We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

L'Orignal

479, Saint-Alexis, Montreal, Quebec H2Y2N7, Canada (Ville-Marie)
514 303 0479
Website
Menu
Update restaurant details
Ranked #80 of 2,935 restaurants in Montreal
Price range: $19 - $78
More restaurant details
Restaurant details
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Dining
Neighborhood: Ville-Marie
Cross street: Notre Dame
Transit: Were between stations McGill and Place D'Armes
Description: L'Orignal is a restaurant featuring a variety of game meats, fish and oysters. Located on a small cobblestone street (St. Alexis), L'Orignal is the epitome of a true Old Port restaurant. With a friendly and gracious staff, most of whom have been a part of the team since day one. Restaurant L'Orignal is the perfect place for all your special occasions. With an eclectic playlist ranging from Bruce Springsteen to Sam Cooke to Fleetwood Mac, we have created a comfortable and fun ambience for all to enjoy. Parties of 9 guests or more please call the restaurant directly to discuss menu options and reservation possibilities. We hope to see you soon.
Reserve with OpenTable
Please enter a later date and time
Write a Review

92 reviews from our community

82% Recommend
    43
    33
    11
    2
    3
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Cornwall Ontario
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Old style, comfortable restaurant, close to theatres. Fine dining, affordable. Good service, ambiance, good selection of wines.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by rejeanandbob for Montreal
Montreal, Canada
Top Contributor
70 reviews 70 reviews
53 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Always a good meal in a pleasant atmosphere. Wait staff know the menu and explanations are tight and accurate. Wine list short but well paired to food selection. Oysters are a must but expensive! Try the boar if available.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 18 more reviews by gorlinjay for Montreal
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Top Contributor
67 reviews 67 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Staff is very friendly and helpfull, restaurant is located in old city, so everybody is afraid of tourist-trap, but this is not. Reservstion is recommendable, because place is popular and not so big. We tried bison tartare, oysters, fish and game and everythimg was very tasty. Selection of wine is good and place is recomendable.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by ivanK436 for Montreal
South Florida, Florida
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Went for dinner with clients at this quaint restaurant. The waiter knew the men as if he had written it, gave us all an amazing explanation on how the plates were thought of, cooked and presented to the patrons. We were all marveled at the fine cuisine of bison, venison, duck and fish they had to make us savor on.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 4 more reviews by Febre33309 for Montreal
Montreal, Canada
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2013

Went there with a little group of friends. Friendly service. We got oysters to start: you can only buy them individually (about 3,50$ each). They were very fresh! Served with a little champagne sauce, cheese and lemon. So good. And they got many kinds so you get to choose. After that we got salmon tartare, also very good. Then I... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 17 more reviews by mc_1990 for Montreal
Geneva, Switzerland
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013 via mobile

I love this restaurant and go every time I am in Montreal. I heard there was a new chef, so I was a little apprehensive, but those doubts were unfounded. I went twice in one week. The service is outstanding, the menu still imaginative, prepared and served attractively.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by WJC50 for Montreal
Montreal, Canada
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

Funky yet 'classical' decor. Service impeccable with just enough of friendly chat without falling in the nosy/invasive trap. Wine list with quite a few private imports. A bit pricey: should everything be 5-10$ less it would be at a fair price but the pricing reflect the Old Montreal tourist area. Bathrooms are very not up to par with the rest... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Toronto, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

I have been going to this restaurant for years. I go every time i am in Montreal. It is always like heaven in your mouth and has a fantastic atmosphere. I could give a more detailed review, but there seem to be many already. So just go, relax and wear pants meant for eating cause you won't want to stop!!... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Ottawa, Canada
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

While this place is conveniently located, it is a little difficult to find for the uninitiated (we ran into a lad who was lost). Good food and nice menu which has a good selection. Drink menu was unique and the caesar I led the dinner with was tasty and not too spicy or salty. The service is good, with appropriate... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Barrie, Ontario
Top Contributor
100 reviews 100 reviews
97 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

There are so many great restaurants in old Montreal, that it is always a tough decision, and now I have to add another to my list. I am familiar with restaurants that specilaize in game in Western Canada and the US, but what a nice surprise to find a really good one in Montreal. It is small and intimate so... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 13 more reviews by donBarrie_Ontario for Montreal

Travelers who viewed L'Orignal also viewed

Montreal, Quebec
Montreal, Quebec
 

Been to L'Orignal? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage L'Orignal, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing