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L'Orignal
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L'Orignal

Old Montreal
4.6$$$ & $$$$
OPEN5 pm - 11 pm
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L'Orignal Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
RegionalMarketSeafood/FishFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesResto-Bar
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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Reviews for L'Orignal

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Review Summary

Reviews describe L'Orignal as a cozy, welcoming spot with a warm, cabin-like atmosphere and attentive, friendly service that makes dining feel special whether for a family meal or a night out. The menu shines with comfort-forward yet refined dishes such as bone marrow, oysters, mushroom toast, tagliatelle, Brussels sprouts, poutine with truffle, braised beef cheek, and a standout bison burger, with several guests raving about the chef's presence and the quality of the specials. The setting and vibe are repeatedly praised as charming and intimate, often noted as great for groups to share tapas or for a romantic or cozy dinner. Some comments mention portions can be on the smaller side or prices a bit high, and a few hiccups appeared in service or timing, but the overall impression is consistently positive: exceptional food, a warm atmosphere, and a memorable experience that guests are eager to repeat.
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Best time at original. Food 10/10, service 10/10
Come for the great vibes & great food

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Give these guys a Michelin

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

très belle expérience! merci au Chef Guillermo & des plats d'excellentes qualité .

Feb 6, 2026
on Google
5.0

Every time I eat at L'Orignal, I am blown away. It is quite possibly my favourite restaurant in the city at this point. From the amazing food, to the outstanding service, to the cozy decor, this place always delivers. Michael & his staff are always on-point -- friendly, warm, & fast.

I'm not the kind of person to care much for specials, as I typically go with what I know I already love. However, at L'Orignal, the specials always pique my interest, so we usually get one with our order. They're always stellar.

L'Orignal is perfect for large groups, a small family gathering, & even for date night. I can't wait to come back soon!

If you are a Montrealer & haven't been here yet, you are truly missing out.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google
5.0

Best steak I've eaten in a long time. The place has a relaxed atmosphere. The owner is a great guy & friendly to boot. The poutine with truffle is to die for! Greatly recommended for family & friends.

Jan 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

Bone marrow was amazing

Jan 4, 2026
on Google

Un endroit à retenir, nous y sommes allé pour la soirée du nouvelle ans. Repas 4 services je recommande fortement. Nous avons passé un agréable moment en famille.

Jan 2, 2026
on Google
5.0

We rang in the New Year at Restaurant L'Original, & it was truly a spectacular night. The service was impeccable, the food absolutely phenomenal, & the wine selection far exceeded our expectations. This quaint, unassuming restaurant completely won our hearts. We believe we were the only'tourists' there, which made the evening even more special-just us & wonderful locals, all savoring a memorable night together.

Jan 1, 2026
on Google

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

Tasty & warm place, a bit pricy for the portion.

Dec 29, 2025
on Google

Great food at a cosy spot !

Dec 27, 2025
on Google
5.0

Super nourriture ! Bon service.

Dec 24, 2025
on Google
5.0

Our family traveled to Montreal for the thanksgiving holiday. We had our thanksgiving meal at L'Orignal. We were immediately greeted when we walked in & shown to our table. Throughout we had fast & very friendly service. The food was excellent, the atmosphere cozy & the prices fair. We loved it.

Dec 1, 2025
on Google

Love the atmosphere & decorations. The service was excellent & the food was delicious! I would definitely recommend this for groups to share tapas. Everything was awesome! A gem in the city!

Nov 16, 2025
on Google

Impeccable service & fresh hearty food. Everything we ordered was spot on! Surprisingly also very kid friendly & such a beautiful cozy environment. Can't wait to go back

Nov 16, 2025
on Google

A fantastic meal! Everything was perfectly prepared & tasted delicious.

Nov 15, 2025
on Google

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

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Tagliatelle, steak, vegetables of the day & of course poutine.

The team are incredibly friendly & attentive & the atmosphere homely & inviting.

Nov 13, 2025
on Google

Great spot, love it there

Nov 5, 2025
on Google

Molt bon menjar ,diferent del que hem menjat a la resta de Canada
El personal molt atent, l'unica cosa deficient es la distancia entre les taules, estan molt juntes
Per la resta molt be

Oct 24, 2025
on Google