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L'Orignal

Old Montreal
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L'Orignal Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Restaurant L'Orignal opened in the winter of 2008 to a warm welcome from locals and tourist alike. The room is decked out in chalet decor, and is a little getaway to the country...in the middle of Old Montreal. The kitchen turns out local farm dishes with a modern look. With fun play lists and our variety of cocktails, L'Orignal is a little bit more just your local restaurant.

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4.6182 ratings
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Reviews for L'Orignal

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on Google4.5 (700+)
*as of 2026-04-01
4.6182 ratings
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Display Allcozy(21) recommend(19) burger(16) bison(13) poutine(12) dessert(12) beef(11) oysters(11) highly recommend(10) bone marrow(9) specials(9) truffle(9)

Review Summary

Reviews describe L'Orignal as a warm, cozy spot with cabin-like charm where the food is consistently exceptional and the service attentive and friendly. Diners praise standout dishes such as poutine with truffle, bone marrow, mushroom toast, tagliatelle, braised beef cheek, and highly regarded specials, with many noting that the menu offers both comforting favorites and refined flavors. The atmosphere is intimate and welcoming, suitable for date nights, small groups, family gatherings, and celebrations like birthdays and New Year toasts, while the staff are frequently described as on point and accommodating. The restaurant is often called a hidden gem and a top choice in the city, though a few comments mention smaller portions or higher prices relative to the plate, and one review recalls a service lapse during a busy night. Overall, the impression across reviews is that L'Orignal delivers elevated comfort food in a cozy setting and remains a go-to for guests visiting Montreal.
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Jessica
5.0

Highly recommend for a cozy dinner. We shared the mushroom toast, Brussels sprouts, tagliatelle, salmon special, & the sticky toffee. Dishes are on the smaller side but the flavours & quality outweigh the size. Service was fantastic, too.

Dec 30, 2025
on Google
Maria
5.0

We had an absolutely wonderful dining experience! I ordered the braised beef cheek & it was incredibly tender, full of flavor, & cooked to perfection. My husband had the bison tomahawk & he was genuinely amazed - easily one of the best meals he's had in a long time.

The place itself is very cozy, almost like a warm & inviting chalet, which made the whole evening feel even more special.

To top it all off, the chef came by our table to say hi, & he was truly awesome & friendly, passionate, & clearly proud of his craft.

Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for exceptional food, a cozy atmosphere, & a memorable experience!

Nov 15, 2025
on Google
Jack
5.0

Awesome spot. Michael gave us a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommend.

Oct 10, 2025
on Google
Ryan
5.0

Ate here tonight, every dish was amazing!

Oysters, sweetbreads, bone marrow, halibut special.

Highly recommend! Excellent service

Sep 25, 2025
on Google
Anna
5.0

We recently had a work dinner at L'Orignal & everyone loved it! The ambiance was warm & inviting, the food was outstanding, & the service was top notch. We even bought the sweatshirts to commemorate the evening as everyone enjoyed it so much. Would highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion.

Sep 22, 2025
on Google
R
5.0

The food was excellent 👌 Service excellent.Beautiful cozy place highly recommended will be going back.👍

Sep 21, 2025
on Google
Trent
5.0

We were here for dinner with colleagues & everything was excellent. We had many of the menu items & all of it was great. The service was also amazing. Above & beyond on a very busy night. Highly recommend!

Jun 28, 2025
on Google
Karonhianoron
5.0

All the specials are amazing. Highly recommend, every time is better than before.

May 3, 2025
on Google
Stephen
5.0

Wonderful place for foodies, perfect food, ambiance, & service. Highly recommend if you are looking for something intimate!

Feb 2, 2024
on Google
Richie
5.0

We had a delicious dinner here at L’Orignal! Seating is a bit tight, but when we asked for a more private table, we were accommodated which showed great care for their customers. The service staff was excellent & the experience was levelled up even more by the delicious food. Very unique menu with new flavour profiles for us. Highly recommended!

Sep 22, 2023
on Google
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