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L'Orignal

Old Montreal
4.6$$$ & $$$$
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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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Elizabeth
5.0

Le steak & les huîtres étaient absolument délicieux & l'ambiance est très amicale, tranquille & agréable. Bonne service aussi. Beaucoup recommandé. 👌🏻

Jan 19, 2024
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Erik
5.0

Warm atmosphere. Very pleasant service & attentive. Accommodating of English & friendly service, also delicious bison burger would recommend. Very good!

Nov 3, 2023
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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
A.
5.0

After reading many reviews & consulting friends who frequent Montreal, I picked this spot for our 5th wedding anniversary. There were 6 of us for dinner on a busy Saturday night.

The restaurant is exactly as described - cozy & chic. Every person we interacted with was lovely & friendly. I value service as much as great food, & we weren't let down in either department. I had the bison burger & absolutely loved it. My husband had the schnitzel, & it was moist & extremely generous in its portion. I made a huge mistake by not ordering dessert; I got the last bite of our friends' crème brulee cheesecake & it was one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life.

I can't recommend this place enough! Thank you Michael & everyone for an amazing night!!

Aug 28, 2023
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Foodie
1 Review
5.0

Une fois de plus une expérience mémorable de l'accueil au service je le recommande vivement & c'est à refaire... un service impeccable que ce soit au bar où le barman nous a servi des huitres absolument divines au cocktail & par la suite pour le souper nous avons optés pour le gibier sauvage dans une sauce savoureuse, savamment assaisonnée avec pleurote, épinard & patate grelot & canneberge....la liste des vins est extraordinaire pour accompagner le tout & pour couronner le repas une crème glacée fait maison, l'Orignal est désormais mon restaurant favori. Bravo à toute l'équipe vous êtes exceptionnelle. Merci :)

Jul 23, 2014
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