Ancora!
Italian Restaurants in Utica, New York
4.6 (395)
| Category | Italian Restaurants Β· Caterer, Fine dining restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant, Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | 261 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501 |
| Area | Utica, New York |
| Phone | (315) 724-4815 |
| Google rating | 4.6 (395) |
Hours
| Thursday | 4:30β8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Friday | 4:30β9:30 PM |
About Ancora!
Featuring Mediterranean-inspired, mouth-watering cuisine, including a signature select tapas menu, Ancora! Italian restaurant will have you begging for more. Shared with friends or cherished alone, Ancora! is the ideal complement to any evening. Onsite and offsite catering are also available. We look forward to having you as our guest and hope you enjoy our Italian and Mediterranean food! Discover the delicious flavors of Ancora! today.
Serving delicious Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, including tapas and crepes, Ancora! is one of the Utica, NY areaβs premier fine-dining establishments.
Ancora! is one of the italian restaurants listed in Utica, New York. The business is registered at 261 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Google also lists it under caterer, fine dining restaurant, mediterranean restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.
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Hours are published for 2 days a week. The most common schedule is 4:30β8:30 PM. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (315) 724-4815. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, ancorautica.com.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 395 reviews, which is a strong result for an italian restaurant in Utica and suggests consistent service.
Utica is in New York, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. US addresses list the street number and name, then the city, state abbreviation and ZIP code, and Utica follows the same pattern; a suite or apartment number such as Ste 200 refers to a unit inside the building. The map link on this page shows the exact spot.
See the other italian restaurants in Utica listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. Details on this page come from public sources and may change; confirm anything important by phone before relying on it. Business owners can claim the listing to keep it up to date.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Dave Horner 4 months ago
We had a family gathering there recently. About 25 people in the back area. The service and the food was fantastic. The servers were fast and always checking in about what we needed. We couldnβt have been happier with our evening. Weβll definitely be having gatherings there again!
Alexander Fletcher 8 months ago
A bit of an underwhelming atmosphere, think Tavern style complete with chalkboards. Food pricing was incredible, very affordable and very tasty. The calamari were incredibly crispy and very tender served with cocktail sauce, was definitely a unique choice. The paella was served, hot, and served concerning really quick, leading me to believe that it was previously frozen. Nonetheless, it tasted delicious and was loaded with sausage, some of the seafoods seemed a little bit fishier than to be expected however, overall it was a good dish. The desserts were the main attraction, all of the crΓͺpes looked fantastic, but the tiramisu was delicious, and perfectly creamy. Our service staff was fantastic. He was very attentive and took great care of us.
Laurissa Solar 9 months ago
This place felt like that warm hug after a very long day. Having worked all day and then driving 4 hours to get to Utica for a small getaway this weekend, my boyfriend and I stopped here for a drink and something to eat. The service was lovely as everyone was incredibly friendly. The food was AMAZING! Calamari was light, mussels were tender, potatoes were indulgent. The cocktails were on point. This place is an absolute gem!
Pietra Baio a year ago
We had the best experience at Ancora before the Sofronio Vasquez concert last Saturday night! Even though the restaurant was packed to the gills, the service was exceptional from the moment we walked in. The owner greeted us with a warm smile and genuine gratitude, and despite how busy it was, there was such a calm, welcoming vibe. We were seated right away at our reserved table and taken care of quickly and thoroughly. Our waitress even asked if we were heading to the Stanley for the show (we were!) and offered to expedite our order to make sure we got there on timeβwhich we did, with no stress at all. And the food?! The lobster ravioli was unreal. I practically licked the plate. Ancora helped make it a truly fantastic night out in Utica. Do yourself a favorβget tickets to a show at the Stanley and book dinner at Ancora beforehand. You wonβt regret it!
Adam Hovak 2 years ago
Great place for a quick bite right in the heart of downtown. Make sure you have reservations for Friday or Saturday because they fill up quick. The atmosphere is great and the staff is friendly. The bar is fully stocked! You canβt go wrong with the appetizers and the filet is always tasty. For reference, a table of 4 takes 60-90 min with dinner and drinks
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ancora! located?
Ancora! is at 261 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501, in Utica, New York. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Ancora!?
Ancora! is listed as an italian restaurant and is also tagged on Google as caterer, fine dining restaurant, mediterranean restaurant.
What are the hours of Ancora!?
Published hours are Thursday: 4:30β8:30 PM; Friday: 4:30β9:30 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
What is the phone number of Ancora!?
You can call Ancora! at (315) 724-4815.
How is Ancora! rated on Google?
Ancora! has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 395 reviews.
Does Ancora! have a website?
Yes, the website of Ancora! is ancorautica.com (linked on this page).
Are there other italian restaurants near Ancora!?
Yes. Utica also has Trattoria Calabria, Portofino Restaurant & Events, Ventura's among others; see the full list of italian restaurants in Utica at the bottom of this page.
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