Ads
Description
Ancora: Peruvian-Japanese Waterfront Dining on False Creek
Ancora Waterfront Dining and Patio opened in 2015 on the False Creek seawall at 1600 Howe Street. It serves Nikkei cuisine, the blend of Peruvian and Japanese cooking, with a focus on sustainable West Coast seafood.
A second location opened in West Vancouver's Ambleside neighbourhood at 1351 Bellevue Avenue. Ancora was named to Canada's 100 Best Restaurants in 2016 and 2017.
About Ancora False Creek
The crudo bar offers ceviches, causas and sushi alongside Peruvian-inspired mains.
The dining room seats 98, with a heated patio and views over False Creek.
The Menu
How It Works
Order from the crudo bar and pair it with a pisco sour.
What to Order
- Ceviche: including tiradito-style tuna.
- Causa: layered potato with seafood.
- Sushi: from the sushi bar.
- Pisco sour: the classic Peruvian cocktail.
Dietary Needs
Peruvian cooking leans on seafood, corn, potatoes and ají chilies. Ceviche is raw fish cured in citrus. Ask about shellfish and gluten (soy sauce in lomo saltado) if you have restrictions.
Atmosphere and Dining Experience
Upscale and romantic, with a waterfront patio.
- Best for: special occasions with a view
- Price: high ($51 and over)
- Format: lunch and dinner, with a cocktail hour
- Good to know: the patio is popular in summer
Location: False Creek (Yaletown), Vancouver
Ancora False Creek is at 2-1600 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, on the seawall. The Ambleside location is at 1351 Bellevue Avenue, West Vancouver.
Hours of Operation
Check current hours before you go.
Reservations
- Reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Price Range
Ancora is higher priced.
Awards and Recognition
- Canada's 100 Best Restaurants: 2016 and 2017
Contact Information
- Address: 2-1600 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2L9
- Phone: 604-681-1164
- Neighbourhood: False Creek (Yaletown), Vancouver
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food does Ancora serve?
Nikkei cuisine, a mix of Peruvian and Japanese cooking.
Where is Ancora?
On the False Creek seawall at 1600 Howe Street, with a second location in Ambleside.
When did Ancora open?
2015.
Does Ancora have a patio?
Yes, a heated waterfront patio.
Add a review