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Ancora!, Utica, NY

Ancora!

4.8
4.8
567 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Italian for encore, Ancora! is located adjacent to the historic Stanley Theatre and is one of the area’s premier dining establishments.

With its concrete-exposed high ceilings, stage lighting, custom-designed wine tower bar, open kitchen, colorful, local artwork and seasonal outdoor seating, Ancora! is the perfect blend of rustic old-world and urban design.

Featuring Mediterranean-inspired, mouthwatering cuisine, including a signature select tapas menu, Ancora! will have you begging for more.

Shared with friends or cherished alone, Ancora! is the ideal compliment to any evening, conversation or show.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (315) 724-4815
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Pumilio
  • Catering
    We sell full and half trays. Catering menu available at www.AncoraUtica.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room that holds up to 50 people. The room is equipped with a 100 inch projection screen which is great for family videos or powerpoint presentations.
  • Area
    Utica
  • Cross Street
    Hopper Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking and large public parking lot to the right of the building.
  • Entertainment
    Live music on select weekends
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 567 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Upstate New York

    Good for groups

  • Upstate New York

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Upstate New York

    Good for special occasions

  • Upstate New York

    Lively

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Overall

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Food

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Service

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Value

  • Mohawk Valley

    Good for groups

  • Mohawk Valley

    Healthy

  • Mohawk Valley

    Hot spot

  • Mohawk Valley

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mohawk Valley

    Romantic

  • Mohawk Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Mohawk Valley

    Lively

567 Reviews
  1. Karen

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Meal was amazing. The paella is a must have. Our server was excellent.

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  2. Cindy

    New York City

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 19 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice restaurant with great food and wait staff. They knew we had a concert to go to and ensured we were served timely. Thanks!

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  3. Linda

    Upstate NY

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 30 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sitting in the bar area is fun and lively. For quiet dining ask to be seated in the other room. Food is excellent as is the service

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pat was wonderful!!! Always a great time! Food was fantastic ❤️

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  5. Sandra

    New York City

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We frequent Ancora ll the time. The food I good. The rice is usually good.

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  6. WILLIAM

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Comfortable, very good food, excellent service. Convenient location.

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  7. WilliamS

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ancora never disappoints.. Food is delicious, service is top notch and it is always nice seeing the owner helping his staff.. Food is consistent and they pour a great drink..

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We Always have an excellent time there !! Such a Wonderful place ….. I recommend it 100% for those that have not been there. Our go to restaurant for an all around great experience!!

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  9. DebDempseyScialdo

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent!! Best food and service as always 💗

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  10. Justin

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 23 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was so good and the service was amazing. Would come back again.

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FAQs

Ancora! does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Ancora! also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (315) 724-4815.

Ancora! is rated 4.8 stars by 567 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ancora!

261 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hopper Street
  • Area
    Utica
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking and large public parking lot to the right of the building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mario Pumilio
  • Entertainment
    Live music on select weekends
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (315) 724-4815
  • Catering
    We sell full and half trays. Catering menu available at www.AncoraUtica.com
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room that holds up to 50 people. The room is equipped with a 100 inch projection screen which is great for family videos or powerpoint presentations.
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