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L'Orignal, Montréal, QC

L'Orignal

4.7
4.7
1432 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
French / Canadian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Restaurant L’Orignal is tucked a few steps below street level in a historic building on a sleepy side street in Old Montreal. We’ve been serving elegant comfort food and inventive dishes inspired by Quebec’s vast terroir since 2008. Our menu changes often in order to elevate seasonal ingredients. We choose our suppliers in consideration of the quality of their products as well as the sustainability of their practices.

But a restaurant is more than outstanding food, wine and cocktails. When you visit us, you can also expect…

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Canadian, Seafood, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (514) 303-0479
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Monika & Michael
  • Private party facilities
    Private events available upon request please email restolorignal@gmail.com for more information.
  • Area
    Old Montreal
  • Cross Street
    Notre Dame 1 Block East of St.Pierre
  • Parking details
    Parking free on the south side Notre Dame after 9pm weekdays, after 6pm weekends.Parking lot on the corner of Notre Dame and St. Pierre.
  • Public transit
    Were between stations McGill and Place D'Armes
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 1,432 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
L'Orignal offers a "charming chalet style" ambiance with "delicious food" and "friendly staff." Known for its "amazing food and service," this Old Montreal gem features an "innovative menu" and cozy atmosphere. Highlights include the bison burger, mushroom toast, and sticky toffee pudding. A must-visit for a memorable dining experience.

1,432 Reviews
  1. sonja

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time eating dinner...EXCELLENT quality, service, ambiance

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  2. Harry

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, great food. Great music - no too loud

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  3. Sinead

    Cancun

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food was delicious, I got beef tagliatelle and the food portions could have been bigger but overall great meal.

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  4. Elaine

    New York City

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been out in Montreal many times and can’t believe we have never eaten here! Took our uni daughters on Friday night. Fantastic. Yes the mushroom toast is the best. Short rib pasta too. And the special of octopus risotto was terrific! Drinks, wine all perfect. Best part was our amazing young woman server. She was personable, professional and attentive. Made the evening better which is saying a lot given how great the food was. We will return!

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  5. Megan

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food was decadent and delicious. High-quality ingredients with simple flavors...the best combination. Highly reccommend for a comforting and cozy dining experience!

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  6. Lucca

    Montreal

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good environment and service, but I felt that the food missed some seasoning

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  7. John

    Montreal

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food and service ! one of Montreal’s best !

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  8. Matthew

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and delicious cusine in a charming atmosphere.

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  9. David

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was pushy and more impressed with herself than deserved. Food was underwhelming for the price

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  10. Brian

    Columbus

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place has amazing food and amazing energy. A must go to when in Montreal!

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L'Orignal is rated 4.7 stars by 1432 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for L'Orignal

479 St. Alexis, Montréal, QC H2Y2N7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Notre Dame 1 Block East of St.Pierre
  • Area
    Old Montreal
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Canadian, Seafood, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking free on the south side Notre Dame after 9pm weekdays, after 6pm weekends.Parking lot on the corner of Notre Dame and St. Pierre.
  • Public transit
    Were between stations McGill and Place D'Armes
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Monika & Michael
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Phone number
    (514) 303-0479
  • Private party facilities
    Private events available upon request please email restolorignal@gmail.com for more information.
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