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Ninkasi - Gratte-ciel
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
Ninkasi Gratte-Ciel is your go-to spot in Villeurbanne for craft beer lovers who also want a solid meal. The industrial-chic space buzzes with energy, especially during their daily happy hour (5-8pm) when you can sample nearly their entire beer list at a discount. Come for the XXL burgers and salads, stay for the live music, karaoke nights, and blind tests that keep the vibe lively well into the evening. The Sunday brunch is a local favorite—think hearty plates and bottomless mimosas to cap off the weekend. It’s not a quiet, refined spot; it’s loud, friendly, and built for groups. If you’re after a place where the beer flows freely, the food is filling, and the entertainment rotates weekly, this is it.
Known For
- •daily happy hour (5-8pm)
- •XXL burgers and salads
- •Sunday brunch
- •live music and karaoke nights
Best For
group hangoutsweekend brunchafter-work drinks
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 10, 2026
Craft Beer & Good Vibes in Villeurbanne
Ninkasi Gratte-Ciel is the kind of place where you can kick back with a local craft beer and not worry about dress codes or pretension. The industrial interior, with its exposed brick and metal accents, sets a relaxed tone that’s perfect for unwinding after work or catching up with friends. Their happy hour is a real draw—every day from 5 to 8pm, you can try almost their entire beer selection at a reduced price, which is rare in this part of Lyon.
Food-wise, they keep it simple but satisfying: XXL burgers, big salads, and a Sunday brunch that’s become a neighborhood ritual. The entertainment lineup keeps things interesting, with weekly blind tests, karaoke chorales, and local band performances. It’s not always quiet, and service can slow down when it’s packed, but that’s part of the charm. It’s a true local haunt where the focus is on good beer, good food, and good company.