scene, but was nicely surprised. It was restaurant week when we came, so they were offering a $55 3-course meal special. We opted out and just decided to order off the normal menu. I was surprised with how quickly they sat us. The hostess was very nice, however, our server we felt was not as attentive to our table. We went through a majority of our dinner with empty waters. I had a large lunch so I decided not to get an entree, but instead get their tuna tartare and the caesar salad. I was really looking forward to the salad, but unfortunately i did not enjoy it as much as I hope. It was not made with romaine lettuce as I am used to, and it was drenched in dressing to the point where it was a little hard to eat. However, the tuna tartare I could not recommend enough. It was a nice mix of flavors, and was filling.

Lyon Hall has long been a local favorite of mine, and while my recent order was enjoyable, it didn't quite live up to the high standards I've experienced in the past. I had a larger order this time as I was hosting some friends, and here's my take:**Vin Blanc Mussels** (garlic, crème fraîche, shallot, parsley, spinach) These mussels were fantastic! I highly recommend ordering extra French bread to soak up the flavorful broth. The portion size was generous and easily shared among 2-3 people. However, the packaging could use some improvement. The mussels leaked quite a bit and weren't sealed properly, which made transporting them a bit of a mess. I understand that mussels aren't typically a takeout-friendly dish, but I think a little more thought could go into the packaging for TOGO orders.**Pan-Seared Scallops** (toasted fregola, sautéed kale, pickled apple, fennel-lobster bisque) While the scallops were perfectly cooked, the dish as a whole didn't quite hit the mark for me. The pickled apple was too tart, overpowering the other flavors and making the balance of the dish feel off. I'd definitely order their scallops again, but I'll likely skip this particular combination of sides next time.**French Onion Soup** This was solid--nothing extraordinary, but still a comforting classic. The cheese was a nice touch, and I enjoyed it overall.Overall, Lyon Hall remains a great spot, but this order didn't quite measure up to some of my past experiences. Also, when I went to pick up my order the interior was beautifully decorated, so recommend eating in if you can during the holiday season.

Gone way downhill-- I visited Lyon Hall for the first time in four months since I moved out of state, and the food has gone way downhill. My boyfriend's filet medallions were rare instead of medium rare, my seafood pasta was in a slimy and muted sauce with an overcooked quail egg. The food seemed like it had been under a heat lamp for some time. I used to come and enjoy their crisp martinis and fresh, flavorful food, but tonight left much to be desired. However, the service is always amazing, the ambience great, and wonderful music as always. I hope tonight was just an off night for the kitchen.

I went for a Sunday afternoon happy hour with a friend. I had a glass of champagne. She had an upper all spritz we shared a dozen oysters and a lamb burger. The burger was perfectly cooked and delicious. The oysters were fresh and clean. The vibe was professional and relaxed. I will definitely be back.

This is a regular brunch spot for our family. The food is always excellent, and the menu incorporates seasonal updates. The oyster happy hour is a must! Great service all the time!

Wish I tried this place sooner - best table bread and butter I have EVER TRIED! no exaggeration. Came here on the last day of restaurant week per recommendation from my sister, and tried a number of dishes. Aside from the delicious tableside bread, we tried the grilled octopus and escargot for appetizers. Both were great, very heavy handed with the flavors though. I love the pistachios as part of the escargot. And hefty portion of tender octopus as well - very worth it! The mains were not as impressive, as we ordered the pork schnitzel and filet medallions. Both were decent, but the bed of veggies the schnitzel sat on felt like frozen bagged veggies. And the filets were over salted. We also ordered a side of fried artichoke hearts, which came with a delicious garlic aioli. For dessert, we got the red velvet cake, but it was nothing special. Overall, very impressed by the appetizers, and the ambiance inside is nice as well. Come here for the bread!!

Every time I dine here, I get an exceptional experience thanks to the excellent service and delicious food. We made a reservation on a Thursday night and were promptly seated outside when we arrived. They have an extensive drink menu and we decided to try the sangria specials. Both were divine! The second one was bright and fruity - perfect for a summer evening outside. I ordered my favorite dish - Thai curry mussels. The dish never fails to please. The fresh mussels were cooked to perfection and the flavors of the broth were balanced and delicious. My date ordered the plat du jour which was fish and chips. It was perhaps one of the best fish and chips we've had! Our server CHRISTINA was fantastic! She was professional, friendly and attentive. Making sure our glasses weren't empty and we were happy with our meal.The runners were just as friendly. Our runner accidentally dropped one piece of fish before placing the plate on the table. He quickly apologized and promised to be back with another. Several minutes later, he returned with 2 more pieces! Reservations are highly recommended for this restaurant. You won't be disappointed!

Really best food around, absolutely great service and nice ambiance, perfect place for any celebration....

I got the thai curry musells with fries and WOW it was worth it! the quantity was huge of the mussels! i will 100p just come back for the mussels! it was AMAZING and so flavorful and so fun to eat as well! the fries were not as great but the mussels made up for the fries! the service was pretty fast at the place and they were super accomodating for my friend who had a kid as well! the ambiance was pretty coool! it was more upscale but not to the point where you had to really dress up!100000p would come back and recommend to anyone

Lyon is an amazing Clarendon details staple. Never seems to age, with just the right mix of food, atmosphere and fun. Can't beat the experience