Origin - Toronto

Origin is high end tapas dining ie lots of small plates that allow for tasting of multiple dishes. Very cool concept and often very busy. Bear in mind this is a... read more Origin is high end tapas dining ie lots of small plates that allow for tasting of multiple dishes. Very cool concept and often very busy. Bear in mind this is a upscale restaurant and the prices match but for a special occasion, it is well worth it. I've been a few times and always enjoyed the experience. Sometimes we were sat at bar style seating because of the lack of tables - which was less good (especially for a resto) so if you book, ask for and insist on a table. In the summer they have a wonderful patio too. The tapas menu threw me at first but I actually really enjoyed because it allowed me to sample different things. The fries were also great! And there are enough vegetarian options to keep you satisfied!

Origin Restaurant a truly taste of the worlds flavours!A group of 8 of us visited Origin Restaurant. This spot has a very cool vibe. Located on the east side of... read more Origin Restaurant a truly taste of the worlds flavours!A group of 8 of us visited Origin Restaurant. This spot has a very cool vibe. Located on the east side of Yonge in downtown Toronto. Origin was a culinary experience of Chef Claudio Aprile creations.We were seated at a private section of the restaurant. Cool rectangular table with a Warhol spin on the chandelier!We gave Chef Claudio the opportunity to make the menu for the evening. We started with an assortment of appetizers. Delicious! Oysters, Duck Tacos, Sardines on toasted bread with a walnut sauce all awesome. The Japanese tuna salad put a spin on our taste buds to welcome the next dish. This man knows what he's doing!We followed that with the Rib Eye Steaks, basically one of the best tasting steaks I have had. Meat was tender at the perfect temperature. Yes better than some well known steak houses in this city!!!Combined with sides of French fries done with sausage and cheese. Amazing polenta, devil eggs, beet and goat cheese salad and a spin on plantain with guacamole... WOW was that awesome. Oh .... I can't forget the caramelized bone marrow and the bufala cheese! In addition sauté Brussel spouts and carrots. I must be forgetting some of the other details that Chef Claudio created for us. It was a truly food loving experience. To end our fabulous dinner we had dolce de leche , citrus cured meringue and a chocolate crunch bar. Yes I think we died and went to heaven ♥️♥️.Thank you Chef Claudio for challenging our taste buds. Dom S

Well located, this restaurant has everything to satisfy you. an atmosphere to choose from because you can be very relaxed, hung in beautiful armchairs or eat at... read more Well located, this restaurant has everything to satisfy you. an atmosphere to choose from because you can be very relaxed, hung in beautiful armchairs or eat at the counter and watch the chefs activate. The tapas are generous and especially delicious.

I had a fantastic birthday dinner at Origin last night! The food and desserts were exceptional. A special thanks to James and the entire staff for making it suc... read more I had a fantastic birthday dinner at Origin last night! The food and desserts were exceptional. A special thanks to James and the entire staff for making it such a memorable experience...

Fantastic as always! I'm really going to miss Origin and the patio. read more Fantastic as always! I'm really going to miss Origin and the patio.