AG Inspired Cuisine

Name: AG Inspired Cuisine
Address: 5195 Magdalen St., Niagara Falls, ON, Canada, L2G 3S6
Telephone: (289) 292-0005
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1930 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Farm-to-table

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Located in the Sterling Inn & Spa in the heart of Niagara Falls AG Inspired Cuisine serves regionally and seasonally inspired cuisine. This acclaimed fine dining restaurant has received the CAA 4 star rating every year since its inception.

Chef Cory Linkson's menu utilizes the freshest local ingredients, and is constantly changing to offer the best of Niagara's Produce. To complement the regional menu, the wine list at AG is 90% VQA and represents the best wineries of the region. 10% International wines.

The intimate dining room at AG is best described as chic and romantic, and is the ideal choice for couples looking for a romantic dining experience. The unique atmosphere at AG is posh and refined, while still being the perfect place for a casual gathering of friends for dinner or drinks.

The chef's table seats up to 12 and may be reserved for special events and larger groups. Please contact us for more information.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

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Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Hours of operation
Dinner
Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(289) 292-0005
Website
http://www.agcuisine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Cory Linkson
Catering
Off site catering is available with customized menus. Please contact the restaurant directly to discuss menu options.
Private party facilities
Inspired by the growers and producers of Niagara, AG utilizes regional and seasonal ingredients, brought together by the inventive hand of executive chef, Cory Linkson. Our unique and delicious dishes are crafted to satisfy the palate, while remaining true to the very essence of the ingredients.
Private party contact
Restaurant Manager: (289) 292-0000 ext. 5522

Location
5195 Magdalen St. Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3S6
Neighborhood
Niagara Falls
Cross street
Ellen Ave.
Parking details
On site complimentary parking is provided to all guests.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Bistro Menu
CA$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Bistro menu includes one entrée selection for $25. This menu is ONLY available Tuesday to Thursday in our Bar / lounge seating.
3 Course Menu
CA$85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
3 Course Menu Farm To Table Experience. Includes choice of App / Entrée / Dessert. $85 per person.

Popular dishes

Potted Chicken Liver Pate
crostini | fennel parsley salad | apple cider jelly | fig jelly | pickled cabbage
Spring Carrot and Ginger Velouté
chili | sweet heat pistachio | scallion
Spring Candy Beet Salad
cumin beet purée | roasted pear | labneh | seabuckthorn gel
Roasted Bone Marrow
celeryroot remoulade | baby shrimp | garlic crisps | kozliks mustard; Supplement $4
Lime & Pepper Crusted Carpaccio of Beef
smoked mustard | duck egg | black garlic aioli | spring leaves

Entrée

Your Choice of Entrée

Prosciutto Wrapped Breast of Chicken
rabbit and spring mushroom risotto | dukkah | crispy maple brussels
Miso Marinated Atlantic Salmon
squid ink pasta | sesame soy bok choy | bonito | red pepper fluid gel; Supplement $3
"AG" Dry Rub Flank Steak
pomme frites | chimichurri
Roasted Sirloin of Canadian Lamb
Sunchoke purèe | aspiration broccolini | Lebanese lentils | za'atar | green goddess
"AG" Signature Tenderloin of Beef
almond brie crust | cranberry foie gras jus; Supplement $10
Juniper Dusted Duck Breast
smoked bacon | soybean and vegetable ragout | lamb sausage | smoked hock
Cornmeal Crusted Tofu
celeryroot remoulade | sesame bok choy | pomme purée | honey | carrots | fried brussels | dukkha | seabuckthorn gel | chimichurri

Dessert

Your Choice of Dessert

Cranberry Poached Pear
brown butter oatmeal lace | milk crumb | saffron syrup | lemon basil ice | bee pollen
Goldenrod Honey & Rosemary Crème Brûlée
pecan butterscotch biscotti
Artisanal Farmhouse Cheese
marinated olives | fruit | crusty bread | "Beamsville" bee pollen; Supplement $4
"Andrew's" Hand Made Gelato
raspberry cheesecake | chocolate brownie | sea salted toffee | amaretti crumbles
Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake
spiced white chocolate anglaise | cinnamon chantilly; Supplement $3

Bistro Menu

$25/person. Includes choice of entrée & side. Available Tuesday – Thursday for bar seating guests only

Entrée & Side

Your Choice of Entrée & Side

"AG" Chuck Burger
brie | chipotle aioli | kosher pickle | brioche bun
Venison Bolognaise
smoked tomato | lemon garlic rapini | fusilli | Grano Padano
Za'atar and Cocnut Shrimps
phyllo cup | winter greens | vegetable fricassee
Smokey Dry Rubbed Flank Steak
chimichurri
Side Choices
house chipped fries | maple mustard slaw | garden salad

Appetizer

Add an Appetizer

Lime & Pepper Crusted Carpaccio of BeefCA$15.00
smoked mustard | duck egg | black garlic aioli | spring leaves
Potted Chicken Liver PateCA$16.00
crostini | fennel parsley salad | apple cider jelly | fig jelly | pickled cabbage
Spring Candy Beet SaladCA$13.00
cumin beet purée | roasted pear | labneh | seabuckthorn gel
Spring Carrot and Ginger VeloutéCA$10.00
chili | sweet heat pistachio | scallion
Roasted Bone MarrowCA$17.00
celeryroot remoulade | baby shrimp | garlic crisps | kozliks mustard

Dessert

Add a Dessert

Cranberry Poached PearCA$10.00
brown butter oatmeal lace | milk crumb | saffron syrup | lemon basil ice | bee pollen
Goldenrod Honey and Rosemary BrûléeCA$12.00
burnt maple sugar | pecan butterscotch biscotti
'Andrew's' Hand Made GelatoCA$12.00
raspberry cheesecake | sea salted toffee | chocolate brownie | amaretti crumbles
Almond MeringuesCA$7.00

What 1,930 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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KathyK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great night with incredible food and excellent service by both Fallon & Stephen!! Thank you for the great memories.
G
Gabi
Manitoba
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lovely dinner!
T
Tarbuk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was excellent. Our server, Melanie was awesome. Will definitely visit this gem the next time we are in Niagara Falls.
R
Radisharrific
Vancouver
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
Decor is a bit wanting but the food was quite nice. Worth a visit if you’re in the area and don’t require a view of the Falls.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful night and Mel our server was wonderful! Thank you so much. We will back soon
RK
RochelleKay
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing everything!! Wonderful experience- I highly recommend!!
PW
PatW
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
We thought it was a little over hyped. The food was good but not exceptional. Precisely, the salad appetizer, with beet and pear was just ordinary. Three of our party had the flank steak main and found it tough . The presentation was sloppy- just fries thrown on the plate with a piece of meat. 2 of our party ordered a Rusty Nail cocktail and it came almost clear in colour. When they commented that this wasn’t right and that they couldn’t taste any Drambuie, she brought the bottle which seemed to have been watered down. It was an unfortunate argument to have over an expensive drink. Overall it was a very expensive meal that was not exceptional.
RD
RobertDuvall
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic and explanations of the chefs choices were stellar.
IP
IanP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Friendly and informative servers. Everything was delicious from top to bottom. We’d never had such melt-in-your-mouth steak as AG’s beef tenderloin, and the lamb was equally tender. Our only quibble: a soundtrack of pop hits sung in lounge-singer style would have been ambient on a busier night but was a bit intrusive in the quiet of a half-full dining room.
CL
CathyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the best time. We did a girls night out mother and daughters. The food was amazing and the service was awesome. Well worth the money for that special experience.
D
David
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. A true gourmet experience.
H
Holmes
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and knowledgeable staff. Price point for the quality was very reasonable.
D
Dipo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A lovely dining experience. The food and cocktail was awesome.
K
Krystal
Vancouver
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great place & amazing food! I will def come back!
MK
MichaelK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic:) We really enjoy our time here and will come back every time we travel to Niagara Falls.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was exquisitely prepared. Flavourful and delicious.
KH
KHTO
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A hidden gem. Food is premium and service is great. Price is also good for the calibre of meal. If you’re looking for a nice dinner this is a great choice in the Niagara area.
F
Frenchy
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Melany or server was outstanding and very helpful in helping us choose what we would like to eat. The atmosphere in the restaurant was chick and cosy and well worth every cent.
CM
ChrisM
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service. It was off the charts!
SG
StephenG
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went for my birthday, it’s a modern restaurant with a higher ended unique atmosphere. The beef tenderloin was great and I was happy with the service. I would definitely return, it was a lot of fun!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
They food, service and ambiance was excellent. Very friendly and warm welcome.
F
Fizzykala
Toronto
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was fantastic, everything was made to order. My wife has celiac and they were able to make anything from the menu celiac safe for her which is so hard to find. Server was fantastic so friendly and knowledgeable. Nice ambiance quiet and personal, it was definitely an experience. A short walk from our hotel and away from the busy streets
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic level of service and food!!! We had a great time!!! 5 star experience!
J
Jimmy
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely the best restaurant I have been to in Niagara Falls. Service was top notch and the food was incredible.
VB
VickiB
Puerto Vallarta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a lovely restaurant with great ambience, excellent food and outstanding service. It is expensive but comparable to other similar high quality restaurants and the perfect place for a special occasion.
SS
SSabs
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was very good. Service was good. A very quiet place and great for a romantic dinner for two.
SB
SarahB
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Flavors and quality spectacular. Given special private booth for birthday and extras such as amuse bouche and Irish liquor cup were a nice touch.
RB
ReganB
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and menu. True farm to table inspiration. Thank you :)
AL
AllisonL
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best dinners we’ve had in a long time. Well worth the price!
G
Gilly
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
This was our first visit to AG. We were a party of four celebrating a 50th wedding anniversary and 3 birthdays. Upon entering we were warmly greeted by Melanie. She was also our waitress for the evening and she made the whole experience outstanding. Food was delicious from start to finish with such a wide variety of tastes and textures in every bite. Thank you for making our special celebrations extra special! I would highly recommend this restaurant to our friends and family.
J
Jazman
Toronto
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience2
Good meal - service was very pleasant but not very attentive (no water or drink refills for a while, did not check in very often). Reno's going on which impacted ambiance. Food was good - but not "inspited". A very nice meal - just not an amazing meal.
ON
OutNabout
New York Area
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
A pleasant surprise considering the culinary health of Niagara Falls. A very nice meal.
AC
AthenaC
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely experience, as always. The food was amazing and our service was great, as usual. Can't wait for my next visit!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience. We will definitely be back
B
Boomer
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Farm to table experience was fantastic and the service was very good. Would highly recommend!!!
RM
RickM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Valentines dinner with my bud! Absolutely recommended!
l
luckycanuck
Vancouver
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We have been guests of AG Inspired Cuisine for many years. Always been blown away by the clever mind of the chef and the tastes and textures of the dishes that he creates. This was our first time dining in since the beginning of the pandemic. There were a few misses for us, which have never occurred before. Personally, I was not a fan of the marrow for appetiser. Others may disagree but I found that the rich, bold taste of the marrow completely overwhelmed the celeryroot remoulade and made the baby shrimp completely superfluous. My dining partner ordered the flank steak and again, this was a bit of a miss. The beef was on the chewy side and the bucket load of fries on the plate detracted from what was otherwise a beautifully plated meal. We enjoyed the salad and the soups which were utterly delicious. I highly recommend the venison - the meat was tender, moist and flavorful and served on a bed of decadently delicious polenta-mascarpone layered with a crunchy soybean -bacon ragout. We ordered the gelato for dessert and every flavour served was an absolute delight! My favourite was the brownie gelato - with gems of dark chocolate brownie amidst the gelato matrix. Service was good but a little over-familiar with a lot of shoulder touching and being addressed as "My friend". Okay perhaps in a different setting but a little startling at the AG. Decor- the same as it was 3 years ago and perhaps in need of a revamp. We also noticed some mismatched serveware ( most of the curved platters were gray to match the decor but some were noticeably blue). Again, would not have been an issue in many other restaurants but at the AG...known for its attention to detail, this WAS noticed. Excellent wine pairings rounded off a very good evening at the AG.
N
Nico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service and atmosphere. The chef put together a great vegetarian dish
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Service and the foods were good
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience5
The restaurant was nice, it could use some signage directing you to the basement. Overall service was quick and I appreciated the cider from chef. The apps were underwhelming but the Arctic char for a main shined thru. The steak could use a little less frites and the fries were good. It was a cute experience and the price point was ok but I wasn’t wowed. The hostess was particularly lovely and very attentive, our server seemed busy

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

AG Inspired Cuisine is rated 4.8 stars by 1930 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

5195 Magdalen St. Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3S6

Additional information

Cross street
Ellen Ave.
Neighborhood
Niagara Falls
Hours of operation
Dinner
Tue–Sun 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary Canadian, Canadian
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
On site complimentary parking is provided to all guests.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Cory Linkson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.agcuisine.com/
Phone number
(289) 292-0005
Catering
Off site catering is available with customized menus. Please contact the restaurant directly to discuss menu options.
Private party facilities
Inspired by the growers and producers of Niagara, AG utilizes regional and seasonal ingredients, brought together by the inventive hand of executive chef, Cory Linkson. Our unique and delicious dishes are crafted to satisfy the palate, while remaining true to the very essence of the ingredients.
Private party contact
Restaurant Manager: (289) 292-0000 ext. 5522

AG Inspired Cuisine

Make a reservation

Additional information

Bistro Menu

3 Course Menu

"AG" Signature Tenderloin of Beef

Roasted Bone Marrow

Venison Bolognaise

Three Course Menu

Appetizer

Potted Chicken Liver Pate

Spring Carrot and Ginger Velouté

Spring Candy Beet Salad

Roasted Bone Marrow

Lime & Pepper Crusted Carpaccio of Beef

Entrée

Prosciutto Wrapped Breast of Chicken

Miso Marinated Atlantic Salmon

"AG" Dry Rub Flank Steak

Roasted Sirloin of Canadian Lamb

"AG" Signature Tenderloin of Beef

Juniper Dusted Duck Breast

Cornmeal Crusted Tofu

Dessert

Cranberry Poached Pear

Goldenrod Honey & Rosemary Crème Brûlée

Artisanal Farmhouse Cheese

"Andrew's" Hand Made Gelato

Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake

Bistro Menu

Entrée & Side

"AG" Chuck Burger

Venison Bolognaise

Za'atar and Cocnut Shrimps

Smokey Dry Rubbed Flank Steak

Side Choices

Appetizer

Lime & Pepper Crusted Carpaccio of BeefCA$15.00

Potted Chicken Liver PateCA$16.00

Spring Candy Beet SaladCA$13.00

Spring Carrot and Ginger VeloutéCA$10.00

Roasted Bone MarrowCA$17.00

Dessert

Cranberry Poached PearCA$10.00

Goldenrod Honey and Rosemary BrûléeCA$12.00

'Andrew's' Hand Made GelatoCA$12.00

Almond MeringuesCA$7.00

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