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!

Le service était excellent et les repas savoureux. La déco est très cool et l'ambiance décontractée. Nous étions un groupe de 7 et avons été très bien servis, m... read more Le service était excellent et les repas savoureux. La déco est très cool et l'ambiance décontractée. Nous étions un groupe de 7 et avons été très bien servis, même si nous n’avions pas réservé.

There are many dishes at Origin that are outstanding. There are also many mediocre dishes. It is the service that really stands out, and not in a good way. We o... read more There are many dishes at Origin that are outstanding. There are also many mediocre dishes. It is the service that really stands out, and not in a good way. We once waited 1 1/2 hours for our food. Many of played get confused and it is quite hard to pin down a server when needed.

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.