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Ancora!, Utica, NY

Ancora!

4.9
4.9
591 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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

What 591 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Best Overall

  • Upstate New York

    Best Food

  • Upstate New York

    Best Service

  • Upstate New York

    Best Value

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Overall

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Food

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Service

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Mohawk Valley

    Best Value

  • Mohawk Valley

    Good for groups

  • Mohawk Valley

    Hot spot

  • Mohawk Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mohawk Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Mohawk Valley

    Romantic

  • Mohawk Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ancora! offers "excellent food and service" with standout dishes like Chicken Riggies and Paella. Patrons praise its "homey comfortable atmosphere" and attentive staff, including favorites like Greg and Suzanne. Perfect for special occasions or casual dining, this local gem is "highly recommended" for its consistency and value.

591 Reviews
  1. Brenda VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, great food and service. The fishery was outstanding!

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  2. Jennifer

    Tampa5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service & food is always amazing. The perfect spot for parties, or a date nt. The staff and owner always aim to please. Each guest is greater with a smile and their service is never short of amazing. Highly Recommend

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  3. Lisa

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are looking for great food and great staff, this is the place to go! My only disappointment is when i have to leave! This place is a hidden treasure!

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  4. Catherine VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, server was very efficient and always a great time! We will always come back!

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  5. Kim

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding. Gorgonzola potatoes are alway perfection!

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  6. Mark

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We will definitely return.

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  7. Dale

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was outstanding! Service was great! I was disappointed that no one thought to observe that it was Valentine's Day. Brought my wife for a romantic dinner, but I was all on my own. I was up to the task, but a Rose on the table, or a Valentine's Day themed entree or drink would have given Ancora a 5 rating.

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  8. Amanda

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Suzanne was a fabulous server. Food was amazing. Will definitely return

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  9. Richard

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner from beginning to end. Started with the fried calamari and greens. Both were excellent, calamari was crispy but tender and the greens were very flavorful. Portions were perfect. The chicken francaise medallions were nice and thin and very tender and oh a great lemon/butter sauce. Chose the Parmesan Risotto in place of the capellini which was a great choice because the risotto was delectable. Also came with sautéed spinach which complemented all to perfection. We also split an order of chicken riggies which are one of the best riggies around. Our friends had the Salmon fishy and the Seabass which they both were extremely happy with. We ended with bananas foster which I would get again and our friends had crème brûlée which they said was delish. Looked it too!! Ancora will not disappoint! All of the tapas and apps are amazing. It’s had deciding which ones to order. We just said we will return again soon to get the others. Thanks to all at Ancora who made this a great night out. Oh, forgot……..the wine was flowing as soon as we got there and it was good pour. The bartender was great and knowledgeable about the food as well. If you have never been, you have to go here. You will be thrilled that you did! Enjoy

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  10. Olivia

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top notch food, service and staff. Always have the best dinners at Ancora. A must if you are in Utica.

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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 4.9 stars by 591 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Ancora!

261 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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
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