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01/06/2026
Seasons change and so does our menu.
We’ve given our À La Carte and our Tasting Menu a refresh, featuring reimagined favourites like our Blank Angus Steak Tartare and Hand Dived Scallop, as well as delicious new dishes like our Beef and Pork Joel Skewer, and Cornish Grilled Butterfly Red Mullet.
We can’t wait to hear what you think.
Book online now.
14/12/2025
Does cauliflower cheese belong on a roast? We think so and the rest is settled over gravy.
Sunday Feast at Origin City. Organic Black Angus beef, Tamworth pork and Texel lamb, served family style, as it should be. From our organic farm in Argyll, where animals are reared slowly and treated with respect, then butchered in house with a nose to tail approach.
Beef-dripping potatoes. Cauliflower cheese. Yorkshire puddings. Crunchy roast potatoes. Fine beans with toasted almonds. Grilled tenderstem broccoli with anchovy dressing. Plenty of Sunday sauce.
£32 per person. We fill up quickly, so reserve via the link in our bio.
12/12/2025
Friday morning. The breakfast you deserve.
House-made Cumberland sausages, bacon, and white pudding from our organic black pigs — reared on our farm in Argyll, butchered here in the City.
Nose to tail. Nothing wasted, everything considered.
Free-range eggs, field mushrooms, nduja beans, tattie scone, plum tomato, toasted sourdough.
Come hungry. Start the weekend early.
Find us at 12 West Smithfield.
11/12/2025
Grilled Morteau sausage with Puy lentils and sweet mustard. A simple plate, done properly.
Best taken with a glass of Clos Jangli Pinot Noir. Light, earthy, a touch of smoke.
A warm beginning to any meal.
Book through the link in our bio.
07/12/2025
Potato and thyme sourdough, freshly baked and served warm, the crust cracking just so. The heat of the loaf meeting our soft, spicy nduja butter, made in-house and ready to sink in. A great start to what’s ahead.
Make a booking via the link in our bio.
05/12/2025
Black Pig, foie gras and game terrine.
Built from the trimmings of our organic black pigs. A dish for the colder months: rich, generous, quietly comforting.
Pair it with a German chardonnay from one of our small producers. Creamy. Buttery. Exactly right.
Now on our à la carte dinner menu and our pre-theatre menu. To make a booking, head to the link in our bio.
03/12/2025
We follow our produce from pasture to plate, be it meat or fish from our family farms.
We proudly butcher our meat in-house and make everything from scratch, including our charcuterie, sausages, and the rest.
Read more about our story on our new website and book your table - link in bio.
30/11/2025
For Yorkshire puddings that rise and crunch.
Equal volumes of flour, milk and eggs. Mixed well, left overnight.
Our Beef dripping and vegetable oil. Scorching hot.
Add the batter, let them grow.
Crisp, golden, and irresistible.
29/11/2025
We know where good food begins. It starts on our organic farm in Argyll, with animals reared slowly and with care. The meat is butchered and hung in-house at the right temperature and humidity. Every detail tended, each cut handled as it should be.
In the kitchen, Chef Graham Chatham and his team take it forward with precision and a quiet, assured technique.
The result? Refined, ingredient-led cooking of real clarity, where the depth and character of the animal are allowed to shine.
See for yourself. Reservations available through the link in our bio.
26/11/2025
Catch of the day. Pan-seared Scottish salmon with Jerusalem artichokes, sauce Sétoise, and sea truffle.
Crisp skin, tender flesh, rich and clean in flavour.
23/11/2025
Our Demi Chef, Tom, shows us how it’s done — the Origin City roast potato.
Crisp shell. Fluffy centre. Full flavour.
Boil until three-quarters cooked.
Shake them up — those rough edges catch the flavour.
Let them steam dry. Refrigerate overnight.
Next day — beef dripping, smoking hot.
Coat well. Roast for 30–40 minutes, turning every 15.
Another tip: use a good potato. We go red.
Tried our Sunday roast yet? Book via the link in bio.
18/11/2025
Our farm. Our animals. Our butchery. From Argyll to the City — slow, sustainable, and true.
Raised on organic pasture in Argyll, prepared nose-to-tail in the heart of London. Slow food, done properly.
Discover our autumn–winter menu. Book your table via the link in our bio.
16/11/2025
Crème brûlée. Origin City style.
Silky custard. Burnt sugar. The perfect crack.
Slow-baked, chilled, torched.
Simple, but never easy.
Book via the link in bio.
Address
Origin City, 12 West Smithfield
London
EC1A 9JR
Public Transport:
- Take the London Underground to Barbican station (Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines).
- Walk south on Aldersgate St towards Long Lane.
- Turn left onto West Smithfield.
Driving/Parking:
- From the A1, take the exit towards Old Street roundabout.
- Continue onto Old St/A5201.
- Turn right onto West Smithfield.
- There are several parking options nearby, including public car parks and street parking (pay-and-display).
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
8am - 2:30pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 2:30pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
8am - 2:30pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
8am - 2:30pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
6pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 4pm |
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What people say
Origin City in West Smithfield, London offers a truly unique dining experience that sets it apart from the rest. With a focus on pasture to plate and nose to tail dining, this restaurant prides itself on showcasing the best organic, heritage breed meats sourced directly from their own farm in Scotland.
The commitment to quality and sustainability is evident in every dish served at Origin City. From hearty Scottish power breakfasts to lighter options like Loch Fyne smoked salmon with scrambled eggs or whipped ricotta with fresh figs and honey on toasted sourdough, there is something for every palate.
The cozy ambiance of Origin City adds to the overall dining experience, making it the perfect spot for a leisurely meal with friends or a special date night. The attention to detail in both the food and service truly sets this restaurant apart as a must-visit destination in West Smithfield.
For those looking to indulge in high-quality, ethically sourced cuisine that celebrates the best of Scottish flavors, Origin City is the place to be. Make sure to follow them on Instagram for more updates and book your table now for an unforgettable dining experience at www.origincity.co.uk.
