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Origin City, London, Greater London

Origin City

4.7 (11)
£41 and over
Farm-to-table
12 W Smithfield, London, Greater London EC1A 9JR

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Origin City

4.7
£41 and over
Farm-to-table
Farringdon

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Origin City is a representation of our family’s passions, fused together to bring an authentic pasture to plate, nose to tail dining experience. From the food and drink to the interiors, Origin City combines British fine dining and old family traditions with a touch of Scottish ruggedness and Provençal art de vivre.

With all our meat butchered in-house, the challenge is not in finding the perfect steak or chop but to provide a nose to tail dining experience, which champions British cuisine. From fine dining to traditional dishes that come with a big hit of nostalgia, Graham has reimagined British classics, with a twist that nods to our family’s roots.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 6:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Farringdon
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 11 people are saying

Origin City reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

11 Reviews
  1. Alex

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on September 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    New restaurant so maybe teething issues but rare in London to have to wait for food more than 30min. Ordering very confusing too, waiter struggled to explain menu. Got some extra dishes, some dishes that looked nothing like was explained on the menu. Shame as otherwise nice place and decent value

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  2. Maria Gold

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is fantastic, a real culinary experience. Excellent attentive service, but the food is the standout. Expensive, but our dishes were inventive and delicious. Even the bread and butter was a step above a typical dinner out.

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  3. Timothy

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very welcoming staff. Restaurant is well decorated with lovely tableware. The food is delicious and the open kitchen is fascinating.

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  4. Charles

    Cambridge6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit and we will be back! Five stars all round.

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  5. Karen Gold

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing find. Food was fantastic and the only thing that I'd ask for in the service was we weren't told what some of the items were and had to ask as we were leaving. Our server though, was lovely, it was others giving us bits that didn't tell us what it was. I would highly recommend. Oh, the wine by the glass is from their own winery in Provence and it was amazing and a great pair with my lamb. The scallop, halibut, tartare, all of it, just fabulous.

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  6. Andre

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nicely decorated, classy restaurant, tables reasonably spaced, noise was not a problem. The menu is interesting and the food was very very good. We had some starters and then steaks and liver. Excellent really. Wine list was mercifully compact, the wine was excellent, and the prices were pretty decent for London. We are definitely going back.

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  7. James

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent menu and a manageable wine list from partner vineyards. Service was friendly too. Recommmended.

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  8. Oscar

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Organised a birthday celebration for two of us . We communicated with the restaurant beforehand to inform them of some allergies. They were incredibly accommodating. The food , the drinks , the service and atmosphere were second to none. Fantastic evening and a very very very happy birthday girl . Thank you !

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  9. Paula

    London12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and wine, a lovely restaurant. Attentive staff and great ambience.

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  10. Robert

    County Durham1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a pleasure to eat here. The food is incredible, carefully prepared, and clearly made by someone who actually likes eating. The portions are absurdly generous without looking ridiculous. The wine is delicious, and the prices are very reasonable considering the quality of ingredients, preparation, location, etc. Lovely, relaxing ambience, with lots of attention paid to little, easily missed things (no distracting mirrors at head height, gentle, soft, lighting, everything deliberately placed). I will certainly return!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Scottish
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 6:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Farringdon
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Origin City is an excellent choice for a date night. Guests consistently praise the classy, nicely decorated dining room, attentive staff and an open kitchen that adds a bit of theatre to the meal. The restaurant’s fine‑dining, farm‑to‑table approach and a compact, well‑chosen wine list (including wine from their own Provençal winery) make for a thoughtful, romantic evening. For a special night out, book dinner (evenings Mon–Sat) and mention any seating preferences when you reserve.

Origin City runs breakfast, lunch and dinner services on a weekday and weekend schedule. Breakfast Tue–Fri 08:00–10:30; Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:15 and Sun 12:00–15:00; Dinner Mon–Sat 18:00–21:15. Guests often visit for dinner, but there are shorter lunch and Sunday options if you prefer a daytime meal. If you have a specific day or service in mind, it’s wise to book ahead to secure your preferred time.

For a more relaxed experience, aim for weekday lunch or an early weekday dinner, lunch runs Mon–Fri and Sunday and tends to be less busy than Saturday evenings. The restaurant is new and guests have noted occasional teething issues and longer waits at peak times, so midweek or earlier seatings often feel smoother. If you want the full atmosphere (open kitchen, wine list), an early dinner midweek is a good balance of ambience and service.

Origin City feels classy and thoughtfully designed, a fine‑dining tone mixed with family‑rooted warmth. Guests describe attractive decor, an open kitchen that adds theatre, considerate spacing between tables and a comfortable noise level. Service is generally welcoming and attentive, and the food and wine are often highlighted as standouts, creating a relaxed yet refined dining atmosphere perfect for special meals.

The dress code is Smart Casual. Given the fine‑dining setting, guests typically dress neatly, smart shirts, dresses or smart separates are appropriate. If you’re planning a special evening, smart‑elegant attire will fit the atmosphere.

Midweek weekdays are a great pick for a calmer, more polished service, while Sunday lunch offers a relaxed daytime option. If you want the full dinner atmosphere with the open kitchen and wine experience, an early weekday evening combines ambience with fewer service hiccups mentioned by guests.

Origin City is rated 4.7 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Origin City

4.7
£41 and over
Farm-to-table
Farringdon

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
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