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Restaurant L'Orignal

Rustic charm meets elevated regional market cuisine in the heart of Old Montreal.

Old Montreal
4.6$$$ & $$$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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RegionalMarketSeafood/FishFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesResto-Bar
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Restaurant L'Orignal focuses on regional culinary traditions through a menu defined by market-driven components and fresh seafood selections. The kitchen prioritizes seasonal produce sourced from local producers to craft plates that emphasize the natural characteristics of primary ingredients. Fish preparations vary according to coastal availability and seasonal harvesting cycles to ensure peak quality. The interior environment emphasizes a functional approach to space, utilizing wood and metal elements to foster a grounded atmosphere for diners. Each dish demonstrates a commitment to regional techniques that highlight the interplay between land and sea. Systematic attention to ingredient provenance shapes the entire menu composition while maintaining a clear focus on technical precision. This establishment represents a direct expression of local terroir through focused preparation and a disciplined approach to classic regional cooking methods.

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76%
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Reviews for Restaurant L'Orignal

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (700+)
*as of 2026-08-15
5★
76%
4★
10%
3★
8%
2★
5%
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Review Summary

Restaurant L'Orignal is widely celebrated as a cozy, rustic gem in Old Montreal that provides a warm, chalet-like atmosphere and consistently outstanding hospitality. Many guests praise the establishment for its delicious, high-quality cuisine, frequently highlighting dishes such as the bison burger, bone marrow, and various expertly prepared pasta specials. The service is consistently described as friendly, attentive, and personal, with the owners often going above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience for every visitor. Whether for a casual meal, a birthday celebration, or a cozy winter evening, the restaurant is frequently recommended as a must-visit destination where the combination of excellent food and inviting vibes makes guests eager to return.
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We had a fantastic dinner consisting of several amaretto sours (delicious) & 3 appetizers - bacalao matesh (evening special), smoked bone marrow & the chicken liver parfait. Absolutely fantastic food.

The atmosphere was relaxed & casual, but certainly a place to get dressed up. The wait staff were friendly & welcoming. They were very knowledgeable about the specials & regular menu.

We will be back on our next visit to Montreal. Thanks for a great evening! M & L

Sep 2, 2023
on Google
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
on Google

Food was good but the service was odd. A little pricey for portions & lack of accommodations. *check the bill before paying-
Had oysters, beef tartare, kale salad, beef tag, bison burger, salmon special & 2 desserts. Everything was great & tasted as good as could be expected without surprises (good or bad), so pretty straight forward. The beef tartare was a little tough & the bison burger was a little dry. Burger was sent back the first time but 2nd time was much better. Salmon special was great. Desserts were both good but enjoyed the pudding the most.
We had a reservation & not sure if it was because we were American or that we had our 2 kids with us but had service reminiscent of a diner in Brooklyn I used to go to. Friendly if you're easy but otherwise rushed & not willing to make any accommodations. We really didnt ask for much & we spent $350 with 4 people, even with 2 kids. The shady part was the extra 2 glasses of wine slipped on the bill. I'll never know for sure if it was an accident or not but it felt like she tried to get one by with how she handled the bill.
In conclusion, food was good, pretty cool atmosphere but a little pricey for the overall experience.

Aug 27, 2023
on Google
BenIrw-2938
1 Review
1.5

First, they gave my spouse a horrific case of food poisoning. I can say with confidence it was the kale salad, as that was the only thing she ate that day that I did not. Then, when they were called out, Restaurant L'Original tried to claim they contacted all their other diners from that evening to prove it wasn't their fault. (How exactly do you have personal contact info for all your diners? Seems like a massive invasion of privacy if you did...or a big fat lie if you didn't.) Then they tried to gaslight my spouse, claiming it was because she had too much to drink. She had one glass of wine that evening. Avoid this restaurant like the plague. Otherwise you might get one.

Jul 29, 2023
MariJa-405
1 Review
4.5

Très bon, mais énormément déçu de la portion pour le prix.. Mon chum avait choisi le canard & il a été manger au Mcdo après. Vraiment trop cher pour la quantité. Très belle ambiance & super service. Mais nous n'y retournerons pas.

May 19, 2019
3.5

Nourriture excellente! Bravo au chef :)
Je pourrais par contre qualifié le service que nous avons reçu de médiocre. Tout d'abord nous avons reçu notre entrée après 35m.. Une entrée sur 2 n'était pas la bonne & nous avons du la retourner. Mon copain s'est versé son vin 5 fois (bouteille à 100$).. la serveuse passait à côté de nous & ne fesait rien. Étant moi-même serveuse, je me suis dit que si mon gérant m'avait vu servir des clients de la sorte il m'aurait clairement renvoyé chez moi. Notre bill était 350-400$ (ce que je qualifie comme le fait que nous sommes de bons clients) Nous aurions mérité beaucoup plus de service.
La serveuse donnait l'impression d'être sur un speed.. bref je retournerai à ce restaurant pour la nourriture espérant avoir un meilleur service.

Mar 22, 2018
SamHa-802
1 Review
3.0

The decor is cozy & warming. However, the staff wasn't very welcoming. The food tastes good but overpriced. I would definitely never go back.

Jan 27, 2018
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
Maeve
9 Reviews
3.0

L'orignal est un bon resto, sans plus. C'est le genre d'endroit où l'on ne regrette pas d'aller,mais dans lequel nous ne retournerions pas non plus. Rien de bien inventif ne vous est offert & on tente de vous épater en réinventant la roue. Le Cesar aux fruits de mer bien qu'orné de 2 huîtres n'a absoluement rien à envier à celui que quiconque se ferait à la maison ( essayez plutôt ceux du garde manger, Joe beef, Marché 27 ). Le tartare de thon noyé de cari ne nous laissait guère savourer la tendre chaire. La côtelette de sanglier bien lacquée & dont la cuisson était parfaite était affligée de trop de sel. Tout comme les accompagnements. Les Cavatellis étaient excellents, mais légèrement trop salés. La facture elle aussi était un peu trop salée en vertu du repas que nous avions dégusté. Pas mauvais,comme le service d'ailleurs.

Dec 31, 2013
Foodie
1 Review
1.0

Par où commencer....

Tout d'abord, la nourriture. Les plats étaient en général mal exécutés. Les portions étaient généreuses certes, mais manquaient totalement de finesse... Je me demande d'ailleurs s'il y avait plus de bison ou de moutarde de Dijon dans mon entrée de tartare...

Deuxièmement, le service. Il a été correct tout le long du repas, sauf au moment de la facture, d'où la raison de mon étoile solitaire... Il apparaît, à ce que l'on nous dit, qu'il y a eu erreur sur la bouteille de vin que nous avons bu... Nous en avions commandé une, au hasard presque car nous ne sommes pas très connaisseur en oenologie (& la serveuse non plus apparemment), mais celle servie était 40$ de plus. Hé bien, figurez vous donc que le gérant voulait nous faire payer la différence de la bouteille!!! La serveuse n'avait pas l'air très à l'aise de nous faire avalé cette couleuvre, mais c'est son "boss" qui lui avait demandé...

Aussi, au risque de paraître pointilleux, bien qu'à notre table se trouvait 2 canadiens français & 2 français de France, la serveuse nous à parlé 2 fois en anglais... D'habitude je n'en fais pas de cas, mais 2 fois? Really

Il n'est donc pas étonnant j'imagine d'avoir eu a subir le racisme du barman en partant, & ce en dépit de la facture d'environ 400$ plus 20% de "tip"...

Jul 28, 2013