Le Fossile sur Lille

I ordered the steak because it is said to be the signature dish, and it certainly is a style I’ve never seen before. They debone the steak with a knife and serve it like rib meat, preparing it right next to you as if it were a performance. The signature steak comes with French fries, a sauce that looks like vegetables simmered together—probably ratatouille—bread, and a small salad. The steak was unique, and the accompanying items were generous, so I really enjoyed the meal. I also ordered an asparagus dish as an appetizer, which was delicious as well. Best of all, the weather was nice, and it was great to eat outdoors in a great atmosphere. It seems like a good place to feel like you’re on a trip to France while enjoying wine and steak in the sunshine.

We came from Toulouse to see friends, and we weren't disappointed. A friendly atmosphere and excellent service. A remarkable wine list. High-quality meat.

A friendly and welcoming atmosphere in a typical old Lille building. Friendly staff and a tempting menu! The ingredients are fresh and the specialties are simply irresistible. The side dishes complement the main courses perfectly! As for the wines, the extensive list will delight wine lovers! Le Fossile is an institution that comes highly recommended!

A truly highly recommended restaurant. The service was unparalleled and very professional, the food was excellent, and the welcome was very warm. A+++

Delicious! Great atmosphere and service.

It was a really nice place, it's gone down a lot

This address, considered a must for lovers of good taste and meat aficionados, has definitively won me over; Le Fossile is undoubtedly a restaurant where you can experience excellence, to put it simply: where you can rub shoulders with the angels! Not only does it boast a rich wine list, but its cellar is overflowing with exceptional wines, magical beers, and above all, a very rare selection of whiskies! Compared to the flashy and deceptive South, no! Lille is not that supposedly "dreary city" of the North! On the contrary, its charms are authentic and welcoming. For the true connoisseur of the good life, ignoring it would be a foolish mistake. But one that can be rectified...

A very warm welcome and excellent food. A very enjoyable experience.

A very nice experience. The meat was excellent, the staff very professional. The setting is pleasant.

Excellent meat at a very reasonable price, generous portions. Impeccable service and friendly waiters 👍 The basement dining room isn't great and has no windows.