De Rode Koe - Lille

I found this restaurant on the internet prior to visiting Lille. As a vegetarian, I often struggle in northern France. I could not recommend this place highly enough. Really delicious food, lovely wine and very good staff. Even my meat-eating friend was impressed. If only there were more places like this in Lille.

If you're vegetarian or vegan this restaurant definitely deserves a spot on your must visit list while in Lille. Their menu focuses mainly on meat-free cuisine, although they do serve a few dishes with meat as well, such as beef hamburgers and fish risotto. Our waiter told us everything served is organic and locally sourced. Definitely good value for money. We wouldn't hesitate to return if we decide to visit Lille again.

Wat een heerlijke lunch in het centrum van Lille. Een warme ontvangst, goed bereide gerechten en een origineel en modern interieur What a lovely lunch in the middle of Lille, near the big church. A warm welcome, excellent prepared dished combined with a fresh, modern and warm interiour

We found out about this place from our landlord and he told us it was nothing flash but good value.....and it exceeded our expectations. Really good vegan food. Risotto was the best.

Having had a late breakfast , we had been in no hurry to find a place for lunch. When we felt hungry, we found we had left it too late for several restaurants we went into told us just that - despite 15 minutes left of their stated hours. They must be doing too well!We were lucky however for we chanced on De Rode Koe which has extended hours. We were warmly welcomed and found the menu to our liking with something a bit different. My son had a homemade burgher and I had a tasty omelette. A carafe of wine rounded the meal off. Clearly people know about this restaurant as there was a steady flow of diners - nearly all local. A charming place.